Rams Sign Xavier Smith Off 49ers Practice Squad

In a move involving wide receiver CJ Daniels, the Los Angeles Rams have signed Xavier Smith off San Francisco's practice squad. The transaction occurred hours after the 49ers traded Keenan Allen to the Indianapolis Colts and placed defensive tackle Gracen Halton on injured reserve.

Smith, who played collegiately at Florida A&M from 2017-22, joined the Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2023. He caught 20 passes for 309 yards over 31 games with Los Angeles in his rookie season but was waived last month before rejoining San Francisco.

The article notes that no transactions involving Brandon Aiyuk were reported, and the Rams' passing game remains a concern due to injuries among their top receivers. With key players like Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, Terrance Ferguson, and Jordan Whittington unavailable, head coach Sean McVay may need to utilize rookie wide receiver CJ Daniels against upcoming opponents.