| Date | News |
| 8/26/25 | Jets Release 2 Including Unexpected WR. The New York Jets are slowly, but surely making their way towards a finalized 53-man roster. For example, Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reported that the Jets are moving on from wide receiver Brandon Smith and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Jets are cutting offensive tackle Carter Warren. "Jets are cutting WR Brandon Smith, per source," Dunleavy said. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/jets/news/jets-release-2-in... |
| 8/18/25 | The 'long road' that took Brandon Smith from front desk at gym to chance at cracking Jets roster. exclusive details new york jets The 'long road' that took Brandon Smith from front desk at gym to chance at cracking Jets roster By Ryan Dunleavy Published Aug. 18, 2025, 6:36 p.m. ET Brandon Smith is pictured during a Jets practice in August 2024. Bill Kostroun for the NY Post Take flight with the Jets Text with Brian Costello all season as he brings Sports+ subscribers the latest Jets intel from on the field and off. SIGN UP NOW All the familiar faces that came through the door and saw Brandon Smith working at the front desk of his local Club4 Fitness asked the same question. Hidden subtext and all. “One thing I had to deal with, they were saying, 'Hey, how are you doing?' But it was kind of Source: https://nypost.com/2025/08/18/sports/brandon-smith... |
| 8/14/25 | Former Iowa football WR impressing during Jets camp. Brandon Smith is impressing with first-team reps during New York Jets camp and could be tracking to make the 53-man roster. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/former-iowa-footb... |
| 12/04/24 | Raiders add former mid-round linebacker. Penn State is known as Linebacker U for a reason. In 2022, underclassman Brandon Smith entered the NFL Draft and was selected in the fourth round by the Carolina Panthers. Since then, Smith has struggled with injuries and is now in his three NFL season and is joining… Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/raiders-add-former-mid-ro... |
| 9/24/24 | Jets add Linebacker Brandon Smith, Part Ways With Jalen Key. Mr. Irrelevant is no longer a Jet as Gang Green has decided to part ways with rookie defensive back Jalen Key to make room for linebacker Brandon Smith. Selected with the final pick in the 2024 draft out of Alabama, Key lasts less than a quarter of a season with the Jets. In Smith, the […] The post Jets add Linebacker Brandon Smith, Part Ways With Jalen Key appeared first on JetNation.com - New York Jets Blog & Forum.Source: https://www.jetnation.com/2024/09/24/jets-add-line... |
| 8/02/24 | Jets pick up former 49ers cornerback amidst five Friday roster moves. In addition to bringing former UFL wide receiver Isaiah Winstead aboard, a move that was reported on Thursday evening, the Jets signed fellow spring league pass-catcher Brandon Smith and former San Francisco 49ers cornerback Tre Swilling. To open up the necessary roster spots, New York sent wide receiver Marcus Riley and tight end Kevin Foelsch packing. Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/transacti... |
| 1/04/24 | Colts Mailbag: D-line vs. Texans' O-line, rushing success at Lucas Oil Stadium, zooming out on 2023 playoff push. Brandon Smith, Jenison, Mich.: Why have the Colts had so much more success on the ground at home versus away? Headed in to week 17, they average only 81.3 rush yards outside of Lucas Oil (3rd worst!), but an astounding 149.7 at home (6th best). Will this be an advantage heading into Week 18? Or is it simply coincidence? JJ Stankevitz: Great question here. The Colts only went under 130 rushing yards at Lucas Oil Stadium once – in Week 1, without Jonathan Taylor and Zack Moss – and in their last three home games (all wins) rushed for 155, 170 and 134 yards. On a per-play basis, the Colts have averaged over four yards per carry in every home game after Week 1, including going over 4.5 yards per Source: https://www.colts.com/news/texans-offensive-line-a... |
| 12/28/23 | Could Eagles have their starting linebackers Sunday against the Cardinals?. Eagles linebackers Zach Cunningham and Nicholas Morrow stood near Shaq Leonard as linebackers coach D.J. Eliot began setting up yellow barrels that were supposed to simulate offensive linemen at the indoor practice facility at the NovaCare Complex Thursday. Eliot began moving his arms as if he were controlling traffic, telling Ben VanSumeren and Brandon Smith, acting as offensive players, which way to go during the drill. Source: https://www.nj.com/eagles/2023/12/could-eagles-hav... |
| 12/24/23 | Eagles elevate Tristin McCollum, Brandon Smith from the practice squad for Christmas Day game vs. Giants. Eagles elevate Tristin McCollum, Brandon Smith from the practice squad for Christmas Day game vs. Giants Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/eagles-elevate-tristin-mc... |
| 10/25/23 | Eagles announce 3 practice squad moves ahead of Week 8 matchup vs. Commanders. The #Eagles announced three practice squad moves, signing Noah Elliss and Brandon Smith, while also releasing Taiwan Mullen Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/eagles-announce-3-practic... |
| 10/21/23 | Eagles sign Kindle Vildor to the practice squad. PhiladelphiaEagles.com The Eagles added experience in the secondary on Friday morning, signing defensive back Kindle Vildor to the practice squad. To make room, the Eagles released linebacker Brandon Smith. A fifth-round pick of the Chicago Bears out of Georgia Southern in 2020, Vildor played in 46 games between the Bears and Tennessee Titans. From 2020-22, Vildor had 97 tackles, three tackles for loss, and an interception in 44 games (22 starts) with the Bears. Released during the final roster cutdown in 2023, the 5-foot-11, 189-pound Vildor was promptly claimed off waivers by the Titans, where he played in two games before being waived last Saturday. Vildor has quickly found another home in Source: https://www.thenashvillenews.net/news/274006444/ea... |
| 10/12/23 | Eagles promote Braden Mann to the active roster, sign LB Brandon Smith to Practice Squad.. The Philadelphia #Eagles promote Braden Mann to the active roster, and signed LB Brandon Smith to Practice Squad.ahead of Sunday matchup vs. the Jets Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/eagles-promote-braden-man... |
| 8/29/23 | Panthers waiving 2022 4th-round pick Brandon Smith. The Panthers have waived 2022 fourth-round pick Brandon Smith. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/panthers-waiving-2022-4th... |
| 7/23/23 | Cardinals training camp roster preview: WR Brandon Smith. We take a look at WR Brandon Smith and his chances of making the team entering training camp. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/cardinals-training-camp-r... |
| 12/17/22 | Panthers place rookie LB Brandon Smith on IR. On Saturday, the Panthers placed rookie LB Brandon Smith on IR. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/panthers-place-rookie-lb-... |
| 11/27/22 | Brandon Smith getting opportunity, advice from veterans. Smith put up three total tackles in a career-high 35 percent of the defensive snaps against Baltimore, and he was encouraged by getting meaningful defensive film to review after the game. With Littleton ruled out for a Week 12 game against Denver, Smith is expected to share snaps with Damien Wilson as the Panthers adjust on defense. "I felt like, after the game, there were definitely some things I could have gotten better with," Smith said. Source: https://www.thenashvillenews.net/news/273133509/br... |
| 11/27/22 | Brandon Smith getting opportunity, advice from veterans. Smith put up three total tackles in a career-high 35 percent of the defensive snaps against Baltimore, and he was encouraged by getting meaningful defensive film to review after the game. With Littleton ruled out for a Week 12 game against Denver, Smith is expected to share snaps with Damien Wilson as the Panthers adjust on defense. "I felt like, after the game, there were definitely some things I could have gotten better with," Smith said. Source: https://www.thenashvillenews.net/news/273133509/br... |
| 9/10/22 | Five Things to Watch vs. Cleveland: Let's get started. Week 1 Game Preview: Panthers vs. BrownsWeek 1 Friday Injury Report: Brandon Smith questionable for Browns gameWhat to know about Panthers quarterback Baker MayfieldOklahoma fans following Baker Mayfield to CarolinaPickin' It: Carolina vs. Cleveland in 2022 season openerHow to watch, listen and live stream: Carolina vs. Cleveland in season openerJACOBY BRISSETT GETS THE START FOR CLEVELAND The Browns acquired quarterback Deshaun Watson after Mayfield fell out of favor while playing through an in... Source: https://www.charlottenews.net/news/272744148/five-... |
| 8/26/22 | Will Grier Makes Final Push For Backup QB Spot. After a slow start, Grier eventually hit his stride for 88 passing yards and two touchdowns, including an incredible pass to Brandon Smith for a toe-dragging score in the endzone and 26 more rushing yards. "I started slow but overall played well," Grier said. "I took care of the ball, moved the ball down the field, scored and gave us a chance. Source: https://www.dallascowboys.com/news/will-grier-make... |
| 7/18/22 | All 53: LB Brandon Smith Profile, Stat Projections + Expected Role. Penn State N/A 26 tackles, 4 QB hits, 2 TFLs, 1.5 sacks Backup/special teamer Love, love, love Smith's potential. He's an athletic freak that has all the tools to be a special player in the future. As a rookie, he'll be limited to a sub linebacker and will get a lot of work on special teams. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/gm-report/all-53-l... |