Bradley anticipates Smith will play.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith is back with the team following his brother's death and expected to play Sunday at Detroit.
"I can't tell you how much he means to this team," linebacker Paul Posluszny said. "Everybody was just so excited to see him and excited to have him back in this building. I think he's going to play a great football game Sunday."
"It means a lot to have him back with us,Cheap NFL Jerseys," safety Johnathan Cyprien said. "He's a very passionate guy that you love to play with, making plays and celebrating with him. I think he'll be ready and he'll be fine Sunday."
Smith's teammates were glad to have the third-year pro back.
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Smith planned to return to Valdosta later Friday and remain there for his brother's funeral Saturday,Cheap Jerseys. Smith will fly to Detroit in time for Sunday's game against the Lions.
"I think the arrow's up,Cheap MLB Jerseys China," Bradley said. "I'm not saying 100 percent because it's an emotional time (Saturday). I can't tell you how he's going to come out of that. Knowing Telvin and what he's all about, anticipate him playing."
Smith attended meetings and took part in the team's walkthrough Friday. Smith's brother was shot and killed in their hometown of Valdosta, Georgia, on Sunday. Smith traveled home Monday and missed several days of practice and meetings. Adding to his emotional week,NBA Jerseys From China, Smith's girlfriend gave birth to their son Wednesday.
"It was great to see him back," Jaguars coach Gus Bradley said Friday. "He (was) pretty sharp."