Scoring streak ends

Smith wasn't targeted in the passing game Monday in the Raiders' 27-14 win over the Broncos.

Analysis: Smith entered the Monday night matchup with touchdowns in the three straight contests, but that production was never likely to be sustained after it came on only three total targets. When the Raiders' lone goal-line opportunity arose early in the fourth quarter, the team declined to look Smith's way and instead handed the ball off to Jalen Richard, who jaunted three yards into the end zone to extend the Oakland lead to 16 points. Expect Smith to function mostly as a blocker in Oakland's season…read more

Shakes injury tag

Smith (back) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game versus the Bengals, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Smith was a limited participant in the final two practices this week, but the issues won't affect his game status. The eighth-year pro works mainly in a run-blocking role while Jared Cook handles pass-catching duties.

Added to injury report

Smith was limited during Thursday's practice due to a back injury.

Analysis: Smith was a new addition to the Raiders' injury report Thursday after practicing in full Wednesday, though his back issue doesn't appear to be too severe. If he's unable to go Sunday against the Bengals, however, Derek Carrier could see additional reps behind starting tight end Jared Cook.

Adds another touchdown reception

Smith caught his lone target for a three-yard touchdown in Sunday's 24-21 win over the Steelers.

Analysis: Smith's second score in as many weeks put the Raiders ahead of the Steelers with just over five minutes to play during Sunday's tilt. Fellow tight end Jared Cook exploded for over 100 yards receiving again, but both Smith and Derek Carrier were able to vulture touchdown receptions. Smith's streak of finding the end zone may very well come to an end in Week 15 against the Bengals, but he should continue to provide the Raiders with real-life value as a blocker.

Notches first TD since 2015

Smith caught a one-yard touchdown pass on his lone target during Sunday's 40-33 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: The Chiefs left Smith wide open in the end zone after the Raiders lined up in goal-line formation on the one-yard line during their fourth-quarter comeback attempt. Smith, who is primarily used as a blocking tight end behind starter Jared Cook, secured his first score since 2015. He's now caught at least one pass in three straight games, but he shouldn't foster attention from a fantasy perspective while Cook is healthy.

Collects 39 receiving yards

Smith caught two passes on as many targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Ravens.

Analysis: Smith is primarily used as a blocker, but the backup tight end has caught a pair of passes in each of the Raiders' past two contests after a five-game drought. His role should remain limited in Week 13 against the Chiefs with starter Jared Cook at full strength.

Catches three passes against Browns

Smith caught three of four targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 45-42 overtime win over the Browns.

Analysis: Smith had yet to be targeted all season heading into Week 4, but the backup tight end finally hauled in three passes while quarterback Derek Carr notched 58 attempts. Smith will continue to serve primarily as a blocker while Jared Cook retains his duty as the pass-catching tight end.

Has yet to be targeted

Smith was on the field for 22 offensive snaps in Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Broncos, but he remains without a single target through the first two weeks of the regular season.

Analysis: Smith continues to fill in as a blocker behind starting tight end Jared Cook, as the former has yet to see a single target from Derek Carr. Fellow backup TE Derek Carrier has recorded three receptions for 25 yards on four targets in two games.

Lee re-signed with the Raiders on a three-year contract Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of the Mercury News reports.

Analysis: Just a day after Oakland signed fellow tight end Derek Carrier, the team brings back it's top blocking tight end from a season ago in Lee. Carrier also projects as a blocking specialist, so Jared Cook remains the Raiders' most legitimate receiving threat from the position.