Jaylon Smith LB Dallas (1 Viewer)

Now that he is named starting MLB, what type of numbers are expected?  Is his knee fully healed that he will play all snaps?

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000841225/article/report-jaylon-smith-set-to-start-at-mlb-vs-giants?campaign=fb-nf-sf112819588-sf112819588&sf112819588=1

Even in light of the Hitchens injury the talk was about bringing him along slowly in whatever role he would fill. I would not expect him to play every defensive snap. As an owner, I am hoping he sees at least 50% of the defensive snaps, shows solid production in that limited role (3-5 total tackles), and comes out of the game injury free (measurable results). Obviously, I am hoping he looks the part as well- around the ball carrier a lot, is quick and decisive and gets off of blocks well. This would all show progress in the right direction and show some potential for future success at the position.

If you own him I think you should temper expectations a little, even with news of his start-until he gets his feet under him and slowly gets more time on the field.

I think he will be watching Lee make a bunch a tackles, until of course Lee gets injured. 

Not sure what to think this early. He should improve as the season goes as his injury recovery will be farther along and game experience should help him learn more and diagnose the pro game better.

Had to start him today due to week 1 BYE and injury to another.  Not expecting much