The addition of corner Sean Smith opposite David Amerson was supposed so solidify the Oakland Raiders' secondary. In Week 1, that plan failed miserably
The eight-year pro was a leaky disaster. He couldn't cover any of the Saints top receivers. Brandin Cooks burned him on a 98-yard TD, which made the 29-year-old looks uber slow. Willie Snead out muscled him. Rookie Michael Thomas made some difficult catches look routine against the veteran.
Coach Jack Del Rio saw enough, benching Smith in the middle of the game.