Avery Smith addresses trade from Chargers to Seahawks roster

Cornerback Avery Smith joined the Seattle Seahawks after the Los Angeles Chargers traded the undrafted rookie on Sunday. The move occurred during the team's transition from a 90-man roster to the 53-player limit. In exchange for Smith, the Los Angeles Chargers received a 2027 sixth-round draft pick. Smith noted his surprise regarding the trade, citing the rarity of undrafted free agents being moved before the start of the regular season. The 22-year-old previously played at Toledo, where he recorded 127 tackles and three interceptions. He now joins a Seattle Seahawks secondary that features five cornerbacks on the active roster. Current depth charts list Smith as the second-string nickelback as he prepares to transition to his new team.

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