Brashard Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Not very involved Monday Smith had zero carries during Monday's 31-10 win versus the Broncos.

Impact Kenneth Walker was heavily involved versus the Broncos. While Emmett Johnson got some work behind him, recording eight carries, Smith was a non-factor, logging just three snaps on special teams. The backfield arrangement isn't expected to change, at least while Walker and Johnson are healthy, meaning Smith should be the odd man out for the foreseeable future.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to revive their rush attack. Denver is first up on Monday night

The Kansas City Chiefs knew they needed to upgrade the running back position after a 6-11 finish last season

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Where Brashard Smith Believes He Can Be Most Impactful With another offseason in the books, Smith thinks he's reaching a new level entering year No. 2.

SEPTEMBER 10 • SI.COM

Beats out Demercado for roster spot Smith is the third and final running back on the Chiefs' 53-man roster for the 2026 regular season, Matt McMullen of the team's official site reports.

Impact Smith and Emari Demercado entered training camp battling for a depth spot on the Chiefs' active roster, but the former ended up winning that RB3 role behind Kenneth walker and rookie fifth-rounder Emmett Johnson. Smith, a 2025 seventh-rounder, played in all 17 regular-season games in his rookie campaign, turning 44 carries into 151 yards (3.4 YPC) while catching 25 passes (on 35 targets) for 172 yards and a touchdown. Walker figures to be the bellcow running back for the Chiefs, but Smith could see the field on passing downs to give the former a breather.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brashard Smith on Special Teams: 'That's the Spark That Gets the Offense Going' | Press Conference 9/2 Brashard Smith speaks to the media on Wednesday, September 2.

SEPTEMBER 2 • CHIEFS.COM

Seattle's Myers misses field goal as time expires and Seahawks play to 9-9 tie with Chiefs

Seattle’s Jason Myers missed a 52-yard field goal as time expired, and the Seahawks played to a 9-9 tie with the Kansas City Chiefs in a preseason matchup of rookie third-string qu...

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Can't-Miss Play: Brashard Smith Turns On Turbo Boost for a 57-yard Kick Return Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith returns a kick for 57 yards.

AUGUST 29 • CHIEFS.COM

Listed fourth on initial depth chart Smith is listed as the No. 4 running back on the unofficial depth chart Kansas City released ahead of the preseason, Pete Grathoff of the Kansas City Star reports.

Impact Smith has his work cut out for him to earn a role on offense, though the pecking order between Emari Demercado, Emmett Johnson and Smith is far from set in stone behind lead back Kenneth Walker. Even if Smith fails to move up the depth chart, he has a decent chance of making the 53-man roster thanks to his contributions on special teams. General manager Brett Veach said that Smith "adds value as a dynamic speed element and his return game as a punt kick returner."

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Brashard Smith on Ken Walker: 'He's a Great Vet To Be Behind' | Press Conference 8/18 Brashard Smith speaks to the media following training camp practice on Tuesday, August 18.

AUGUST 18 • CHIEFS.COM

First-round pick Ty Simpson throws 2 TD passes, rallies Rams past Chiefs 20-12 in preseason debut

First-round pick Ty Simpson threw for 190 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday, helping the Los Angeles Rams rally for a 20-12 win over the Kansas City Chiefs

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs could reportedly move on from Brashard Smith as running game will have Kenneth Walker as workhorse As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to get more run-oriented, Kenneth Walker III becoming the workhorse back could make the team cut Brashard...

MAY 17 • BOLAVIP.COM

Team signs Walker, Demercado at RB Smith is expected to fill a complementary role alongside Emari Demercado behind Kenneth Walker in Kansas City's new-look backfield, Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star reports.

Impact The Chiefs have parted ways with Isiah Pacheco and look unlikely to bring back Kareem Hunt, but Walker's expected to handle the bulk of the rushing workload after signing a three-year contract with the team, leaving Smith and the newly signed Demercado to compete for change-of-pace duties. Smith had 44 carries for 151 yards while adding 25 catches for 172 yards and a touchdown on 35 targets in 2025, showing some promising pass catching skills as a rookie seventh-round pick.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs land Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker on a 3-year deal worth up to $45M, AP source says

The Chiefs and Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker have agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $45 million, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Pres...

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Inside Scoop: Brashard Smith's Performance Against the Raiders Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen dives into how Brashard Smith's performance in the final game of the season can be a springboard for the...

JANUARY 6 • CHIEFS.COM

Brashard Smith made Week 18 matter in a game where nothing else did Brashard Smith made the most of his chance and showed why he deserves a real look in the Chiefs’ 2026 backfield.

JANUARY 5 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Gets chance as lead back Smith rushed the ball 12 times for 56 yards in Sunday's 14-12 loss to the Raiders. He added two receptions on four targets for two yards.

Impact Smith got the chance to serve as the lead back for the Chiefs with Isiah Pacheco (rest) sidelined. Smith led the team with 12 rushing attempts -- his highest mark since Week 7 -- and delivered solid chunk gains of 14, 10 and nine yards. He was not utilized much in his rookie season, but Smith's potential role in 2026 will be worth monitoring, as Kansas City is likely to remake its running back depth chart.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Brashard Smith Dashes for a 14-yard Gain Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith rushes for a 14-yard gain against the Las Vegas Raiders during Week 18.

JANUARY 4 • CHIEFS.COM

Which Chiefs Rookie Wants to Look the Part in Year 2 KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A, B, C or all of the above? Brashard Smith could easily evolve into the NFL’s most exciting multiple-choice player. The...

JANUARY 2 • SI.COM

Chiefs might finally see what Brashard Smith can do if they get out of the way A telling contrast between Isiah Pacheco and Brashard Smith underscored why the Chiefs’ stagnant backfield needs a reset.

JANUARY 1 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Andy Reid on Raiders, Chris Oladokun, Brashard Smith and More | Press Conference 12/31 Andy Reid speaks to the media on Wednesday, December 31.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Nabs touchdown pass versus Broncos Smith had zero carries and reeled in three of his four targets for five yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 20-13 loss to the Broncos.

Impact Smith has seen a slight uptick in his snap share over the last couple of weeks, and it wouldn't be shocking if that's the case again in the season finale in Week 18 with Kansas City eliminated from playoff contention for the first time since 2014. The rookie back hasn't proved a ton as a runner, averaging just under 3.0 yards per carry, but he's been a solid contributor as a receiver out of the backfield, hauling in 23 of his 31 targets for 170 yards and a touchdown in his inaugural NFL campaign. He'll have one more opportunity to add to that total before his rookie season expires.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nix's late TD pass and stand by Broncos defense finishes off 20-13 win over Chiefs

Bo Nix ran for a touchdown and threw a go-ahead pass to R

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Brashard Smith's 44-yard Punt Return Sets Up Kansas City Chiefs in Denver Broncos Territory Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith burns the Denver Broncos special teams with a 44-yard punt return.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

TOUCHDOWN! Brashard Smith Breaks a Tackle on His Way into the End Zone Kansas City Chiefs running back Brashard Smith catches a pass out of the backfield from Chiefs quarterback Chris Oladokun, breaks a tackle a...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • CHIEFS.COM

Minimal involvement against Titans Smith caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 26-9 loss to the Titans.

Impact Smith failed to record a single carry in the contest while the Chiefs' offense attempted just 15 rushes against the Titans. The rookie played just eight of Kansas City's 45 offensive snaps Sunday, failing to play double-digit snaps for the tenth time this season. With such limited usage, Smith remains far off the fantasy radar as the Chiefs get set to host the Broncos in Week 17.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to revive their rush attack. Denver is first up on Monday night

Seattle's Myers misses field goal as time expires and Seahawks play to 9-9 tie with Chiefs

First-round pick Ty Simpson throws 2 TD passes, rallies Rams past Chiefs 20-12 in preseason debut

Chiefs land Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker on a 3-year deal worth up to $45M, AP source says

Nix's late TD pass and stand by Broncos defense finishes off 20-13 win over Chiefs