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Running Back Rank: #127
Overall: #542
Smith wasn't with a team to begin the season but signed with the Lions and eventually found his way into the starting lineup. He had quite the return to the NFL, producing some big numbers in a starting role. Smith averaged a career-best 4.9 yards per carry and scored seven touchdowns in seven games. He finished with 535 total yards, averaging 76 total yards per game. Smith did battle injury again, though, which has been the knock on him since entering the league (played a full season just once). But he produced when playing, showing big-play ability and looking like he could be a starter in this league. Smith is just 25 years old so he has time to get it going again. He could use last season as a spring board going forward. Smith has decent size at running back, but also possesses some speed and big-play ability. He does lack some patience and vision as a runner but seemed improved in both those areas last season. Smith is a capable receiver, catching 113 passes in four seasons.
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Smith might not be a bad guy to target late in your draft as a No. 4 or 5 back. He has some upside and potential, but is an injury risk heading into the season. Expect a year with around 600 or 700 total yards and a few scores. But he might be worth a some spot starts if he finds his way into the starting lineup. |
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| The Detroit Lions re-signed RB Kevin Smith to a one-year deal. |
| Fantasy Impact: Smith is injury prone but proved last season he still has some upside when healthy. |
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| The Detroit Lions are in negotiations with free-agent RB Kevin Smith about a return to the Lions. Smith started four games for the Lions last season; on the year he rushed 72 times for 356 yards and four touchdowns. He also had 22 receptions for 179 yards and three touchdowns. |
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| Detroit Lions impending free-agent RB Kevin Smith said he is committed to returning next season. 'Every interview I've done, even though I'm a free agent, I've referred to (Detroit) and me as 'us,'' Smith said. 'I'm on the Lions roster in my opinion until I'm not.' |
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| Detroit Lions impending free-agent RB Kevin Smith wants to re-sign with the Lions this offseason. |
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| Detroit Lions impending free-agent RB Kevin Smith said he would to re-sign with the team this offseason but is not sure if the team is interested in bringing him back. The Lions are expected be getting RBs Jahvid Best (concussion) and Mikel Leshoure (Achilles') back from injuries. |
| Fantasy Impact: Even if not back with the Lions, Smith should find work after playing well down the stretch. |
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| Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle, knee) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 6, and is listed as probable for the Wild Card playoff game. |
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| Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle, knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 5. |
| Fantasy Impact: He'll be ready to go for this weekend. |
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| Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle, knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Jan. 4. |
| Fantasy Impact: Smith should be ready to go for the playoffs. He has played the last few weeks with the injuries and seems to be getting healthier. |
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| Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 30. He is listed as probable for Week 17 and is expected to play. |
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| Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle) practiced in full Thursday, Dec. 29. |
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Hot -- Moving Up in the Player Rankings.
Cold -- Moving Down in the Player Rankings.
Injury Concern.
Sleeper.