Green Bay Packers commit to Trey Smack despite kicker struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

The Green Bay Packers continue to back rookie kicker Trey Smack following inconsistent performances this season. After trading up to select him in the sixth round of the recent NFL Draft, he has experienced significant challenges, leading the league with eight missed kicks. Smack's latest outing included a notable miss in a game and he has completed only 68.8 percent of his field goals through the first eight games. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur expressed confidence in Smack, citing his ability to recover from mistakes and the importance of resilience in his position. The team hopes he can regain their trust in upcoming games.
- •Trey Smack leads NFL with eight missed kicks this season.
- •Smack has converted 11 of 16 field goals and 16 of 19 PATs.
- •LaFleur emphasizes need for resilience in Smack's performance.
- •Packers aim for better consistency in their kicking game.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Green Bay Packers will continue to stick with Trey Smack despite rookie’s recent struggles
"Beyond their running game, the Green Bay Packers must also find consistency in their kicking game if they have plans to become a legitimate Super Bowl contender this season. After letting go of Brandon McManus this summer, they have relied on Trey Smack, whom they traded up to in the sixth round during this year’s [...]
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