Jimmy Smith Fantasy Stats

Long-time Baltimore Ravens standout cornerback Jimmy Smith is retiring on Monday after 11 seasons with the team, the Ravens announced. Smith was originally drafted by Baltimore in the first round (27th overall) in 2011 out of the University of Colorado, and he spent all 11 seasons of his NFL career with the Ravens. In total, he racked up 374 tackles (324 solo), eight tackles for loss, three QB hits, 14 interceptions (two for touchdowns), 74 passes defensed, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries (one touchdown) and three sacks in 128 regular season games (90 starts). The 34-year-old played in only 10 games (two starts) in 2021 and had 18 tackles (15 solo) and three passes defensed.

The Baltimore Ravens defense is set to have two contributors back in the mix for Week 17 with cornerback Jimmy Smith and linebacker Pernell McPhee coming off the Reserve/COVID-19 list Monday. Traditionally the backbone of the organization, Baltimore's defensive unit was thoroughly dominated in Week 16 by Cincinnati's Joe Burrow, who threw for a whopping 525 yards in a resounding victory. Things won't get easier for the Ravens, who have to contend with the Rams' high-octane offense this Sunday. Neither Smith nor McPhee has been credited with a start this season, but their presence should provide the unit with ample depth after being significantly shorthanded the past two weeks. Conversely, safety Tony Jefferson II has been placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list, complicating matters behind Chuck Clark.

Baltimore Ravens defensive back Jimmy Smith (illness) won't play in Week 15 versus Green Bay. The 33-year-old tested positive for COVID-19, which isn't good for a team that has battled numerous injuries on the defensive end all year, especially in the secondary. However, it is good news for Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who should benefit from Smith's absence. Mazzi Wilkins was activated to take Smith's place, although his presence certainly won't fill the void. Rodgers and the Packers passing attack should have their way with Baltimore's secondary on Sunday.

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith is among the inactive players for Week 1's contest versus the Las Vegas Raiders. Smith has been dealing with an ankle injury and will take another week to rest up. The Ravens have also declared defensive end Derek Wolfe, safety Ar'Darius Washington, linebacker Daelin Hayes and guard Ben Cleveland inactive. The Ravens secondary will be down Smith and cornerback Marcus Peters (knee) this evening and it will be interesting to see if the Raiders can take advantage.

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith (ankle) has been listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Raiders. Smith practiced in full on Thursday but was limited on Friday. Baltimore continues to fall victim to injury on both sides of the football and, as a result, could enter Week 1 with a subpar secondary. The team lost Marcus Peters to an ACL injury earlier this week and now might be without Smith. The latter appeared in 11 games last year, amassing 27 tackles while defending one pass.

The Baltimore Ravens and veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith agreed to a one-year contract extension on Thursday worth up to $5 million, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. He'll receive a $500,000 signing bonus, $2 million in base salary and $2.5 million in playing-time incentives, which he's considered unlikely to earn, making the deal salary cap-friendly. Smith was set to become a free agent after this season. The 32-year-old defensive back has played in 11 games this year due to various injuries, racking up 27 combined tackles and a fumble recovery in his five starts. Smith has never been a lockdown cornerback in the league, but he's a great leader and will continue to be a key piece of a strong Ravens Defense for another season in 2021. Against the division-rival Bengals and backup quarterback Brandon Allen to close out the regular season this Sunday, Baltimore's defense should be considered a top-three fantasy unit.

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that he's not sure if cornerback Jimmy Smith (groin) will practice on Thursday, but he also said there's a chance that Smith will play on Monday night against the division-rival Browns. Smith isn't a star by any means, but he's an important piece for Baltimore's secondary, so Cleveland's passing game would receive a slight boost if he's not able to play in Week 14. The 32-year-old veteran and former first-round pick in 2011 has 26 tackles, a pass defensed and a fumble recovery in 10 games (five starts) this season. The Ravens Defense is getting healthy at the right time with four games left in the season and will be a top-five fantasy unit on Monday against the Browns.

The Baltimore Ravens re-signed cornerback Jimmy Smith to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million on Monday. Smith was a first-round pick (27th overall) of the Ravens back in 2011 and has played with them his entire career. The 31-year-old will continue to bring veteran leadership to the secondary, but he hasn't been able to play a full season since back in 2015. Smith played in only nine games (five starts) due to injury in 2019 and had 30 tackles (28 solo), one interception and six passes defensed. His value comes in the form of his locker room presence mostly, so he can be avoided in IDP leagues.

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith (knee) said he'll warm up and see how he feels on Sunday, but he's also planning to take it slow with the team's bye coming in Week 8. Smith is unlikely to play in Week 7 against the Seahawks. The 31-year-old has yet to play this year and his absence has been a big reason why Baltimore's defense as a whole hasn't played up to expectations. Marlon Humphrey has played his part, but the rest of the secondary has been extremely vulnerable and also lost Tony Jefferson for the year. It's why the Ravens just traded for cornerback Marcus Peters, and they're hoping he can help shore up their pass defense moving forward. The Ravens Defense/special teams shouldn't be on the streaming radar with Seattle on deck and Russell Wilson playing at an MVP level.

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said that veteran cornerback Jimmy Smith (knee) has a Grade 2 MCL sprain and will miss "multiple weeks." There's a possibility that Smith will go on the Injured Reserve with a designation to return later this year. Smith's injury is a hit to a strong Ravens Defense, but they have plenty of depth to move forward in the next couple weeks and still be a strong fantasy force. They were a top fantasy unit in Week 1 against the Dolphins as predicted, and they'll once again be in play as a top fantasy defense in Week 2 against the Cardinals and rookie quarterback Kyler Murray.