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Having edge rushing depth is important for a multitude of reasons and the Jacksonville Jaguars have struggled to address it for the last couple of seasons.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / June 4

Bills watch second free-agent contributor leave for Jaguars this offseason

It seemed like a good idea when they made the move last offseason, but it turned out to be a one-and-done for the Buffalo Bills. After a one-year stint with the Bills, veteran defensive end Dawuane Smoot is heading back to the team that drafted him at No.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / A to Z Sports / June 4

Jaguars bring back player who they drafted nearly a decade ago after only one season with a different team

The Jacksonville Jaguars continue to pursue some free agency pieces as OTAs rage on around the NFL. The new contingency leading the Jags are not settling on their current roster and want to continue to find depth in any way possible. The Jags are making a reunion happen.

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NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / June 4

3 Observations on Jaguars Signing Dawuane Smoot

The Jacksonville Jaguars made another interesting offseason move on Tuesday, bringing back former long-time veteran defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot. So, what do we make of Smoot returning to the Jaguars after one year with the Buffalo Bills?

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NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / June 3

Jaguars Signing Dawuane Smoot, Trenton Irwin

Jacksonville didn’t address defensive line in the draft, so the Jaguars are turning to their free-agent board. The team is bolstering the position by resigning veteran defensive end Dawuane Smoot, Jacksonville announced Tuesday afternoon.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3

Jaguars Sign DE Dawuane Smoot

The Jacksonville Jaguars announced they signed DE Dawuane Smoot to a contract on Tuesday. He’s returning to Jacksonville after playing there from 2017 to 2023. Smoot, 29, was selected with the No.

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Rumblings / December 15, 2024

Bills activate DE Smoot, LB Spector amid flurry of roster moves

The Bills made some moves ahead of their showdown with the Detroit Lions The Buffalo Bills made quite a few roster moves ahead of this week’s game against the Detroit Lions.

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Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 14, 2024

Bills make four roster moves prior to marquee matchup vs. Lions

The Buffalo Bills have officially welcomed defensive end Dawuane Smoot and linebacker Baylon Spector back onto the 53-man roster. Scheduled to visit the Detroit Lions for a December 15 matchup, the Bills activated Smoot and Spector off of Injured Reserve.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 14, 2024

Bills Announce Six Roster Moves

The Bills announced six roster moves on Saturday including activating DE Dawuane Smoot and LB Baylon Spector from injured reserve. They also elevated S Kareem Jackson and QB Mike White from the practice squad, while releasing OL Will Clapp and WR Jalen Virgil.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 12, 2024

Two injured defenders return to Bills' practice after month-long absence

The Buffalo Bills may soon again have the services of rotational defensive end Dawuane Smoot and second-string linebacker Baylon Spector. The two men, who remain on Injured Reserve, were full participants at Wednesday's walkthrough practice in Orchard Park.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 11, 2024

Bills Bringing Two Back From IR

The Buffalo Bills are designating DE Dawuane Smoot and LB Baylon Spector to return from injured reserve, per Katherine Fitzgerald. This opens a three-week window for them to practice with the team before they have to be added to the active roster. Smoot, 29, was selected with the No.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 6, 2024

Bills HC provides update on potential return of veteran DE recently placed on IR

The Buffalo Bills bolstered the depth across their defensive line on Wednesday with the signings of defensive tackles Jordan Phillips and Quinton Jefferson, and there’s reason to believe that the team will receive internal reinforcements before the end of the season.

NFL News / Dawg Pound Daily / November 6, 2024

Bills snag another former Browns player after Dawuane Smoot goes on IR

The Cleveland Browns were fairly quiet at the trade deadline on Nov. 5. While they were able to get two draft picks for Za'Darius Smith in a move that landed him with the Detroit Lions, those picks were late rounders that might not amount to long lasting talent.

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Talk / November 5, 2024

Bills officially place DL Dawuane Smoot on IR with wrist injury

The Bills officially placed defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot on injured reserve, the team announced Tuesday. Smoot has a wrist injury that requires surgery.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Rumblings / November 5, 2024

Bills DE Duwuane Smoot headed to IR; Coleman needs further tests

The Bills Week 9 win came at a cost. The Buffalo Bills walked out of Week 9 with a huge win over the Miami Dolphins, a four-game lead in the AFC East, in possession of the second seed in the conference, and — of course — a whole new laundry list of injuries.

Buffalo Bills News / Field Level Media / November 4, 2024

Bills DE Dawuane Smoot (wrist) to have surgery, go on IR

Buffalo defensive end Dawuane Smoot will have surgery for his wrist injured Sunday in a home win over the Miami Dolphins and will be placed on injured reserve, Bills coach Sean McDermott said Monday.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 20, 2024

Defensive end salivating to make Bills' debut against former team

The past couple of weeks weren't fun for Dawuane Smoot, who missed the Buffalo Bills' first two games due to a toe injury. "It sucks. It sucks not being out there with your guys," said Smoot on Wednesday in Orchard Park.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / July 26, 2024

Overlooked free-agent addition brings 'old school edge' to Bills' defense

There's a reason why the Buffalo Bills have not used their remaining salary cap space to add a veteran defensive end, and his name is Dawuane Smoot. After spending his first seven NFL seasons as part of the Jacksonville Jaguars defensive line rotation, Smoot signed a one-year contract with the Bills during the first week of May.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / June 8, 2024

Bills' Dawuane Smoot out to prove 'best guy gets the job'

It's what veteran defensive end Dawuane Smoot signed up for when he joined the Buffalo Bills. "They say, 'Yea, I mean out here in Buffalo, we compete. The best guy gets the job and it's all love at the end of the day,'" said Smoot during an appearance on One Bills Live last month.

NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / May 3, 2024

Former Jaguars DL Dawuane Smoot Signs With Buffalo Bills

One of the most consistent and reliable Jacksonville Jaguars in recent history has signed with a new team. The Buffalo Bills announced the signing of long-time Jaguars defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot on Friday, marking the first time in Smoot's career he has not been on the Jaguars' roster.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / January 11, 2024

Dawuane Smoot Weighs In on How Jaguars’ 2023 ‘Just Kind of Got off the Rails a Little Bit’

All members of the Jacksonville Jaguars' organization are likely doing a bit of soul-searching this week. That is what happens when you collapse the way they did.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / July 21, 2023

Jaguars steal veteran DE from Ravens

The Ravens have been in search of another defensive lineman with many believing a deal could be coming soon. However, the Jaguars ended any speculation after stealing the veteran on Friday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / July 20, 2023

Ravens show interest in adding veteran DE with latest visit

The former third-round pick from the 2017 NFL Draft has been a dependable player, posting at least five sacks in four straight seasons. He has spent his entire career with the Jaguars thus far but is searching for a new home.

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