- Stone Smartt
- #84
- Team NYJ
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Seven catches in 2025
Smartt caught seven of nine targets for 52 yards while dressing for 15 games in the 2025 season.
Analysis: Smartt played mostly on special teams and drew at least one target in only three of his 15 appearances for the Jets. He spent the previous three seasons with the Chargers and has just one touchdown catch in 53 regular-season NFL games. The 27-year-old Smartt's set to become an unrestricted free agent in the offseason.
Published: Wed, Jan 7 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces team's TEs again
Smartt caught two of three targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 42-10 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Smartt has stepped up in the absence of Mason Taylor (neck), catching seven of eight targets for 52 yards over the past two games. Prior to this relatively productive stretch, Smartt had just one target all season. Smartt and Jeremy Ruckert could maintain larger roles if Taylor sits out the regular-season finale against the Bills.
Published: Mon, Dec 29 at 7:32am by Rotowire.com
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Five receptions in Week 16
Smartt recorded five catches for 34 yards on five targets in Sunday's 29-6 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Smartt took the field for 20 of the Jets' 66 snaps on offense, with his 30 percent snap share placing him behind Jeremy Ruckert (67 percent) and ahead of Jelani Woods (20 percent) among New York tight ends. Though Smartt's five catches ranked first on the team, he's nonetheless likely to see his role in the passing game fade in Week 17 against the Patriots if top tight end Mason Taylor (neck) is able to play following a two-game absence.
Published: Mon, Dec 22 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Week 15
Smartt (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Smartt entered the league's concussion protocol following the Jets' Week 14 loss to the Dolphins. He ended the week with a full practice Friday and has been given the green light to play Sunday after being evaluated by an independent neurologist. Smartt will have the opportunity to serve as the Jets' TE2 behind Jeremy Ruckert due to Mason Taylor (neck) being inactive.
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable vs. Jacksonville
Smartt (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Smartt was able to practice Friday without limitations, but he'll need to pass an evaluation from an independent neurologist in order to clear the league's concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game. The fourth-year pro has mostly served on special teams this season, but he could see an expanded role on offense Sunday behind Jeremy Ruckert due to the absence of Mason Taylor (neck).
Published: Fri, Dec 12 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Friday
Smartt (concussion) practiced fully Friday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smartt advanced from a non-participant Wednesday to a full participant in Friday's session, but evidently he's yet to clear the NFL's concussion protocol, given that he carries a 'questionable' designation for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Published: Fri, Dec 12 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited with concussion
Smartt (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smartt entered the league's concussion protocol after sustaining an injury late in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's loss to the Dolphins. The tight end's upgrade to limited participation means he is progressing through the league's protocol. The 27-year-old will have just one more practice to pass an independent neurological exam and upgrade to full participation in an attempt to play Sunday against the Jaguars.
Published: Thu, Dec 11 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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In concussion protocol
Smartt (concussion) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Smartt appeared to sustain the injury late in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's loss to the Dolphins, and he finished that game playing 22 snaps (three on offense, 19 on special teams) while failing to haul in his lone catch. Given his DNP on Wednesday, Smartt faces an uphill battle to be cleared to play this Sunday against the Jaguars. With Mason Taylor (neck) also working through an injury, Jeremy Ruckert and Jelani Woods are the two remaining healthy tight ends on the Jets' active…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 10 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets first target of 2025
Smartt didn't catch his only target in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: Smartt rarely sees action behind Mason Taylor and Jeremy Ruckert. The former Charger saw his first regular-season target as a member of the Jets in Sunday's loss but failed to corral it.
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Wednesday
Smartt (quadriceps) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Analysis: Smartt sat out Week 8 at Cincinnati with a quadriceps injury prior to the Jets' bye in Week 9, but he's now on track to suit up in Week 10 versus the Browns. Of his 46 snaps so far this season, 45 have come on special teams.
Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 8
Smartt (quadriceps) won't play Sunday against the Bengals, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Top tight end Mason Taylor is also battling a quadriceps injury, though Taylor still has a chance to play Sunday since he's considered questionable. Jeremy Ruckert retains the second spot on the depth chart, while Jelani Woods could take on a larger role in Smartt's absence.
Published: Fri, Oct 24 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing quadriceps injury
Smartt did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to a quadriceps injury.
Analysis: Smartt served exclusively on special teams during the Jets' Week 7 loss to the Panthers, and he appears to have picked up a quad injury in the process. He'll have two more opportunities to practice and avoid an injury tag ahead of Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Published: Wed, Oct 22 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores 24-yard TD in Saturday's win
Smartt caught his only target for a 24-yard touchdown in Saturday's 30-10 preseason win over the Packers.
Analysis: Smartt's touchdown catch came in the third quarter, well after all of the Jets' starters had departed. He's behind 2025 second-round pick Mason Taylor (ankle) and Jeremy Ruckert on the depth chart, but Smartt's intriguing pass catching ability could earn him a role on offense come the regular season, especially if Taylor misses time as a result of his high-ankle sprain.
Published: Sun, Aug 10 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Joining forces with Gang Green
Smartt is signing a one-year contract with the Jets, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Smartt was the Chargers' top pass-catching TE for a few weeks last season while Will Dissly was injured, but they didn't consider him worthy of a restricted-free-agent tender for $3.26 million. While that isn't the best sign for his NFL future, nor for his odds of gaining fantasy relevance, Smartt at least did well to land with a team that has one of the weakest TE rooms in the league. Incumbent starter Tyler Conklin is an unrestricted free agent, leaving 2022 third-round pick Jeremy Ruckert…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 13 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts up career-high marks
Smartt played in 15 regular-season games in 2024, making 16 catches (on 19 targets) for 208 yards.
Analysis: Smartt's reception and yardage totals were career highs, despite playing 122 offensive snaps less in 2024 than he had in 2023. The Old Dominion product is set to be a restricted free agent in March and is a candidate to return to the squad in 2025, depending on how the Chargers rework their tight-end corps with only Will Dissly under contract for next season.
Published: Mon, Feb 17 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Held catchless versus Las Vegas
Smartt was not targeted during Sunday's 34-20 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Smartt played just 13 offensive snaps in Los Angeles' regular-season finale, a lesser total than both Will Dissly and Tucker Fisk. Across 15 regular-season appearances, Smartt logged 16 catches (19 targets) for 208 yards with zero touchdowns. After the Chargers' playoff run, which will begin on the road against Houston on Saturday in a wild-card round matchup, Smartt will be slated to become a restricted free agent in the offseason.
Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Two receptions in big win
Smartt caught both of his targets for 23 yards in the 40-7 win over the Patriots on Saturday.
Analysis: Will Dissly (35 snaps) and Tucker Fisk (32 snaps) both played more than Smartt, who had benefitted in recent weeks due to the absence of Dissly and Hayden Hurst (illness). With Dissly back, Smartt should fade back into the No. 2 tight end committee that sees him typically used as an additional blocker.
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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Three receptions in win
Smartt caught all three of his targets for 37 yards in the 34-27 win over the Broncos on Thursday.
Analysis: Hayden Hurst returned off injured reserve after missing the past five weeks due to a hip injury, but the veteran played only eight snaps, hardly carving into Smartt's playing time. In addition, Will Dissly appears closer to returning after missing the past two games due to a shoulder injury, which would also relegate Smartt to at minimum the No. 2 spot in the tight end rotation come Week 16. Given the compiling playing time factors, Smartt's run as a productive fantasy option could be coming to…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Nearly leads team in receving
Smartt pulled in five of six targets for 50 receiving yards while losing a fumble in Sunday's 40-17 loss to Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Smartt continued to operate as the Chargers' top tight end sans veteran starter Will Dissly (shoulder). The third-year man fell just eight yards short of the team lead in receiving behind Ladd McConkey (5-58-1). Smartt did cough up the first fumble of his career in the lopsided loss, putting a damper on an otherwise fine fantasy showing. With Dissly expected to miss multiple weeks, Smartt could be a bargain at the tight end position in Week 16.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for significant playing bump
Smartt is set for a bump in playing time with Will Dissly (shoulder) likely out multiple weeks, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Hayden Hurst (hip) is technically eligible to return from injured reserve by Week 16, but given there's been zero updates regarding Hurst's health, Smartt effectively has a clear shot at the No. 1 tight end role with Dissly expected to be out. Smartt played a season-high 22 snaps Sunday at Kansas City and parlayed that into three receptions for 54 yards, mostly in the absence of Dissly. The 26-year-old has mainly been a rotational piece in his three-year career, but the 2022 undrafted free…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 7:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday night
Smartt (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals.
Analysis: Smartt was sidelined for each of the Chargers' last two games due to an ankle injury likely sustained in Week 8's win over the Saints. However, he practiced in full Friday and is now in line to return to the field Sunday. Expect Smartt to serve as a depth piece in the Chargers' tight end room in Week 11, playing behind both Hayden Hurst and Will Dissly.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Smartt (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Smartt has been sidelined for the Chargers' last two regular-season games due to an ankle injury. He'll have two more chances this week to increase his practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against Cincinnati.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 10
Smartt (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Kris Rhim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Smartt has been limited in practice all week due to an ankle injury, but he hasn't progressed enough to suit up Sunday. His next chance to play will be Week 11 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 17. Tucker Fisk was elevated from the Chargers practice squad to the active roster Saturday, and he will serve as the No. 3 tight end behind Will Dissly and Hayden Hurst.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Could return Sunday
Smartt (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
Analysis: Smartt practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week after missing the Chargers' Week 9 win over the Browns due to an ankle injury. The 26-year-old is expected to play behind both Will Dissly and Hayden Hurst if he can suit up in Week 10.
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to open week
Smartt (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Smartt was unable to practice all of last week due to an ankle injury, which caused him to be sidelined for Week 9 against the Browns. He was able to return to practice Wednesday, and he'll have two more chances to increase his participation ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans.
Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Smartt (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Browns.
Analysis: No surprise here, as Smartt was deemed doubtful for Sunday's contest. He was unable to practice throughout the week due to an ankle injury. In his absence, Hayden Hurst and Eric Tomlinson will be the backup options at tight end behind Will Dissly.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Sunday
Smartt (ankle) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns.
Analysis: Smartt was unable to practice all week after likely sustaining an ankle injury in the Chargers' Week 8 win over the Saints, so it's no surprise that he's not expected to play Sunday. If the Old Dominion product is unable to suit up, the Chargers' tight end room will likely consist of Will Dissly, Hayden Hurst and Eric Tomlinson.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with ankle issue
Smartt (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Smartt failed to record a stat while playing 16 special-teams snaps in the Chargers' Week 8 win over the Saints, but it now appears he picked up an ankle injury in the process. The third-year tight end from Old Dominion will almost certainly need to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday to play in Sunday's matchup in Cleveland.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in 31-yard reception
Smartt played seven of the Chargers' 66 snaps on offense and recorded one reception for 31 yards on two targets in Monday's 17-15 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: After failing to draw a target while playing just nine snaps on offense through the Chargers' first four games of the season, Smartt now has a reception in two straight contests. He's seen a slight uptick in playing time while Hayden Hurst (groin) missed all of Monday's game and most of the Week 6 win over the Broncos due to injury, but Smartt could see his snap counts take a hit once the Chargers' tight-end room is back to full strength.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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Hardly involved in loss
Smartt caught two of his three targets for 14 yards in the 13-12 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.
Analysis: Smartt played 294 offensive snaps in 2023, often filling in for Donald Parham as the team's No. 2 tight end when the big-bodied target was injured. The second-year undrafted free agent hasn't done much in the NFL to date, and it's possibly Smartt's roster spot could be in jeopardy next season as the Chargers undergo a complete transformation in the front office and coaching staff.
Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Active for season finale
Smartt (shoulder) isn't among the Chargers' inactives for Sunday's matchup against Kansas City.
Analysis: A shoulder issue kept Smartt to a pair of limited practice sessions to begin Week 18 prep, but his outlook improved with a full practice Friday. The second-year tight end entered Sunday deemed questionable to suit up, but he's ultimately been cleared to play. Smartt should thus fill his usual role as Gerald Everett's backup against the Chiefs.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 18
Smartt (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Smartt was upgraded to full practice Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday, a sign he has a decent chance to suit up versus Kansas City. Smartt has nine catches for 141 yards and one touchdown on 18 targets this season.
Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 5:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited participant again
Smartt (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice for the second day in a row Thursday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
Analysis: The backup tight end has yet to play in more than 57 percent of the offensive snaps in any game this season. Smartt has nine catches for 141 yards and a touchdown in 2023.
Published: Thu, Jan 4 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Snares three passes
Smartt caught all three of his targets for 15 yards in Thursday's 63-21 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: With Donald Parham (shoulder) out, Smartt saw a jump in playing time and benefitted to the tune of a career-high three receptions, but the massive blowout also played a factor in the extra workload. It's hard to imagine Smartt being utilized frequently, so long as Parham and Gerald Everett are both healthy.
Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch
Smartt (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Broncos, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Smartt will be the odd man out at tight end for the Chargers after appearing in all 12 games for the team this season. The team will opt to dress Nick Vannett and Stephen Anderson as their No. 3 and No. 4 tight ends behind Gerald Everett and Donald Parham, respectively.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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No catches after season high
Smartt failed to corral his lone target in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: After coming off back-to-back weeks with 20 or more offensive snaps and three targets, Smartt didn't get much playing time in Week 12, with no stats off only eight offensive snaps. The undrafted free agent saw his best game of the year in Week 11 with a touchdown off his sole 51-yard reception, but he has yet to record multiple receptions in a contest. On the season, the 25-year-old has seen 198 total snaps less than Donald Parham and Gerald Everett who both have tallied more than 300. He…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in win
Smartt caught one of three targets for 51 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Smartt's trip to the end zone was his first score of the 2023 campaign. The 25-year-old tight end played behind Donald Parham with Gerald Everett (chest) ruled out for the contest. Smartt saw three targets for the second straight week, so it's possible he'll continue to see increased involvement for the Chargers' offense that is in need of playmakers. He'll have the opportunity to build off this performance when the Chargers host the Ravens in Week 12.
Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 2:35am by Rotowire.com
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Records 24-yard catch in loss
Smartt hauled in his lone target for a 24-yard gain in Sunday's 27-24 overtime loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Smartt finished third among Chargers tight ends in offensive snaps in the Week 2 loss, with his 22 (34 percent share) placing him behind Donald Parham (31, 48 percent) and Gerald Everett (27, 42 percent). The latter two tight ends have been consistently more involved in the passing attack thus far, though Smartt recorded the longest reception of his young career on the Chargers' fourth-quarter touchdown drive.
Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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