Jaylon Smith

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, veteran LB Jaylon Smith has been released by the New Orleans Saints Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Smith could return on the team's practice squad, Rapoport reports, though other teams are expected to have interest. Since being cut by the Cowboys in 2021, Smith has spent time with the Green Bay Packers, New York Giants and the Saints. He has started 15 games over the last two seasons, recording 72 tackles.

Jaylon Smith has been released by the Packers after playing in only five games for them this season.

Fantasy Impact

After signing a six-year, $68.4 million dollar deal in 2019, it's unfortunate to say this didn't pan out how anyone expected. Such an incredible talent will hopefully play somewhere again before the end of his career.

Jaylon Smith racked up 14 tackles (six solo) during Thursday’s 26-15 loss to the Bills.

Fantasy Impact

Smith continues to terrorize opposing teams totaling 112 tackles through Week 13. He is an LB1 across all formats and should be started with confidence. The Dallas defense has some interesting matchups coming in which Smith will probably have a few more massive games.

Jaylon Smith finished Sunday’s loss to New England with eight total tackles (six solo).

Fantasy Impact

Smith is just shy of 100 total tackles this season with 98 through Week 12. He is a force for the Dallas Cowboys defense and should be started in all leagues.

Jaylon Smith racked up nine solo tackles during Sunday’s 35-27 win over the Detroit Lions.

Fantasy Impact

Smith is leading all Cowboys in total tackles with 90 through Week 11. Additionally, Smith has 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles through the same period. He is an LB1 across all leagues.