With Lots Of RBs, Kevin Smith's Future With Lions Up In Air

[truebluefan]

"As the Lions headed into the off-season, free-agent running back Kevin Smith was not sure about where his path would lead.

Smith made a valuable contribution this season. He had a career-high 4.9-yard rushing average and had three solid games, including a 140-yard day against Carolina, after signing off the street in the middle of the season.

But Smith struggled with a high-ankle sprain and saw his production wane in the final few games. That, plus four running backs still under contract with the Lions -- Jahvid Best, Mikel Leshoure, Keiland Williams and Joique Bell -- makes his situation sticky in Detroit.

"I'll let my agent handle that," Smith said. "I would love to be here. This is all I know, so I would love to be here. But I understand this is a business, and they're doing whatever they need to make this better. If I'm a part of that, that'll be great. If not, my career will keep moving forward.""

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[rschn360]

I'm sure he will find a spot somewhere. He played well in limited time last season. I wouldn't sign him if I was the Lions though.

[DeeBoy21]

Kevin Smith came off of the couch and had a crazy game and then went back into his old shell and got injury prone again. If he could remain healthy he would be a very solid back. I can't wait to see Leshoure in the backfield!

[Joe Robinson]

I remember really liking this kid out of UCF. If he goes, I hope he is welcomed by the Pats.