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Devonta Smith signs with Panthers as undrafted free agent | Report
TL;DR
Devonta Smith, a former defensive back from Notre Dame and Alabama, has signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent after the 2026 NFL Draft.
Key points
- Devonta Smith signs with Carolina Panthers as undrafted free agent
- Smith previously played at Notre Dame and Alabama
- Panthers selected linebacker Jackson Kuwatch in round 7 of the draft
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Devonta Smith
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Former La Salle High School defensive back Devonta Smith is signing with the Carolina Panthers as a free agent, according to multiple reports, after going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Smith played last season at Notre Dame after playing the previous four seasons at Alabama.
When Smith committed to Alabama in 2020, he received a congratulatory tweet from his cousin, Shaun Alexander, the former Boone County High School, Crimson Tide and Seattle Seahawks standout running back.
Earlier, the Panthers selected linebacker Jackson Kuwatch, a former Lakota West High School standout from Miami University, in round 7 of the draft, 227th overall.
Ahead of the draft, the La Salle football Twitter/X account wished good luck to former Lancers Smith, Cam Porter and DeAgo Brumfield.
Defensive back Devonta Smith played last season at Notre Dame after playing the previous four seasons at Alabama.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Devonta Smith signs with Panthers as undrafted free agent | Report
Q&A
Why did Devonta Smith go undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The reasons for Devonta Smith going undrafted are not specified, but it may relate to team needs or his performance during the draft process.
What impact will Devonta Smith have on the Carolina Panthers?
Devonta Smith's impact on the Panthers will depend on his performance in training camp and how well he adapts to the team's defensive scheme.
