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Packers to sign ex-Cowboys DT Mazi Smith to practice squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 12:55 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Packers to sign ex-Cowboys DT Mazi Smith to practice squad

Summary

The Green Bay Packers are set to sign defensive tackle Mazi Smith to their practice squad following a recent workout. This move comes after the Packers faced significant losses in their defensive tackle room, including the season-ending injury of Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Ford's placement on injured reserve. With other options underperforming, Smith, a former first-round pick, could bolster the team's depth. He previously played for the Dallas Cowboys before being traded to the Jets and recently released by the Dolphins. His size and potential add a strategic option for the Packers as they navigate ongoing injury issues.

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Status Watch

•Packers plan to sign Mazi Smith to practice squad
•Hargrave injured, Ford on IR, affecting depth
•Smith was a first-round pick in 2023 NFL Draft
•He played for Cowboys and was traded to Jets
•Recently released by Dolphins after limited action

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What they're saying

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The Green Bay Packers defensive tackle room took a massive hit last week after losing Javon Hargrave for the season, placing Jonathan Ford on injured reserve, while Jordon Riley is not quite ready to play. Green Bay opted not to elevate David Blay Jr. in yesterday’s game against Dallas and instead had four players active. Unfortunately, […] The post Green Bay Packers: Add Ex-1st-Round Pick, Former Micah Parsons Teammate appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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