"The 24-year-old former Down GAA goalkeeper, kicked a game-winning field goal against the Carolina Panthers last week. Under NFL rules, after three practice squad elevations this season, Smyth had to be signed to the active roster to play again - meaning he's now set for his fourth straight start when the Saints face the New York Jets at the Superdome on Sunday (6pm Irish time)."
"He made his debut in November after replacing Blake Grupe, who was waived and later signed by the Colts. Smyth beat veteran Cade York for the starting role, immediately nailing a 56-yard field goal and executing an onside kick against the Miami Dolphins. He has featured in wins over the Buccaneers and Panthers, including a dramatic 46-yard game-winner, and has converted nine of ten kicks across three games."
24-year-old former Down GAA goalkeeper Smyth joined the Saints' practice squad through the NFL's International Player Pathway Program. He was elevated three times this season and had to be signed to the active roster under NFL rules. He made his debut in November after replacing Blake Grupe, who was waived and later signed by the Colts. Smyth beat veteran Cade York for the starting role, immediately nailing a 56-yard field goal and executing an onside kick against the Miami Dolphins. He has featured in wins over the Buccaneers and Panthers, including a dramatic 46-yard game-winner, and has converted nine of ten kicks across three games.
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