Rod Smith
RB FA
Tue 8/17/21 10:35 PM

Smith was released by the Panthers on Tuesday Darin Grantt of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith signed with the team just a week ago but will now be looking for a new home ahead of the regular season. The veteran is looking to get back into the league after last playing for the Titans and Raiders in 2019.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Thu 8/5/21 6:01 PM

Smith signed a contract with the Panthers on Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith had a visit with the Panthers last October but didn't end up joining the team, but he'll do so now early in training camp. The 29-year-old last saw game action between the Titans and Raiders in 2019, and he almost exclusively played special teams in six contests.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Tue 10/6/20 6:51 PM

The Panthers hosted Smith for a visit Tuesday, Albert Breer of TheMMQB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Panthers utilized Reggie Bonnafon as Mike Davis' primary backup with Christian McCaffrey (ankle) out, but now Bonnafon is on the practice squad injured list with an ankle injury of his own. Smith could serve as depth until either McCaffrey or Bonnafon are healthy, but he'd likely need to sign with the practice squad.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Tue 9/29/20 7:24 PM

The Giants cut Smith from the practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Giants let Smith go and opted to sign veteran RB Alfred Morris to the practice squad. Smith played six games in 2019 but played almost exclusively on special teams.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Wed 9/9/20 6:21 PM

Smith signed on with the Giants' practice squad Wednesday, Art Stapleton of NorthJersey.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith was cut by the Raiders on Sept. 1 after failing to make the roster, but he was able to find a new gig elsewhere. The 28-year-old saw action in six games between Tennessee and the Raiders in 2019, but failed to record a fantasy relevant stat.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Tue 9/1/20 8:37 PM

The Raiders released Smith on Tuesday, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Raiders drafted Lynn Bowden -- a versatile talent -- in the third round and signed Theo Riddick this offseason, and Smith ended up being the odd man out. Last season he played almost exclusively on special teams, so he'll seek a similar role less than two weeks until the season opener.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Mon 8/17/20 7:31 PM

Smith was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Vic Tafur of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith landed on the reserve list Aug. 6, but as evidenced by this news, he finally cleared the appropriate protocols to return to practice. Now healthy, the 28-year-old looks to be competing with Devontae Booker for the No. 4 role in Las Vegas' backfield, behind Josh Jacobs, Jalen Richard and Lynn Bowden.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Thu 8/6/20 10:13 PM

The Raiders placed Smith (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith will need to gain full clearance before rejoining teammates at the early portion of training camp. The 28-year-old looks to be competing with Devontae Booker for the No. 4 role in Las Vegas' backfield, behind Josh Jacobs, Jalen Richard and Lynn Bowden.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Sat 3/21/20 3:14 PM

Smith signed a one-year deal with the Raiders on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Smith joined the Raiders all the way back in December and played just a single offensive snap, so it's fair to say it's entirely possible the running back could be battling for his job in the preseason. As it stands, Smith is likely just a depth piece behind obvious offensive factors Josh Jacobs and Jalen Richard.

Rod Smith
RB FA
Tue 12/10/19 5:46 PM

Smith signed with the Raiders on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Josh Jacobs is tending to a fractured shoulder and his status is uncertain for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, so Smith will join the Raiders to add depth to the backfield. DeAndre Washington and Jalen Richard carried the load during Week 14's loss to the Titans, posting 96 and 46 yards from scrimmage, respectively, while the former scored a rushing touchdown. It's unclear whether Smith will have a role in the offense if Jacobs sits out, but it'll likely be minimal at best.