Jaylon Smith Fantasy

The Green Bay Packers officially signed former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith to a contract on Thursday. As expected, the Packers were the favorite to land Smith, and both sides agreed to terms on a deal. Smith was surprisingly released by Dallas on Tuesday but found a new home with Green Bay. The Pro Bowl linebacker has racked up 100-plus tackles in three straight seasons. He's totaled 18 tackles (13 solos) in the first four weeks of the season. Smith improves the Packers' defense and will continue to stand out at LB in IDP leagues in 2021.

Oct. 7th • 8:34 AM

The Green Bay Packers are working to finalize a deal with former Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl linebacker Jaylon Smith on Wednesday, according to a source. The Cowboys surprisingly released Smith on Tuesday, and he unsurprisingly won't stay a free agent for long. The 26-year-old has 100-plus tackles in three of his four NFL seasons and was a first-time Pro Bowler in 2019 when he had 142 tackles (83 solo) and an interception. Smith also has nine career sacks in 68 games (56 starts). Smith saw his playing time dip in Week 4 with the Cowboys before he was cut, and he totaled 18 tackles (13 solo) in the first four weeks of the season. He could once again become a factor in IDP leagues if he enters an every down role with his new team.

Oct. 6th • 8:45 PM

In a surprise move, the Dallas Cowboys released linebacker Jaylon Smith on Tuesday, according to a source. Smith was a second-round selection out of Notre Dame in 2016 and led Dallas' defense with 154 tackles (89 solo) in 16 starts last season. The 26-year-old saw his defensive snap percentage drop to 40 percent in the Week 4 win over the Carolina Panthers after starting in Weeks 2 and 3. In the last two seasons combined, Smith has racked up 296 tackles, so he could remain relevant in IDP leagues if he signs with another team quickly. The move comes with Keanu Neal expected back from the COVID-19 list in Week 5 against the New York Giants. Even with Smith now out of the picture, Dallas' defense/special teams will be a strong starting option this Sunday.

Oct. 5th • 8:59 PM