Zero NFL Workouts For Cam Smith And Nobody Is Talking About The Real Problem

Okay, listen up, 12s, because while our Hawks are grinding and the NFL season is still a bit off, there's a story brewing from the UFL that tells you everything about the absolute brutal fight it takes to make it in this league. The UFL season just wrapped up, and we're seeing two very different paths for a couple of former Miami Dolphins draft picks. Wide receiver Erik Ezukanma just inked a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles this week, a huge win for him after his time in the UFL. But on the flip side, cornerback Cam Smith? Crickets. Seriously, the dude hasn't even gotten so much as an NFL workout, and that's a problem.

Ezukanma's Hard-Fought Comeback Story

Let's talk about Ezukanma first, because this is the kind of grit Seattle fans can appreciate. The guy was a second-round pick for the Dolphins back in 2022, but it just didn't click for him in Miami, only appearing in five games over three seasons. His former wide receivers coach, Wes Welker, even mentioned more than once that Ezukanma struggled to pick up the offense. He was cut before the 2025 season, ending up on the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad, but never played a regular season game that year. So, he went to the UFL, playing for the DC Defenders. He didn't light the world on fire with stats, snagging just 15 catches in 10 regular season games, plus nine rushing attempts for 75 yards. But that versatility, the same trait that once intrigued the Dolphins, clearly caught the Eagles' eye. He

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put in the work, kept fighting, and now he's got another shot in the NFL. That's a testament to sticking with it, even when things get tough.

The Haunting Silence Around Cam Smith

Now, for Cam Smith, it's a much tougher pill to swallow. He was the top pick for the Dolphins in the 2023 draft, a second-round selection out of South Carolina. He played 21 games for Miami in 2023 and 2024, but never started a single one. Injuries plagued his time there too; he was eventually placed on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list last summer before the Dolphins released him. He ended up in the UFL with the Columbus Aviators, playing six games. His stats weren't encouraging, with zero interceptions and only two pass breakups. He even missed time during his UFL stint because of a leg injury. After his UFL season, he got a workout with the Kansas City Chiefs, but that was after they were out of playoff contention, and it didn't lead to anything. What's really telling, and honestly, pretty concerning, is that his name was completely missing from the UFL's official list of players getting NFL workouts this week. Nothing. So, while Ezukanma is packing his bags for Philly, Smith is left waiting. With NFL offseason programs wrapping up, it looks like he'll have to hope for a shot when training camps start up. It's a harsh reminder of how quickly opportunities can dry up in this league. These guys pour everything into the game, and sometimes, it just doesn't break your way. It’s a testament to the brutal, relentless grind these players face every single day.

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