Mazi Smith, a 2023 first-round pick, was inactive Week 1 and isn’t expected to play vs. the Giants. Coaches say he flashes but must show more consistency. Dallas’ reshaped roster—a Kenny Clark trade and Parsons-era overhaul—has put his role in flux, with the team emphasizing discipline and clear game plans.

Smith says he’ll do what’s best for the team and will follow the coaches’ plan, hinting that his Week 2 snaps could rise if he earns trust in practice and shows steady play. Fantasy angles hinge on practice visibility and the defensive rotation against New York.