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Returns to practice Head coach Dave Doeren indicated that Smothers (undisclosed) returned to practice earlier this week, per R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com.

Impact While Doeren didn't say whether the coaching staff expects Smothers to play against Syracuse, it's a definite step in the right direction for the redshirt freshman running back. Smothers missed each of the Wolfpack's previous two games with an undisclosed injury, and though his return to practice indicates that a return to game action could come soon, his status will be worth monitoring heading into Saturday's matchup. Smothers ran for 114 yards and a touchdown on 22 rushing attempts through the team's first four games this season as part of the Wolfpack's committee-style approach.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Deacs Smothers (undisclosed) is out against Wake Forest, Noah Fleischman of On3Sports reports.

Impact Smothers missed last week against NIU, and he's set to miss his second straight game. The tailback has been moderately involved this season, tallying 22 carries for 114 yards and a score. His absence means Jordan Waters and Kendrick Raphael should lead the way in the backfield for the Wolfpack.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first TD of 2024 Smothers logged eight rushes for 41 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 59-35 defeat versus Clemson.

Impact Smothers, like the rest of North Carolina's backfield committee, saw plenty of work in what was a blowout loss to Clemson. Both Smothers and his backfield mate Kendrick Raphael logged their season highs in carries while the Wolfpack trailed big. Smothers should continue to be a rotational back moving forward, but don't expect the redshirt freshman to be a substantial part of this offense.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in blowout defeat Smothers totaled six carries for 25 yards and gathered in all three targets for one yard during Saturday's 51-10 loss against Tennessee.

Impact Smothers, and the rest of the Wolfpack's backfield, couldn't get going on the ground in Saturday's blowout loss to Tennessee. The tailback actually managed to double his carries from the opener, but that still only amounted to 25 yards on the ground. Notably, Smothers also reeled in three catches, but only parlayed that into a single yard. If he becomes a staple of the passing game, Smothers could find some value, but he's a rather forgotten part of this NC State offense at the moment.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three carries in Week 1 Smothers compiled three carries for 39 yards during Thursday's 38-21 victory over Western Carolina.

Impact Smothers has already almost surpassed his yardage total at Oklahoma. He's still clearly a rotational piece behind the lead back Jordan Waters, but if he can continue to make the most of his touches, he'll continue to spell Waters from time to time each game.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will enter transfer portal Smothers will enter the transfer portal, according to his announcement Monday.

Impact Smothers finished 2023 with 11 carries for 42 yards across four games. The running back will still have four seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining, as he played fewer than five games.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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AUGUST 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM