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PositiveRoleAug 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Made a diving catch on the goal line during 11-on-11 drills when Drew Allar uncorked a downfield throw. The play demonstrated Allar's ability to push the ball down the field consistently.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Gang Green Nation

Brandon Smith is with the Steelers in training camp at wide receiver but is competing for a roster spot, indicating he is in an open competition for playing time.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Steelers wide receiver Brandon Smith is in training camp competing for a roster spot.

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NegativeUsageAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith connected with Will Howard several times during team periods on Day Five, showing some chemistry with the backup quarterback in the competition for the backup job.

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PositiveUsageAug 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith connected with Will Howard on a play action pass on the left side of the field during team period, showing early chemistry with the quarterback.

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NegativeUsageAug 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith was targeted on a deep pass down the middle by Will Howard during Saturday's practice, but Asante Samuel Jr. was in coverage to prevent the completion.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

Under-the-radar free agent signing and former New York Jets wide receiver caught back-to-back passes from Aaron Rodgers during the first team period, kicking off a strong start to camp. The Iowa product made three appearances in two seasons for the Jets, including playing one snap in 2024 when Rodgers was on the field.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

Under-the-radar free agent signing caught back-to-back passes from Aaron Rodgers during the first team period, kicking off a strong start to camp. The Iowa product was a former New York Jets wide receiver who made three appearances in two seasons for the Jets, including playing one snap in 2024 when Rodgers was on the field.

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NegativeInjuryJul 23, 2026Battle Red Blog

Acquired as an offensive line upgrade, Branden Smith is in theory superior to the man he replaced. However, he is overcoming some significant injuries, which raises durability concerns about his ability to anchor the offensive line and protect C.J. Stroud.

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NegativeInjuryNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Smith was brought in as part of the offensive line revamp to replace a previous starter. However, the source raises significant concerns: Smith is overcoming some significant injuries, which could impact his ability to perform at the level needed to improve the offensive line and protect C.J. Stroud.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Smith is identified as one of the offensive line upgrades brought in to improve protection for C.J. Stroud. However, the source raises concerns that Smith is overcoming some significant injuries, questioning whether the offseason offensive upgrades are actually upgrades. The source notes that even with these changes, the whole offensive line was not all that great last season.

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NegativeInjuryNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Smith was brought in as part of the Texans' offensive line upgrades, but he is overcoming some significant injuries that could impact his ability to perform at a high level.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Smith is one of the offensive line upgrades the Texans made in the offseason, theoretically superior to the man he replaced. However, the source raises a significant concern: Smith is overcoming some significant injuries, which casts doubt on whether the offensive line improvements will actually materialize as expected.

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NegativeDepth ChartNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Smith was brought in as part of the offensive line revamp to replace a previous starter. In theory, Smith is a superior OL to the man he replaced. However, the source notes that Smith is overcoming some significant injuries, which raises questions about whether the upgrade will materialize as expected.

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