Rams waive returner Xavier Smith

Rams release Xavier Smith a day after saying they wouldn't replace him

Less than 24 hours after Rams special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone said the team was not going to replace Xavier Smith, the team released him.

Rams Cut Ties With Fourth-Year Wide Receiver After Blunt Message

The Los Angeles Rams cut ties with Xavier Smith following strong comments about his performance this season.

Rams waive returner Xavier Smith

Earlier this week, Rams special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone told reporters that the team was not considering making a change at punt returner.

Rams Waive WR/KR Xavier Smith

The Los Angeles Rams announced they waived WR/KR Xavier Smith on Friday.  LA Rams Roster Moves:• Waived, No Recall WR Xavier Smith pic.twitter.com/GnSNy8rRP9 — Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) October 2, 2026 He will likely be re-signed to the Rams’ practice squad once he passes through waivers unclaimed.  Smith, 29, originally signed with the Rams as […]