Donovan Smith Fantasy

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers officially released left tackle Donovan Smith on Tuesday, according to a source. Cutting Smith saves the Bucs $9.95 million against the 2023 salary cap. It's a move that doesn't come as much of a surprise as the team looks to get under the 2023 salary cap following the retirement of future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady. The 29-year-old Smith, who was a former second-round pick, spent the last eight seasons with Tampa as their left tackle, but he'll be continuing his career elsewhere after playing in a career-low 13 games due to injury in 2022.

Mar. 7th • 11:31 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith is expected to be released. With Leonard Fournette cutting ties with Tampa, parting ways with Smith is another way the organization can clear some much-needed cap space. The 29-year-old was selected by the Bucs in the second round of the 2015 NFL Draft and has been a vital component of the protection unit, including helping the team defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV. However, he struggled last season, allowing six sacks. Nevertheless, Smith likely won't be unemployed long, as more than a few teams should be interested in his services.

Feb. 28th • 8:53 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith could be a salary cap casualty this offseason after not playing well in 2022 while playing through injuries. The Buccaneers are in one of the worst cap situations in the league and are currently $55 million over the salary cap. If the team moves on from Smith, the most likely fix would be to move Tristan Wirfs to left tackle. The Bucs would free up $9.95 million if they cut him before June 1, while they'd save $15.25 million as a post-June 1 cut. The 29-year-old former second-rounder in 2015 played in a career-low 13 games this past season and could be on his way out after eight seasons with the team.

Feb. 6th • 12:51 PM