Packers Claim CB and Return Specialist Tremon Smith off Waivers From Chiefs
By Daniel Marcillo
The Green Bay Packers have made an addition to their secondary by claiming cornerback Tremon Smith of waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs.
His career has been defined by his ability as a return specialist and he will definitely bolster the Packers special teams unit.
The #Packers claimed Tremon Smith -- a CB who also happens to be a return specialist -- off of waivers from the Chiefs.https://t.co/wMTiN4PrRA
— Zachary Jacobson (@ZachAJacobson) September 16, 2019
Smith was selected in the sixth round of the 2018 draft and should be expected to fill the same role as a member of the Packers. Smith averaged 26.8 yards per kickoff return during his rookie season.
The move comes after Trevor Davis struggled against the Vikings, which could create a bit of competition. It's definitely an upgrade as the team deals with Darrius Shepherd's injury.
The Packers have claimed CB Tremon Smith off waivers from the Chiefs. A sixth-round pick in 2018, he played in 14 games as a rookie and in the season opener this year before he was released last week. He played just 74 snaps on defense last season and... https://t.co/rAxJCu2adg
— Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) September 16, 2019
He doesn't have a whole lot of experience on the defensive side of the ball after logging just 74 snaps last year, but the Packers have been dealing with a ton of injuries over the last few years, so if that trend continues then Smith could see a solid chunk of playing time.