Smith signed with the Bears on Monday.

Smith's signing in Chicago comes in wake of Jacquizz Rodgers suffering a fractured arm during Sunday's game against the Chiefs. After an explosive start to last season, Smith suffered a broken leg of his own and was released with an injury settlement from the Falcons ahead of the current campaign. Now, Smith will have an opportunity to earn touches as a reserve runner in the Bears' backfield for the remainder of this season.

Smith (hamstring) agreed to an injury settlement with the Falcons, making him a free agent, ESPN's Vaughn McClure reports.

Known for his excellent quickness and big-play ability, Smith scored five touchdowns of 38 or more yards last season, despite recording only 36 touches. He then went out for the season with a broken leg in November, and it's possible he hasn't quite regained all of his speed. Still, this seems like an odd decision by the Falcons, even if the team is high on Terron Ward.

Smith (hamstring) will either be released with an injury settlement or placed on injured reserve, ABC Atlanta's Zach Klein reports.

Smith was never talked up for potentially taking on a significant workload, but it was generally assumed he'd stick around to play a few snaps per game in a change-of-pace role. He should draw interest around the league once he's healthy, as he's been remarkably productive on very limited touches to this point in his career. Smith is one of the NFL's fastest running backs, but he's also one of the smallest.

Smith (hamstring) will likely miss Saturday's preseason game against the Dolphins, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's D. Orlando Ledbetter reports.

Smith will miss a second consecutive preseason game, but he shouldn't be in any danger of missing out on the final roster. He still figures to have a chance-of-pace role in the Atlanta backfield, although touches may be hard to come by when both Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman are healthy.

Smith is expected to miss Friday's preseason game against the Jets with a hamstring injury, WRDW.com reports.

Smith suffered the hamstring injury last Friday in a preseason game against the Titans. If there is any upside for Atlanta, it's that fellow running backs Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman were able to return from their respective hamstring injuries, and could possibly be ready for Friday's game.

Smith (hamstring) sat out of Monday's practice, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Smith tweaked his hamstring during Friday's first preseason game, so certainly understandable that he'll need some time to heal. Fortunately for the Falcons, fellow running backs Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman were able to return from their respective hamstring injuries Monday, boosting the top half of Atlanta's depth chart at the position.

Smith left Friday's preseason game against the Titans with a hamstring injury and is questionable to return.

Smith sustained the injury after plunging for a one yard touchdown in the second quarter of Friday's contest. If Smith is forced to miss any time, the Falcons will be left with a depleted running back stable, as teammates Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman are both currently struggling with hamstring ailments as well. The team should provide an update on his status in the near future.

With both Devonta Freeman and rookie Tevin Coleman dealing with hamstring strains, Smith figures to see added practice opportunities in the coming days, ESPN.com reports.

Smith, who has worked his way back from a season-ending leg injury last November, has at times, displayed big play ability for the Falcons. While Freeman, when healthy, is the favorite to start at running back for the team, for the time being, Smith, as well as undrafted rookie Terron Ward, will have an opportunity to showcase their talents, while Freeman and Coleman recover from their injuries. At this stage, Smith slots in a complementary back for the Falcons, though if his teammates' ailments linger, he could emerge on the sleeper radar as the summer progresses.

Smith (leg) returned to practice Tuesday, ESPN's Vaughn McClure reports.

Smith wasn't quite ready for the start of OTAs, but it ultimately won't matter that he missed the first week. Prior to breaking his leg in November, he showed off impressive big-play ability last season, incredibly recording five touchdowns of 38 or more yards on just 36 touches. While there was obviously an aspect of flukiness involved, Smith does have top-notch speed and quickness, along with above-average agility. The Falcons' backfield competition is expected to center around Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman, but Smith could earn some kind of smaller role in the offense.

Smith said his leg is recovering well, but it doesn't appear that he'll be cleared by the time organized team activities begin Tuesday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Smith suffered a broken leg back in November while covering a punt against the Panthers. He hopes to play a bigger role as a running back this season, especially now that Steven Jackson and Jacquizz Rodgers are no longer with the team. Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman are expected to begin the season ahead of Smith on the depth chart, but a good preseason could boost his stock.

The Falcons have re-signed Smith.

Smith, who is coming back from a fractured leg that he suffered on Nov. 16, has displayed big-play ability for the Falcons in limited duty over the past couple of seasons. Assuming he re-proves his health, he'll look to carve out a role this coming season in an Atlanta backfield that no longer features Steven Jackson.

Smith is out for the season with a broken leg.

Smith is thus slated to be placed on injured reserve and while he hasn't many touches of late, the Falcons' backfield will miss the big-play ability the 29-year-old displayed at times this season.

Smith (knee) will have an MRI on Monday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

Considering that he was spotted leaving the locker room on crutches Sunday, Smith may be facing a lengthy absence barring some unexpected good news as further tests are performed.

Smith was carted off the field Sunday against the Panthers with a knee injury, ESPN's Vaughn McClure reports. He is questionable to return.

With Steven Jackson getting the bulk of the carries for Atlanta, Smith was limited to just one three-yard reception before the injury. Devonta Freeman may see additional playing time with Smith out.

Smith (neck) had four carries for three yards Sunday against the Buccaneers.

After scoring four touchdowns in the first five games of the season, Smith has really struggled of late, rushing 10 times for 18 yards and catching two passes for minus-one yard in the last three games combined. He's got the speed to break one deep at any moment, but he's a total fantasy dud without the long scores.

Smith (neck) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers.

Smith was upgraded to a full participant in Friday's practice, so it's not too surprising to see the veteran back suit up. However, Smith has seen a double-digit offensive snap count in just three of eight games so far this season, and is a bit too big-play dependent to be a high-percentage option in most formats. He'll presumably work behind both Steven Jackson and Jacquizz Rodgers.

Smith (neck) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, AtlantaFalcons.com reports.

After being limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday, Smith was a full participant Friday and seems to be on an upward health trajectory heading into the weekend. He'll likely play, but he has just eight carries for 20 yards in his last three games, and the Bucs' run defense has actually been playing decently well lately.

Smith (neck) was limited in practice Wednesday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

Smith suffered a neck injury in the Falcons' final outing before their Week 9 bye, but his presence in drills is at least an encouraging sign that he'll be able to suit up Sunday in Tampa Bay. Despite garnering limited touches all season, he's reeled off five touchdowns of at least 35 yards, ensuring viability in deeper formats.

Smith (neck) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Lions.

Smith suffered a neck injury following a three-carry, five-yard performance and will now be sidelined for the rest of Sunday's contest. At the moment, the extent of his injury is unclear, so further news on his status is likely to surface as the coming week unfolds.

Smith suffered a neck injury during Sunday's game against the Lions and is considered questionable to return, ESPN reports.

Smith carried three times for five rushing yards prior to exiting Sunday's contest. If the explosive tailback is unable to return to Sunday's game, rookie Devonta Freeman would face less competition for touches behind starter Steven Jackson at running back.