Dallas Cowboys sign WR Jaden Smith to boost receiver lineup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys have signed wide receiver Jaden Smith, a 6-foot-6 player from Nevada. Smith, who previously played at Montana State and Tarleton State, recorded 62 receptions for 849 yards and seven touchdowns in his final college season. After spending his rookie year on injured reserve with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he was released in April and is now looking for a fresh start in Dallas. With a crowded receiver roster, Smith's path to the final team may require improving his blocking and catching skills during practice sessions.
- •Jaden Smith stands at 6-foot-6 and weighs 209 pounds.
- •He has a history of contested catches and blocking potential.
- •Smith recorded significant college stats with 62 receptions in 2024.
- •He is competing for a roster spot against 12 other receivers.
- •Smith's role may primarily be on the practice squad initially.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Scouting profile on Cowboys' newest WR, can super tall be super good?
"At 6-foot-6, Smith's primary strengths are his size and ability to win contested catches.
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