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Watch: Official steps in to protect Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba during Texans sideline scuffle
That collision nearly turned ugly. Smith-Njigba gave Stingley a shove from behind after the play, and within seconds several Texans -- including linebacker Christian Harris -- swarmed, pushing the third-year receiver into the bench area. For a moment, it looked like the sideline might erupt. Enter Jones.
Former Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is on pace to break the NFL single-season receiving yards record held by Calvin Johnson.
Smith-Njigba helped lead the Seattle Seahawks to a victory over the Houston Texans on Monday, but it was his touchdown celebration that turned heads. He jumped up and threw down a dunk on the goalpost, which drew a flag from the official.
Former NFL defensive back and current official Nathan Jones stood in front of Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba on the Texans’ sideline to prevent any fireworks during a potentially combustible situation during Seattle’s 27-19 home win over the Texas on “Monday Night Football.”
Former Dallas Cowboys standout Nate Jones went viral during Monday Night Football after getting into the middle of a scuffle... as an NFL referee.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba dunked on the referee while celebrating his touchdown on 'Monday Night Football', earning himself a flag.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold lofts a perfect pass to wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba for an 18-yard gain on fourth down.