Yahoo Sports NFL on Xavier Smith

Smith re-signed by Rams after 49ers release; limited prior production.

Re-signed by the Rams on Tuesday as a corresponding move to Whittington's IR placement. Smith had one target and no catches in his prior stint with LA before being released. He recorded 18 catches for 303 yards in 2025 but is best remembered for a costly fumble after halftime in the 2025 NFC Championship game against Seattle that led to a Seahawks touchdown. The Rams brought him back as kick and punt returner to start 2026 before waiving him weeks into the season; he subsequently went to the 49ers, who have now moved on from him as well.

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