Saints Kicker Charlie Smyth's Future 'Up in the Air' Ahead of Third Start

New Orleans Saints special teams coordinator Phil Galiano stated Charlie Smyth's future as a permanent squad member is "up in the air." Smyth is set to make his third successive NFL start and home debut against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. NFL rules permit three practice squad elevations before a player must be signed to the 53-man roster. Smyth, who replaced Blake Grupe, previously landed a 56-yard field goal and an onside kick on debut, and despite missing a 48-yard attempt, he tied the Buccaneers game with a 30-yard kick and was perfect on three extra points.