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WRPIT40 insightsLatest Oct 26, 2026

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NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith caught a 20-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers that put the ball in the red zone during the Steelers' third-quarter drive, contributing to Pittsburgh's offensive production.

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NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026Canal Street Chronicles

Steelers receiver caught a 20-yard pass in the red zone during the third quarter drive; this reception helped move Pittsburgh into scoring position before the Saints defense forced a field goal attempt.

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PositiveRoleOct 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith made an important contribution with a 20-yard conversion on a scramble play from Rodgers, stepping up as Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson remain sidelined with injuries. His performance suggests increased offensive opportunity in the absence of other receivers.

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NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source criticizes Aaron Rodgers' decision to check down to Brandon Smith in the middle of the field with no timeouts and roughly 30 seconds left in the first half, noting Smith 'got only four yards' and the completion in the middle of the field forced a hurried play that resulted in a sack and scramble drill for the field goal unit.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Brandon Smith has been elevated from the practice squad to the Steelers' active roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 23, 2026Davis Mattek

Brandon Smith was the Steelers' wide receiver three in their game against the Buccaneers. He is an undrafted player from 2020-2021 who came from the DC Defenders and attended the University of Iowa, and was on the practice squad before seeing significant snaps (44% of team snaps).

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NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Source explicitly states Brandon Smith "is not targeted in this game," indicating minimal offensive involvement in Week 6.

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NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith was called up from the practice squad for the Steelers' Week 6 matchup with the Buccaneers due to the team's receiver injury crisis.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Elevated to the 53-man roster by the Steelers; roster move made in response to wide receiver injuries.

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PositiveDepth ChartOct 17, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Elevated to 53-man roster in response to Roman Wilson's IR placement; increased opportunity in Steelers receiving corps.

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PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith was elevated from the Steelers practice squad to help fill out the wide receiver group for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers before reverting back.

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NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Smith was just called up from the practice squad and is one of the only healthy receivers available to the Steelers in Week 6, given the injuries to Pittman, Wilson, and Skowronek.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 16, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Smith was just called up from the practice squad and is one of the few healthy receivers the Steelers have available due to injuries to Pittman, Wilson, and Skowronek.

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PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Aaron Rodgers expressed strong confidence in Brandon Smith, stating "I know B. Smith from New York and I'm a big believer in him," positioning Smith as a potential target in the Steelers' passing game amid wide receiver injuries.

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NegativeRoleOct 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Called up on Sunday and may get a roster spot in Week 6 as the Steelers deal with receiver injuries.

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NegativeRoleOct 14, 2026Footballguys

Brandon Smith is a six-year veteran UDFA signed by the Cowboys as a rookie from Iowa in 2021 who has worked with five NFL teams and two stints with the DC Defenders. He is a possession receiver against zone coverage with some skill on contested grabs; he is physical but slower than average, with his best work coming on special teams.

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NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Brandon Smith replaced Roman Wilson in 11 personnel after halftime and drew zero targets.

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NegativeRoleOct 12, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Smith is one of the few healthy pass catchers left on the Steelers roster alongside Kaden Wetjen, with Roman Wilson and Michael Pittman out.

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PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith, elevated from the practice squad, is among the only healthy receivers available to the Steelers heading into Week 6 against Tampa Bay, creating potential opportunity for increased playing time and targets amid injuries to Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek, and Michael Pittman.

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PositiveDepth ChartOct 12, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Brandon Smith was elevated from the practice squad and is among the only healthy Steelers receivers at the time of writing, alongside DK Metcalf, Germie Bernard, and Kaden Wetjen, positioning him for elevated target volume and role given the injuries to Roman Wilson, Ben Skowronek, and Michael Pittman.

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NegativeUsageOct 11, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Smith saw increased snaps in the second half of Week 5 after injuries to Wilson and Skrownek, providing depth at wide receiver as the Steelers dealt with injuries to their receiver room.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 10, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Wide receiver elevated from practice squad to active/inactive roster for Week 5 matchup against the Colts; will revert to practice squad following the game.

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NegativeDepth ChartOct 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith was elevated from the practice squad to the active/inactive roster ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Colts. He will revert to the practice squad following the game.

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PositiveInjuryOct 3, 2026Battle Red Blog

Expected to return to the lineup before too much longer; injury recovery on track for near-term availability.

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NegativeInjuryOct 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Smith is among several injured Texans players expected to return to the lineup before too much longer, though the source questions whether their return will be enough or too little, too late given the team's 0-3 start.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver signed to Patriots practice squad in December 2024, released ahead of AFC divisional round in January 2025, then signed to Steelers practice squad in August 2025. The 27-year-old undrafted 2021 prospect from Iowa has made three appearances as a standard elevation and has prior stops with Dallas Cowboys, DC Defenders, Arizona Cardinals, and New York Jets.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 16, 2026Pats Pulpit

Smith, a 27-year-old undrafted wide receiver out of Iowa (2021), signed to the Patriots' practice squad in December and was released ahead of the AFC divisional round in January. He subsequently signed a futures contract with the Steelers and was retained on Pittsburgh's practice squad following the 53-man roster deadline in August. He has made three appearances as a standard elevation.

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PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Smith made the practice squad at wide receiver and had a strong summer and preseason when healthy. He's solid insurance as a WR5/6 option on the practice squad.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Brandon Smith, a wide receiver from Iowa, was waived by his original team but signed to the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad after clearing waivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Receiver Brandon Smith signed to the Steelers practice squad after being cut from the active roster ahead of the NFL's Sunday deadline to reduce roster sizes to 53 players.

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NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Texans tackle Brandon Smith suffered a lower leg injury during a joint practice with the Panthers. He was carted off the field and is dealing with a significant injury that required immediate medical attention.

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NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026Hogs Haven

Texans tackle suffered lower leg injury during joint practice with Panthers; carted off the field. Injury occurred on same play as teammate Ali Gaye's lower leg injury on separate field.

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NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026NFL Fantasy Football Podcast

The Texans believe Brandon Smith suffered a foot injury that resulted in him being carted off the field.

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NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026NFL: The Insiders

The Texans believe Brandon Smith suffered a foot injury that required him to be carted off the field during practice.

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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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