SEA Avery Smith
NFL player. Position: CB. Team: SEA.
Quick Facts
- Position: CB (Cornerback)
- Team: SEA (Seattle Seahawks)
- Background: Undrafted free agent (2026), University of Toledo
- Age: 22 years old
2026 Outlook
Traded to the Seahawks on 2026-09-01 (roster cut-down day) from the Chargers for a 2027 sixth-round pick after an impressive preseason showing. Avery impressed with his versatility, playing both nickel (slot) and outside cornerback. Seahawks GM John Schneider and HC Mike Macdonald evaluated him extensively at Toledo and had strong connections vouching for his toughness and instincts. He joins fellow Toledo DBs Andre Fuller and Maxen Hook already on the practice squad or roster, forming a "Toledo Seahawks" contingent in Seattle's secondary. Macdonald is using him to address depth concerns at cornerback following the departure of Riq Woolen to Philadelphia. Smith is competing for reps alongside Devon Witherspoon and Josh Jobe (per Yes Avery Smith surprised Seahawks traded with Chargers for him. It's a CB thing - Tacoma News Tribune).
Role / Depth Chart
Third cornerback competing for snaps in Seattle's secondary; expected to play nickel coverage and special teams.
Injury Status
Healthy.
Recent News
- 2026-09-04 — Yes Avery Smith surprised Seahawks traded with Chargers for him. It’s a CB thing (Yes Avery Smith surprised Seahawks traded with Chargers for him. It’s a CB thing)
- 2026-09-04 — Seahawks trade sixth-round pick to Chargers for undrafted CB Avery Smith (Yes Avery Smith surprised Seahawks traded with Chargers for him. It's a CB thing - Tacoma News Tribune)