XAVIER SMITH #19 - WIDE RECEIVER - LOS ANGELES RAMS
303  YDS  •
18  REC  •
0  TD 
#19 - WIDE RECEIVER - LOS ANGELES RAMS
303 YDS
18 REC
0 TD
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Rams vs. Chargers: As Matthew Stafford tests his back, others fight for roster spots After Matthew Stafford's private workout, Stetson Bennett and Xavier Smith will be among the Rams eager to play well against the Chargers.
AUGUST 15, 2025 • LATIMES.COM
Snags 39-yard catch in win Smith caught all three of his targets for 55 yards during Saturday's 31-21 preseason victory against the Cowboys.
Impact The Rams' primary return man from last season showcased his skills as a receiver on Saturday, making a contested catch on a long pass from Stetson Bennett on 4th and 6 that led to a Blake Corum rushing touchdown. With the Rams likely to roster six wide receivers, as has been the trend in recent years, the final roster spot is likely to come down to either Smith, Britain Covey, Mario Williams or Brennan Presley. Smith already has an upper hand on the role as the incumbent return man, so consider him the early favorite to earn the final roster spot at wide receiver for the Rams.
AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Blake Corum, Xavier Smith and Pooh Paul react to preseason win over Dallas Cowboys | Locker Room Interviews Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum (0:00), wide receiver Xavier Smith (0:26) and linebacker Pooh Paul (4:00) react to today's preseas...
AUGUST 10, 2025 • THERAMS.COM
HIGHLIGHTS: Rams' top plays from preseason win over the Cowboys | Xavier Smith's 39-yard catch, Cam Lampkin's end zone interception & more Watch the Los Angeles Rams' top plays from their preseason week 1 win against the Dallas Cowboys.
AUGUST 10, 2025 • THERAMS.COM
Sean McVay & Stetson Bennett Recap Preseason Win Over Cowboys & Assess Young Player Development
AUGUST 10, 2025 • YOUTUBE
Blake Corum, Xavier Smith & Pooh Paul React To Preseason Win Over Dallas Cowboys
AUGUST 10, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Stetson Bennett throws 2 TD passes, looks sharp in Rams' 31-21 preseason victory over Cowboys

Stetson Bennett led the Los Angeles Rams to a 31-21 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in both teams' preseason opener
AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press
Xavier Smith makes a 15-yard catch at high point for another Rams first down Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Xavier Smith makes a 15-yard reception from a pass thrown by quarterback Stetson Bennett.
AUGUST 10, 2025 • NFL.COM
Can't Miss Play: Stetson Bennett tosses 39-yard DIME to Xavier Smith Los Angeles Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett completes a 39-yard pass to wide receiver Xavier Smith.
AUGUST 10, 2025 • NFL.COM
HIGHLIGHTS: WR Xavier Smith high points a 15-yard catch for another Rams first down vs. the Cowboys Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Xavier Smith makes a 15-yard reception from a pass thrown by quarterback Stetson Bennett resulting in a first...
AUGUST 10, 2025 • THERAMS.COM
HIGHLIGHTS: Rams QB Stetson Bennett 39-yard DIME to WR Xavier Smith against the Cowboys Los Angeles Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett completes a 39-yard pass to wide receiver Xavier Smith against the Dallas Cowboys.
AUGUST 10, 2025 • THERAMS.COM

Rams sign former Eagles kick returner Britain Covey to a 1-year deal

Kick returner and receiver Britain Covey agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams
MAY 5, 2025 • Associated Press
Used primarily as return man Smith caught two passes for six yards, rushed twice for 30 yards and logged 155 yards as a kick returner and 178 yards as a punt returner during the 2024 regular season.
Impact After spending all of 2023 on the practice squad, the Rams brought Smith on to serve as a return specialist, and he accrued a total of 333 yards in the role. Smith is under contract with the Rams for one more season, and with Demarcus Robinson, Tutu Atwell and Tyler Johnson all unrestricted free agents, a more expanded role may be in the cards for Smith in 2025.
JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Sticks to special teams in Week 15 Smith returned one punt for 10 yards while playing all 13 of his snaps on special teams in Thursday's 12-6 win over the 49ers.
Impact Smith was one of seven Rams receivers active Thursday, but he went without any snaps on offense for the second straight game while the other six wideouts all worked ahead of him. He'll continue to bring most of his value to the Rams in the return game.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Sticks to special teams in Week 15 Smith returned one punt for 10 yards while playing all 13 of his snaps on special teams in Thursday's 12-6 win over the 49ers.
Impact Smith was one of seven Rams receivers active Thursday, but he went without any snaps on offense for the second straight game while the other six wideouts all worked ahead of him. He'll continue to bring most of his value to the Rams in the return game.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Makes most of five offensive snaps Smith rushed twice for 30 yards and returned one punt for eight yards during Sunday's 20-15 win against the Raiders.
Impact Smith showcased his speed in the third quarter, bursting on the outside and breaking off a 24-yard run that led to a Kyren Williams rushing touchdown one play later. Smith hasn't had a lot of opportunities to showcase his talents in a crowded Rams' receiving corps, and Cooper Kupp (ankle) is likely to return in Week 8 against the Vikings. This big play by Smith may end up just being a blip on the radar, while he is relegated back to strictly punt return duties for the Rams.
OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Promoted to active roster The Rams signed Smith off the practice squad to the active roster Wednesday.
Impact The Rams signed Smith to the active roster as they had elevated him from the practice squad three times this season, which is the most a team is allowed to do so. Smith has served primarily on special teams on punt returns, but he did play eight offensive snaps in Week 5 against the Packers and caught both of his targets for six yards.
OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to practice squad Smith reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday.
Impact Smith was elevated for his third and final eligible time for Sunday's loss to the Packers. The 27-year-old saw two targets in the matchup, catching both for a total of six yards. If he's going to suit up in Week 7, after the team's bye week, he'll need to be signed to the 53-man roster or waived and re-signed.
OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Elevated from practice squad The Rams elevated Smith from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
Impact This is the third and final time Smith can be elevated from the practice squad, and if the Rams want him to stick around, they would have to sign him to the active roster following Sunday's game against the Packers. Smith has played 19 snaps (two on offense, 17 on special teams) over his two regular-season outings.
OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Xavier Smith Relives His 49ers Punt Return & Omar Ruiz Previews Rams vs. Packers | Ricky's Ram Jam
OCTOBER 2, 2024 • YOUTUBE
Back with practice squad Smith reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Impact Smith was elevated ahead of Sunday's loss to the Bears, most notably turning one punt return in 17 yards while playing 10 snaps with the special-teams unit. He failed to record any stats on offense, playing two snaps in the contest. Smith can be elevated one more time before Los Angeles would have to sign him to their active roster.
OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Joins active roster Smith was elevated to the Rams' active roster Saturday.
Impact Smith has been elevated to the Rams' active roster for the second consecutive week as the team continues to deal with injuries in its wide receiver room. The 27-year-old played seven special-teams snaps during Los Angeles' Week 3 win over the 49ers, and he's expected to have a similar role in Week 4.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
FAMU alum Xavier Smith ignites NFL on birthday weekend Another memorable birthday weekend for Xavier Smith as he breakouts in the NFL for the LA Rams.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM
Reverts to practice squad Smith reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Impact The wide receiver played seven snaps on special teams in his NFL debut against the 49ers on Sunday, returning one punt for 38 yards and making a fair catch. Smith signed with the Rams' practice squad after failing to make the 53-man roster out of training camp.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Reverts to practice squad Smith reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Impact The wide receiver played seven snaps on special teams in his NFL debut against the 49ers on Sunday, returning one punt for 38 yards and making a fair catch. Smith signed with the Rams' practice squad after failing to make the 53-man roster out of training camp.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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