- Ihmir Smith-Marsette
- #87
- Team NYG
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Signed to Giants' practice squad
Smith-Marsette sign with the Giants' practice squad Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette appeared in 15 regular-season games for the Giants in 2024 but didn't survive Tuesday's roster cuts. The 2021 fifth-rounder will stay in New York as a member of the Giants' practice squad, and his special-teams experience should offer him the opportunity to be elevated to the active roster.
Published: Wed, Aug 27 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut by New York
Smith-Marsette was released by the Giants on Tuesday, Dan Salomone of the team's official website reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette re-signed with the Giants in March after spending the 2024 campaign with the team, serving as the team's primary return man. The wide receiver recorded two catches for seven yards, a six-yard run, three punt returns for 30 yards and 46 yards on two kickoff returns over two preseason games in 2025. Considering his ability as a special-teams asset, Smith-Marsette will likely find another suitor in the near future.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to Big Blue
The Giants re-signed Smith-Marsette on Wednesday.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette served as the Giants primary return man in 2024, accumulating 381 kick-return yards -- including an 100-yard touchdown in Week 17 -- and 228 punt-return yards across 15 appearances. Now that he's officially returning to New York, the Iowa product is expected to serve as the team's return specialist in 2025 while also competing for a depth role at wide receiver throughout the summer.
Published: Wed, Mar 12 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Thrives as NY's top returner
Smith-Marsette didn't record any targets or touches on offense in 2024, but he logged 381 yards and one touchdown on 11 kick returns along with 228 yards on 29 punt returns.
Analysis: The highlight of Smith-Marsette's season was a 100-yard kick return for a touchdown in Week 17 against Indianapolis. That was his second career TD as a returner -- the first came on a punt return for the Panthers in 2023. On offense, Smith-Marsette logged only six offensive snaps, and his path forward on an NFL roster may be tied to his skill set on special teams. He'll be an unrestricted free agent upon the start of the new league year.
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear of concussion protocol
Coach Brian Daboll said Monday that Smith-Marsette checked out okay after he was evaluated for a concussion during Sunday's loss to the Commanders, Patricia Traina of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette suffered a blow to the head during Sunday's contest, but it looks like he came away without any serious injury. He figures to resume his regular role as a return man in Week 10 at Carolina.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Evaluated for potential concussion
Smith-Marsette is questionable to return and is being evaluated for a potential concussion, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette returned one kick for 21 yards and two punts for 12 yards before exiting the game. He will need to clear concussion protocol in order to return.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to rock
Smith-Marsette (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders, Patricia Traina of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette upgraded from a DNP on Wednesday to consecutive limited sessions to end the Giants' week of practice, and Friday's injury report suggests that he's past his ankle issue in time for Week 9. Now that Smith-Marsette is back at full health, he's expected to serve as the Giants' top kick and punt returner.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgrades to limited Thursday
Smith-Marsette (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday's injury report, Matt Citak of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette opened the week as a DNP on Wednesday due to an ankle injury he may have picked up during the Giants' Week 8 loss to the Steelers. He'll have one more chance Friday to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's NFC East showdown against the Commanders. Smith-Marsette has served as the Giants' primary return man on special teams, and if he cannot play Sunday, Darius Slayton and Eric Gray could handle those duties as Tyrone Tracy continues…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses Wednesday's practice
Smith-Marsette (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette played 10 special-teams snaps and returned three kicks for 100 yards in Monday night's loss to the Steelers, but it appears he sustained an ankle injury in the process. The first-year Giant could be in jeopardy of missing Week 9's matchup against the Commanders if he's unable to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Past foot issue
Smith-Marsette (foot) was not listed on the Giants' injury report Wednesday.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette left the Giants' Week 6 loss to the Bengals after sustaining a foot injury, but Wednesday's injury report suggests he's already moved past the issue. Expect the first-year Giant to assume the team's top punt and kick return duties ahead of Week 7's matchup against the Eagles.
Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Smith-Marsette (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The returner fielded two punts and gained one yard before exiting. Smith-Marsette is deep on New York's wide receiver depth chart and has yet to record a catch this season. Darius Slayton and Tyrone Tracy are the next men up on punt and kick return duties, respectively.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Big Blue
The Giants signed Smith-Marsette on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette fell short of making Carolina's initial 53-man roster in late August, but now he's found a spot on the Giants' active roster. The 25-year-old wideout is expected to assume New York's kick- and punt-return duties with Gunner Olszewski (groin) likely missing a couple months.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Out in Carolina
The Panthers waived Smith-Marsette (ankle) on Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Iowa product sustained an ankle injury during Carolina's preseason finale, but it appears he's past the issue, as the Panthers waived him without an injury designation Wednesday. Smith-Marsette was thought to be one of the Panthers' top kick and punt returners before getting cut. As he heads into his fourth season, he could very well end up on another team's practice squad or active roster.
Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Has ankle injury
Smith-Marsette is questionable to return to Saturday's preseason game against the Bills due to an ankle injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver was examined for a possible lower right leg injury after landing awkwardly following a catch, per David Newton of ESPN.com. Smith-Marsette returned a punt for 21 yards and a kickoff for 46 yards before exiting. The 24-year-old is projected to be Carolina's punt returner in 2024.
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Might have leg injury
Smith-Marsette was being examined by trainers for a possible lower right leg injury during Carolina's preseason game against Buffalo on Saturday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The wide receiver/punt returner landed awkwardly after a catch, per Newton. Smith-Marsette recorded 322 punt return yards and a touchdown for the Panthers in 2023.
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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Back with Carolina
The Panthers re-signed Smith-Marsette to a one-year contract Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette wasn't tendered by the Panthers as a restricted free agent last week, but he's coming back to the team at a lower salary than the low tender. Across 17 games last season, Smith-Marsette recorded eight catches for 51 scoreless yards and returned an NFL-high 37 punts for 322 yards and one touchdown.
Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't be tendered
The Panthers chose to not tender Smith-Marsette on Friday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette could be on the move this offseason after the Panthers decided not to tender him Friday. The 24-year-old wideout primarily served as the Panthers' top punt returner last season, recording 322 return yards (including a 79-yard touchdown). Despite Carolina not tendering the restricted free agent, the team would like to re-sign Smith-Marsette this offseason, according to Person.
Published: Fri, Mar 8 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Flashes to finish season
Smith-Marsette finished the regular season with eight catches on 10 targets for 51 yards and eight rushes for 74 yards and a touchdown in 17 games. He also returned 37 punts for 322 yards and another score.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette handled punt-return duties throughout the season and saw his offensive role expand after Laviska Shenault (ankle) was injured in November. Although he produced some good moments on gadget plays, it remains to be seen whether Carolina's new front office will look to retain Smith-Marsette as a restricted free agent this offseason.
Published: Fri, Jan 12 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Thursday
Smith-Marsette (illness) was a full practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: An illness kept Smith-Marsette off the practice field Wednesday, but the ailment didn't affect his on-field work whatsoever one day later. He's received at least one touch in four straight games, a stretch in which he's compiled six catches (on seven targets) for 31 yards and eight carries for 74 yards and one touchdown.
Published: Thu, Jan 4 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined by illness Wednesday
Smith-Marsette (illness) didn't practice Wednesday, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Both Smith-Marsette and running back Miles Sanders were sidelined Wednesday due to illnesses, so a bug could be making its way around the Carolina locker room. Smith-Marsette has taken on a larger role in recent weeks with Jonathan Mingo (foot) on injured reserve, averaging 31.7 scrimmage yards in the last three games. The third-year wideout from Iowa will try to close out his season on a high note Sunday against the Buccaneers, but he'll first have to recover from his illness.
Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Garners four touches
Smith-Marsette caught all three of his targets for 12 yards and rushed once for zero yards in Sunday's 26-0 loss to the Jaguars.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette's reception tally marked a season high, yet unlike the past couple weeks, he failed to contribute any pop from his gadget role. Nonetheless, given his increased involvement over the last handful of games, Smith-Marsette could be utilized similarly in Sunday's season finale versus the Buccaneers.
Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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Hits paydirt against Packers
Smith-Marsette caught his lone target for 18 yards and rushed twice for 33 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette found the end zone for the first time this season, scoring on a 20-yard run in the second quarter. For the second straight week, the 24-year-old wideout did most of his damage on the ground. Despite his versatile skill set, Smith-Marsette's fantasy value is limited in the Carolina's struggling offense. The veteran will look to continue his increased involvement heading into a matchup with Jaguars in Week 17.
Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Extra involvement Sunday
Smith-Marsette caught both of his targets for one yard and rushed four times for 31 yards in Sunday's 9-7 win over the Falcons. He also muffed a punt but recovered it himself.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was used more as a gadget player Sunday, helping a poor Panthers offense move the ball through his involvement as a runner. As a result, his value should receive a slight uptick ahead of Week 16's game versus the Packers.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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Logs season-high 12 snaps
Smith-Marsette played 12 of the Panthers' 72 snaps on offense and went without a target in Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Since being acquired from the Chiefs shortly before Week 1, Smith-Marsette has suited up in all 12 of the Panthers' games while serving as the team's top punt returner. Though most of the value he provides to Carolina comes through his contributions on special teams, Smith-Marsette has started to see a slight uptick in playing time on offense at receiver while the Panthers have made Terrace Marshall a healthy inactive the past three weeks. The 12 snaps Smith-Marsette picked up Sunday…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Gets dealt
Smith-Marsette was traded to the Panthers from the Chiefs on Tuesday, Dov Kleiman of BroBible.com reports.
Analysis: The teams will swap conditional seventh-round picks in the deal, while Smith-Marsette should provide some improved depth at receiver for Carolina. The Iowa product has appeared in 16 games over the last three NFL seasons, making six catches for 131 yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Tue, Aug 29 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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Sticks with Chiefs
Kansas City signed Smith-Marsette to a reserve/future contract Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette suited up for two regular-season games with the Chiefs this season in addition to spending time on the team's practice squad. He wasn't targeted in those contests, playing just 12 offensive snaps and one snap on special teams. The 2021 fifth-round pick will get a chance to continue his development this offseason.
Published: Thu, Feb 16 at 6:54am by Rotowire.com
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Moves back to practice squad
Smith-Marsette reverted to Kansas City's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was elevated ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game, marking his third promotion since joining Kansas City's practice squad Oct. 21. However, unlike his previous two appearances, the 6-foot-1 wideout was ruled inactive pregame along with active-roster pass catcher Justin Watson (illness). Regular wideouts JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee), Kadarius Toney (ankle) and Mecole Hardman (pelvis) all exited at different points during this win versus Cincinnati. Therefore, if Smith-Marsette is…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 30 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Up on roster again
Smith-Marsette was elevated to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette will make his third appearance on the Chiefs' active roster, but he's yet to garner a target across 12 offensive snaps. Expect a similar course of action with Mecole Hardman (pelvis) trending toward playing Sunday.
Published: Sat, Jan 28 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Smith-Marsette reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was elevated from the Chiefs' practice squad for the second time this season ahead of Saturday's regular-season finale against Las Vegas. The second-year wideout served as the team's No. 5 wideout with Mecole Hardman (pelvis) and Skyy Moore (hand) both inactive against the Raiders. However, Smith-Marsette did not record a target while playing nine of his 10 snaps on offense, and he has not recorded a target since joining up with Kansas City.
Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to active roster
Kansas City elevated Smith-Marsette to its active roster from the practice squad Friday for Saturday's matchup against Las Vegas, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: With Skyy Moore (hand) out and Mecole Hardman (pelvis) questionable, Smith-Marsette has been added to the active roster as insurance. In his lone appearance with Kansas City (Week 14), Smith-Marsette played three offensive snaps but didn't see any targets.
Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Heads back to practice squad
Smith-Marsette reverted to the Chiefs' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette received the bump up with Kadarius Toney still sidelined by a hamstring injury. The 23-year-old saw three snaps on offense against the Broncos. but he failed to see a target. He was also expected to handle kick returns, but all five of Denver's kickoffs went for touchbacks.
Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to active roster
Smith-Marsette has been elevated to the Chiefs' active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: With Kadarius Toney (hamstring) sidelined, Smith-Marsette has been called up to help provide depth at wide receiver as the team's fifith healthy option. He has been on the Chiefs' practice squad since Oct. 21 after getting waived by the Bears. He recorded just one reception for 15 yards across six weeks in Chicago.
Published: Sat, Dec 10 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Inked to practice squad by KC
The Chiefs signed Smith-Marsette to their practice squad Friday, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was waived by the Bears on Tuesday after totaling one catch on four targets for 15 yards through six games. Kansas City unquestionably has a more potent passing attack, but Smith-Marsette isn't likely to ascend far enough up the receiver depth chart to be an impactful fantasy asset, if he's able to make the active roster at all. The Chiefs may see more value in him as a kick returner, as he has both college and NFL experience in that role.
Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go Tuesday
Smith-Marsette was waived by the Bears on Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has played in every game this season, but he's failed to make an impact in the Bears' passing game, bringing in one catch on four targets for 15 yards. In a corresponding move, the Bears signed fellow receiver Isaiah Coulter to the active roster from their practice squad.
Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted once in defeat
Smith-Marsette lost one yard on one rushing attempt and failed to catch his only target in the Bears' 12-7 loss to the Commanders on Thursday.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was targeted on a key fourth down while the Bears were trying to drive for a go-ahead score, but the pass went through his hands. He was on the field for 35 percent of the snaps, so his role in the offense is growing, but unless his targets increase significantly, he'll be a non-factor in fantasy.
Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 4:17am by Rotowire.com
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Fumbles on first catch of season
Smith-Marsette caught one pass for 15 yards in the Bears' 29-22 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
Analysis: Facing his former team, Smith-Marsette caught a pass in the last two minutes of the game as Chicago tried to tie the game, but on the play, he fumbled the ball away, which sealed the win for the Vikings. With just three targets this season, he'd need a significantly larger role in the offense to have weekly fantasy value.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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First target with Chicago
Smith-Marsette failed to catch his lone target in the Bears' 20-12 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has seen limited snaps on offense, but his only contribution on the stat sheet has been a 17-yard kick return in Week 2. Unless his role changes, his fantasy value will remain low.
Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 6:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Claimed by Bears
The Bears have claimed Smith-Marsette off waivers from the Vikings, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The 2021 fifth-rounder was the odd man out in the Vikings' wideout corps as Week 1 approached, but Smith-Marsette now will add depth to a Chicago wide receiver group that profiles as a work in progress, currently led by top option Darnell Mooney.
Published: Thu, Sep 1 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut by Vikes
The Vikings waived Smith-Marsette on Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: A 2021 fifth-round pick, Smith found it difficult to make inroads in a receiving corps led by Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen and K.J. Osborn as a rookie last season. Smith likely was destined for work on special teams again in 2022, but his performances on that front during exhibition season weren't encouraging. Across three games, he recorded five punt returns for 40 yards (8.0 average) and three kick returns for 55 yards (18.3 average). With Minnesota landing Jalen Reagor via trade Wednesday,…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces pass catchers in loss
Smith-Marsette brought in all three targets for 63 yards and returned one punt for 21 yards in the Vikings' 23-13 preseason loss to the Broncos on Saturday night.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette's performance was encouraging under any circumstance, but even more so with fellow wideouts Bisi Johnson (knee) and Jalen Nailor (concussion) both exiting the game with injuries. Smith-Marsette also redeemed himself as a returner after a poor showing in that regard in last Saturday's loss to the 49ers, and he appears set to open the season in a No. 4 or No. 5 receiver role in addition to primary punt-return duties.
Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 9:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles as punt returner
Smith-Marsette had four receptions for 27 yards on four targets in Saturday's preseason loss to San Francisco. He fumbled a punt return out of bounds and bobbled another, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has made a strong case this preseason to be the Vikings' No. 4 wide receiver, but his perch atop the depth chart at punt returner looks shaky. Winning a role on special teams could help him win a reserve receiver role in his competition with Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen Nailor.
Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Looks sharp in preseason opener
Smith-Marsette had three receptions for 31 yards on five targets in Sunday's preseason loss at Las Vegas. He also had three kick returns for an average of 18.3 yards and loss four yards on two punt returns.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette looked sharp and is likely the leading candidate for the No. 4 receiver role that could get more usage under new head coach Kevin O'Connell. It looks like Smith-Marsette could win the punt return job as well.
Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as top punt retuner
Smith-Marsette is listed as the primary punt returner on Minnesota's first depth chart of the preseason even though he has never returned a punt in an NFL regular-season game, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Analysis: The 2021 fifth-round pick missed some practice time this spring with a lower-leg injury that seems to have been minor. He saw only six targets as a rookie, while K.J. Osborn emerged as the No. 3 receiver, but Smith-Marsette did flash some promise at the end of the season with three catches for 103 yards and a TD in Week 18. If he can carve out a role on special teams, he could win a reserve receiver role in competition with Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy for camp
Coach Kevin O'Connell said Smith-Marsette (leg) is "looking great" and should be a full-go for the start of training camp, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Analysis: The 2021 fifth-round pick missed some practice time this spring with a lower-leg injury that seems to have been minor. He saw only six targets as a rookie while K.J. Osborn emerged as the No. 3 receiver, but Smith-Marsette did flash some promise at the end of the season with three catches for 103 yards and a TD in Week 18. He'll compete for the Vikings' No. 4 spot at wide receiver, challenged by Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen Nailor.
Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with lower-leg injury
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said Wednesday that Smith-Marsette is out for the rest of the spring due to a lower-leg injury he suffered during a recent workout, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette finished his rookie campaign with five receptions for 116 yards and two scores across eight appearances. It's unclear how serious his injury is, but any missed time will affect his development heading into his second second season. If healthy, Smith-Marsette will likely slot in behind Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen and K.J. Osborn on the depth chart to start the 2022 campaign.
Published: Wed, Jun 1 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Pair of long receptions
Smith-Marsette recorded three catches on three targets for 103 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-17 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has had the chance for more consistent snaps in the last few games with Adam Thielen (ankle) sidelined. He did not record a target or reception in Week 17 but exploded for huge gains of 44, 40 and 19 yards to record the first 100-yard game of his career in Sunday's win. Even with the explosive effort, Smith-Marsette figures to enter the 2022 campaign buried on the wide receiver depth chart behind at least Justin Jefferson, Thielen and K.J. Osborn.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 9:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch for Week 16
Smith-Marsette (coach's decision) is a healthy inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: After playing a career-high 48 percent of the offensive snaps and providing one of Minnesota's two touchdowns in its 17-9 win over Chicago in Week 15, Smith-Marsette won't suit up Sunday with fellow wideouts Adam Thielen (ankle), Dede Westbrook (reserve/COVID-19 list) and Dan Chisena (reserve/COVID-19 list) all returning to action this weekend. Currently sixth on the depth chart at receiver, Smith-Marsette could be inactive for the rest of the season so long as the top five options are all…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Scores first career touchdown
Smith-Marsette secured one of two targets for a seven-yard touchdown during Monday's 17-9 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette logged a career-high 48 percent of snaps while hauling in his first TD during Monday's divisional matchup. The rookie fifth-round pick doubtless saw increased opportunities with Adam Thielen (ankle) sidelined, and both Dede Westbrook (illness) and Dan Chisena (illness) on the COVID-19 list, however, and he still operated behind K.J. Osborn. Depending on the state of Minnesota's receiving corps, Smith-Marsette's involvement on offense could sharply decline versus the Rams in Week…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting against Baltimore
Smith-Marsette (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette battled a toe injury earlier in the season, but he returned for a Week 8 matchup against Dallas and recorded one reception for six yards. Dan Chisena has been active for each of the last three games and appears to have surpassed Smith-Marsette for a depth role among the team's wide receiver corps.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out Week 6
Smith-Marsette was inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official website reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was dealing with a toe injury throughout the week, but he was able to log full practices Thursday and Friday before being ruled inactive for Week 6. The 22-year-old wideout should be ready to go when the Vikings return from their bye for a matchup with the Cowboys on Oct. 31.
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 1:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices with limitations
Smith-Marsette (toe) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has been unavailable the past two games due to the toe injury, so it's a good sign to see him back at practice. The rookie fifth-round pick could avoid an injury designation for Sunday at Carolina if he can practice without limitations within the next couple days.
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially inactive
Smith-Marsette (toe) is officially inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was ruled out from the game earlier in the week, but Sunday's inactives make that official. It will be his second consecutive absence, and he did not participate in practice in any capacity during the week. Smith-Marsette's absence should solidify the roles of K.J. Osborn and Dede Westbrook in Week 5.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Remains out against Lions
Smith-Marsette (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette will sit out for a second consecutive game due to this toe injury. The rookie fifth-round pick will set his sights on healing up in time to rejoin his teammates on the field against the Panthers in Week 6.
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Smith-Marsette (toe) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette didn't appear in Sunday's loss to the Browns due to his toe injury, and he's still unable to practice. Even if the 22-year-old is active for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Lions, he's unlikely to play a significant role.
Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 4
Smith-Marsette (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Analysis: K.J. Osborn is expected to take over kick returning duties in Smith-Marsette's absence, piling more onto an already full plate that includes punt returns and a significant role in the offense for Osborn. Smith-Marsette will look to overcome his toe injury in time to return against the Lions in Week 5.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps Wednesday
Smith-Marsette (toe) didn't practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Since getting four offensive snaps in the season opener, Smith-Marsette has been contained to exclusively special teams, with his 20.8 yards per kickoff return ranking 16th in the NFL. Otherwise, he's waiting for his first NFL target, which may be in the distant future due to his bout with a toe injury.
Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Sustains toe injury
Smith-Marsette suffered a toe injury during Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette still is seeking his first career catch, but before he departed Sunday he returned two kicks for 40 yards. Ameer Abdullah subbed in for Smith-Marsette on the first kickoff of the second half.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited use on offense
Smith-Marsette did not have a target or carry, but played four snaps on offense in Sunday's loss to the Bengals. He had one kick return for 21 yards.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette begins the season as the primary kick returner and No. 5 wide receiver. He'll have limited usage on offense unless there are injuries in the receiver corps.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Locks up return gig
Smith-Marsette is slated to operate as Minnesota's top return man after the team released Ameer Abdullah on Tuesday, Arif Hasan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette has been explosive while fielding both kicks and punts through the preseason, and the Vikings are hoping the rookie fifth-round pick from Iowa can maintain his momentum into the regular season. If Smith-Marsette can continue to progress in his development, he could also earn designed opportunities as a field stretcher on offense.
Published: Wed, Sep 1 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches all three looks
Smith-Marsette caught all three of his targets for 43 yards and rushed once for eight yards in Friday night's 28-25 preseason loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette also fielded kicks, gaining 76 yards from his three kickoff returns. Although the rookie featured with Minnesota's first-team offense, none of his receptions came with starting quarterback Kirk Cousins in the game. Nonetheless, in tying for the lead in catches and placing second on the Vikings in receiving yards, Smith-Marsette again put forth a good effort as he aims to earn snaps behind Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen. Despite the fact his team hasn't incorporated three…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 27 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Shows spark in return game
Smith-Marsette had a 41-yard kickoff return and a 17-yard punt return in Saturday's preseason loss to Indianapolis.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette didn't do much on offense, as didn't have a reception on two targets. However, he'll need to make the roster as a returner, and he showed a spark in the loss. Smith-Marsette was a fifth-round selection and could make the team as a special teams contributor and depth receiver.
Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Does little with opportunity
Smith-Marsette recorded two receptions on six targets for 12 yards in Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Smith-Marsette was on the field throughout the game. He led the team with six targets and also served as the kick returner. However, he didn't do much with his opportunity, failing to convert many of his targets into receptions and doing little with the catches he did make. Smith-Marsette was a fifth-round selection and could make the team as a special teams contributor and depth receiver.
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 7:01pm by Rotowire.com
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