DeVonta Smith has 258 yards on sideline targets (within 2 yards of the sideline) since 2021 (4th in NFL)

Cleared for Monday

Smith (hamstring/thigh) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Monday's game against the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Smith was a full participant in Saturday's practice, paving the way for the star wideout to be cleared ahead of the primetime matchup. He already has nearly 200 receiving yards and 11 receptions through two games, though the Buccaneers' formidable secondary could prove to be troublesome come Monday.

Limited in practice again

Smith (hamstring/thigh) was a limited practice participant Friday.

Analysis: Smith should be able to play Monday in Tampa Bay even if he's limited for a third straight time when the Eagles release their final injury report Saturday. The team would be awfully thin at wide receiver in the event of a weekend setback, as No. 3 man Quez Watkins (hamstring) already appears highly likely to miss MNF.

Dealing with pair of injuries

Smith was limited at Thursday's practice due to hamstring and thigh injuries.

Analysis: Smith has been clicking with quarterback Jalen Hurts through the first two contests of the season, notching 11 catches (on 15 targets) for 178 yards and two touchdowns while playing 140 of 141 offensive snaps. Now, though, Smith made an appearance on the Eagles' first Week 3 injury report. He'll thus have two more opportunities to log a full session before the Eagles potentially hand him a designation for Monday's contest at Tampa Bay.

Eclipses century mark in win

Smith secured four of five targets for 131 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' 34-28 win over the Vikings on Thursday night.

Analysis: The highlight of Smith's big night was a 63-yard touchdown reception early in the third quarter that saw the fleet-footed receiver use pure speed to get open for a perfectly timed throw from Jalen Hurts. Smith's second catch of the game had also seemed to portend a prolific night, as he logged a 54-yard grab during Philadelphia's first drive. Smith has significantly outpaced fellow star receiver A.J. Brown through two games, as the former will take an 11-178-2 season line into a Week 3 Monday…read more

Tallies touchdown in opener

Smith recorded seven receptions on 10 targets for 47 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-20 win over the Patriots.

Analysis: Smith matched A.J. Brown in targets and receptions, though he wound up with 32 fewer yards. He made up for that gap in production with a five-yard touchdown reception late in the first quarter, though ultimately the entire Philadelphia offense was held back by rainy conditions in Foxboro. The Eagles should find more offensive success in a Week 2 matchup against the Vikings, benefitting Smith and the rest of the skill-position players.

Not slated to play Saturday

Smith isn't in line to play in Saturday's preseason contest at Baltimore, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: Both Smith and A.J. Brown aren't available to the Eagles offense, leaving wide receiver in the hands of Quez Watkins, Olamide Zaccheaus and Devon Allen, among others. Smith's next chance for exhibition action will occur this coming Thursday against the Browns.

Excelling this summer

Smith has been busy and effective at training camp, catching 11 of 14 targets through five full-team practices, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: It sounds like the Eagles are getting their RBs a bit more involved in the passing game, particularly new addition D'Andre Swift, but the reports coming out of Philadelphia otherwise have Smith, A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert predictably dominating targets from QB Jalen Hurts. Those three accounted for 77.7 percent of the team's receiving yards and 69.3 percent of the targets last season, with Smith's shares coming in at 27.4 percent and 26.9 percent, respectively. There's probably not a ton of…read more

Paces Philly pass catchers

Smith recorded seven receptions on nine targets for 100 yards in Sunday's 38-35 Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Smith was overshadowed by teammate A.J. Brown, who managed an impressive 45-yard touchdown catch early in the second quarter. However, Smith still led the Eagles in receptions and yards, production that was jumpstarted by three receptions for 41 yards on the team's opening drive. After an impressive sophomore season during which Smith posted 95 receptions for 1,196 yards and seven touchdowns across 17 regular-season games, Smith once again will form a potent receiving tandem with Brown in 2023.

Modest numbers against Niners

Smith caught two of three targets for a team-high 36 yards in Sunday's 31-7 win over the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game.

Analysis: Brock Purdy (elbow) got hurt early for San Francisco, and Philly simply didn't need to throw the ball much after that. Smith's 29-yard catch on the Eagles' opening drive was the longest play of the game for either team, however, and set up a six-yard score for Miles Sanders. It still resulted in Smith's lowest yardage total since Week 9, but he and the rest of the Eagles passing game should be a lot busier two weeks from now in the Super Bowl.

Paces pass catchers in playoff win

Smith secured six of 10 targets for 61 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' 38-7 divisional-round win over the Giants on Saturday night.

Analysis: Smith led the Eagles in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night while also securing a nine-yard touchdown grab to put Philadelphia up by two scores late in the first quarter. The speedster has produced at least Saturday's reception and yardage totals in four straight games overall, a favorable streak he'll aim to extend at the expense of either the Cowboys or 49ers in a conference championship clash a week from Sunday.

Seven grabs in Sunday's win

Smith caught seven of eight targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 22-16 win over the Giants.

Analysis: The second-year wideout led the Eagles in receptions in Jalen Hurts' return from a shoulder strain, as the team locked up the top seed in the NFC and a first-round bye. Smith finishes the regular season with 95 catches on 136 targets for 1,196 yards and seven touchdowns, and with Hurts getting another week to heal up, he and A.J. Brown could be headed for very big postseasons.

Targeted 13 times in loss

Smith recorded nine catches on 13 targets for 115 yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Saints.

Analysis: Smith paced the Eagles' receiving corps in targets and receptions and turned in his third consecutive 100-yard performance. His effort was highlighted by long receptions of 28 and 25 yards, though he was also peppered with targets in the short areas of the field by Gardner Minshew. After beginning the season with a volatile target rate, Smith now has at least eight targets in each of his last nine contests.

Notches two touchdowns in Week 16

Smith posted eight catches (on 12 targets) for 113 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 40-34 loss in Dallas.

Analysis: Like fellow Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown, Smith now has surpassed 100 yards receiving three times in the last four games, a stretch in which he's compiled a 23-405-4 line on 36 targets. The timing is great in the midst of the fantasy playoffs, and Smith put together such a performance with backup signal-caller Gardner Minshew filling in for MVP candidate Jalen Hurts (shoulder). If Hurts requires another absence Week 17 against the Saints on Sunday, Jan. 1, Smith's outlook doesn't appear to…read more

Over 100 yards in Week 15 win

Smith caught five of eight targets for 126 yards in Sunday's 25-20 win over the Bears.

Analysis: Smith's 45-yard reception in the second quarter set up a field goal, and he added a 38-yard catch in the two-minute drill to go over the 100-yard mark in the first half. A.J. Brown took over after halftime and finished with a team-leading 181 receiving yards, as the pair of productive wideouts accounted for 307 of Jalen Hurts' 315 passing yards. After topping 100 receiving yards only thrice in his first 28 NFL games, Smith has done so in two of the past three. The 2021 first-round pick is…read more

Another touchdown in Week 14 win

Smith secured five of eight targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' 48-22 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Analysis: Smith led the Eagles in targets while checking in second in both receptions and receiving yards. The second-year speedster also recorded a team-long 41-yard grab, which came on an early second-quarter touchdown that was Smith's fifth trip to the end zone this season. Now boasting a career-best 66 catches, Smith will aim to continue his surge on the road versus the Bears in Week 15.

Tops 100 yards, scores

Smith recorded five receptions on eight targets for 102 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-10 win over the Titans.

Analysis: Smith recorded three receptions of at least 20 yards to top the century mark for the second time on the campaign. He also chipped in his fourth receiving touchdown of the season on a 34-yard reception only three minutes into the game. Smith has been out-performed by teammate A.J. Brown for much of the season, though he's still on pace to surpass the production from his rookie campaign in nearly every metric heading into a Week 14 matchup against the Giants.

Cleared to play

Smith (groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Analysis: Smith upgraded to full participation Friday after back-to-back limited practices. He's seen eight or more targets in three straight games and is only seven behind A.J. Brown for the team lead this season (86-79), but Brown has a much larger share of the deep passes and red-zone looks, while Smith has gotten far more of his targets near the line of scrimmage than he did last season. In any case, both get a decent matchup this week, as Brown's former team has given up the third most PPR points to…read more

Remains limited Thursday

Smith (groin) was limited at practice Thursday.

Analysis: The Eagles again are holding Smith back during Week 13 prep as he tends to his third listed injury of the season. He hasn't had an issue playing through the previous health concerns, earning at least 86 percent of snaps in 10 of 11 contests. Smith also has seen at least eight targets in three consecutive games on his way to 16-167-1 line during that span. Friday's practice report will reveal whether or not he enters the weekend with an injury designation for Sunday's outing against the Titans.

Tending to groin issue

Smith was a limited participant at Wednesday's walk-through practice due to a groin injury.

Analysis: Smith has tended to back and knee issues this season, the latter of which has affected his practice reps the previous two weeks. Now, a new health concern has arisen, placing a cloud over his status prior to Sunday's contest against the Titans. Smith hasn't missed a game on the campaign and has earned an 86 percent snap share or better in 10 of 11 outings, so assuming he's out there this weekend, he'll remain a regular target of quarterback Jalen Hurts.

Leads receivers with 50 yards

Smith caught four of nine targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 40-33 win over the Packers.

Analysis: Smith led the Eagles in receiving yards for the second week in a row while the rushing attack continued to carry the team to its 10th win. The 2021 first-round pick hasn't taken the big step forward in his sophomore campaign that many had hoped, but he is still producing at levels close to his strong rookie debut. Look for Smith to see his usual healthy share of targets against Tennessee in a clash of conference contenders Sunday.

Cleared from injury report

Smith (knee) has been cleared from the injury report for Sunday's game against the Packers.

Analysis: Smith was listed with the same injury last week, but it didn't stop him from suiting up and catching six of nine targets for 78 yards in a win over the Colts. He was then limited in practice this Thursday, while A.J. Brown sat out due to an illness, but both have been cleared to face the Packers this weekend.

Limited by knee injury

Smith (knee) was listed as limited on Thursday's practice report.

Analysis: Smith tended to a knee injury last week, so the cap on his reps this week may be maintenance-related to keep him as close to 100 percent as possible. Meanwhile, fellow wide receiver A.J. Brown was a DNP on Thursday due to an illness, a reality that could bump up Smith to No. 1 on the WR depth chart for the Eagles if the former is limited or sidelined this weekend. In the end, Friday's report may clarify the statuses of both Brown and Smith for Sunday's game versus the Packers.

Leads team in receiving yardage

Smith caught six passes for 78 yards on nine targets against Indianapolis on Sunday.

Analysis: Smith seemed to draw more usage than usual with Dallas Goedert out and A.J. Brown (seven targets) drawing most of the defensive attention. The resulting box score isn't overly impressive at a glance, but it was a crucial contribution to the Eagles offense on a day where Jalen Hurts threw for only 190 yards on 25 attempts. Smith should continue to see escalated target shares while Goedert misses time, and a big game could result if Hurts' passing yardage volume exceeds the figure from this game.…read more

Cleared to play in Indy

Smith (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Colts, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: Smith and A.J. Brown (ankle) both were limited practice participants Wednesday and Thursday before upgrading to full participation Friday. They avoid injury designations and thus are set to do battle with a tough group of cornerbacks led by Stephon Gilmore.

Limited again Thursday

Smith (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Analysis: Smith logged a second consecutive capped session to begin Week 11 prep, as did fellow wide receiver A.J. Brown (ankle). There's been no indication that Smith is in danger of sitting out Sunday at Indianapolis due to a knee issue, but Friday's injury report may provide a clearer picture of his upcoming availability.

Dealing with knee injury

Smith was limited at Wednesday's walk-through practice due to a knee issue.

Analysis: Playing alongside a hobbled A.J. Brown (ankle) on Monday versus the Commanders, Smith had his most productive performance in weeks (6-39-1 receiving line on eight targets). However, Smith is now tending to an injury of his own. As such, the statuses of both wide receivers should be watched as the week goes on to get a sense of their availability for Sunday's contest at Indianapolis.

Scores TD on bittersweet birthday

Smith caught six of eight targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 32-21 loss to the Commanders. He also lost a fumble.

Analysis: Playing on his 24th birthday, Smith gave himself a reason to celebrate in the third quarter, finding the end zone from 11 yards out. While he enjoyed a productive night, the Eagles ultimately came away with their first loss of the season. His fumble came on the final play, as Smith's attempt at a lateral was scooped up by a defender and returned for a Washington touchdown. His inconsistent usage will make him a risky Week 11 fantasy option against the stout Colts secondary, though his ceiling…read more

Quiet night in Week 9 win

Smith brought in both his targets for 22 yards in the Eagles' 29-17 win over the Texans on Thursday night.

Analysis: Smith put together another quiet performance while Dallas Goedert and A.J. Brown set the pace for Philadelphia's pass-catching corps. The second-year speedster actually recorded all his yardage on one of his two catches, and he's now been under 50 receiving yards in three straight games. Smith's 11.1 yards per reception also represents a notable drop from the 14.3 figure he put up as a rookie, but he'll aim to exploit a favorable matchup against a Commanders defense that's given up plenty of…read more

Complementary role against Steelers

Smith recorded five receptions on eight targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 35-13 win over the Steelers.

Analysis: Smith was heavily involved in the offense, as his eight targets were good for second on the team. However, he was used almost exclusively in short areas of the field -- in direct contrast to teammate A.J. Brown. Smith's production remains inconsistent, as he has at least 80 receiving yards in three of seven games this season, but he has only 84 yards combined across the remaining four contests.

Strong results from five targets

Smith hauled in all five of his targets for 44 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-17 win over the Cowboys.

Analysis: Smith finished with a nearly identical line to fellow starter A.J. Brown, as both receivers were able to eat despite Jalen Hurts finishing with a new season low of 155 passing yards. The talented sophomore has been on a roll since his zero-point dud back in Week 1, accruing a receiving line of 33/397/2 for fantasy managers over his last five games. Smith will continue to be a must-start wideout when Philadelphia returns from its bye week to take on the Steelers on Oct. 30.

Automatic production underneath

Smith caught 10 passes for 87 yards on 11 targets against Arizona on Sunday.

Analysis: A player as explosive as Smith isn't used to grinding out small amounts of yardage underneath, but he was highly effective doing so in this game and played a crucial role in helping the Eagles hold on to a 20-17 win on the road. While it's rare that the Eagles passing game can support all of Smith, A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert for big receiving production in a single game, Smith has proven repeatedly that he can put up big numbers when the usage is there. Smith and the Eagles face Dallas in…read more

Held to three catches

Smith (back) had three receptions (four targets) for 17 yards in Sunday's 29-21 win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: Jalen Hurts struggled from the pocket Sunday (204 yards, no touchdowns and one interception), resulting in quiet fantasy game for Smith. The 23-year-old was dealing with a minor back issue during practice this week, but he was cleared prior to kickoff and did not appear to be physically limited. Smith will look to bounce back next Sunday against an Arizona secondary that entered Week 4 allowing the third-most passing yards to opposing offenses.

Full practice Thursday

Smith (back) practiced in full Thursday.

Analysis: After a limited session Wednesday due to a back issue, Smith handled every practice rep one day later, setting him up to serve as one of the Eagles' starting wide receivers alongside A.J. Brown on Sunday versus the Jaguars. While Smith was blanked on four targets in the season opener, he's since gathered in 15 of 19 targets for 249 yards and one touchdown over the last two games.

Dealing with back issue

Smith was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a back injury.

Analysis: Smith may just be enduring some bumps and bruises from his breakout 8-169-1 receiving performance on 12 targets during the Eagles' Week 3 win at Washington. Still, his status should be watched as the week continues to learn whether or not his availability is in question for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Breakout game in Week 3

Smith caught eight passes for 169 yards and one touchdown on 12 targets against Washington on Sunday.

Analysis: It might not be easy for Smith to post numbers like these on a consistent basis with A.J. Brown competing for targets, but Smith has proven his own abilities at this point and can be expected to do well with whatever usage he does draw going forward. After a dud box score in Week 1 (zero catches on four targets), Smith has 15 catches for 249 yards and a touchdown on 19 targets in the two games since.

Back in saddle in Week 2 win

Smith secured all seven targets for 80 yards in the Eagles' 24-7 win over the Vikings on Monday.

Analysis: Smith got shut out on the stat sheet in Week 1 against the Lions, which had led Jalen Hurts to promise the second-year speedster things would change in short order. The Eagles' signal-caller more than made good on his promise Monday night, feeding Smith the second-most targets on the squad, which led to a team-high number of receptions. Smith's 11.4 yards per catch was a modest figure by his standards, but the solid performance had to have elicited a sigh of relief from his flummoxed fantasy…read more

Shockingly blanked in Week 1 win

Smith failed to bring in any of his four targets in the Eagles' 38-35 win over the Lions on Sunday.

Analysis: The speedster had a catch wiped out by penalty and ultimately didn't record an official reception for the first time in his young career. Ironically but perhaps not coincidentally, the closest Smith came to a shutout in his rookie campaign was against this same Lions squad back in last season's Week 8 meeting, so perhaps there is a schematic factor at play. Nevertheless, Smith is hardly a candidate to be sidelined much longer in the Eagles' air attack irrespective of the outsized presence of…read more

Not slated to play Saturday

Smith is unlikely to play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Dolphins with coach Nick Sirianni expected to sit Eagles starters, Josh Tolentino of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: Smith's next game action is slated to arrive Week 1 against the Lions on Sunday, Sept. 11. In his second season as a pro, the 2021 first-round pick is in line to see plenty of snaps and targets from quarterback Jalen Hurts while operating with fellow wideout A.J. Brown.

Rested Sunday

Smith didn't suit up for Sunday's preseason game against the Browns, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: The same applies to other key Philadelphia skill players Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, Dallas Goedert and Miles Sanders (hamstring), with Smith's next chance to suit up for preseason action set for this coming Saturday against the Dolphins.

No setbacks with minor injury

Smith is practicing again Thursday and hasn't had any setbacks with the groin injury that limited him last week, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: Smith returned to practice Thursday after missing the Eagles' preseason opener. He's seemingly on track for an appearance against the Browns this Sunday, though it hasn't been confirmed one way or the other and likely depends on the team's plan for starters in general.

Returns to practice Sunday

Smith (groin) returned to practice Sunday, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: Smith picked up the groin injury late last week and ultimately was sidelined for the Eagles' preseason opener after missing a few practices in a row. However, as expected, the issue wasn't severe, and the second-year wideout appears on track to suit up for Sunday's exhibition game against the Browns.

Unlikely to play Friday

Smith (groin) isn't in line to play in Friday's preseason contest against the Jets, Martin Frank of The Delaware News Journal reports.

Analysis: Smith picked up a groin injury late last week and hasn't practiced in the interim. On Wednesday, coach Nick Sirianni termed Smith day-to-day, but the wide receiver hasn't made enough progress to be cleared for game action. With Smith on the sidelines, the Eagles' top options at wide receiver are A.J. Brown and Quez Watkins, with the likes of Zach Pascal and Jalen Reagor also on hand.

Labeled day-to-day

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said Wednesday that Smith (groin) is day-to-day, Martin Frank of The Delaware News Journal reports.

Analysis: Smith remains sidelined due to a minor groin injury, but he's managed to resume handling rehab work off to the side. Sirianni also announced that the Eagles' starters will be on the field for one or two series during Friday's preseason opener against the Jets, but it remains to be seen if Smith will be cleared to suit up in time for that contest. When deemed healthy, Smith will rejoin A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert as Jalen Hurts' top receiving options.

Sits out with minor groin injury

Smith will be held out of Thursday's practice with a groin injury, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the injury doesn't appear serious, as Smith joined his teammates on the field for pre-practice stretching. It's the first report of any injury issue for Smith this year, following a rookie campaign in which he played all 17 games and barely missed any practice time during the regular season. He did suffer an MCL sprain last August and a few minor injuries in college, but he's missed just two games total his last five seasons between Alabama…read more

Tops depth chart along with Brown

Following the recent NFL Draft, the Eagles' wide receiver depth chart will be topped by newcomer A.J. Brown along with Smith, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Brown, who the Eagles obtained from the Titans on the first night of the draft, is now slated to pair with Smith, who caught 64 of his 104 targets for 916 yards and five TDs in 17 games as a rookie after going 10th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. At 6-foot-1, 226 pounds, Brown adds a physical presence opposite Smith, who's listed at 6-foot, 170 pounds. The duo's fantasy upside hinges largely on how well they click with starting QB Jalen Hurts, but both Brown and Smith should at least see steady…read more

Gets big help in receiving corps

The Eagles hope Smith will be helped by the acquisition of A.J. Brown, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Smith is a smaller receiver at 6-foot, 170 pounds while Brown is much larger at 6-foot-6 and 340 pounds, and coach Nick Sirianni views the duo as complementary to one another. Brown's addition to the receiver room should at the very least draw defensive focus from the 2021 first-round pick as well as create more opportunity for the whole offense by lengthening drives. Quez Watkins, Zach Pascal, Jalen Reagor and Greg Ward will likely now function mostly as afterthoughts in what was a run-first…read more

Produces little with 11 targets

Smith recorded four receptions on 11 targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 31-15 wild-card round loss to the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Smith finished second on the team with 11 targets, but he averaged only 5.5 yards per look on his way to a disappointing performance. Though his final line was uninspiring, Smith did turn in a strong second half, as he had only one reception on two targets through the first two quarters. Though it came in garbage time, Smith picked up chunk gains of 31 and 19 yards in the fourth quarter to account for the majority of his production. He'll now look toward his second season as a pro after a solid…read more

Sets rookie record

Smith caught three of four targets for 41 yards in Saturday's 51-26 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Smith was involved early on, enabling him to set the Eagles' rookie record for receiving yards in a season. The first-rounder's performance included a long grab of 25 yards on a heads-up play during Philadelphia's opening series, extending what became a touchdown drive. Fresh off his personal accomplishment, Smith will now set his sights on his first career playoff appearance next weekend.

Three catches in win

Smith caught three of his six targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over Washington.

Analysis: Smith's first catch of the day accounted for most of his yards as he caught Jalen Hurts' first pass attempt of the game for a 30-yard pickup. The rookie was pretty quiet after that but still was able to lead all Philadelphia wide receivers in receiving yards once again, trailing only Dallas Goedert (71 yards) among all pass catchers. Smith has a nice matchup on tap against the Cowboys in Week 18, but his playing time may be affected with both teams having clinched the playoffs already.

Scores heavily scrutinized TD

Smith secured five of seven targets for 80 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' 34-10 win over the Giants on Sunday.

Analysis: Smith paced the Eagles in receptions and receiving yardage, with his production in each category also serving as his best since Week 9. The rookie's four-yard scoring grab in the latter portion of the third quarter was also the subject of two replays, with the latter review confirming the score after the first one seemed to nullify it. Smith is likely to again play a prominent role in a key Week 17 road showdown against Washington.

Three catches in win

Smith brought in three of five targets for 40 yards in the Eagles' 27-17 win over Washington on Tuesday night.

Analysis: The speedster took a back seat in the air attack to tight end Dallas Goedert, who exploded for a season-high 135 receiving yards. Smith got 28 of his yards on one catch, but it was otherwise a quiet night for the talented rookie. Despite the untimely downturn Tuesday, Smith is still a poor candidate for a Week 16 benching on fantasy playoff rosters considering his home matchup against a Giants secondary that's played poorly on the road all season.

Eagles-Washington moved to Tuesday

Smith and the Eagles will no longer play Washington on Sunday, after the NFL officially rescheduled the matchup between the two teams for Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET.

Analysis: Due to ongoing COVID-19-related issues within Washington's organization, the NFL is hopeful that by delaying the game two days, the Football Team will restore enough players from the reserve/COVID-19 list to alleviate depth concerns on the roster. The two-day delay could also help Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (ankle) get healthier, as he had been listed as questionable for the Week 15 contest before the game was postponed Friday. While Hurts was sidelined in the Eagles' Week 13 win over the…read more

Held down again

Smith recorded two receptions on four targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 33-18 win over the Jets.

Analysis: Smith was limited by game script, as the Eagles took to the air only 25 times while playing with the lead for the majority of the contest. Even so, both Dallas Goedert and Kenneth Gainwell saw more targets than Smith, who has combined to post just four receptions on eight targets for 37 yards across his last two games. Smith will have the chance to regroup in an effort to return to his more productive ways as the Eagles head into their Week 14 bye.

Takes full reps Thursday

Smith (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Analysis: According to Tim McManus of ESPN.com, Smith was spotted with a brace protecting the elbow he first hurt Week 9 against the Chargers, but neither that injury nor the non-COVID-19-related ailment that kept him out of Wednesday's walk-through will prevent him from playing Sunday against the Jets. In his return to practice, Smith took reps with the first-team offense with both backup Gardner Minshew and starter Jalen Hurts, who was limited for the second straight day due to a sore ankle. Barring a…read more

Back at practice Thursday

Smith (illness) returned to practice Thursday, Josh Tolentino of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday with a non-COVID-19-related illness, Smith was back in his customary role leading Eagles wide receivers in individual drills. Thursday's injury report will reveal how much work the rookie first-round pick was able to handle.

Dealing with non-COVID-19 illness

Smith was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report due to an illness.

Analysis: Fortunately for Smith's fantasy managers, the illness isn't related to COVID-19, per EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Smith has two sessions remaining this week to put the ailment behind him and ready himself for Sunday's road game against the Jets.

Underused Sunday

Smith caught two passes for 22 yards on four targets against the Giants on Sunday.

Analysis: Jalen Hurts struggled as a passer and took Smith down with him, yet both players should find a more welcoming matchup when the Eagles face the Jets in Week 13. Smith's disappointing numbers against the Giants mostly occurred because Hurts threw for only 129 yards and three interceptions on 31 attempts, but an outcome like that is far less likely versus New York.

Four grabs in win

Smith brought in four of six targets for 61 yards in the Eagles' 40-29 win over the Saints on Sunday.

Analysis: Smith narrowly missed out on a touchdown grab in the left corner of the end zone late in the first half when he couldn't quite come down inbounds, and he otherwise put together a solid but unspectacular day. The rookie's production continues to be somewhat capped by quarterback Jalen Hurts' overall limitations as a passer, but he's now eclipsed 60 receiving yards in four of the last five games. Smith's Week 12 matchup takes him to New York, where he'll face a Giants secondary that's been much…read more

Two more TDs in Sunday's win

Smith caught four of six targets for 66 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Broncos.

Analysis: After finding the end zone only once in his first eight NFL games, Smith has now scored three TDs in his last two contests while flashing some impressive chemistry with Jalen Hurts. The rookie wideout will look to continue his recent strong stretch of play in Week 11 against the Saints.

Full practice Thursday

Smith (elbow) practiced in full Thursday.

Analysis: After one session with a cap on his reps due to an elbow issue, Smith managed to log all individual and team work Thursday. With his health not in question, he's again poised to serve as the Eagles' No. 1 wide receiver Sunday against a Broncos defense that has allowed 162.8 total yards per game and nine touchdowns to the position in nine contests this season.

Limited with elbow injury

Smith was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to an elbow injury, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Smith should be able to play through the issue Sunday in Denver, after he submitted a 5-116-1 receiving line in the Eagles' Week 9 loss to the Chargers. He's locked in as Philly's top wide receiver by a wide margin, but there's some cause for concern with just nine targets over the past two weeks. The Eagles have quickly shifted from a pass-heavy to run-heavy approach, albeit with a lot of help from their matchups.

Big effort in loss

Smith caught five of six targets for 116 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: While the rookie didn't see big volume, Smith still put together a huge performance as the only receiving option of note for the Eagles. It's his second career game with 100-plus yards, while the TD was his first since Week 1. He'll look to keep building momentum in a Week 10 tilt against the Broncos.

Just three targets in win

Smith caught one of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 44-6 win over Detroit.

Analysis: Smith had just one target in the first half. The Eagles hardly needed to pass in the blowout and mostly played it safe when they did. With what should be a much more competitive Week 9 matchup with the Chargers, the rookie first-round pick should see a more customary allotment of targets.

Puts headache behind him

Smith (headache) was a full practice participant Thursday.

Analysis: Smith sat out Wednesday due to a headache, which ultimately wasn't serious, as indicated by his bump in activity level. With his status now not in question for Week 8, he'll prepare to face a Lions defense Sunday that has allowed an NFL-worst 10.8 yards per target to wide receivers this season.

Back at practice

Smith (headache) returned to practice Thursday,Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: A headache caused Smith to sit out Wednesday's session, but his return to practice Thursday suggests that the wideout is on track to play Sunday against the Lions. The Eagles' upcoming practice report will clarify whether Smith was limited or practiced fully Thursday.

Misses practice with headache

Smith missed Wednesday's practice with a headache, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: Smith likely will be viewed as day to day and should stand a good chance to rejoin practice by the end of the week. He gets an appealing Week 8 matchup with the Lions, though Philadelphia's passing game hasn't been much better than Detroit's pass defense in recent weeks.

Not at practice

Smith isn't present for the start of Wednesday's practice, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: The Eagles will release their first Week 8 injury report later Wednesday, when it will be known whether the wideout is dealing with an injury or absent from practice due to a personal issue or illness. Smith and the Eagles draw a friendly Week 8 road matchup with the Lions.

Five grabs against Raiders

Smith caught five of nine targets for 61 yards in Sunday's 33-22 loss to the Raiders.

Analysis: The rookie wideout led the Eagles in receptions and targets, although Dallas Goedert hauled in more yardage. Smith has caught at least five passes in three of the last four games as he continues to build chemistry with Jalen Hurts, which will give him some intriguing upside in Week 8 against a Lions secondary that just got carved up by Cooper Kupp.

Two catches in loss

Smith secured two of four targets for 31 yards in the Eagles' 28-22 loss to the Buccaneers on Thursday night.

Analysis: Despite the Buccaneers playing with a short-handed secondary that was further depleted when Richard Sherman was forced from the contest with a hamstring injury, Smith couldn't make a significant impact on a night when the entire Eagles passing attack underwhelmed. The speedy rookie did record his fourth catch of over 20 yards on the season, but his total tally on the night was a considerable disappointment after Smith had turned in a 14-199 effort on 19 targets over his previous two games.…read more

Fumbles in win

Smith caught seven of eight targets for 77 yards but lost a fumble in Sunday's 21-18 win over the Panthers. He also hauled in a successful two-point conversion.

Analysis: Smith saw a touchdown nullified in the first half and later lost the first fumble of his career, but he still rallied to prove influential in the Eagles' comeback victory. The rookie drew a pass-interference call in the end zone to set up a one-yard touchdown in the third quarter, then Smith caught a crucial two-point conversion to put the Eagles up three late. In the end, he led Philadelphia across the board in receiving, building on last week's seven-catch, 122-yard showing. With back-to-back…read more

First 100-yard game in Week 4 loss

Smith caught seven of 10 targets for 122 yards in Sunday's 42-30 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: Smith successfully created separation throughout the game against the struggling Chiefs defense. The 10th overall pick still made some rookie mistakes, including running a wrong route that almost led to a Jalen Hurts interception late in the first half, but there's no question that Smith has the talent to thrive in the NFL. Smith's 122 receiving yards in this one topped the 115 he had compiled over his first three games combined, and he'll look to build on this performance in Week 5 against the…read more

Slips on interception

Smith caught three of six targets for 28 yards in Monday night's 41-21 loss to the Cowboys.

Analysis: Smith had a long gain of 19 yards in the first half, but he opened the second by slipping on a target from quarterback Jalen Hurts, allowing college teammate Trevon Diggs to intercept the ball and run 59 yards for a touchdown. Despite the score getting lopsided at that point and the Eagles consequently being forced to pass, Smith still couldn't muster much production, failing to top 30 yards for the second straight week. The 10th overall pick in the 2021 draft will now strive for improvement in…read more

Makes little of seven targets

Smith recorded two receptions on seven targets for 16 yards in Sunday's Week 2 loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: Smith was the favorite target of Jalen Hurts, but the pair didn't find the same connection they showcased in Week 1. The Eagles' offense struggled overall, with Quez Watkins being the primary member of the offense to post notable production. While it's a positive that Smith remained the top target in the offense, his down performance highlights the volatility that the Eagles' offense could experience throughout the season.

Scores in regular-season debut

Smith secured six of eight targets for 71 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' 32-6 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

Analysis: The spectacular rookie paid immediate dividends in his regular-season debut, running under a pretty Jalen Hurts pass from 19 yards out in the first quarter for the Eagles' first points of the afternoon. Smith ultimately went on to co-lead the team in receptions while pacing the squad in both receiving yardage and targets, a highly encouraging sign for the apparently rapidly burgeoning connection between him and Hurts. Smith will look to build on the quick start to his career in a Week 2 home…read more

Unlikely to play preseason finale

Smith isn't in uniform ahead of Friday's preseason game at the Jets, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Analysis: Smith missed a good portion of training camp due to a sprained MCL, but he was able to suit up in the Eagles' second exhibition against the Patriots. Because Jalen Hurts was a late scratch due to an illness, Smith worked with backup QB Joe Flacco, gathering in two of four targets for 19 yards. With the preseason finale imminent, it appears coach Nick Sirianni will hold out the team's 2021 first-round pick after a deluge of rain hit MetLife Stadium prior to Friday's contest. Thus, Smith's next…read more

Pair of grabs in pro debut

Smith (knee) secured two of four targets for 19 yards in the Eagles' 35-0 preseason loss to the Patriots on Thursday night.

Analysis: The reigning Heisman Trophy winner just returned to team drills Tuesday after dealing with an MCL sprain and jumped into his first taste of NFL game action just 48 hours later. Smith didn't get an opportunity to work with Jalen Hurts, who was a late scratch due to an illness, but he was still able to benefit from playing with a very experienced signal-caller in Joe Flacco. Given he was able to suit up Thursday, Smith should have a chance to get some playing time with Hurts during the Eagles'…read more

Likely to play Thursday

Smith (knee) is in pads prior to Thursday's preseason game versus the Patriots, suggesting he'll make his pro debut, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: As John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia reported earlier Thursday, Smith is slated to "get some plays" after tending to an MCL sprain in his left knee for the bulk of training camp. Smith missed two and half weeks due to the injury, but he got back on the practice field Monday and was in team drills Tuesday, setting him up for an appearance Thursday. The 2021 10th overall pick will work with the first-team offense, as he did to kick off camp in late July.

On track for NFL debut Thursday

Smith (knee) is expected to "get some plays" in Thursday's preseason game against New England, John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: Smith missed two and a half weeks of practice after spraining the MCL in his left knee July 31. He just returned to practice this Monday, but a quick return to team drills (Tuesday) suggests the rookie wideout is feeling good. Prior to his injury, Smith had opened training camp on the first-string offense, with the Eagles leaving no doubt about where their expectations stand after trading up to take Smith at No. 10 overall in the 2021 draft.

Returning to team drills

Smith (knee) will get some reps in team drills Tuesday, and Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said the rookie could play in a game this preseason, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: Smith returned for a limited practice Monday after missing two and a half weeks with an MCL sprain. He'd have a better chance to play if the Eagles were facing the Patriots over the weekend instead of this Thursday, but Smith should at least have time to prepare for the preseason finale against the Jets on Aug. 27. Even if the Eagles do keep him out of the two exhibitions, reports from early training camp suggest Smith will be a Week 1 starter, as he was consistently working with the first unit…read more

Returns to limited practice

Smith (knee) is returning to practice Monday as a limited participant, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Smith is in pads and on the field, but he may be held out of 11-on-11s and/or contact work. He sprained the MCL in his left knee July 31, and a return to practice Monday puts him right in the middle of the timeline estimate (2-to-3 weeks). While an appearance in Thursday's preseason game against New England may be too ambitious, Smith has another shot to suit up when the Eagles face the Jets on Aug. 27 in their preseason finale. The 10th overall pick in this year's draft consistently was…read more

Progressing well

Smith has been upgraded to day-to-day as he continues to recover from an MCL sprain, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Smith actually was spotted stretching with the team and running sprints on the sidelines, so it was assumed the first-round pick would ultimately participate in Saturday's practice, but the Eagles continue to be cautious with their prized rookie. The reigning Heisman Trophy winner appears to be on track to return within the two- or three-week timetable that was suggested after Smith sprained his MCL at the start of training camp.

Out 2-3 weeks with MCL sprain

Smith (knee) is expected to miss two or three weeks of practice while he recovers from an MCL sprain, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: While MCL injuries typically come with longer recovery timelines, it sounds like Smith escaped with a minor sprain, as he walked off the field without much trouble and observed the remainder of Saturday's practice after hurting his knee. The Heisman winner hasn't practiced since and now figures to miss at least half of training camp, but it sounds like he still could play in the preseason. Smith opened camp working with the starters, so the Eagles don't seem inclined to waste time with…read more

Week-to-week with knee injury

Smith is considered week-to-week with a knee sprain, though the Eagles expect him back sooner than later, according to Bo Wulf of The Athletic.

Analysis: Smith suffered the injury Saturday and was held out of practice Monday. We might normally worry about a rookie falling behind and missing out on his chance to earn a role, but the Eagles don't have much else at wide receiver, and the other guys -- namely Jalen Reagor, Travis Fulgham and Quez Watkins -- also have been banged up during the early part of training camp. Smith, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner, has been working with the starting offense since the first day of camp, continuing to…read more

Absent to start week

Smith (leg) isn't practicing Monday, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: The rookie appeared to work as Philadelphia's No. 1 receiver during the first week of training camp, but it only took a few days before Smith joined fellow wideouts Jalen Reagor and Travis Fulgham on the injured list. Each of the three is dealing with a lower-body injury, and while none of the issues seems serious, they're all missing out on opportunities to build chemistry with second-year QB Jalen Hurts. Assuming he's back on the field within a few weeks, Smith should still be on track to…read more

Nursing leg injury

Smith exited Saturday's practice with a leg injury, Reuben Frank of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Analysis: The rookie first-round pick remained on the sideline and watched the rest of practice after suffering the injury, so it appears to be a minor issue. The Eagles have Sunday off before returning to practice Monday, so Smith will have a day to recover before potentially missing additional practice time.