The New York Giants are on the hunt for wide receivers and on the same day they officially re-signed Sterling Shepard, they added another body at the position.
The Giants and former New York Jets wide receiver Jeff Smith have reportedly agreed to terms. He will sign a deal pending a routine physical.
Former #Jets WR Jeff Smith is staying in New York — and signing with the #Giants, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 16, 2023
The 25-year-old Smith originally signed with the Jets an as undrafted free agent out of Boston College in 2019. He was a restricted free agent this offseason but not tendered (and not among those on Aaron Rodgers’ wish list).
At 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds with 4.36 40-yard speed, Smith has a good combination of size and athleticism. In addition to his receiving ability, he also plays gunner on special teams, which will be a welcomed addition for Thomas McGaughey.
In 36 career games (seven starts), Smith has hauled in 34 receptions for 426 yards. He’s also recorded one special teams tackle.
Smith has struggled with drops throughout his career and dating back to college, but brings other diversity to the offense. He played three games at quarterback while attending Boston College and is capable of being involved in trick plays — assuming he makes the roster.
Smith isn’t a splash move by general manager Joe Schoen but he will provide competition this spring at the back end of the wide receiver depth chart.
