NFL·ANALYSIS·September 3, 2026 06:13 AM ET

Falcons eager to get Za'Darius Smith on field

Smith was assigned No. 55 this week.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 31 min read

Jeff Scott on Za'Darius Smith: We have a good understanding of the player. Excited to have him out there. #Falcons Via @marcraimondi on X

What happened: Jeff Scott said Atlanta has a good understanding of Za'Darius Smith and is excited to have him available.

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Why it matters: The comment signals Smith’s integration remains a focus as Atlanta prepares for the upcoming season.

What to watch: Watch for Smith’s role in upcoming Falcons practices.

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