Quick Info
| Profession | American football defensive tackle |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/06/2001 |
| Age | 25 years |
| Birthplace | Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Latest News about Mazi Smith
13/10/2026
The Miami Dolphins released Mazi Smith from their practice squad, ending his time with the team. The move was announced the same day the team added defensive lineman Jordan Jefferson.
01/09/2026
The Miami Dolphins signed Mazi Smith to their practice squad after he was released by the New York Jets. The former Dallas Cowboys first-round pick was added as a large interior defensive lineman with the 2026 regular season approaching.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Mazi Smith is an American professional football defensive tackle who played college football for the University of Michigan before being drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He has since played for the New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins, and was most recently on Miami's practice squad in 2026. |
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| Draft Position | First round, 26th overall, 2023 NFL Draft |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
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| Listed Weight | 337 lb (153 kg) |
| Position | Defensive tackle |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | East Kentwood High School, Kentwood, Michigan |
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| College | University of Michigan (2019–2022) |
Family
| Mother | Kenya Smith |
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Career
| NFL Draft | 2023, first round, 26th overall, by the Dallas Cowboys |
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| College Team | Michigan Wolverines |
| Awards and Honours | First-team All-Big Ten (2022) |
| Current Status (as of 20/10/2026) | Not on an active NFL roster; released from the Miami Dolphins practice squad in October 2026 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the New York Jets in November 2025 in a deal for Quinnen Williams. | |
| 2. Was signed by the Miami Dolphins after leaving the New York Jets. | |
| 3. Wore the number 58 with the Dallas Cowboys. |
