Elerson Smith had a slow start to his NFL career. The New York Giants fourth-round pick out of Northern Iowa missed most of training camp before an extended stay on Injured Reserve. The quick pass-rushing specialist did not see action until Week 11 at Tampa Bay.
Smith’s role is limited. He’s only played in 55 snaps through three games, and he’s yet to record a single tackle. The Pro Football Focus statistics seem bleak, but I don’t believe he’s necessarily struggled.
The Giants fell in love with Smith at the Reese’s Senior Bowl.