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Smith has mostly been limited to the "Z" receiver position while learning the assignments and alignments of Sean Payton's offense, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.
The rookie third-round pick leads New Orleans in catches (11), receiving yards (147) and receiving TDs (one) this preseason, while Cameron Meredith has yet to catch a pass on 48 snaps after missing all of last year with a torn ACL. It's clear which of the two is more explosive at the moment, but that doesn't necessarily mean Smith will beat out Meredith for the No. 3 receiver job ahead of Week 1, as the veteran may still have an advantage from a mental standpoint. Of course, Meredith is also new to Payton's scheme, so it is possible both players have similar limitations. They also both offer enough upside to eventually make a push for some of Ted Ginn's snaps.
