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Bears Receiver Has Vikings Games Circled Former Vikings receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette has been in Chicago a short time but has two games with his old team circled.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Ihmir Smith-Marsette Leaps For Haul In 16-Yard Grab Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette's shows off Velcro hands plucking 16-yard throw.

AUGUST 28, 2022 • VIKINGS.COM

Struggles as punt returner Smith-Marsette had four receptions for 27 yards on four targets in Saturday's preseason loss to San Francisco. He fumbled a punt return out of bounds and bobbled another, the Minne...

Impact Smith-Marsette has made a strong case this preseason to be the No. 4 wide receiver, but his perch atop the depth chart at punt returner looks shaky. Winning a role on special teams could help him win a reserve receiver role in competition with Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen Nailor.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Looks sharp in preseason opener Smith-Marsette had three receptions for 31 yards on five targets in Sunday's preseason loss at Las Vegas. He also had three kick returns for an average of 18.3 yards and loss four...

Impact Smith-Marsette looked sharp and is likely the leading candidate for the No. 4 receiver role that could get more usage under new head coach Kevin O'Connell. It looks like Smith-Marsette could win the punt return job as well.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as top punt retuner Smith-Marsette is listed as the primary punt returner on Minnesota's first depth chart of the preseason even though he has never returned a punt in an NFL regular-season game, the...

Impact The 2021 fifth-round pick missed some practice time this spring with a lower-leg injury that seems to have been minor. He saw only six targets as a rookie, while K.J. Osborn emerged as the No. 3 receiver, but Smith-Marsette did flash some promise at the end of the season with three catches for 103 yards and a TD in Week 18. If he can carve out a role on special teams, he could win a reserve receiver role in competition with Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen Nailor.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy for camp Coach Kevin O'Connell said Smith-Marsette (leg) is "looking great" and should be a full-go for the start of training camp, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact The 2021 fifth-round pick missed some practice time this spring with a lower-leg injury that seems to have been minor. He saw only six targets as a rookie while K.J. Osborn emerged as the No. 3 receiver, but Smith-Marsette did flash some promise at the end of the season with three catches for 103 yards and a TD in Week 18. He'll compete for the Vikings' No. 4 spot at wide receiver, challenged by Bisi Johnson, Albert Wilson, Dan Chisena and sixth-round rookie Jalen Nailor.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with lower-leg injury Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said Wednesday that Smith-Marsette is out for the rest of the spring due to a lower-leg injury he suffered during a recent workout, Chris Tomasso...

Impact Smith-Marsette finished his rookie campaign with five receptions for 116 yards and two scores across eight appearances. It's unclear how serious his injury is, but any missed time will affect his development heading into his second second season. If healthy, Smith-Marsette will likely slot in behind Justin Jefferson, Adam Thielen and K.J. Osborn on the depth chart to start the 2022 campaign.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four Things We Learned at the Vikings' Second Open OTA Practice of 2022 Ihmir Smith-Marsette is a new name to watch in the punt returner mix.

MAY 25, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Pair of long receptions Smith-Marsette recorded three catches on three targets for 103 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-17 win over the Bears.

Impact Smith-Marsette has had the chance for more consistent snaps in the last few games with Adam Thielen (ankle) sidelined. He did not record a target or reception in Week 17 but exploded for huge gains of 44, 40 and 19 yards to record the first 100-yard game of his career in Sunday's win. Even with the explosive effort, Smith-Marsette figures to enter the 2022 campaign buried on the wide receiver depth chart behind at least Justin Jefferson, Thielen and K.J. Osborn.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings rookie Ihmir Smith-Marsette provides optimism for next season with strong outing Entering Sunday’s finale against Chicago, Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said he didn’t plan to use rookies a lot who hadn’t played much during t...

JANUARY 10, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

Healthy scratch for Week 16 Smith-Marsette (coach's decision) is a healthy inactive for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact After playing a career-high 48 percent of the offensive snaps and providing one of Minnesota's two touchdowns in its 17-9 win over Chicago in Week 15, Smith-Marsette won't suit up Sunday with fellow wideouts Adam Thielen (ankle), Dede Westbrook (reserve/COVID-19 list) and Dan Chisena (reserve/COVID-19 list) all returning to action this weekend. Currently sixth on the depth chart at receiver, Smith-Marsette could be inactive for the rest of the season so long as the top five options are all available.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first career touchdown Smith-Marsette secured one of two targets for a seven-yard touchdown during Monday's 17-9 win over the Bears.

Impact Smith-Marsette logged a career-high 48 percent of snaps while hauling in his first TD during Monday's divisional matchup. The rookie fifth-round pick doubtless saw increased opportunities with Adam Thielen (ankle) sidelined, and both Dede Westbrook (illness) and Dan Chisena (illness) on the COVID-19 list, however, and he still operated behind K.J. Osborn. Depending on the state of Minnesota's receiving corps, Smith-Marsette's involvement on offense could sharply decline versus the Rams in Week 16.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

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Ihmir Smith-Marsette racks up 140 receiving yards, two TDs in No. 16 Iowa's 28-7 win over Wisconsin

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Ihmir Smith-Marsette's touchdown gives Iowa the lead over Illinois, 21-14

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Ihmir Smith-Marsette finishes what he started punching in Iowa TD to go up 14-0 on Wisconsin

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Ihmir Smith-Marsette scores again to put Iowa up 35-21 on Illinois

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Jones' kick return lifts No. 18 Iowa past Illinois 33-23

Charlie Jones had a 100-yard kickoff return for No. 18 Iowa’s first touchdown as the Hawkeyes defeated Illinois 33-23

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Sitting against Baltimore Smith-Marsette (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Ravens.

Impact Smith-Marsette battled a toe injury earlier in the season, but he returned for a Week 8 matchup against Dallas and recorded one reception for six yards. Dan Chisena has been active for each of the last three games and appears to have surpassed Smith-Marsette for a depth role among the team's wide receiver corps.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Week 6 Smith-Marsette was inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official website reports.

Impact Smith-Marsette was dealing with a toe injury throughout the week, but he was able to log full practices Thursday and Friday before being ruled inactive for Week 6. The 22-year-old wideout should be ready to go when the Vikings return from their bye for a matchup with the Cowboys on Oct. 31.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Practices with limitations Smith-Marsette (toe) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Impact Smith-Marsette has been unavailable the past two games due to the toe injury, so it's a good sign to see him back at practice. The rookie fifth-round pick could avoid an injury designation for Sunday at Carolina if he can practice without limitations within the next couple days.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Officially inactive Smith-Marsette (toe) is officially inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

Impact Smith-Marsette was ruled out from the game earlier in the week, but Sunday's inactives make that official. It will be his second consecutive absence, and he did not participate in practice in any capacity during the week. Smith-Marsette's absence should solidify the roles of K.J. Osborn and Dede Westbrook in Week 5.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Lions Smith-Marsette (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact Smith-Marsette will sit out for a second consecutive game due to this toe injury. The rookie fifth-round pick will set his sights on healing up in time to rejoin his teammates on the field against the Panthers in Week 6.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Wednesday Smith-Marsette (toe) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Smith-Marsette didn't appear in Sunday's loss to the Browns due to his toe injury, and he's still unable to practice. Even if the 22-year-old is active for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Lions, he's unlikely to play a significant role.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Week 4 Smith-Marsette (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact K.J. Osborn is expected to take over kick returning duties in Smith-Marsette's absence, piling more onto an already full plate that includes punt returns and a significant role in the offense for Osborn. Smith-Marsette will look to overcome his toe injury in time to return against the Lions in Week 5.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Ihmir Smith-Marsette racks up 140 receiving yards, two TDs in No. 16 Iowa's 28-7 win over Wisconsin

Ihmir Smith-Marsette's touchdown gives Iowa the lead over Illinois, 21-14

Ihmir Smith-Marsette finishes what he started punching in Iowa TD to go up 14-0 on Wisconsin

Ihmir Smith-Marsette scores again to put Iowa up 35-21 on Illinois

Jones' kick return lifts No. 18 Iowa past Illinois 33-23