{
  "id": 16641268,
  "title": "Trey Smack is turning into a monster problem for Packers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/trey-smack-is-turning-into-a-monster-problem-for-packers",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-26T18:27:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/trey-smack-turning-monster-problem-182712185.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Green Bay Packers kicker Trey Smack is emerging as a significant issue for the team's offense. Following a missed two field goals in Sunday's game, doubts have been raised about Smack's reliability at a position where accuracy is crucial. According to Pro Football Talk, NFL kickers have converted 167 out of 170 field goal attempts from inside 37 yards this season. Smack has been responsible for two of the three misses, with the other coming when a 23-yard attempt by Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos was blocked by the Minnesota Vikings in Week 2. The statistic underscores the pressure on Smack, as short field goals are expected conversions for NFL kickers, and two misses in a single game can put a team in a precarious position. With games often decided by a few possessions, Green Bay cannot afford to continue dropping points from the field. While there is still time for Smack to turn his performance around, his window for error is rapidly closing. The Packers are now facing the possibility of exploring alternative options if another game like Sunday's occurs. Smack's long-range kicks are not the make-or-break factor in his job security, but he must begin converting the routine attempts he is expected to make. If he fails to do so, the Packers may have to find a more dependable kicker. Additionally, the injury to offensive lineman Sean Rhyan further complicates the Packers' challenges, as the team struggles with a weakened offensive line.",
  "summary": "The Green Bay Packers have a problem at kicker, and Trey Smack is running out of room for error. Smack missed two field goals on Sunday, adding to concerns about his reliability at a position where teams need to convert routine opportunities. According to Pro Football Talk, NFL kickers have made 167 of 170 field goals from inside 37 yards this […] The post Trey Smack is turning into a monster…",
  "key_points": [
    "Trey Smack's missed field goals raise concerns for Packers' offense.",
    "NFL kickers convert 167/170 attempts from inside 37 yards this season.",
    "Two missed field goals in one game could jeopardize Packers' scoring."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}