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2024 Fantasy Stats
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Win, 18-10
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2@DEN
Win, 13-6
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3LAC
Win, 20-10
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Win, 32-13
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7NYJ
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8NYG
Win, 26-18
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Win, 28-27
5.00
11BAL
Win, 18-16
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12@CLE
Loss, 19-24
2.50
13@CIN
Win, 44-38
2.00
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Loss, 13-27
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17KC
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W 26-18
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10@WAS,
W 28-27
31---5.00
11BAL,
W 18-16
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12@CLE,
L 19-24
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13@CIN,
W 44-38
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14CLE,
W 27-14
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L 13-27
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  • Records sack in win

    Smith recorded three solo tackles, including 1.0 sacks and an additional tackle for a loss, in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Commanders.

    Analysis: The outside linebacker played Sunday after getting traded to the Steelers on Tuesday. Now, with Alex Highsmith dealing with a potentially serious ankle injury, Smith may be in line to see more snaps. The veteran had 19 tackles (six solo), including 2.5 sacks, in nine games with the Packers this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially active for Week 10

    Smith is active for Sunday's game against Washington, Dale Lolley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Despite being acquired at the trade deadline Tuesday, Smith appears to have picked up the Steelers' defensive playbook well enough to make his Pittsburgh debut Sunday. He'll rotate with T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith at outside linebacker, and Smith should see heavy usage immediately due to Nick Herbig (hamstring) being sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to make team debut

    Smith will make his debut with the Steelers on Sunday against the Commanders, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Smith was acquired by the Steelers from the Packers on Tuesday, and the 2015 second-round pick picked up the defensive playbook quickly enough for Pittsburgh to clear him to play. Across his nine appearances with Green Bay, Smith accumulated 19 tackles (six solo) and 2.5 sacks. With Nick Herbig (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday's game, Smith should be the top choice to rotate in at outside linebacker behind starters T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets moved to AFC North

    The Steelers acquired Smith from the Packers on Tuesday in exchange for a 2025 seventh-round draft pick, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith's snap share had dwindled to less than 50 percent in three of the last five games, and through nine contests, he accrued just 2.5 sacks on the season, so it's unsurprising that the Packers are opting to move on from the soon-to-be 32-year-old in favor of younger pass-rushing talent currently on the team. With the Steelers, Smith will work opposite standout T.J. Watt, which may open up more opportunities for him to get to opposing quarterbacks.

    Published: Tue, Nov 5 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Past illness

    Smith (illness) returned to practice Wednesday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith missed Tuesday's practice with an illness, but it appears he's already moved past the issue after returning to the field Wednesday. The 31-year-old outside linebacker has recorded eight-plus sacks in each of his last three seasons, and he's expected to remain a solid pass rusher in 2024.

    Published: Wed, Aug 21 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls ill

    Smith is being limited by an illness Tuesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The details of Smith's ailment are unknown at this point. It's not likely the veteran was planning on playing much during the Packers' preseason finale versus the Ravens on Saturday, but if he's absent, it could open up a few additional reps for 2023 first-rounder Lukas Van Ness.

    Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Restructures deal for cap purposes

    Smith and the Packers agreed to a restructured contract Wednesday, creating $2.4 million in cap room, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Smith has three years left on a four-year, $52 million extension he signed in 2022. The veteran edge rusher has at least eight sacks in four of his five seasons with Green Bay and started all 17 games in 2023 on his way to 48 tackles (28 solo), eight sacks and two forced fumbles.

    Published: Wed, Feb 28 at 6:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another productive season

    Smith stacked up 48 tackles (28 solo), 8.0 sacks, four passes defended and two fumble recoveries over 17 games in the 2023 regular season.

    Analysis: Smith played a little less than he did in 2022, but he still started every game and recorded at least 8.0 sacks for the fourth time in his five years with the Packers. He also added 1.5 sacks across the Packers' two playoff games. Green Bay could decide to move on from Smith over the offseason as he's due a $5.4 million roster bonus in March, but cutting him would incur a dead cap hit of nearly $14 million. The 31-year-old's consistent production might encourage the team to pursue a restructure…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 23 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go for divisional round

    Smith (ankle) does not carry an injury designation into Saturday's divisional-round contest versus the 49ers, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers official website reports.

    Analysis: Smith was considered a limited participant at the Packers' walkthrough Wednesday and he followed it up with a limited practice session Thursday, apparently doing enough to shed an injury designation for Saturday's game. The linebacker recorded a sack and a pass deflection in Green Bay's 48-32 win over the Cowboys in the wild-card round.

    Published: Thu, Jan 18 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Smith (ankle) was limited in Wednesday's walk-through practice.

    Analysis: Smith has been dealing with the ankle issue for a couple weeks but was able to play through it in the wild-card upset of the Cowboys last weekend. After being estimated as DNP Tuesday, Wednesday's limited session in the walk-through is a good sign for his Saturday availability against the 49ers.

    Published: Wed, Jan 17 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No listed activity Tuesday

    Smith (ankle) was listed as a DNP on Tuesday's estimated injury report, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith played through his ankle injury during Sunday's win at Dallas, so it's possible the Packers are just giving him extra rest. If he can manage a full practice Wednesday and/or Thursday, he could potentially shed his injury designation prior to Saturday's game in San Francisco.

    Published: Tue, Jan 16 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Sunday

    Smith (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Wes Hodklewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith has been hindered by an ankle injury over the last week or so, but it seems as if that issue won't stop him from suiting up in the Packers' wild-card affair. The veteran pass rusher has logged 41.5 sacks in his five-year tenure with Green Bay, and he'll look to cause problems for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys' offense Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Jan 12 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Begins week estimated as limited

    Smith (ankle) was estimated as limited at Wednesday's practice walkthrough.

    Analysis: Smith sat out a pair of practice sessions last week but was ultimately able to suit up for Sunday's win against Chicago. Barring any setbacks, it seems likely that he'll be able to take the field against Dallas in Sunday's wild-card contest. Smith recorded 2.5 sacks over the final three weeks of the campaign and finished with 8.0 sacks overall this season.

    Published: Wed, Jan 10 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play in key Week 18 game

    Smith (ankle) is active for Sunday's clash against Chicago.

    Analysis: Smith entered the weekend deemed questionable after sitting out the first two days of Week 18 prep before logging a limited session Friday. However, he'll be able to suit up against the Bears in a game Green Bay may need to win in order to qualify for the postseason. Smith's ability to play is a boost to the Packers' pass rush, as he ranks second on the team with 8.0 sacks on the campaign entering Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Smith could be trending towards playing in Sunday's affair, as he's gone from opening the Packers' week of practice with back-to-back DNPs to a limited session Friday. If the ninth-year pro is unable to suit up in Week 18, 2023 first-round pick Lukas Van Ness would likely shoulder an increased workload in Green Bay's outside linebacker corps.

    Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No go Thursday

    Smith (ankle) did not participate at the Packers' practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Smith has now opened the week with back-to-back absences, first at Wednesday's walkthrough and now at the team's first actual practice session Thursday due to an ankle injury. The linebacker will look to return to practice in some capacity Friday, after which he'll receive an official injury designation for Sunday's regular-season finale versus Chicago.

    Published: Thu, Jan 4 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unavailable Wednesday

    Smith (ankle) was considered a nonparticipant at the Packers' walkthrough Wednesday.

    Analysis: Smith popped up on the injury report to open the week with an ankle issue, but considering he played the entirety of the team's Week 17 win over the Vikings, it's likely something minor. The linebacker will look to dispel any concern about his availability for Sunday's massive contest with the Bears by practicing in full capacity at one of Green Bay's final two sessions this week.

    Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impactful sack in win

    Smith had one sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 33-10 win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Smith stripped Jaren Hall late in the second quarter on a sack, causing a fumble recovered by Karl Brooks, and it led to a Jordan Love 25-yard touchdown pass to Jayden Reed three plays later. Smith is now up to 8.0 sacks this season -- just a half-sack short of his 2022 total -- and is second on the team behind Rashan Gary in that category.

    Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in win over Panthers

    Smith notched three tackles (two solo) and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 33-30 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Smith was able to take advantage of Carolina's poor pass protection in the narrow Week 16 win, bringing his sack total to seven through 15 appearances on the season. Green Bay finishes the regular season with consecutive divisional matchups against the Vikings and Bears, both teams that have also proven vulnerable to an aggressive pass rush.

    Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sack streak continues

    Smith totaled five tackles (two solo), including two sacks, a forced fumble and a pass deflection in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Smith has now recorded a sack in three straight games, and his four sacks on the season are tied for second among Packers defenders. He is now on pace to surpass the 8.5 sacks he finished the 2022 campaign with.

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go vs. Vikings

    Smith (illness) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game versus Minnesota, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Despite missing practice Thursday with an illness, Smith will suit up for Green Bay in Week 8. The Vikings have run one of the most pass-happy offenses in recent memory this season, so Smith should see plenty of opportunities to rush the passer Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Thursday

    Smith (illness) sat out of practice Thursday after not being listed on the injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: The linebacker's status is now in doubt for Sunday's game against the Vikings, and he will likely need to return to practice Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend. Smith has started all six of the Packers' games this season and recorded 22 tackles, including two sacks, and five total quarterback hits.

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets second sack of season

    Smith recorded two tackles (one solo) including a sack in Sunday's 19-17 loss at the Broncos.

    Analysis: Smith recorded his second sack in as many games Sunday after failing to register one over the first four games of the campaign. He hasn't reached 10 sacks in a season since his first year with Green Bay in 2019, and it still doesn't look like that's going to change in 2023.

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs first sack

    Smith tallied three tackles (two solo), one sack and a pass deflected in the Packers' 17-13 loss to the Raiders in Week 5.

    Analysis: Smith's sack was his first of the season after he was shutout the first four games. His pass deflection was also his first. The edge-rusher is now up to 20 tackles (14 solo) on the year. He'll rest during the Week 6 bye and shift his attention to the Broncos the following week.

    Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Without a sack through four games

    Smith had five tackles (four solo) and one quarterback hit in Thursday's 34-20 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Smith's slow start continues. He has yet to record a sack in 2023 after notching at least 8.5 sacks in each of the previous two seasons. Perhaps age is starting to catch up to Smith, who will turn 31 in November.

    Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Adjusts contract

    Smith restructured his contract Saturday opening up close to $7 million in additional cap space for the Packers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Packers also restructured the contract of star cornerback Jaire Alexander, both necessary moves for the team to reach cap compliance. Smith was thought to be a potential cap casualty back in the pre-2021 offseason, but since then the 29-year-old pass rusher has tallied 17.5 sacks over the past two seasons and has become one of the team's most consistent pass rushers.

    Published: Sat, Feb 25 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies another sack in win

    Smith logged five tackles, one sack and one forced fumble in Sunday's 26-20 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: After registering two sacks in Week 15 against the Rams, Smith collected one more in the Christmas Day matchup versus Miami. The veteran pass rusher is now just two tackles away from setting a new career high in that department, and he'll have an opportunity to reach that mark come New Year's Day when the Packers host Minnesota.

    Published: Tue, Dec 27 at 5:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags two more sacks

    Smith had three tackles (two solo) and two sacks in Monday's 24-12 victory over the Rams.

    Analysis: Smith is coming on late in the season, recording a total of four sacks over his last four appearances. He needs 2.5 sacks over the final three weeks to reach double digits in the sack column for the first time since 2019 and just the second time in his career.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Collects 1.5 sacks Thursday

    Smith recorded five tackles (two solo) and 1.5 sacks during Thursday's 27-17 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Smith's 1.5 sacks Thursday mark the first time that the 30-year-old was able to get to the opposing team's quarterback since the Packers' Week 5 matchup against the Giants. Smith now has 36 tackles, five sacks and one pass defensed through Green Bay's first 11 games, and he'll look to remain one of the team's key defensive contributors in Week 12 versus Philadelphia.

    Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing in Week 9

    Smith (shoulder/neck) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Lions, Mike Spofford of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith was limited during practice all week with shoulder and neck issues, but he's since been cleared for action for Sunday's contest in Detroit. The veteran is slated to operate in his usual role as the Packers' starting outside linebacker in Week 9.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable Sunday

    Smith is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions due to shoulder and neck injuries, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith saw a fairly normal workload during last week's loss to the Bills but was limited at practice all week due to his shoulder and neck issues. If he's unable to suit up against Detroit, Jonathan Garvin and Kingsley Enagbare are candidates to see increased work.

    Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies two sacks

    Smith tallied seven tackles (four solo) and two sacks in Sunday's victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith tallied seven sacks over the Packers' final eight regular-season games in 2021, and although he did not bring down the quarterback in Week 1, he now has nine sacks -- to go along with 35 tackles (23 solo) -- over his last 10 chances.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signing four-year extension

    Smith and the Packers have reached agreement on a four-year contract extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Prior to the extension, Smith was scheduled for a $19.7 million cap hit in 2022, the final season of a four-year contract he signed in March 2019. With Smith coming back and the Packers facing a difficult cap situation, it didn't come as much of a surprise that the team moved on from fellow pass rusher Za'Darius Smith, who also was signed in March 2019. While Za'Darius was the more productive of the two in 2019 and 2020, he managed just one appearance in 2021 due to a back injury, which helped…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 14 at 6:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heading into final year of contract

    Smith racked up 38 tackles (25 solo), nine sacks, two pass breakups, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery across 16 games in 2021.

    Analysis: Smith has now recorded seven consecutive 16-game seasons, though he ended his ironman streak by sitting out Green Bay's Week 7 win over Washington. The 29-year-old is still under contract for 2022, but given that Smith is scheduled for nearly a $20 million cap hit, the Packers could approach him about restructuring his deal this offseason in order to remain on the roster.

    Published: Wed, Feb 9 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags another sack

    Smith registered four tackles (three solo), a sack and a pass deflection in Sunday's 37-10 victory over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Smith totaled just two sacks over his first eight appearances of the season, but he has picked up the pace in a big way since, taking down the quarterback seven times over his last seven games. Smith's nine sacks are the second most he has recorded in his seven NFL seasons and are more than double the 4.0 sacks he tallied in 2020.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies two more sacks

    Smith recorded four tackles (three solo), tallied two sacks and forced a fumble in Sunday's 45-30 victory over the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith registered both his first multi-sack effort and first forced fumble of the season in the Packers' Week 11 loss to the Vikings, and he repeated that performance just two games later. Smith is now up to 7.0 sacks on the season, with five of those coming over the last four games he appeared in.

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stacks up two sacks

    Smith made six tackles (four solo), recorded two sacks and forced a fumble in Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: The Packers needed Smith to step up with fellow pass rusher Rashan Gary (elbow) sideline and he delivered, recording multiple sacks in a game for the first time this season. Smith has just 21 tackles (13 solo) in his 10 appearances this season, but he does have 5.0 sacks, which are one more than he recorded in 16 games during the previous campaign.

    Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Thursday

    Smith (oblique) is active for Thursday's game at Arizona.

    Analysis: Smith sat out Sunday's win against Washington -- which was the first missed game of his seven-year career -- but he's ready to play Thursday in the desert. The 29-year-old has 13 tackles (eight solo) and two sacks through six games this season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for TNF

    Smith (oblique) has been listed as questionable to play versus the Cardinals on Thursday Night Football.

    Analysis: The linebacker was inactive last week versus Washington, snapping a 102-game streak of being active prior. He logged a limited practice Wednesday, likely setting him up to be a game-time decision Thursday. If he can't play, the recently signed Whitney Mercilus could play a big role at outside linebacker versus Arizona.

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won' t play Sunday

    Smith (oblique) is inactive for Sunday's game against Washington.

    Analysis: Smith was considered a game-time decision and won't be available against his former team, which will be the first missed game of his seven-year NFL career (a span of 102 games). Whitney Mercilus -- who signed with the Packers on Thursday -- may see significant snaps in his team debut, while Jonathan Garvin and Ladarius Hamilton could also have increased roles.

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Consecutive games streak in doubt

    Smith (oblique) is questionable for Sunday's game against Washington, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith missed practice Wednesday and Thursday but was able to return for Friday's practice after sustaining the oblique injury in the second half of last week's win over the Bears. He has appeared in all 102 regular-season games since entering the NFL, which is the longest active streak of appearances among outside linebackers. Smith's a game-time decision, so that streak's in danger of coming to an end.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Might not return Sunday

    Smith (oblique) is questionable to return Sunday against the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith left the game in the second half, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to get back into this divisional matchup. If he can't go, the Packers would suffer a big blow to their secondary. Jonathan Garvin and Ladarius Hamilton will replace Smith if he doesn't reenter the contest.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records full practice

    Smith (shoulder) was listed as a full participant in the Packers' practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith injured his shoulder in Week 4 against the Steelers, and the severity of the injury was uncertain after the game. It seems the injury isn't too serious and Smith should be able to play in Week 5 against the Bengals. If Smith is unable to suit up Sunday, expect Chauncey Rivers and Jonathan Garvin to see increased snaps.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 7:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return Sunday

    Smith (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Smith injured his shoulder making a tackle on the first drive of the game. The Packers are already without Za'Darius Smith (back), so it would be a big blow to their defense if Smith is unable to return. Chauncey Rivers and Jonathan Garvin will likely both see increased snaps in Smith's absence.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First sack this season

    Smith tallied four tackles (three solo) and a sack in Sunday's 30-28 victory over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Smith was shut out in the Week 2 box score despite playing 82 percent of the defensive snaps, but he bounced back Sunday, recording his first sack of the season and adding a tackle for loss. He and teammate Rashan Gary will be counted on to lead the Packers' pass rush in the absence of fellow edge defender Za'Darius Smith.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 11:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from injury report

    Smith (head) has been removed from the Packers' injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Saints, Wes Hodkiewicz of the team's official website repots.

    Analysis: Smith missed Thursday's practice due to a minor head injury. It looks like the team was just erring on the side of caution with his absence. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his projected role as starting edge rusher opposite Za'Darius Smith (back) with Rashan Gary rotating in.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with minor injury

    Smith missed practice Thursday due to a minor head laceration, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith's head injury isn't concussion-related, and the injury is viewed as minor. While this development isn't expected to affect Smith's availability for Sunday's season opener against the Saints, it would still be nice to see him return to practice Friday, for peace of mind if nothing else.

    Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Restructures deal

    Smith and the Packers have restructured his contract in order to lower the team's salary cap number, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith has agreed to a pay cut that will reduce his base salary to $1 million, while he'll also receive a $6.5 million signing bonus to go along with the opportunity to earn $4.4 million back in incentives. He only tallied four sacks in 2020 in what was ultimately seen as a disapointing season. As a result, he was seen as a potential release candidate for the Packers. Instead, he worked with the team and will presumably go into 2021 competing for playing time on the edge with Rashan Gary…read more

    Published: Sat, Mar 13 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns fumble for TD

    Smith had three tackles (two solo), a sack and he returned a fumble for a touchdown during Sunday's 41-25 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: This season has been a struggle for the 28-year-old, so it was a welcome sight to see him pick up a sack and a scoop-and-score during Sunday's divisional matchup. Smith has only 2.5 sacks through 11 games this season, though two of those sacks have come within the past three games.

    Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Smith (shoulder) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: Smith suffered the injury during last week's loss to the Buccaneers, but will suit up after practicing on a limited basis throughout the week. With the veteran ready to play, he's expected to handle his usual starting role at linebacker.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Smith (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Texans.

    Analysis: This injury may have popped up in Week 6 against the Buccaneers as Smith played a season-low 66 percent of the team's defensive snaps. He was limited in practice all week, though, so there is optimism that he'll suit up in Sunday's contest. Rashan Gary likely would start at outside linebacker if Smith were to be ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets to QB in win

    Smith recorded three tackles and 0.5 sacks in Sunday's 42-21 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Smith got to the QB for the first time this season, although he notched just a half sack. While he's still logging starting reps -- he played 93 percent of snaps -- Za'Darius Smith and Rashan Gary have been more effective pass rushers, combining for 3.5 sacks thus far. Preston is due for a positive bump at some point after racking up 12 sacks in 2019, but Week 3 against the Saints will be tough, as Drew Brees has been sacked just once this season.

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Piles up 12 sacks in 2019

    Smith, who recorded two sacks over two playoff games, recorded 56 tackles, 12 sacks and four pass breakups over 16 regular-season contests in 2019.

    Analysis: The Packers got immediate return after making a splash in free agency to sign Za'Darius and Preston Smith. The two tormented opponents this year, ranking sixth and eighth in the league, respectively, in sacks. Both are under contract for another three seasons, so they're just getting started in the NFC North.

    Published: Mon, Jan 20 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury designation

    Smith (ankle) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's NFC Championship Game in San Francisco, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith practiced in a limited capacity all week, but it was enough to avoid a designation following him into the weekend, when he'll look to make an impact via his pass-rushing prowess.

    Published: Fri, Jan 17 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ankle injury lingers

    Smith was limited in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Smith's practice reps were also capped leading into the divisional-round win over Seattle, but the injury didn't stop him from generating two sacks and two solo tackles. The dangerous pass rusher will have two more chances to upgrade his activity prior to Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the 49ers.

    Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes big play in victory

    Smith had two sacks in Sunday's divisional-round win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Smith was slowed by an ankle injury last week at practice, but he was not affected Sunday, getting to Russell Wilson twice, including on Seattle's final offensive play of the game.

    Published: Mon, Jan 13 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for divisional round

    Smith (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's divisional-round contest versus the Seahawks, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Packers capped Smith's practice reps this week due to an ankle issue, but it won't stop him from suiting up Sunday. As the owner of 12 regular-season sacks , he'll be looking to bring down Russell Wilson versus a front that gave up the ninth-most sacks (three per game) in 2019.

    Published: Fri, Jan 10 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Battling ankle injury

    Smith (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Smith isn't full speed for the team's first official postseason practice, and it'll be worth keeping an eye on his status leading up to Sunday's divisional-round matchup versus the Seahawks. The 27-year-old outside linebacker has racked up 12 sacks this season, and his pass-rushing prowess will be necessary to contain the elusive Russell Wilson. He'll have two more practices to get back to full speed.

    Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Half a sack on Monday night

    Smith had three tackles and half of a sack during Monday's victory over the Vikings.

    Analysis: While it was the other Smith on the Packers who stole the show Monday, Smith seemingly played well all game and was able to help his counterpart, Za'Darius Smith, take down Kirk Cousins on one occasion. The duo will possibly have an even easier matchup in Sunday's season finale against a reeling Lions team that will again be trotting out backup-caliber quarterback David Blough.

    Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No sacks in win

    Smith made five tackles -- one for a loss -- in Sunday's 21-13 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Smith notched 1.5 sacks in the season opener against the Bears, but they contained him better in this outing. The fifth-year linebacker will look to keep building on his career-best 11.5 sacks in Week 16's clash against the Vikings.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another sack in win

    Smith was credited with two solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's win over the Redskins.

    Analysis: With 11.5 sacks on the season, Smith now sits sixth on the NFL sack leaders list. He's registered at least half a sack in eight of his 13 games this season.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Contributes to shared sack Sunday

    Smith recorded three tackles (one solo) and a half-sack in Sunday's 37-8 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Smith has racked up 3.5 sacks over the Packers' last three contests, already amassing a career-high 10.5 sacks in his first season with Green Bay. A favorable matchup awaits in Week 13 against a Giants offensive line that has struggled against the pass rush, ceding 35 sacks to opposing defenses through Week 12.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 5:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sack machine Sunday

    Smith made six tackles (five solo) and two sacks in Sunday's 24-18 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Smith's fantastic season rolled on Sunday, as he's now up to 41 tackles, 10 sacks and an interception through 10 games this year. He and Za'Darius Smith have now accounted for 18.5 sacks, combining for one of the fiercest pass rushes in the league. They'll get a tougher matchup in Week 12, however, as the Packers head to the West Coast to take on the 49ers following their bye week.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Matches career high

    Smith posted seven tackles (five solo) and a sack in Sunday's 26-11 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: This was Smith's best tackling performance of the year, and he's now matched a career high of eight sacks through just nine games. Preston and Za'Darius Smith have combined to serve one of the most dynamic pass-rushing duos in the league, accounting for 16.5 of the team's 22 sacks and both slotting in the top eight leaguewide.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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