Durham Smythe turns 31

He enters his ninth NFL season as a blocking tight end.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 91 min read

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What happened: The Aug. 9 birthday arrives during NFL preseason preparations. Smythe is competing for a role built primarily around blocking.

Why it matters: His value comes from supporting the running game rather than generating heavy receiving volume.

By the numbers: Smythe has played at least 15 games in each of his first eight NFL seasons.

What to watch: His preseason usage will clarify how often he lines up across the formation or in the backfield.

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