Kevin Smith, RB, N/A

Position/Rank	NFL Team	Status	Experience	Age	Height	Weight	Twitter
RB - #57	---	Active	6 years	26	6'1	217	@kevinsmith34

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2012 Outlook: Quality Backup

Last updated on Aug-12-2012 by Matt De Lima

Kevin Smith deserved another shot with his former team and he earned it when Detroit signed him during a rash of injuries suffered at the running back position. In his second week back on the field, he put up over 200 total yards and three touchdowns. If Jahvid Best sustains another big injury, the former Central Florida back is on the short list to reap the fantasy benefits. Let's not forget though that Smith's career was originally cut short because he couldn't stay healthy. If injuries pile up, Smith has already proven he can be good for a productive week or two, but he doesn't seem able to sustain that success.

Update (8/12): Smith should be considered Detroit's top back due to the injury concerns of both Best and Mikel Leshoure. Just remember this is a fluid situation that could end up changing week-to-week during the regular season.

2012 Mock Draft Results

Month	Position	Franchise/Comments
MyFantasyLeague Expert Draft May 2, 2012	15.02	TheProFFiler
2012 Experts Mock Draft (June) June 6, 2012 - June 25, 2012	14.08	DraftCalc.com
2012 Experts Mock Draft (July) July 16 - 27	15.05	DraftCalc.com
2012 Experts Mock Draft (August) Aug 14 - 24	6.09	FFToday.com - Smith surprised everyone when he was pulled off the street midseason last year and performed well. Off the street people! Now look at him, the last guy standing between him, Jahvid Best and Mikel Leshoure to start the season, and with a full training camp under his belt. Smith showed his talent as a rookie and has clearly re-dedicated himself to the game with his comeback. Staying healthy has always been a concern for Smith, but with so many pros in his favor - talent, opportunity, high powered offense, pass catcher - he is a good bet to produce what I need, and perhaps then some, getting him at this point in the draft when RB pickings are slim.

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