The San Francisco 49ers may have a 4-0 record at this point in the season, but they are dealing with plenty of injury trouble. Now, as a result of this, the 49ers have added a new wide receiver to their group. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the 49ers have signed wide receiver Xavier Smith to their practice squad.
With the 49ers dealing with plenty of injuries, it makes sense that they are taking a chance on Smith. He will now provide their depth with another solid wide receiver who has NFL experience. Smith was recently cut by the Los Angeles Rams.
Now, after spending less than a week as a free agent, he has landed his new opportunity on the 49ers' practice squad. Smith appeared in three games for the Rams this season before being released, where he did not record a reception. This was after he had 18 receptions and 303 receiving yards with Rams star Matthew Stafford as his quarterback last season.
Now, Smith will be looking to impress while on the 49ers' practice squad. If he does, it will help his chances of being promoted to San Francisco's active roster. In 34 career NFL games over three seasons, he has recorded 20 receptions and 309 receiving yards.
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