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@PHI: #19 vs opposing QB - 18.79 FPA
Bye Week8Rank39% Rostered1.9% Change-WK 16 Pts0.00WK 17 Pts10.48
2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1PHI
Win, 27-17
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2@ARI
Loss, 15-30
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3@CLE
Loss, 20-34
------------0.00
4BAL
Loss, 17-31
------------0.00
5LA
Loss, 10-30
37--1--------1.58
6@NYG
Loss, 19-20
------------0.00
7DAL
Win, 25-3
------------0.00
8Bye  ------------0.00
9NYG
Loss, 20-23
32513---------11.00
10@DET
Loss, 27-30
390--4--------16.00
11CIN
Win, 20-9
16611-3--------8.34
12@DAL
Win, 41-16
149111--------8.06
13@PIT
Win, 23-17
2961----------15.84
14@SF
Win, 23-15
57-1---------0.28
15SEA
Loss, 15-20
------------0.00
16CAR
Loss, 13-20
------------0.00
17@PHI
Win, 20-14
16222---------10.48
2020 Fantasy Stats
  PassingRushingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDIntYdsTDLostPts
1PHI,
W 27-17
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2@ARI,
L 15-30
------0.00
3@CLE,
L 20-34
------0.00
4BAL,
L 17-31
------0.00
5LA,
L 10-30
37--1--1.58
6@NYG,
L 19-20
------0.00
7DAL,
W 25-3
------0.00
8Bye------0.00
9NYG,
L 20-23
32513---11.00
10@DET,
L 27-30
390--4--16.00
11CIN,
W 20-9
16611-3--8.34
12@DAL,
W 41-16
149111--8.06
13@PIT,
W 23-17
2961----15.84
14@SF,
W 23-15
57-1---0.28
15SEA,
L 15-20
------0.00
16CAR,
L 13-20
------0.00
17@PHI,
W 20-14
16222---10.48
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News

  • Released by Washington

    Smith (calf) was officially released by Washington on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 36-year-old didn't have much of a trade market with two years remaining on the four-year, $94 million extension he signed in 2018, so it was only a matter of time before he was cut by Washington. Smith still believes he can continue playing in the NFL but also indicated he may consider retirement. He earned Comeback Player of the Year honors after completing 67 percent of his passes for 1,582 yards with six touchdowns and eight interceptions in eight games during 2020.

    Published: Fri, Mar 5 at 6:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done in Washington

    The Washington Football Team is expected to "part ways" with Smith (calf) in the coming days, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith presumably will be released, as he isn't likely to have any trade value with two seasons remaining on a four-year, $94 million extension. Any trade would require the 36-year-old QB to take a pay cut, and even then he'd probably be looking at a backup job or a slim shot to win a starting role. Smith recently expressed confidence in his ability to continue playing in the NFL, but he might consider retirement if he's released by Washington and can't find another opportunity to his liking.

    Published: Mon, Mar 1 at 7:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unsure about NFL future

    Smith believes he can still play in the NFL, but he still hasn't made a final decision on continuing his career, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Smith was the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year in 2020, returning from a devastating leg injury to make six starts for Washington. He won five of those games en route to a playoff berth, but Smith also made a lot of mistakes -- including eight interceptions -- and missed the end of the season with a calf injury. He has two years remaining on his contract, but he might need to accept a pay cut to stay in Washington, as the team can free up approximately $14.7 million in cap space if Smith is…read more

    Published: Tue, Feb 23 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plans to mull playing future

    Smith, who missed Saturday's wild-card loss to the Buccaneers due to a strained right calf muscle, has yet to make a decision on whether he plans to continue his playing career, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The report notes that the veteran a QB plans to take some time this offseason before making a call on his career plans. After suffering a devastating leg injury in November 2018, Smith -- who has two more years left on his contract -- beat the odds and made it back to Washington's lineup this past season, starting six games. With the franchise already having moved on from 2019 first-rounder Dwayne Haskins, the team's QB situation remains fluid, with its plans for Taylor Heinicke and Kyle Allen…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out Saturday

    Smith (calf) is inactive for Saturday's wild-card game against the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post

    Analysis: Smith entered the weekend as questionable to play, but his right hamstring continues to be bothersome and won't allow him to suit up, resulting in his third absence over the last four contests. In Smith's stead, Taylor Heinicke will direct Washington's offense.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to be active

    Smith (calf) is not expected to be active for Saturday's wild-card contest against the Buccaneers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The report made sure to suggest it wasn't a pain tolerance issue, more so the expected game plan could not be functionally run with a limited Smith under center. As a result, expect Taylor Heinicke to get the start with Steven Montez set to back up the 27-year-old signal caller.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status trending downward

    Smith (calf) will be evaluated Saturday morning but appears to be trending in the wrong direction to suit up for the wild-card game against the Buccaneers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It's unclear if Washington will make the call on its quarterback situation closer to the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff or earlier Saturday, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see Smith sit considering the veteran handled very few practice reps throughout the week. Instead, Taylor Heinicke, whom coach Ron Rivera suggested could be part of a quarterback rotation even if Smith was healthy enough to play, could get the start for Washington.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 7:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Status in question for Saturday

    Smith (calf) is listed as questionable for Saturday's wild-card game against the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Smith didn't handle many reps in practice this week, instead taking a back seat to backup Taylor Heinicke. Earlier this week, coach Ron Rivera mentioned the potential for a quarterback rotation Saturday, and he also called Smith "a little bit sore," per Jhabvala. Smith seems poised to play through a balky right calf this weekend, but whether he can handle a full allotment of snaps remains to be seen.

    Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to limited participation

    Smith (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The activity level is an upgrade from Tuesday, when Smith was listed as a non-participant on Washington's estimated practice report. Smith will likely get another start in the wild-card round this weekend against Tampa after he returned for Week 17, but coach Ron Rivera suggested Tuesday that Taylor Heinicke could also get some snaps at quarterback. Smith struggled in the Week 17 win over Philadelphia, throwing a pair of interceptions while displaying little-to-no mobility while he managed the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Managing calf injury

    Smith (calf) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Per JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington, Smith did some stretching during Tuesday's walk-through, but it's no surprise that the veteran signal caller is on Washington's initial injury report in advance of Saturday's playoff opener against the Buccaneers, given that he's been dealing with a strained calf of late. With that context in mind, ESPN's John Keim relays that coach Ron Rivera hasn't ruled out the possibility that Taylor Heinicke could mix in with Smith at QB this weekend.

    Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be part of QB rotation

    Head coach Ron Rivera said that Washington "definitely has to look at" using Smith (calf) as part of a rotation at quarterback with Taylor Heinicke in Saturday's wild-card game versus Tampa Bay, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After missing two straight games with a right calf strain, Smith returned to play every snap in the Football Team's Week 17 win over the Eagles, completing 22 of 32 attempts for 169 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions along the way. While Smith isn't believed to have suffered a setback in the contest, it was apparent that the veteran was still operating at well below 100 percent in the regular-season finale. Rivera noted that the idea of rotating Heinicke in at quarterback may…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team to inspirational victory

    Smith completed 22 of 32 pass attempts for 162 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's playoff-clinching win over Philadelphia.

    Analysis: If you thought Smith's miraculous comeback in 2020 couldn't get anymore story-like, he returned from injury in the last game of the regular season to lead a leader-less Washington Football Team to both a victory and a playoff berth. The 36-year-old completed 67 percent of his passes for 1,582 yards, six touchdowns and eight interceptions over eight contests in his first action since suffering a gruesome leg injury back in 2018. Smith's play this year will stick with Washington fans and football…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 12:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday, as expected

    Smith (calf) is active for Sunday's game at Philadelphia, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Sal Paolantonio of ESPN reported earlier Sunday that Ron Rivera said Smith was cleared to suit up and start despite his balky right hamstring, and indeed that has come to pass. If Washington pulls off a win, it officially takes the NFC East, so Smith likely will do everything in his power to gut it out Week 17.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to make Week 17 start

    Washington head coach Ron Rivera said Smith (calf) has been cleared to start Sunday's game against the Eagles, Sal Paolantonio of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Though Smith remains listed as questionable for the contest, he's expected to avoid the inactive list and take back the reins of the Washington offense after his strained right calf prevented him from suiting up in the Football Team's last two games, both of which were losses. Smith managed only two limited practices this week, but Washington came away encouraged enough with his health and has every expectation that he'll be able to play a full game. Taylor Heinicke will serve as the backup and…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to start Sunday

    Smith (calf) is expected to start Sunday's game against the Eagles, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith's calf feels right after back-to-back limited practices to finish the week. The veteran quarterback will be evaluated one more time Sunday morning, but he's expected to be ready to start in the must-win game. If Smith suffers an unexpected setback, Taylor Heinicke is slated to start under center while Steven Montez would serve as the backup.

    Published: Sat, Jan 2 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday night

    Smith (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, with head coach Ron Rivera saying that the team will need to see how the quarterback feels Saturday before rendering a verdict on his status, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Rivera said Smith looked good at practice Friday, when he was a limited participant for a second straight day. The veteran signal-caller has given himself a shot to play, but the coaching staff doesn't seem fully convinced he'll be ready to go this weekend, as quarterback Steven Montez is being brought up from the practice squad to provide depth behind Smith and Taylor Heinicke. It'll be Heinicke making the Week 17 start if Smith isn't able to play in Sunday's must-win game, which kicks off at…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing Friday

    Smith (calf) is taking part in practice Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Pellisero says Smith will ramp up his activity level, testing out his calf in advance of Sunday's matchup with the Eagles. The veteran quarterback was a limited practice participant Thursday, and he seems likely to be listed as questionable when Washington releases its final Week 17 injury report later Friday.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially limited Thursday

    Smith (calf) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: For the first time since straining his right calf Week 14, Smith took part in the team stretch and also handled some reps with the first-team offense, per JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington. After the session, coach Ron Rivera noted Smith's activity level Friday could be tied to whether Washington practices outdoors or indoors due to the weather, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. Rivera seems to be implying that even if Smith reverts to a non-participant Friday, it may not…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Works on side field Wednesday

    Smith (calf) didn't participate in practice Wednesday, instead performing mobility drills on the side, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: In the wake of Washington parting ways with Dwayne Haskins on Monday, head coach Ron Rivera will need to make a decision regarding the starting quarterback Week 17 with a playoff berth on the line. Rivera expressed optimism earlier this week that Smith will be available Sunday at Philadelphia, telling Fortier that the veteran signal-caller "was very close last week" before ultimately being inactive Week 16. Smith's lack of on-field work this week isn't a great way to kick off preparation for…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Optimism for Week 17

    Coach Ron Rivera said Monday that he's optimistic Smith (calf) will be available against the Eagles in Week 17, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Smith was forced to sit out last weekend's 20-13 loss to the Panthers due to a calf strain, but Rivera said he was "very close" to playing. Dwayne Haskins was inefficient enough under center that Taylor Heinicke will start Sunday's must-win road game against the Eagles if Smith can't go, per Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 7:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out again Sunday

    Smith (calf) is inactive for Sunday's contest versus the Panthers, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Washington subjected Smith to a workout this weekend and didn't consider his strained right calf ready to hold up to the rigors of game action. As a result, he'll miss a second straight outing as Dwayne Haskins gets another spot start at quarterback.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't start Week 16

    Washington will deploy Dwayne Haskins as its starting quarterback Sunday against the Panthers with Smith (calf) expected to be inactive for the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Football Team was optimistic Smith would put an end to a one-game absence after he practiced fully Friday, but his strained right calf apparently didn't respond to the workout as well as Washington hoped. After re-evaluating Smith on Sunday, the team determined that it was best to give him another week off and hand Haskins a second straight start. Per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post, Smith won't be available as an emergency backup, as the Football Team instead plans to have both…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in wrong direction Week 16

    Smith (calf) -- who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers -- hasn't been ruled out from making the start for Washington, but the team continues to have concern that the quarterback will be able to do "everything he needs to do to be effective," Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Washington listed Smith as a limited participant in its first two practices of Week 16, but Dwayne Haskins took all the starter's reps through Thursday until the former participated fully in Friday's session. Despite the uptick in Smith's activity, Washington apparently isn't convinced that he's fit to play Week 16, a worrying sign as Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff approaches. Expect Washington to put Smith through another workout Sunday before a decision on his status is made, but even if the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Iffy for Sunday

    Smith (calf) will be examined early Sunday, but "optimism is waning" for the quarterback to receive the starting nod ahead of Washington's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff versus the Panthers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith took a questionable tag into the weekend after putting in a full practice Friday, but his strained right calf apparently still hasn't fully healed, leaving Washington concerned he won't be ready to play Week 16. In the event that Smith is inactive Sunday or limited to emergency backup duty, Dwayne Haskins would be in line to start at quarterback for the second week in a row.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 4:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to face Panthers

    Smith (calf) was a full participant in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post confirms Smith took the majority of first-team reps in practice Friday, increasing his participation after limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday. The veteran quarterback could still be a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's kickoff, and he would likely be playing without top target Terry McLaurin (ankle), who is listed as doubtful. Dwayne Haskins will get another start under center if the team decides Smith isn't ready.

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Smith (calf) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After throwing with team trainers on the side Wednesday, Smith progressed to tossing passes to receivers during individual drills one day later. Despite the apparent increase in reps, Washington deemed him 'limited' for a second straight session. Afterward, coach Ron Rivera called the Football Team's quarterback situation "jumbled up," and he may wait until Sunday to make a decision between Smith and Dwayne Haskins -- who has taken the first-team reps this week -- for the start at QB, according…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Increases activity Thursday

    Smith (calf) threw passes to receivers during individual drills Thursday, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith has progressed from merely throwing with the training staff Wednesday, when Washington listed him as a limited participant. Clearly, he's increasing his workload, but his activity level won't be known until the release of Thursday's injury report. Meanwhile, Dwayne Haskins continued to work with the first-team offense, and Adam Schefter of ESPN indicated that the younger signal-caller seems to be trending toward the start Sunday against the Panthers.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 'limited' tag

    Smith (calf) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: During the portion of the session open to the media, Smith didn't take part in any drills, instead throwing on the side, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. In the end, Smith did enough to be termed a limited participant, but Dwayne Haskins still took the first-team reps. Haskins appears to be in the clear after social-media posts recently surfaced that revealed the quarterback broke COVID-19 protocols by visiting a nightclub. Even so, Washington seemingly prefers to go with…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws on side field Wednesday

    Smith (calf) threw on the side at Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Considering his lack of on-field reps with Washington's main group, Smith seems destined to be termed a non-participant on the team's first Week 16 injury report. His absence allowed Dwayne Haskins to work with the first-team offense, just days removed from violating COVID-19 protocols by visiting a nightclub. According to Jhabvala, Washington and the NFL worked out a plan for Haskins to practice and otherwise attend team meetings via Zoom this week. Smith is considered day-to-day with the hope…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Team hoping for Week 16 return

    Washington views Smith (calf) as day-to-day, and the team is maintaining optimism the quarterback can practice in some capacity this week and play Sunday against the Panthers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After straining his right calf in the Week 14 win over the 49ers, Smith logged no practice participation last week before being ruled out ahead of Washington's loss to the Seahawks. Dwayne Haskins started in Smith's stead, throwing two interceptions while failing to clear 300 passing yards despite 55 attempts. On the heels of Haskins' unimpressive showing, the Football Team would ideally like to have Smith back for a critical Week 16 matchup with the Panthers as they push for a division title,…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play this week

    Smith (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Seattle, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Smith was removed from last week's win over the 49ers with the strained right calf and didn't take part in practices this week. Dwayne Haskins will step in to make his fifth start of the season, while Steven Montez or Taylor Heinicke will be called up from the practice squad to serve as the backup quarterback.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Watching Haskins at practice

    Smith (calf) is merely observing the media-access portion of Friday's practice, while Dwayne Haskins is taking all the reps at quarterback, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: An earlier report suggested Smith would attempt to practice, but he looks set to go down as a non-participant for he third day in a row. Head coach Ron Rivera previously said Smith could play in Sunday's game against the Seahawks even if he misses the entire week of practice, so Washington's quarterback situation won't necessarily be resolved by the end of Friday's session.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could practice Friday

    Smith (calf) will attempt to practice in some capacity Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The 36-year-old didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, but Washington has held out hope he'll still be able to play through the right calf strain this weekend. Practice participation isn't a prerequisite for Smith to start Sunday against the Seahawks, but it would certainly bring some stability to his outlook if he's able to take the field Friday. Dwayne Haskins is ready to step in for Washington should Smith be inactive Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 7:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Thursday

    Smith (calf) won't take part in practice Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: On Wednesday, coach Ron Rivera told Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site that Smith is a candidate to start Sunday against the Seahawks, even if he's unable to get any on-field reps this week. So far, that's been the case for Smith, but he is expected to increase his conditioning Thursday to see how his strained right calf holds up. In the meantime, Dwayne Haskins will continue to work with the first-team offense.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could start without practicing

    Coach Ron Rivera said Smith (calf) could start Sunday's game against the Seahawks even if he doesn't practice this week, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith was an observer at Wednesday's practice while Dwayne Haskins took all the first-team reps. The veteran's chances to play Sunday would certainly increase if he practices Thursday and/or Friday, but that apparently isn't a prerequisite for him potentially playing through a right calf strain this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out individual drills

    Smith (calf) didn't participate in individual drills Wednesday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Smith was forced out of Washington's Week 14 win against the 49ers near the end of the second quarter and didn't return. Coach Ron Rivera later said Smith was dealing with tightness and soreness in his right leg, which was later clarified to be a calf strain. Considering his lack of activity so far, Smith seems destined to go down as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice report. In Smith's place, Dwayne Haskins handled first-team reps.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 10:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Decent chance to play Sunday

    Washington is "optimistic" Smith (calf) will suit up Sunday against the Seahawks, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Smith is tending to a calf strain, which forced him from Week 14 action just before halftime. Afterward, coach Ron Rivera told Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site that Smith experienced tightness and muscle soreness when he attempted to push off using his right leg, but he was available to return in the event something befell backup Dwayne Haskins. Washington will limit Smith's practice reps this week in the hopes that he'll be able to go Sunday.

    Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury not major

    Coach Ron Rivera said after Sunday's win over San Francisco that Smith (calf) was removed from the game for precautionary reasons due to muscle soreness, and the quarterback was available to go back in if something happened to backup Dwayne Haskins, Kyle Stackpole of the Washington Football Team's official site reports.

    Analysis: X-rays on Smith's leg didn't reveal any damage besides the tightness and muscle soreness, so the veteran will likely be available to start Washington's Week 15 matchup against Seattle barring any setbacks in practice this week. Haskins struggled after Smith's departure as Washington leaned on its defense and running game to secure the win, so Smith should remain the starter when healthy for a team that now sits alone atop the NFC East standings.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with leg injury

    Smith left Sunday's game against the 49ers due to a leg injury, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: As the contest drew close to halftime, Smith was seen with a heating pad on his lower right leg, which is the same one that experienced a gruesome injury back in 2018. He eventually went to the locker room and was deemed questionable to return. If Smith is unable to do so, Dwayne Haskins will lead Washington's offense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team to surprise win

    Smith completed 31 of 46 passes for 296 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 23-17 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Smith led Washington to victory over the previously unbeaten Steelers without much help from top tailback Antonio Gibson or top wideout Terry McLaurin. While Gibson exited in the first quarter with a knee injury, McLaurin caught just two passes for 14 yards. Still, Smith got three of his options to at least 70 yards, with tight end Logan Thomas leading the way. With no turnovers either, it was a steady showing, giving Smith decent momentum ahead of Week 14's game against his former team, the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet performance in big win

    Smith completed 19 of 26 passes for 149 yards and a touchdown with an interception in Thursday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: With Antonio Gibson running for three TDs and the defense adding one of its own courtesy a Montez Sweat pick-six, there wasn't a whole lot for Smith to do on the afternoon. The veteran QB did connect with Logan Thomas on a five-yard score late in the second quarter, putting Washington in the lead for good. Smith, and the entire Washington offense, face a much tougher opponent in Week 13's road clash with the undefeated Steelers.

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest yardage total in win

    Smith completed 17 of 25 passes for 166 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 20-9 win over Cincinnati. He also had minus-3 yards on three rushing attempts.

    Analysis: After throwing for a career-high 390 yards last week, Smith struggled mightily in the first half, with just 80 yards and an interception en route to a 9-7 deficit. He bounced back with a three-yard touchdown pass to Steven Sims to take a 14-9 lead in the third quarter, then relied on the running game and defense to close things out against a Bengals team that didn't put up much resistance after losing starting quarterback Joe Burrow to a season-ending knee injury. Smith was making just his…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sets career high in passing yards

    Smith completed 38 of 55 pass attempts for 390 yards while carrying two times for four yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Smith completed 69 percent of his pass attempts and spread the ball around to eight different receivers as he set a new career high in passing yardage. He could've had a better day from a fantasy perspective, but he watched as the running backs accounted for three touchdowns in the red zone. Smith helped bring his team all the way back from a 14-point halftime deficit and appeared poised to add to his numbers in overtime, only for the Lions to win in regulation on a last-second field goal. The…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inserted into starting role

    Smith went 24-for-32 passing with 325 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Smith was inserted into the starting role after Kyle Allen suffered an ankle injury at the tail end of the first quarter, and he was capable of keeping his team in the game until the final offensive drive despite three giveaways. The first came on Washington's final drive of the second quarter, as Smith was intercepted by Blake Martinez after J.D. McKissic fell down while running his route. The final two turnovers from Smith came in crunch time, as he tossed INTs at the 2:18 and 1:15 marks of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes long-awaited return

    Smith took over for Kyle Allen (arm) at the two-minute warning in the first half and completed nine of 17 passes for 37 yards in the Washington Football Team's 30-10 loss to the Rams on Sunday. He also rushed once for one yard.

    Analysis: The veteran quarterback saw his first action since Nov. 18, 2018 after overcoming a gruesome leg injury that nearly ended his career, with his presence on the field one of the few bright spots in the double-digit loss for the Football Team. Smith had been elevated to the No. 2 role behind Allen for the contest, and he was unexpectedly thrust into action after the latter took a serious sideline hit from the Rams' Jalen Ramsey just before halftime. While it was a nice story for Smith to get back…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for Week 5

    Smith is active as Washington's No. 2 quarterback behind starter Kyle Allen in Sunday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: As was expected to be the case after Dwayne Haskins was demoted from the starting role to third string earlier this week, Smith will move up a spot on the depth chart and dress for the first time since he suffered a major leg injury in a Nov. 18, 2018 game against the Texans. While Smith is presumably still looking to get back to full speed nearly two years removed from the traumatic injury, Washington apparently has been pleased with how the 36-year-old has looked in practices to date. In…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still getting acclimated

    Coach Ron Rivera said Thursday that Smith hasn't received many reps this season and is "still working back," Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith has worked as Washington's No. 3 quarterback for most of 2020, but he now stands to see substantially more work in practice after having been officially named the backup to Kyle Allen . Teammate Jonathan Allen recently expressed confidence in Smith's health and ability to take a hit, Ethan Cadeaux of NBC Sports Washington reports, and it looks as though the Football Team has received enough medical encouragement that the veteran will be active on game day Week 5. Moreover, Thomas Boswell…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 8 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Claims backup role

    Smith will serve as Washington's No. 2 quarterback behind starter Kyle Allen in Sunday's game against the Rams, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With Washington demoting 2019 first-round pick Dwayne Haskins to the No. 3 role, Smith will move up a rung on the depth chart. The 36-year-old is poised to be active Week 5 for the first time since suffering a brutal leg injury in a Nov. 18, 2018 game against the Texans, and he could even see the field if Allen were to struggle or miss time with an injury.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined again

    Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's contest at Arizona, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Until Smith progresses to working in full pads at practice, he won't be a candidate to usurp Kyle Allen for backup duties to Washington's starting quarterback Dwayne Haskins.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out Sunday

    Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: The decision doesn't come as a surprise as Smith hasn't progressed to 11-on-11 work in full pads at practice. Until he does, he's likely to be among Washington's inactives while Kyle Allen handles backup duties behind starter Dwayne Haskins. Smith will continue his lengthy journey from a brutal right leg injury suffered back in 2018.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from injury report

    Smith (leg) wasn't listed on Washington's injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Washington activated Smith from the PUP list on Aug. 16, but by the end of training camp, he had yet to take part in full-padded, 11-on-11 drills. Still, with no listing on the first injury report of the season, Smith has a chance to be on the game-day roster Sunday against the Eagles. If Smith ultimately is ruled inactive, though, Kyle Allen will serve as the backup to top quarterback Dwayne Haskins.

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes regular-season roster

    Smith (leg) will begin the 2020 season on Washington's active roster, John Keim of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Smith did not log any reps in full-padded 11-on-11 drills during training camp, so Washington looks in line to roll with him as the No. 3 quarterback behind starter Dwayne Haskins and backup Kyle Allen. Even if he's ultimately inactive on game days, it's a notable feat for Smith to make the team two years after a career-threatening leg injury.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of full-team practice

    Smith (leg) didn't participate in Sunday's 11-on-11 practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Smith took part in an 11-on-11 practice Saturday, but it was one where players weren't in pads. He still hasn't been cleared for full-team, contact work, with the team preferring a cautious approach this summer. All signs point to Dwayne Haskins getting the start Week 1 against Philadelphia, while it's less clear whether Smith or Kyle Allen will serve as the backup.

    Published: Sun, Aug 30 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Participates in 11-on-11

    Smith participated in Saturday's 11-on-11 drills although the practice did not require pads, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It's a great sign for Smith, who actually flashed a bit of mobility in the 11-on-11 drills, scrambling for a couple of yards on a broken play. Dwayne Haskins continues to lead the first unit while Kyle Allen and Smith alternate with the second unit. Expect Smith to slowly continue to press onward in the competition for the backup role.

    Published: Sat, Aug 29 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 7-on-7s

    Smith hasn't been cleared for 11-on-11 drills, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Activated from the PUP list two days prior, Smith reportedly looked good in 7-on-7 drills at Tuesday's practice, working second through the rotation after Dwayne Haskins. It was again Haskins who led things off in full-team work, with Kyle Allen the second man up while Smith was limited to observer status. There's still time for Smith or Allen to make a push for the starting job, but the No. 2 role is probably a more realistic goal for the 36-year-old, considering he's had 17 surgeries on his…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Brought off PUP list

    Washington activated Smith (lower leg) from the PUP list Sunday, Kyle Stackpole of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: After undergoing 17 surgeries to address the gruesome leg injury he suffered in November 2018, Smith has finally received clearance to return to football activities. Per Julie Donaldson of Washington's official site, Smith will be limited to individual drills initially before the coaching and training staffs determine whether he's fit for full-contact practices. Even if Smith's surgically repaired right leg responds well to workouts, the 36-year-old is still expected to begin the 2020 season in…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 16 at 6:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for football activity

    Smith (leg) was cleared for football activity Saturday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: It's a remarkable moment for the 36-year-old, who was at risk of having his right leg amputated following a severe injury late in the 2018 season. He's reportedly been impressing in workouts and has a chance to compete for the team's starting quarterback job. Whether or not Washington truly wants to give opportunities to a player of Smith's age rather than handing things over to presumed quarterback of the future, Dwayne Haskins, remains to be seen, but the clearance is nevertheless a momentous…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 15 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could compete for starting job?

    Coach Ron Rivera believes Smith (leg) could enter the Washington Football Team's quarterback competition, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports. "If Alex is healthy and continues to get healthy and we do activate him, he's going to be in the throes of this competition," Rivera said. "It's going to unfold, I think, very nicely for us as a football team."

    Analysis: The idea of Smith playing in 2020 has largely been described as a long shot, but Rivera seems to be treating it as a real possibility, and recent reports suggest the 36-year-old has looked good during on-field workouts. The veteran quarterback missed all of last year while rehabbing from a severe injury, one that nearly caused him to lose his right leg. Most discussion of the Washington QB spot has pegged Dwayne Haskins as a strong favorite for the starting job, but with Kyle Allen having a…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 10 at 6:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks good during workouts

    Smith (leg) recently impressed during four straight days of on-field workouts with Washington's training staff, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Smith was medically cleared by Washington's surgical staff early last week, but his subsequent placement on the PUP list meant he can't practice. No matter, he clearly has been able to get in some on-field work as he continues his recovery from a gruesome leg injury and ensuing bouts with infection. There's no telling when (or if) Smith will make it all the way back, but he seems to be putting himself in a position to return to the regular-season roster. In the meantime, quarterback will be…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 2 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets PUP designation

    Smith (leg) was placed on the PUP list Monday morning, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Players on the PUP list aren't eligible to practice but can be removed from the list at any time before the start of the regular season. Any player who remains on the list for Week 1 will be automatically held out for the first six weeks, a fate that wouldn't come as any surprise for Smith as he continues to work his way back from the gruesome leg injury he suffered in November 2018. That said, the 36-year-old's hopes of continuing his career appear to have improved after his surgeon cleared…read more

    Published: Mon, Jul 27 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Physical set for Monday

    Smith (leg) is scheduled to have his physical with Washington's team doctors Monday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: According to Stephania Bell of ESPN, Smith has already been cleared by his surgical team for full football activity, so it looks like he will be ready to move ahead in that process if he passes his physical. The news is pretty remarkable considering how serious of an injury he sustained back in Week 11 of 2018. He suffered a compound fracture of his right tibia and a fractured right fibula, which resulted in him at one point deliberating whether or not to have his leg amputated due to the…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 24 at 5:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still recovering

    Smith suggested in an ESPN Outside the Lines report that he is "very much lucky to be alive."

    Analysis: Smith underwent multiple surgeries after suffering a compound fracture of his right tibia and a fractured right fibula in a 2018 Week 11 contest against the Texans, at one point deliberating whether or not he might need to have his leg amputated due to the severity of the ensuing infection. While the veteran signal caller was able to persevere through the scary circumstances, Smith is intent on playing again in the NFL, and considering the quarterback resumed throwing last October, it's…read more

    Published: Sat, Feb 1 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Focused on playing football again

    Smith (leg) remains focused on resuming his football career, denying rumors that he's interested in accepting a front office position, Craig Hoffman of 106.7 The Fan Washington reports.

    Analysis: Smith resumed throwing in October, slowly working his way back from the devastating injury he suffered Week 11 of 2018. He still doesn't have any idea about a rehab timeline, noting that the unique nature of his injury makes it difficult to come up with an estimate. It isn't clear if the 35-year-old ultimately will be able to continue his football career, nor is it clear that he'll be anything approaching his old self if he does eventually gain medical clearance to play. Either way, Washington…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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