The Facts:
It’s widely believed that the 49ers will trade Smith. The former starter is due to earn $8.5 million in 2013, with $1 million guaranteed now and the balance guaranteed as of April 1. It makes him a luxury that the team can’t afford. But the player prefers not to afford the 49ers a chance to trade him. Instead, a source with knowledge of the situation tells PFT that Smith is expected to seek his release before the start of free agency.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
As PFT's Mike Florio suggests, it’s a calculated risk for Smith. On one hand, he’s be able to join any team he wants. On the other hand, he’d be losing the $8.5 million that he’d earn this year if his contract is traded. It's also possible that contract could make it harder to trade him. And the 49ers will have plenty of time to explore their options for trading Smith before the new league year (and the free-agency period) begins. ... Stay tuned. There will be ample interest in Smith, especially if he goes the release route.
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