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Watch Packers QB Jordan Love’s immediate reaction to Trey Smack’s missed PAT vs. Panthers

Watch Packers QB Jordan Love’s immediate reaction to Trey Smack’s missed PAT vs. Panthers

The Green Bay Packers got the first touchdown of Thursday Night Football against the Carolina Panthers care of tight end Tucker Kraft. It was a significant touchdown for Kraft, who is about to mark the one-year anniversary of the torn ACL he suffered against the Panthers.

Trey Smack News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29
Packers kicker Trey Smack produces one of the loudest ‘doinks’ ever on ‘TNF’

Packers kicker Trey Smack produces one of the loudest ‘doinks’ ever on ‘TNF’

Trey Smack sounded like Shaq at the free-throw line during this week’s game. The Green Bay Packers kicker Smack missed a PAT in extremely embarrassing fashion during “Thursday Night Football” against the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29
NFL kickers struggling in 2026 as missed kicks reach five-year high

NFL kickers struggling in 2026 as missed kicks reach five-year high

The NFL's kicking game has taken a surprising step backward during the 2026 season.

Packers may need to start worrying about rookie kicker Trey Smack 
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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28
NFC Notes: Montez Sweat, Trey Smack, Bears, Packers, Vikings

NFC Notes: Montez Sweat, Trey Smack, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears DE Montez Sweat was recently reinstated from suspension after missing two games for violating the league’s performance-enhancing substances policy.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 29
Packers may need to start worrying about rookie Trey Smack

Packers may need to start worrying about rookie kicker Trey Smack 

Smack came to Green Bay with a ton of promise. He was hailed as the top kicker in the 2026 NFL Draft coming out of Florida, and the Packers even traded up into the late sixth round to select him.

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Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / October 27
More kicking problems for the Packers at kicker

More kicking problems for the Packers at kicker

Just when you thought our kicking problems were solved, here we are again. Kicker Trey Smack has been rather inconsistent with field goals lately and it cost the Packers.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 26
NFC Notes: Jahmyr Gibbs, Trey Smack, Lions, Packers, Vikings

NFC Notes: Jahmyr Gibbs, Trey Smack, Lions, Packers, Vikings

Despite some early bumps in the season, the Lions seem to be picking up momentum after a massive divisional win over the Packers in Week 7. The game was

NFL News / PackersTalk.com / October 27
Same Story, Different Season: Packers Fall in Detroit

Same Story, Different Season: Packers Fall in Detroit

The Green Bay Packers suffered another embarrassing loss on Sunday, falling to the Detroit Lions after they had the game all but squared away. For a team

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 26
Trey Smack is turning into a monster problem for Packers

Trey Smack is turning into a monster problem for Packers

The Green Bay Packers have a problem at kicker, and Trey Smack is running out of room for error. Smack missed two field goals on Sunday, adding to concerns about his reliability at a position where teams need to convert routine opportunities.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / October 26
Packers face uncomfortable kicker question after rookie’s rough start, and 5 outside options could change the conversation

Packers face uncomfortable kicker question after rookie’s rough start, and 5 outside options could change the conversation

Rookie kicker Trey Smack has missed five field goals in seven games, and Green Bay has a practice squad and some market options worth exploring. The Green Bay Packers might hold on to rookie kicker Trey Smack for now.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / October 25
Packers Winners and Losers: Trey Smack Leads Negative List After Loss to Lions

Packers Winners and Losers: Trey Smack Leads Negative List After Loss to Lions

The Green Bay Packers trailed the Detroit Lions 17-14 in the fourth quarter after a wild first half somehow saw the scoreboard only read 10-7 in Detroit’s favor.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25
NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Joe Burrow rallies Bengals

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Joe Burrow rallies Bengals; huge day for running backs

It is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday's NFL Week 7 action.

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Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / October 13
Matt LaFleur, Packers remain confident in Trey Smack despite struggles

Matt LaFleur, Packers remain confident in Trey Smack despite struggles

LaFleur revealed that he's not too worried.

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NFL News / Field Level Media / September 20
Packers score final 13 points, sink Jets in OT

Packers score final 13 points, sink Jets in OT

Green Bay Packers rookie Trey Smack kicked a game-winning 26-yard field goal with 5:23 remaining in overtime to defeat the New York Jets 20-17 at rainy MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Sunday.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Packers Rookie Power Rankings: CB Brandon Cisse and K Trey Smack stand out

Packers Rookie Power Rankings: CB Brandon Cisse and K Trey Smack stand out

The Green Bay Packers didn’t have a first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. That fact alone limits the level of impact they can expect this season from first-year players.

Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / September 9
Packers Coach Says What Fans Need to Know About Trey Smack

Packers Coach Says What Fans Need to Know About Trey Smack

Green Bay Packers special teams coordinator Cam Achord is not treating rookie kicker Trey Smack’s perfect preseason as a guarantee of a perfect fall. Achord, speaking this week about Smack’s unblemished exhibition record, said the 23-year-old will miss at some point.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / August 25
Unexpected roster competition could force the Packers to part ways with veteran

Unexpected roster competition could force the Packers to part ways with veteran

Green Bay seemed to trust veteran long snapper Matthew Orzech, but circumstances have changed with Cal Adomitis and Trey Smack developing some rapport.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / August 24
Even a rival coach is praising a Packers rookie after two dominant preseason performances

Even a rival coach is praising a Packers rookie after two dominant preseason performances

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton praises rookie kicker Trey Smack after impressive game on Friday night. Green Bay Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack has been perfect through two preseason games, and even an opposing head coach has taken notice.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / August 23
The Packers Special Teams Has Actually Been Looking Special

The Packers Special Teams Has Actually Been Looking Special

I know, I know, it’s only been just two preseason games so far, but the Green Bay Packers special teams has actually been looking quite good. I mean, so far, it’s been more than serviceable.

NFL News / PackersTalk.com / August 22
Packers Defeat Broncos 33-13 in Second Preseason Game

Packers Defeat Broncos 33-13 in Second Preseason Game

Green Bay traveled to Denver last night for their second preseason game. After a lackluster performance in their first preseason game against the Steelers, the Packers bounced back well.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / August 20
Can Packers K Trey Smack Do it Again Against the Broncos?

Can Packers K Trey Smack Do it Again Against the Broncos?

The star of the Packers first preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers last week was without a doubt, rookie kicker Trey Smack. Smack was a perfect 3/3 from field goal range.

Green Bay Packers News / The Lead / August 17
Trey Smack Is Green Bay Packers’ Long-Awaited Answer at Kicker

Trey Smack Is Green Bay Packers’ Long-Awaited Answer at Kicker

Ever since Mason Crosby’s departure, the Packers have struggled to find consistency in the kicking game. Anders Carlson was the first to take over in 2023, but plenty of mistakes led to Carlson’s Packers tenure ending the following offseason.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 16
NFC Notes: Brian O’Neill, Trey Smack, Bears, Packers, Vikings

NFC Notes: Brian O’Neill, Trey Smack, Bears, Packers, Vikings

Bears S Xavier Woods‘ one-year contract with the team is for a minimum of $1.3 million. He also received a $50,000 signing bonus. (Biggs) Bears QB Tyson Bagent: “If I’m the backup this year again, I just want to help us win a Super Bowl.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / August 6
Talkin’ Smack: No Panic Over Trey Smack’s Camp Struggles

Talkin’ Smack: No Panic Over Trey Smack’s Camp Struggles

Packers training camp has not opened up the way Trey Smack envisioned. The rookie kicker has struggled early on, missing multiple kicks, including one at the end of a two-minute drill.

Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / August 3
Packers Receive Troubling News Early in Training Camp

Packers Receive Troubling News Early in Training Camp

Green Bay Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack has made 8 of 13 field-goal tries through the early stages of training camp, according to reporting from The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman.

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