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@BAL: #23 vs opposing LB - 20.59 FPA
Bye Week6Rank227% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsTotAstSckTFLSck YdsIntFrc FumFum RecInt TDFumTDBlk TDSafBlkPDefInt YdsFum YdsPts
1SF
Loss, 7-30
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2CLE
Win, 26-22
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3@LV
Win, 23-18
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4@HOU
Loss, 6-30
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5BAL
Win, 17-10
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6Bye  ----------------0.00
7@LA
Win, 24-17
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8JAX
Loss, 10-20
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9TEN
Win, 20-16
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10GB
Win, 23-19
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11@CLE
Loss, 10-13
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12@CIN
Win, 16-10
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13ARI
Loss, 10-24
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14NE
Loss, 18-21
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15@IND
Loss, 13-30
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16CIN
Win, 34-11
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17@SEA
Win, 30-23
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18@BAL
Win, 17-10
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2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1SF,
L 7-30
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2CLE,
W 26-22
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3@LV,
W 23-18
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4@HOU,
L 6-30
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5BAL,
W 17-10
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6Bye-----0.00
7@LA,
W 24-17
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8JAX,
L 10-20
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9TEN,
W 20-16
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10GB,
W 23-19
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11@CLE,
L 10-13
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12@CIN,
W 16-10
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13ARI,
L 10-24
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14NE,
L 18-21
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15@IND,
L 13-30
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16CIN,
W 34-11
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17@SEA,
W 30-23
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18@BAL,
W 17-10
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News

  • Joins Pittsburgh's practice squad

    The Steelers signed Smith to their practice squad Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: An agreement between Pittsburgh and Smith was reported to be in the works Tuesday, and it's now become clear that it's a practice-squad deal. While Smith has played in just one game this season (in Week 9 with the Raiders), he has ample NFL experience, participating in 88 regular-season contests -- including 69 as a starter -- over seven campaigns and making one Pro Bowl appearance. Pittsburgh has already ruled out starting linebacker Elandon Roberts for Sunday's contest against Seattle, so…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading to Pittsburgh

    Smith and the Steelers agreed on a contract Tuesday, Doug Hendrickson of Wasserman reports.

    Analysis: Smith will join the Steelers ahead of the Week 17 matchup with the Seahawks, providing the team with additional depth at linebacker. The 28-year-old has appeared in one game with the Raiders this season, recording two tackles in that contest.

    Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 7:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with Las Vegas

    The Raiders signed Smith off the Saints' practice squad Thursday, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old was the 34th overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft and has started 69 of the 87 career games he's played in across six seasons with the Cowboys, Giants and Packers. Three Raiders linebackers -- Divine Deablo (ankle), Luke Masterson (concussion) and Robert Spillane (hand) -- didn't practice Wednesday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 2 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Kicked to curb

    Smith was released by the Saints on Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: In a very surprising move, Smith has been released after signing with New Orleans on Aug. 10. The veteran linebacker has had stints with Dallas, Green Bay and New York since being picked in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He's appeared in 87 games throughout his eight-year NFL career and was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018. Smith will look for a new home ahead of the coming season.

    Published: Tue, Aug 29 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • May have secured roster spot

    Smith is trending toward making New Orleans' final 53-man roster following Sunday's 17-13 preseason loss to the Texans, according to Luke Johnson of NOLA.com.

    Analysis: Smith tied with rookie linebacker Nephi Sewell for a team-high five tackles Sunday, including a team-high two tackles for loss. The veteran has spent time practicing at all three off-ball linebacker spots since signing with the Saints on Aug. 10, per Johnson, potentially making a valuable backup option behind starters Demario Davis and Pete Werner. Smith's versatility and ability as a playmaker against the run could make him an intriguing fit in New Orleans' linebacker corps this coming season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 28 at 7:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds new home

    Smith signed with the Saints on Thursday, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports.

    Analysis: Smith had a solid showing with the Giants last season, appearing in 13 games and making 88 tackles (44 solo). However, he remained a free agent as teams began training camp. After a workout with New Orleans on Thursday, the 28-year-old inked a deal with the team. He'll now work to get acclimated with his new squad and earn a role in the Saints' linebacker corps.

    Published: Thu, Aug 10 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works up to prominent role

    Smith played in 13 games this season, racking up 88 tackles (46 solo), one sack and a recovered fumble.

    Analysis: After splitting time between three clubs last year and logging just 38 tackles across 10 games, Smith began the 2022 campaign without a team. He eventually joined New York's practice squad before getting a deal to join the active roster, and he played in each of the Giants' contests from Week 4 to Week 17 before resting for the regular-season finale. The veteran linebacker picked up the pace as the campaign moved on, notching at least nine tackles in five of his final six appearances. Smith…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading tackler Week 17

    Smith tallied nine tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 38-10 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Smith continued his prolific run of tackling while finishing with a team high in tackles against Indianapolis. The sixth-year linebacker has now recorded 52 tackles over the last six games, logging at least nine tackles all but once during this span. Smith ranks second on the Giants in tackles (88) even though he's only been on the team's active roster since early October, and he should to play a prominent role Week 18 against Philadelphia.

    Published: Tue, Jan 3 at 7:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties season-high tackle total

    Smith tallied 10 tackles (three solo), including one sack, in Saturday's loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Smith's first sack of the season came at a critical time, as he brought down Kirk Cousins with less than six minutes remaining in the fourth quarter on a drive that ultimately ended in a Minnesota punt. In addition, Smith's 10 tackles tied a season-high mark and gave him 28 tackles over the past three weeks.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 6:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts nine stops in big win

    Smith recorded nine tackles (four solo) Sunday in a Week 15 20-12 win over Washington.

    Analysis: Smith finished second on New York in stops behind Kayvon Thibodeaux (elbow) in the huge divisional victory. The performance was Smith's second straight with exactly nine tackles, and he's recorded 33 total stops over his past four games, giving him a steady floor in IDP leagues.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps racking up tackles

    Smith had nine tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 48-22 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Smith has turned into an integral piece on defense for Big Blue, totaling at least five tackles in each of the past six games. He's locked into a starting linebacker role as New York prepares for its biggest game of the season in Week 15 against a Commanders team that sports an identical 7-5-1 record.

    Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 10 tackles

    Smith logged 10 tackles (seven solo) during the Giants' 28-20 loss to Dallas on Thursday.

    Analysis: Smith spent the first five years of his career with the Cowboys and posted a season-high 10 tackles during Thursday's loss. The 27-year-old has been productive since joining the Giants' active roster, tallying 46 tackles (25 solo) and a fumble recovery over eight games.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up first sack

    Smith notched seven tackles (five solo) and one sack during Sunday's 29-3 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith has now handled roughly 70 percent of defensive snaps in back-to-back games with the Giants. The former Cowboys star is scheduled for free agency this offseason, so he will have every incentive to keep up his momentum during Week 18's regular-season finale against Washington.

    Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to active roster

    Smith was signed to the Giants' active roster Monday.

    Analysis: Smith was elevated from the practice squad for Week 15 and played 17 defensive snaps and recorded four tackles. After his solid performance, the Giants elected to sign the linebacker to the 53-man roster before he reverted back to the practice squad. Smith will likely continue to operate in a reserve role for a defense that is decimated by injuries and COVID protocols.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to join New York

    Smith was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith joined the Giants' practice squad earlier this week and will immediately move up to the active roster ahead of a matchup against his former team. The sixth-year linebacker is expected to provide depth at linebacker for a Giants roster that is missing multiple players to COVID-19.

    Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with practice squad

    Smith signed with the Giants' practice squad Friday, Michael Elson of the Giants' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith started the season with the Cowboys, who cut him Oct. 5, which led to a month-long stint with the Packers before he was released Nov. 7. In a total of six games in 2021 -- four with the Cowboys and two with the Packers -- Smith has 19 tackles (14 solo). Smith will now try to earn his way to the Giants' active roster.

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participates in tryout Wednesday

    Smith had a tryout with the Titans on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Smith was let go by Green Bay in early November, but he received a look from the Titans just over a month later. He appeared in six games with the Cowboys and Packers earlier in the year and totaled 19 tackles (14 solo).

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Green Bay

    Smith was released by the Packers on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: After being released by the Cowboys, Smith signed a one-year deal with the Packers on Oct. 7. He played just 24 defensive snaps across two games before being a healthy inactive for Green Bay's Week 8 win over the Cardinals. The Packers also added Whitney Mercilus, who has played 57 defensive snaps over his first two games with his new club, so Smith found himself as the odd man out once again. The talented linebacker will be in search of a new opportunity during the 2021 campaign.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy scratch Thursday

    Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Smith signed with the Packers in early October after being cut by the Cowboys, and he's already a healthy scratch for his new team. He played only 24 defensive snaps in the past two games and isn't suiting up Thursday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Sunday

    Smith is unlikely to play in Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Smith signed a one-year deal with Green Bay on Thursday, but coach Matt LaFleur acknowledged that the linebacker will need some time to get up to speed with the team's system. Once the 26-year-old makes his Packers debut, he should start and play a prominent role.

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs on with Green Bay

    Smith agreed to terms Thursday with the Packers on a one-year deal, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Shortly after Smith was cut loose by the Cowboys on Tuesday, the linebacker-needy Packers emerged as one of the top suitors for his services. Though he spent most of Wednesday weighing offers from various clubs, Smith ultimately committed to Green Bay, as expected. After falling behind Micah Parsons, Leighton Vander Esch and Keanu Neal in the pecking order in Dallas, Smith should have a clearer path to recapturing a starting role with the Packers. While working as a full-time starter for Dallas…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 6:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hasn't signed yet

    Updating a previous report, Smith is still weighing his options for his next landing spot after being cut by Dallas on Tuesday, but the Packers remain the favorite to sign the linebacker, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported earlier Wednesday that the Packers were finalizing details on a contract with Smith, but other teams still are in the mix to land the sixth-year pro. Smith has three seasons with at least 100 tackles under his belt and has averaged 7.6 tackles per game for his career, so he'll likely be a boon to the middle of whichever defense he joins.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading to Green Bay

    Smith plans to sign with the Packers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith's standing with the Cowboys was in peril from the time the team selected Micah Parsons in the first round of the draft back in the spring. In Weeks 2 and 3, Smith received a fair amount of work because Parsons was tasked with helping out a banged-up group of edge rushers, producing 13 tackles in those two games. But the writing always was on the wall for him to lose favor in Dallas, and the Cowboys finally cut him loose Tuesday. It didn't take long for Smith to find a new home, and he'll…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Parts ways with Cowboys

    Smith was cut by the Cowboys on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 2016 second-round pick played only 27 defensive snaps during Sunday's win over the Panthers and has now been let go by the Cowboys. He recorded 154 tackles (89 solo), 1.5 sacks and one interception in 16 games last season, but he struggled to find a role under new defensive coordinator Dan Quinn this year. Smith inked a five-year, $64 million extension in 2019 but didn't come close to playing out the deal in Dallas.

    Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stacks up nine stops

    Smith recorded nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 20-17 overtime win against the Chargers.

    Analysis: After logging 25 percent of the snaps and four tackles in Week 1, the tables flipped in Week 2 when Micah Parsons was moved to defensive end following DeMarcus Lawrence's foot injury. Smith handled 75 percent of the snaps against the Chargers and was back to his usual self. It may be difficult to keep guessing on his usage, but he's worth holding onto for IDP purposes, as he posted 296 tackles between the 2019 and 2020 seasons.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 9:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Losing grip on starting role

    Smith may not be in line for a starting role at linebacker this season, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Whether a defensive player starts or not doesn't always matter a great deal in the modern era as teams shift frequently between packages, but based on usage in training camp and the preseason, Smith appears to be fourth on the overall linebacker depth chart for the Cowboys behind Leighton Vander Esch, first-round pick Micah Parsons and free-agent signing Keanu Neal. The latter seems locked into a role on passing downs and Parsons' impressive play in camp has had him on the field in all…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 7:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seeing first-team reps

    Smith (wrist) took a majority of the first-team reps at linebacker during OTAs, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Although it's a good sign that Smith was back with his teammates, Machota points out that fans shouldn't read to much into him receiving the first-team reps, as the coaching staff has kept veterans and rookies together for much of the offseason work. Smith underwent wrist surgery this offseason, coupled with the team drafting Micah Parsons in the first round of the 2021 Draft, signs that point to a decreased role for Smith heading into 2021 and potentially beyond. The Notre Dame product racked…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 8 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for wrist surgery

    Smith will undergo surgery on his left wrist, Todd Archer of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The linebacker showed up on the injury report Week 16 with a wrist issue and was able to play through it, but it will apparently require addressing in the offseason. He should be fully recovered in time for OTAs, however. While Smith racked up a career-high 154 tackles over 16 games in 2020 to lead the Cowboys, adding five passes defended, two fumble recoveries, 1.5 sacks and an INT, he was frequently out of position and made too many of those tackles downfield rather than near the line of…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Double-digit tackles again

    Smith recorded 11 tackles (six solo) and added a QB hit and a fumble recovery in Sunday's win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: The linebacker has produced double-digit tackles in four straight games and nine of 15 this season, powering Smith to a new career high with 144 tackles. He figures to be in the thick of the action again in Week 17 against the Giants.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stacks up 10 stops

    Smith posted 10 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 41-33 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Smith recorded double-digit tackles for the eighth time in 14 games, and he has now recorded 133 tackles (second in the league). The Notre Dame standout is on track to surpass last year's career high of 142 tackles at some point over the final two games.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big numbers again Sunday

    Smith recorded a team-high 11 tackles (eight solo) with one pass defended and one fumble recovery in Sunday's win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Cincy fumbled the ball on each of its first three possessions, with Smith jumping on one to set up an Amari Cooper touchdown in the second quarter. The linebacker has picked up double-digit tackles in two straight games and seven of 13 this season, and he needs just 20 more in the Cowboys' final three contests to set a new career high.

    Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading tackler in loss

    Smith recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) in Tuesday's loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: As expected, Baltimore attacked a weak Dallas run defense all night and racked up a massive 294 rushing yards, creating IDP value for Smith even if his efforts didn't do much to influence the final outcome. The linebacker could be busy again in Week 14's clash with a Bengals team hoping to get Joe Mixon (foot) back in the lineup.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs first INT of season

    Smith recorded five tackles (one solo) and an interception in Thursday's loss to Washington.

    Analysis: While he set a new season low in tackles -- and registered his fourth straight game in single digits -- Smith salvaged his IDP value on the afternoon with his first pick of the year. He nearly returned it for a touchdown but got tackled short of the goal line after being caught from behind by Terry McLaurin. Smith has already topped 100 tackles for the third straight campaign, and he could be busy in Week 13's road tilt against a Ravens offense that typically features a ground-heavy game plan.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 7:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up double-digit tackles again

    Smith piled up 12 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's loss to Washington.

    Analysis: While the linebacker has drawn flak in recent weeks for an apparent lack of hustle on some big plays by the opposition, there's been no doubting his IDP value. Smith has recorded double-digit tackles in three straight games and five of seven overall this season, and even the return of Leighton Vander Esch to full duty this week didn't cut into Smith's production. With the Cowboys down multiple starters along the offensive line and potentially forced to use third-string quarterback Ben DiNucci…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 10 tackles

    Smith had 10 tackles (seven solo) during Monday's 38-10 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Dallas had little going for it during Monday's drubbing, though Smith reached double-digit tackles for the fourth time this season. The 25-year-old has been a valuable and consistent IDP piece this season with 63 tackles and a half-sack through six games, while never totaling fewer than seven tackles in a single contest.

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up big numbers in win

    Smith recorded a team-high 14 tackles (seven solo) and half a sack in Sunday's win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The linebacker piled up 3.5 tackles for loss in total, with two QB hits. Smith has recorded double-digit tackles three times already this season, and his 53 through five games has him on pace to shatter the career-high 142 he piled up in 2019.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Team-high 13 tackles Sunday

    Smith recorded a team-high 13 tackles (eight solo) and a pass defended in Sunday's comeback win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: The Dallas offense lost three fumbles in the first quarter, which kept Smith and the defense on the field and very busy. The linebacker has 23 tackles through two games, and with Leighton Vander Esch (collarbone) sidelined, Smith should continue to post elite IDP numbers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy in Week 1 loss

    Smith tied for the team lead with 11 tackles (five solo) and added a pass defended in Sunday's loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Leighton Vander Esch left the game in the first half with a broken collarbone, leaving Smith to handle the Cowboys' key linebacking duties mainly by himself. The timeline for Vander Esch's recovery isn't yet clear, but the team's lack of depth behind the duo should ensure Smith's IDP value remains sky high while LVE is sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving to weakside LB

    Smith will switch places with Leighton Vander Esch (neck) in new defensive coordinator Mike Nolan's system and line up on the weak side, David Helman of DallasCowboys.com reports.

    Analysis: This isn't necessarily a negative for Smith's IDP value. Regardless of their exact positioning, both Smith and Vander Esch figure to be on the field every play and see around 1,000 snaps if they stay healthy, so reaching triple-digit tackles again shouldn't be an issue. While he did rack up a career-high 142 tackles last season handling duties in the middle, moving to WILL could free up Smith for more blitzing assignments, something he excels at -- the 25-year-old has collected 6.5 sacks over…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 7 at 7:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Concludes monster campaign

    Smith wrapped up 2019 with a team-high 142 tackles (83 solo) including 2.5 sacks, while adding his first career interception on nine passes defended, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.

    Analysis: Given the career-threatening nerve damage to his knee he suffered in college and the fact that he sat out an entire year rehabbing the injury after being drafted in 2016, it's somewhat remarkable that Smith has played in 48 straight games over the last three seasons, much less emerged as one of fantasy football's best IDP assets. The 24-year-old tied for sixth in the NFL in total tackles and he even showed improvement in pass coverage, allowing an 84.3 QB rating on 51 passes tossed his way in…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight stops in losing effort

    Smith made eight tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 17-9 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Smith bounced back from a five-tackle, 47-snap effort in Week 15. He played all 72 defensive snaps in this one. The Notre Dame product sits at 133 tackles on the year.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs five tackles in win

    Smith posted five tackles (four solo) in Sunday's win over the Rams.

    Analysis: It was Smith's lowest tackle output over the last nine games, a span in which he had not failed to rack up at least seven. Likely partly to blame was a season-low 47 snaps played. The 24-year-old will look to rebound Week 16 at Philadelphia.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big effort in loss

    Smith recorded eight tackles (six solo), three defended passes and one fumble recovery in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith notched production both as a pass defender and run stopper, recording the second most tackles among Dallas' defense along with a season-high mark for defended passes. He played 100 percent of snaps on defense for a sixth consecutive game. The fourth-year pro has a matchup against the Rams on deck Week 15.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge tackling day

    Smith recorded 14 tackles (six solo) during Thursday's 26-15 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Smith saw increased run-stuffing duties with Leighton Vander Esch (neck) inactive again, and he managed to lead the Cowboys in stops for a fifth straight week while setting a new season-high tackle mark. Since Dallas returned from bye to face the Giants in Week 9, Smith is averaging a remarkable 11 tackles per contest. He'll look to keep that momentum up against the Bears in Week 14.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Team-high eight stops Sunday

    Smith recorded a team-high eight tackles and a pass defended in Sunday's loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: On a wet and rainy day at Foxboro, neither offense had much success, leading to fewer tackling opportunities for Smith and his lowest total since Week 7. Especially if Leighton Vander Esch (neck) remains sidelined, Smith -- who has 98 tackles in 11 games this season -- could easily bounce back to double digits in a Thanksgiving Day clash with the Bills' run-heavy attack.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Cowboys in tackles again

    Smith recorded a team-high nine tackles, including one for a loss, in Sunday's win over the Lions.

    Analysis: It's actually Smith's lowest tackle total in three games, as the 24-year-old linebacker has been on a tear lately. He's already up to 90 tackles on the year with 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles, putting him on pace for a career-best campaign.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps producing in Sunday's loss

    Smith recorded 13 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: He tied Leighton Vander Esch for the team lead, and Smith set a new season high for tackles for the second straight game. The fourth-year LB is on pace for a career-high 144 stops, and he's added 2.5 sacks through nine games for good measure.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season high in tackles Monday

    Smith recorded 12 tackles (four solo) and half a sack in Monday's win over the Giants.

    Analysis: With Leighton Vander Esch (neck) out of action, Smith saw even more run-stuffing duties than usual and set a new season high for tackles, tying Sean Lee for the team lead while helping to hold Saquon Barkley to 28 rushing yards. If Vander Esch remains sidelined in Week 10, Smith could be line for another big IDP performance against Dalvin Cook and the Vikings.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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