Quick Info
| Profession | American football wide receiver and punt returner |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/09/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Haines City, Florida, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Xavier Smith
06/10/2026
The San Francisco 49ers signed Xavier Smith to their practice squad, five days after the Rams released him. The move came as the 49ers dealt with injuries at wide receiver, and Smith brings 50 career punt returns from three NFL seasons. He was also expected to provide return depth and familiarity with NFC West schemes.
02/10/2026
The Los Angeles Rams waived wide receiver Xavier Smith after he appeared in three games in 2026 and recorded seven punt returns for 69 yards and seven kickoff returns for 144 yards. The team moved on from him after evaluating its special-teams production. Smith had been the Rams' primary punt returner through the first three games of the season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Xavier Smith is an American professional football wide receiver who played in the NFL for the Los Angeles Rams from 2023 to 2026, primarily as a punt returner. He was waived by the Rams on 02/10/2026 and signed with the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad on 06/10/2026. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
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| Weight | 180 lbs (82 kg) |
| Position | Wide receiver |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Florida A&M University |
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Family
| Brother | Kareem Smith |
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Career
| NFL Debut Team | Los Angeles Rams |
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| Entry Route | Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams on 01/05/2023 |
| Rams Seasons | 2024 to 2026 |
| Notable Role | Primary punt returner for the Rams during the 2025 season |
| Current Team | San Francisco 49ers (practice squad) |
| Current Team Signing Date | 06/10/2026 |
| Jersey Number | 15 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He wore number 19 at Florida A&M, the same number his brother Kareem had worn for the Rattlers. | |
| 2. He attended Florida A&M University for six seasons, from 2017 to 2022. | |
| 3. He was released by the Rams in October 2026 after a period of struggles on special teams. |
