- Brandon Smith
- #89
- Team NYJ
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Inks deal with Jets
Smith signed a reserve/future contract with the Jets on Monday.
Analysis: Smith spent the majority of his season with the Jets' practice squad after failing to make the team's 53-man roster in August. The Iowa product was elevated to the active roster for the Jets' Week 15 win over the Jaguars, though he played no snaps. Expect Smith to have the opportunity to compete for a depth spot in the Jets' wide-receiver corps this offseason.
Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Smith reverted to the Jets' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Smith was elevated to the active roster for the first time this season in Sunday's 32-25 win over the Jaguars, failing to record any stats while playing one snap on offense. The wide receiver will look to join the active roster again in Week 16 against the Rams.
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives Week 15 elevation
The Jets elevated Smith from their practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus Jacksonville, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith has been with New York's practice squad throughout the campaign, and Sunday will mark his first elevation. If he plays Sunday, the 26-year-old wideout will be making his NFL debut. Smith's elevation comes after fellow receiver Irvin Charles (knee) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.
Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 10:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Jets
Smith signed with the Jets' practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: Smith's impressive preseason performance was enough to earn a spot on the Jets' practice squad, as he caught all five of his targets for a team-leading 120 yards. Although he has yet to appear in an NFL regular-season game since entering the league in 2021, he could be elevated to the Jets' active roster if injuries riddle the team's wide receiver room at any point this season.
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't get roster spot
The Jets waived Smith on Tuesday, Ethan Greenberg of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Smith spent time in the Dallas and Arizona organizations prior to being signed by the Jets in early August, though he's yet to get into an NFL regular-season game. The receiver out of Iowa enjoyed a strong preseason for New York, catching all five of his targets for a team-leading 120 yards. That could help him land a spot on New York's practice squad if he clears waivers.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Two long catches in preseason win
Smith caught both of his targets for 70 yards in Saturday's 20-17 preseason win over the Commanders.
Analysis: Smith showed good chemistry with recent UFL MVP Adrian Martinez in the fourth quarter, as the pair connected for gains of 37 and 33 yards on deep balls. Neither the 25-year-old wide receiver nor the 24-year-old quarterback are likely to land a roster spot with the Jets, but both are realistic practice squad candidates and improved their chances of making it with Saturday's strong performances. Smith should continue to see run with the depth pieces on offense throughout the preseason, with his…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 11 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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Brought in by Jets
Smith was signed by the Jets on Friday.
Analysis: Smith was most recently waived by Arizona ahead of the 2023 season and has yet to appear in his first NFL game. The 6-foot-2 wide receiver will have a tough journey to getting a spot on the 53-man roster, but he could ultimately end up on the organization's practice squad.
Published: Fri, Aug 2 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Signs with Cowboys' practice squad
Smith has signed with Dallas' practice squad, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Smith was competing for a role as a depth receiver with the Cowboys during training camp, but he ultimately failed to make enough of an impression. However, he will now be able to continue practicing with the team while he awaits an opportunity to get called up to the 53-man roster.
Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 6:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Cowboys
The Cowboys waived Smith on Tuesday, Rob Phillips of the Cowboys' official site reports.
Analysis: Smith underwent ankle surgery in January but was back in action for training camp and racked up six receptions for 118 yards and a touchdown over three preseason games. However, he was unable to secure a spot on the 53-man roster.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 3:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in practice
Smith participated in Dallas' practice sessions Thursday, The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Smith underwent ankle surgery in January, but he appears to be healthy once again during training camp. The second-year wideout signed a reserve/future deal with Dallas shortly after spending the entirety of the 2021 season on the team's practice squad.
Published: Thu, Jul 28 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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