The Seattle Seahawks have announced that rookie wide receiver, Dyami Smith-Njigba, will undergo surgery to repair a wrist injury. The injury occurred during the team’s first preseason game against the Denver Broncos.
The injury is expected to keep Smith-Njigba out for the remainder of the season. This is a major blow to the Seahawks’ offense, as Smith-Njigba was expected to be a major contributor this year. He had already made an impression on the team during training camp, showing off his speed and athleticism.
Smith-Njigba was selected in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Seahawks. He was seen as a potential steal for the team, as he had been projected to go much higher in the draft. He was expected to be a key part of the Seahawks’ offense this season, as he had the potential to be a deep threat and a reliable target for quarterback Russell Wilson.
The Seahawks have not yet announced who will replace Smith-Njigba in the lineup. However, they are likely to look to veteran wide receivers such as Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf to step up in his absence.
This is a difficult situation for Smith-Njigba, who had been looking forward to making an impact in his rookie season. He will now have to focus on recovering from his injury and getting back to full strength.
The Seahawks will certainly miss Smith-Njigba’s presence on the field this season. However, they will hope that he can make a full recovery and return to form for the 2022 season.
