Brashard Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

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

Minimal impact versus Chargers Smith compiled two rushes for one yard during Sunday's 16-13 defeat to the Chargers.

Impact Smith once again played third wheel to Kareem Hunt (30 snaps) and Isiah Pacheco (28 snaps) in the backfield, logging just four snaps in a game that saw the Chiefs both get eliminated from playoff contention and lose star quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a torn ACL. With little left to play for the rest of the way, it's not impossible Smith could see a few more touches down the stretch if the coaching staff wants to see what it has in its 2025 seventh-round selection, but Hunt and Pacheco should continue to lead the way.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Totals one touch in Week 14 Smith recorded one rush for seven yards during Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Texans.

Impact While the final score was a 10-point Chiefs loss, the contest remained close enough throughout that KC didn't need to abandon the run until the very end. Thus, Smith saw limited usage, notching just five offensive snaps in the contest. While he continues to be featured a bit as a kick returner, Smith has just one offensive touch to his name in the last two weeks, and there's little to suggest that will change as long as Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt stay healthy.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs are ignoring Brashard Smith while their offense keeps stalling The Kansas City Chiefs are going to need to add some talent at running back next offseason, but first they need to find out what they have i...

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Phased out of offense Smith returned one kickoff for 33 yards during the Chiefs' 31-28 loss to the Cowboys on Thursday.

Impact Smith played just five snaps and didn't see a touch on offense following Isiah Pacheco's return from a three-game absence due to a knee injury. Smith figures to see seldom use on offense in games where Pacheco and Kareem Hunt are both active, though Smith should continue to see work on kickoffs as a returner.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes impact as receiver Smith tallied one rush for five yards and hauled in three of four targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 23-20 overtime win against the Colts.

Impact Smith remains a pass-catching option out of the backfield, akin to Jerrick McKinnon in previous seasons, but he doesn't quite sport the same kind of upside just yet. Smith has made an impact as a receiver through 11 games, notching 19 grabs for 161 yards. However, he's averaged just 3.0 yards per carry on his 29 totes and firmly remains third in the backfield pecking order behind Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt. As long as that duo remains healthy, Smith figures to remain a periphery piece for the Chiefs.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs' Pacheco set to return from injury for Thanksgiving game against Cowboys

The Kansas City Chiefs could have Isiah Pacheco back in the lineup for their Thanksgiving Day game against the Dallas Cowboys

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Limited role against Broncos Smith caught two of three targets for eight yards and failed to record a single rushing attempt in Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Broncos.

Impact Smith continued his role as the de facto No. 2 running back in Week 11 with Isiah Pacheco (knee) sidelined, but he was not a major part of the Chiefs' offensive plans in the contest. The rookie played 12 of the Kansas City's 70 offensive snaps, while teammate Kareem Hunt dominated the backfield snap share with 56 snaps. Week 11 marked just the third time this season that Smith did not handle a single carry. Despite the Chiefs praising the SMU product for his playmaking ability earlier in the season, the team has not seemed committed to using him more in Pacheco's absence. Smith remains difficult to trust for fantasy purposes, even if Pacheco remains sidelined for a Week 12 matchup against the Colts.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos face biggest test yet against the desperate Chiefs as KC tries to get back in AFC West race

The Denver Broncos have started strong with an 8-2 record, thanks to a relentless pass rush

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

How Brashard Smith Became the Chiefs' Midseason Rookie Star Despite drafting a few ballplayers that were among the headliners at their position in the predraft process, Kansas City entered the 2025 ca...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

Limited to three carries on SNF Smith rushed three times for seven yards and was not targeted as a receiver in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Bills.

Impact Smith failed to capitalize on the absence of Isiah Pacheco (knee), finishing the primetime loss with just three total touches. Kareem Hunt (11-49-1) finished as the only fantasy-relevant back Kansas City would produce for fantasy managers Sunday. With a bye week upcoming, Smith could find himself back in the No. 3 spot on the depth chart if Pacheco is ready to return for a Nov. 16 matchup against the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs fans should brace for the Brashard Smith breakout game With Isiah Pacheco sidelined, rookie Brashard Smith could be the key to keeping Kansas City’s ground game alive in Buffalo.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ARROWHEADADDICT.COM

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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

Chiefs' Pacheco set to return from injury for Thanksgiving game against Cowboys

Broncos face biggest test yet against the desperate Chiefs as KC tries to get back in AFC West race