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Logs 16-yard reception Smith (knee) hauled in 1 of 2 targets for 16 yards during Saturday's 38-21 victory over Western Kentucky.

Impact Smith's 16-yard reception marked his first catch since Week 7. With his Week 13 performance, the wideout's 2024 season has over 200 receiving yards, something he never accomplished before transferring to Liberty over a year ago. Smith also has three touchdowns to go with his 215 receiving yards.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

In uniform, true game-time decision Smith (knee) is in uniform and working with training staff ahead of Saturday's game versus Western Kentucky, ASeaofRed.com reports.

Impact Smith, who has missed the last four games due to a knee injury, is a true game-time decision for Saturday's contest. He is working with the training staff during pregame warmups and looks like he's trying to give it a go. The junior has caught 13 passes for 199 yards and three touchdowns through five games this season.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Saturday Smith (knee) is unlikely to play in Liberty's game Saturday against Western Kentucky, Jon Manson of A Sea of Red reports.

Impact Smith not officially being ruled out for Saturday is an improvement, considering he finished the first week of November expected to be unavailable for at least three weeks. While there is a chance he participates in Liberty's upcoming game, it is still very minimal, and his absence would mean he would have only one more opportunity to log regular-season action in 2024.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out next 3-4 weeks Smith (knee) will miss the next 3-4 weeks with his injury, ASeaofRed.com reports.

Impact Smith is slated to miss his third contest in the last four games for the flames and the team is hopeful they can get him back by the last game of the regular season. His absence will continue to open up more opportunities for Elijah Canion, Tyson Mobley (undisclosed) and Donte Lee in the passing game.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another DNP Smith (knee) did not play during Liberty's 31-21 loss Wednesday against Jacksonville State.

Impact Wednesday included Smith's second DNP of October 2024. After logging four receptions for 68 yards during his lone game then, he will sit out Liberty's matchups until further notice.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up in-uniform Smith (knee) is warming up ahead of Liberty's clash with Jacksonville State, Bryson Gordon of NewsAdvance.com reports.

Impact Smith, who missed Week 9 against Kennesaw State, was spotted warming up in full uniform for the Flames. It appears the wideout will try to give it a go against the Gamecocks. Smith has 13 grabs for 199 yards and three scores this fall.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday night Smith (knee) could return to action Wednesday night against Jacksonville State, per A Sea of Red.

Impact Smith missed last week against Kennesaw State, but given his previous timetable to return when he injured his knee (2-4 weeks), it's feasible that the wideout could return against the Gamecocks. Smith has 13 grabs for 199 yards and three touchdowns this fall.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Smith (knee) didn't make the trip to face Kennesaw State on Wednesday, Bryson Gren of The News & Advance reports.

Impact Smith was injured on the final drive of the Flames' previous game but was thought to have a chance to return following last week's bye. Unfortunately, the junior wideout will not be able to give it a go after all, leaving the team's wideout ranks down a bit of depth Wednesday. He'll have another chance to suit up next Wednesday versus Jacksonville State.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could potentially return Wednesday Smith (knee) could potentially make his return against Kennesaw State, Bryson Gordon of NewsAdvance.com reports.

Impact Smith's initial recovery timeline was 2-4 weeks, and it's now been 15 days since his injury. Thus, he's within the timeframe for a potential return. However, it's currently unclear if the wideout will suit up against the Owls on Wednesday night.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be out Wednesday Smith (knee) is expected to be out for Liberty's game Wednesday at Kennesaw State, Bryson Gordon of The News & Advance reports.

Impact According to Gordon's news update Thursday, Liberty's head coach Jamey Chadwell wants to be cautious with Smith, which is why he was given a multi-week timeline. The expectation is that he sits out at Kennesaw State as part of Chadwell's cautious approach.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Injured on final drive Smith appeared to have injured his right knee during Liberty's final drive in Tuesday's 31-24 victory over Florida International, Nick Pierce of the Liberty Flames Sports Network r...

Impact Reports indicate Smith suffered an injury on the same knee he had previously banged up, although it does not appear to be as serious given he was able to walk around after the game without any kind of assistance. The junior wide receiver totaled four receptions for 68 yards during the matchup and will have an extra week of rest to get ready before they face Kennesaw State on the road on Oct. 23.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Finally involved, but in a big way Smith caught six passes for 80 yards and three touchdowns Saturday versus ECU.

Impact Smith, a West Virginia transfer, sat out all of 2023, but Liberty head coach Jamey Caldwell was saying he was fully healthy for this season. Then, he had all of three catches for 51 yards through the first three games. So, naturally, this outing stands out. While Smith won't catch three touchdowns every week, maybe he is ready to contribute now.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kaidon Salter throws 4 TD passes, 3 the Reese Smith, and Liberty rallies, beats ECU 35-24

Kaidon Salter threw three of his four touchdown passes to Reese Smith to help Liberty rally from a 17-point deficit and beat ECU 35-24 in a game that was delayed shortly after kick...

SEPTEMBER 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reportedly 100 percent physically Liberty's head coach Jamey Chadwell said Tuesday that Smith (undisclosed) is 100 percent healthy physically, Jon Manson of A Sea of Red reports.

Impact After sitting out 2023 and using much of 2024 to recover, Smith is physically healthy for the first time since August last year. Before transferring to Liberty, he was part of West Virginia's football program. During his enrollment there from 2020 to 2022, Smith logged at least 100 receiving yards each year. But having never recorded 225-plus in that category or multiple touchdowns, he aims to achieve both during 2024, which is possible for a Liberty team whose receiver corps remains wide open concerning opportunities.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Slowly getting back to normal Smith (undisclosed) is slowly getting back to normal, Jon Manson of A Sea of Red reports.

Impact According to Liberty's head coach Jamey Chadwell, Monday marked the first time Smith went beyond his normal process for recovery. While there is still a ways to go for the wide receiver, his physical status inching towards normalcy is welcome news for Liberty, whose 2024 season should begin against Campbell in 2.5 weeks.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to begin fall camp Smith (undisclosed) was limited at the beginning of Liberty's fall camp, Jon Manson of A Sea of Red reports.

Impact Liberty's head coach Jamey Caldwell has said Reese is "taking it at a slow pace" in terms of his recovery. He will be doing some individual work to get fully back on track health-wise. Reese will have a month before Liberty's 2024 opener, scheduled against Campbell on Aug. 31.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Liberty Smith announced via his personal Twitter account Tuesday's he's transferring to Liberty.

Impact Smith spent the past few years with West Virginia and had his most productive campaign in 2022 with 19 receptions for 205 yards and one touchdown before entering the transfer portal.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Kaidon Salter throws 4 TD passes, 3 the Reese Smith, and Liberty rallies, beats ECU 35-24