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  • Gets workout with Panthers

    Smith worked out with the Panthers on Friday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith failed to make the Vikings' 53-man roster to begin the regular season, but he's had workouts with Washington and Carolina in September. The 26-year-old was one of four running backs who worked out for the Panthers on Friday after Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) exited Thursday's win over Houston.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works out with Washington

    Smith had a tryout with Washington on Tuesday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Smith spent time with both Arizona and Minnesota during camp and was unable to crack either season-opening roster. The 25-year-old had 63 carries for 268 yards and a touchdown while catching 17 passes for 75 yards in 14 games for the Falcons last season, and he continues to look for a new team.

    Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Waived by Vikings

    The Vikings waived Smith on Saturday, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith was facing an uphill battle to make the roster, especially have just signed Aug. 23. The veteran's unimpressive performance in Saturday's preseason contest against the Chiefs sealed his fate, as Minnesota has quite a bit of depth at running back. With teams trimming their rosters down to 53 players ahead of the regular season, Smith may be running out of options to sign elsewhere.

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 35 yards on 11 touches

    Smith took 10 carries for 27 yards and caught one pass for eight yards in Friday's preseason loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: Waived by the Falcons in April and the Cardinals in August, Smith came to Minnesota as a long shot to earn a Week 1 roster spot. It now appears even more unlikely after undrafted rookie A.J. Rose capped off his big preseason with a pair of touchdowns Friday night. Rose himself may not even make the team, as Minnesota also has Dalvin Cook, Alexander Mattison (undisclosed), rookie fourth-round pick Kene Nwangwu (knee) and special teamer Ameer Abdullah.

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs in Minnesota

    The Vikings signed Smith on Monday, Chad Graff of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Smith had a brief stint with the Cardinals after having been let go by the Falcons back in April. He now will get a chance in Minnesota while Kene Nwangwu (knee) sits out the rest of the preseason due to injury. A.J. Rose and Smith look to be in competition for the No. 5 backfield role.

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Parts way with Cards

    The Cardinals waived Smith on Monday.

    Analysis: Smith spent a little more than a week in Arizona and got on the field in the team's preseason opener Friday against the Cowboys, earning six snaps on offense on his way to two carries for six yards. With James Conner (toe) back from the reserve/COVID-19 list and Eno Benjamin impressing against Dallas (five carries for 50 yards and one TD), the Cards have decided to part ways with Smith.

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees first action as Cardinal

    Smith gained six yards on two carries in Friday's preseason win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Having only signed with Arizona in the last week, Smith didn't get on the field until late in the fourth quarter, gaining 11 yards on his first tote but then losing five on his second carry. The former Falcon is expected to fill a depth role in the backfield behind Chase Edmonds and James Conner (COVID-19 list/toe), a role that could lead to some regular-season volume given Conner's injury history, but second-year back Eno Benjamin had a big game Friday and could wind up being a serious…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Arizona

    Smith signed a contract with the Cardinals on Saturday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official sitereports.

    Analysis: It was somewhat surprising to see Smith without a team throughout the entire offseason after being waived by the Falcons back in April, but this ends up being a nice landing spot with the unproven Chase Edmonds and injury-prone James Conner (toe) atop the depth chart. The 25-year-old has essentially been a depth piece throughout his first three years in the league, playing more than 150 snaps every season while simultaneously never exceeding more than 310 in a given campaign, and it's hard to…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 7 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Falcons

    The Falcons have waved Smith.

    Analysis: The move comes in the wake of the team's signing of the versatile Cordarrelle Patterson and quite possibly foreshadows the addition of a second or third-round running back in the upcoming NFL Draft, per Tori McElhaney of The Athletic. Smith finished the 2020 campaign -- his third with the Falcons -- with 268 rushing yards and one TD in 63 rushing attempts, to go along with 75 receiving yards on 17 catches. The 25-year-old now will look to catch on elsewhere as a depth back.

    Published: Thu, Apr 15 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends season with quiet outing

    Smith carried the ball three times for nine yards, adding a seven-yard catch during Sunday's 44-27 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Smith was limited throughout the practice week because of a rib injury, providing context for his reduced Week 17 role. Atlanta found itself in a pass-heavy game script facing a significant halftime deficit, but Brian Hill and Todd Gurley still combined for 18 carries atop the Falcons backfield. Smith had been enjoying an uptick in usage in recent weeks, with double-digit carries over three of his five most recent outings entering Sunday. The 25-year-old closes out the year with 268 rushing…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 17

    Smith (rib) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Smith was limited in each of the Falcons' three practices this week, but that was enough for him to gain clearance for the season finale. The third-year back has taken over as Atlanta's lead running back role in recent games, nearly doubling up Todd Gurley in carries (35-19) since Week 13. With Atlanta's playoff hopes having long since disappeared, the team might as well see what it has in Smith, who, unlike Gurley, remains under contract beyond this season. Smith's 4.5 yards-per-carry average…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Maintains limited practice activity

    Smith (rib) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith's rib injury kept him from logging full activity for the second straight day, so the Falcons may want to see him increase his involvement in Friday's practice before signing off on him playing Sunday in Tampa Bay. The 25-year-old has been the leader of Atlanta's backfield committee over the past four weeks, but that role hasn't proven fantasy-friendly. He's failed to score a touchdown in any of those four contests while averaging 40.8 yards from srimmage per game.

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Smith was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a rib injury, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Smith led the Atlanta backfield for a fourth consecutive contest Week 16 against the Chiefs, carrying 10 times for 46 yards. He appears to have injured his ribs in the process, but as long as Smith is able to continue practicing in at least a limited capacity Thursday and Friday, he should have a fair shot at suiting up Sunday in Tampa Bay on Sunday. If Smith is ruled out of the contest, however, Todd Gurley, Brian Hill and Qadree Ollison would likely split work out of the backfield.

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team with 10 carries

    Smith ran for 46 yards on 10 carries, reeling in his only target for a five-yard gain during Sunday's 17-14 loss to the Chiefs. He also fumbled once, but the ball rolled out of bounds.

    Analysis: Smith continued to lead the Falcons backfield in carries during Week 16, just as he had in three consecutive outings entering Sunday's cross-conference showdown. He was inefficient as a rookie in establishing just a 3.5 yards-per-carry average over 90 attempts during 2018, but he's been more effective in 20 appearances the past two seasons. Since Week 11, specifically, Smith is averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. However, he remains with only one total touchdown this season as Atlanta prepares for…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named lead back by coach

    Interim coach Raheem Morris said Monday that Smith is the Falcons' "lead runner," Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Morris is only making the obvious official, as Smith has outpaced Todd Gurley in carries, 25-15, since Week 13. However, Smith hasn't hit 50 yards from scrimmage or scored in that span, giving him an uncertain fantasy ceiling. D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution notes that Morris credited Smith's performance as the reason for his rise up the depth chart, rather than an injury to Gurley.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Again the team's busiest back

    Smith collected 24 rushing yards on six carries and reeled in two of three targets for nine receiving yards during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Smith has overtaken Todd Gurley for the No. 1 running back role over the Falcons' last handful of games, exceeding the three-time Pro Bowler 25-15 in carries since Week 13. Smith was far more effective than Gurley over that three-game span, and he's proven more efficient as a rusher overall this season as well, with his 4.3 yards per carry average towering over Gurley's 3.5 mark. What has diminished Smith's fantasy ceiling is the fact that he's scored just one TD in 65 offensive touches on the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 6:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Overshadows Gurley in second half

    Smith logged 42 rushing yards on 11 carries, adding a three-yard catch during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Smith overcame a neck injury that kept him limited for the first two sessions of the practice week to earn his 11th appearance of 2020. The Southern Mississippi product surpassed Todd Gurley for offensive opportunities as the game wore on, outpacing the three-time Pro Bowler by eight touches over the second half. With Atlanta sitting at 4-9 and Gurley set to become an unrestricted free agent following the season, it's not outside the realm of possibility that Smith sees a higher percentage of…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 11:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovered from neck issue

    Smith (neck) doesn't have a designation on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Chargers, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith is fine to play after a full practice Friday, but he probably won't see many touches now that Todd Gurley's knee is feeling better. Smith took 20 carries for 101 yards and a touchdown over the past two games, adding five catches for eight yards on seven targets. It's possible he works ahead of Brian Hill off the bench this week.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited Thursday

    Smith (neck) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Smith was evaluated for a head injury Week 13 against the Saints, but he ultimately was revealed to have a neck issue once the Falcons kicked off Week 14 prep. Limited both days so far this week, he'll look to increase his activity level at Friday's practice. Even if he doesn't, Smith still may be in line for a decreased workload Sunday against the Chargers with Todd Gurley (knee) slated for a larger role moving forward.

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with neck injury

    Smith was limited by a neck injury at Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: During a Week 13 loss to the Saints, Smith was evaluated for a head injury, but fortunately for the running back, he didn't enter the concussion protocol. Smith has been used more often the last two games due to Todd Gurley's knee injury, which sidelined the latter Week 12 and limited him this past Sunday against the Saints. With Gurley expected to handle more reps moving forward, Smith seems poised for a downturn in snaps, especially with a health concern of his own in tow.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Being checked for head injury

    Smith is being evaluated for a head injury and his return to Sunday's matchup against the Saints remains questionable, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Smith concluded the contest in a tie with Todd Gurley at a team-high eight carries, but his 4.5 yards-per-carry average was far more efficient than the three-time Pro Bowler's 2.0 YPC clip. The third-year back's status remains up in the air looking forward to a Week 14 showdown with the Chargers, but his stock is on the rise given back-to-back strong outings. He registered 16 touches for 75 scrimmage yards and one touchdown last Sunday in a rout of the Raiders.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong running day against Raiders

    Smith registered 65 rushing yards and one touchdown on 12 carries, adding four receptions for 10 yards during Sunday's 43-6 win against Las Vegas.

    Analysis: With Todd Gurley (knee) deemed unavailable for Week 12, Smith garnered 42.9 percent of the RB carries while coasting to a 5.4 yards-per-attempt average. Much of the rushing success came on a single 24-yard jaunt in the fourth quarter, a gain that obliterated Smith's previous season-long run of nine yards. He had 13 carries in eight appearances prior to Sunday's win, but if Gurley is forced to sit out Week 13 against New Orleans, Smith will surely maintain a share of the RB workload alongside…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unceremonious return to lineup

    Smith rushed once for five yards in Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: After serving back-to-back games as a healthy scratch, Smith returned to the lineup in Week 11 and slotted in as the No. 3 running back. Brian Hill remains the top backup to Todd Gurley, who is averaging 18.3 touches per game.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scratched for Sunday's game

    Smith (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Broncos.

    Analysis: Smith will serve as a healthy scratch for a second straight week, as Qadree Ollison appears to have surpassed him on the depth chart, lining up as the No. 3 running back behind Todd Gurley and Brian Hill.

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy scratch Thursday

    Smith (coach's decision) will not suit up against the Panthers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Smith didn't get any offensive touches during Atlanta's Week 7 loss to Detroit, and he'll now be phased out entirely for Week 8. With Smith inactive, Brian Hill could see a slight uptick in usage as the No. 2 option behind top running back Todd Gurley.

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No offensive touches against Lions

    Smith played three offensive snaps, failing to haul in his lone target during Sunday's 23-22 loss to Detroit.

    Analysis: Smith had two carries in each of his past three appearances entering Week 7, but Brian Hill (two carries) rounded out the RB workload behind Todd Gurley's 23 rush attempts in a loss to the Lions. The third-year back hasn't accumulated more than five offensive touches or 27 scrimmage yards in a game this season, but Atlanta's backfield benefits from a Thursday night matchup against Carolina. So far this season, the Panthers have allowed nine total touchdowns to opposing RBs, which is tied for…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks off 17-yard gain

    Smith ran for eight yards on two carries, adding a 17-yard catch during Sunday's 40-23 win against Minnesota.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old did break off the second-longest receiving gain of his 27-game NFL career, but he garnered only two of Atlanta's 32 running back carries during a three-possession win over the Vikings. Barring injury ahead of him on the depth chart, Smith remains the clear No. 3 RB option in the Atlanta backfield with an average of two rush attempts per game.

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three touches in loss to Panthers

    Smith registered six rushing yards on three carries during Sunday's 23-16 loss to Carolina.

    Analysis: The third-year back has garnered multiple offensive touches in every game but one this season, but Brian Hill continues to rule the roost as Atlanta's No. 2 back. Hill has more than double the number of carries than Smith so far in 2020, while his 5.3 yards-per-carry average is a clear step up from Smith's 3.0 YPC clip. Given that starting back Todd Gurley owns five of the Falcons' six RB touchdowns this season, opportunity for Smith to provide fantasy utility remains minimal, barring an injury…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 5:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in passing game against Pack

    Smith collected three rushing yards on two attempts and caught all three of his targets for 24 receiving yards during Monday's 30-16 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: The third-year back has averaged 3.5 offensive touches per game through the first quarter of Atlanta's regular-season slate, while Brian Hill seems to be the preferred No 2 option behind Todd Gurley with an average of 6.5 touches per game, including 16 combined touches the past two weeks. Despite posting his highest receiving output since Oct. 6 of last year, Smith will in all likelihood be relegated to the third-string role again Week 5. In that matchup, the Falcons will take on a Panthers…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No touches in Week 3 loss

    Smith did not haul in either of his targets, and he did not garner a single rush attempt during Sunday's 30-26 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: It was a Brian Hill breakout game Week 3, as the former Bengal glided to a 35-yard second-quarter touchdown run on the fourth of his 10 offensive touches. Smith has been slow out of the gates to kick off 2020, with no more than five offensive touches in any of the Falcons' three games to this point, and a season high of 20 scrimmage yards. The Southern Miss standout provided fantasy utility for stretches of his 2018 rookie season by way of four rushing touchdowns, but he has only found the end…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits backup work against Dallas

    Smith logged 20 rushing yards on five carries during Sunday's 40-39 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old back appeared to be in line for extra work Week 2 when Atlanta pounced on the Cowboys to capture a 20-0 first-quarter lead, but Dallas roared back, making Atlanta the first team (in 441 instances) since 1933 to lose a game when scoring 39 points with zero turnovers. Smith garnered all five of his touches between quarters one and three, but when the game tightened up in the final frame, Todd Gurley received 100 percent of the running back workload. The Falcons will try to right…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags three passes in 2020 debut

    Smith caught all three of his targets for two receiving yards and ran for four yards on his lone rush attempt during Sunday's 38-25 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Smith and Brian Hill nearly had an even split of the backup work behind two-time All-Pro Todd Gurley, as Hill garnered five offensive touches to Smith's four during Sunday's contest. Smith had his sophomore campaign cut short last year after suffering a neck injury and concussion while executing a pass block against the Rams on Oct. 20. He's now working his way back into the rotation, but Hill will be tough to overcome for the No. 2 role, as he was one of the most notably improved players in…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking dynamic in camp

    Smith has demonstrated exceptional change-of-direction speed in training camp, and he could add an extra dimension to the offense if able to remain healthy in 2020, Matthew Tabeek of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old had his 2019 season cut short after suffering a neck injury and second concussion of the year, and he ultimately only handled 22 carries across seven appearances. Though achieved on a limited sample size, Smith did vastly improve his yards-per-carry average during 2019, improving from 3.5 to 4.8 YPC between his rookie and sophomore campaigns. Back on the practice field and competing with Brian Hill for the role of second-string running back in Atlanta, Smith seems to be turning…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 16 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Training for 2020 season

    Smith (concussion/neck) has been taking part in offseason training in Houston and plans to return to Atlanta in the near future to work out with quarterback Matt Ryan and other skill-position players, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Smith's ability to take part in workouts without any reported limitations suggested he's gained full clearance from the concussion that sidelined him for the Falcons' final nine games of the past season. While Atlanta moved on from Devonta Freeman earlier in the offseason, the team brought in ex-Rams standout Todd Gurley to serve as its lead back. As a result, Smith will remain stuck in his familiar No. 2 role in 2020 if Gurley's chronic knee issues don't cost him too much time.

    Published: Wed, May 20 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back in 2020

    Smith (neck/concussion) should be back with the Falcons for 2020, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: The 2018 fourth-round pick was limited to seven games, 33 touches and 193 yards in his second pro season, landing on injured reserve in early November after he suffered his second concussion of the year. Smith also picked up a neck injury, but he'll likely be healthy by April when the Falcons begin their offseason program. With Devonta Freeman facing an uncertain future due to his hefty salary, it isn't out of the question that Smith could get a shot to compete for the starting backfield job.…read more

    Published: Tue, Feb 11 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on IR

    Smith (neck) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: The report indicates Smith was never able to shed the concussion which he sustained in Week 7, although it's quite possible the second-year running back could simply be dealing with concussion symptoms and a lingering neck injury. With Smith's 2019 season now over, Brian Hill is expected to continue operating as the No. 2 running back behind Devonta Freeman.

    Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't face Saints

    Smith (neck) will not play in Sunday's game against the Saints, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: A Week 9 bye allowed Smith to clear the concussion protocol, but he didn't have enough time to recover from his neck injury. He was held out of practice throughout the week, leaving his availability beyond Sunday looking murky. Brian Hill served as the Falcons' No. 2 running back behind Devonta Freeman in a 27-20 loss to the Seahawks back in Week 8.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with neck injury

    Smith has cleared the concussion protocol, but a neck injury kept him out of Thursday's practice, the Falcons' official website reports.

    Analysis: A bye week allowed Smith to recover from his concussion, but a second straight missed practice suggests his neck is still a significant concern. Another absence Friday likely would leave Brian Hill as the No. 2 running back for Sunday's game in New Orleans against a red-hot Saints defense. Devonta Freeman played 79 percent of snaps in the final game before a Week 9 bye, taking 13 carries for 39 yards and eight catches for 63 yards in a 27-20 loss to Seattle.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another absence

    Smith (neck) did not participate in Thursday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Coming out of a bye week, Smith has cleared the concussion protocol but still needs to recover from a neck injury. An absence for Sunday's game in New Orleans would leave Brian Hill as the likely No. 2 running back behind Devonta Freeman.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Over concussion, has neck injury

    Smith didn't practice Wednesday due to a neck injury.

    Analysis: Smith sat out the Falcons' last game Week 8 due to a concussion, but despite getting through the protocol for head injuries with the benefit of the team's bye week, he's dealing with a neck issue at the moment, according to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com. If he's unable to get healthy for Sunday's contest at New Orleans, Brian Hill would be the prime candidate to serve as the top change-of-pace option to starting running back Devonta Freeman.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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