ALAMEDA – Sean Smith has two interceptions already this season. His next will mark a career high.
That seems crazy for such an adept cover man, but it’s a verified low interception count that might be rising now.
Smith had 10 interceptions in seven seasons entering his first as a Raider, never more than two in a campaign. It’s something his new coaches sought to change with a personalized plan designed to insure Smith gets more picks.
He has two since signing a four-year, $38.5 million contract with the Raiders, and coaches believe he’s primed for several more this year after letting too many past opportunities slips through his hands.