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Bears CB Jaylon Johnson returns to practice as team opens window to activate him from IR

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson returned to practice Friday when the team opened a 21-day evaluation window to activate him from injured reserve or lose him for the remaind...

NOVEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Placed on injured reserve The Bears placed Smith (knee) on injured reserve Sunday.

Impact Smith was carted off the field during the Bears' second preseason game against the Bills after suffering a knee injury. Now that he's on IR, he'll be forced to miss the entire 2025 season unless he reaches an injury settlement, at which point he would be free to sign with another team once fully healthy. Smith appeared in 14 regular-season games for Chicago in 2024 and logged 19 tackles (14 solo) and four pass defenses (one interception).

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Bears cornerback Terell Smith is out for the season with a torn patellar tendon CHICAGO - The Chicago Bears will be without cornerback Terell Smith this season after he suffered a ...

AUGUST 20 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Bears sign backup QB Tyson Bagent to a 2-year contract extension through 2027

The Chicago Bears have signed backup quarterback Tyson Bagent to a two-year contract extension through the 2027 season

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Bears DB Terell Smith carted off with knee injury Chicago Bears cornerback Terell Smith was carted off the field with a non-contact knee injury in the second quarter of the team's preseason...

AUGUST 18 • THESTATE.COM

Caleb Williams looks sharp in Ben Johnson's offense as Bears rout Bills 38-0 in preseason

Caleb Williams took advantage of his first preseason playing time

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

As Bears CB Jaylon Johnson, DL Shemar Turner progress toward return, CB Terell Smith exits with knee injury Smith was carted off the field late in the first half and quickly ruled out for the rest of the game against the Bills.

AUGUST 18 • SUNTIMES.COM

Carted off Sunday Smith (leg) was carted off the field during second quarter of Sunday's preseason contest against the Bills, Chris Emma of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Smith sustained what appeared to be a non-contact left leg injury, and he required a cart to exit the game. The cornerback was surrounded by teammates prior to his departure, exiting the game while noticeably emotional. Smith could be set for a prolonged absence, but more information will likely come in the near future to provide clarity to the situation.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return Sunday Smith is doubtful to return to Sunday's preseason game against the Dolphins due to a groin injury, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Smith will finish Sunday's game with two solo tackles, assuming he does not return. The 2023 fifth-rounder is battling for a bigger role in the Bears' secondary for the upcoming season. He finished the 2024 regular season with 19 tackles (14 solo) and four pass defenses (one interception).

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bears defense opens training camp by picking on QB Caleb Williams and the offense

The Chicago Bears defense dominated from the start against coach Ben Johnson's offense to begin training camp Wednesday as Caleb Williams' first pass was picked off by Tremaine Edm...

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Part-time role in 2024 Smith tallied two stops in the Bears' 24-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.

Impact Smith served as the No. 4 cornerback for the Bears, and since the starters had relatively good health, Smith ended the season playing 19 percent of the snaps, resulting in 19 tackles. The veteran in under contract with the Bears through 2026.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Terell Smith on Vikings matchup, seizing opportunities | Bears Weekly Defensive back Terell Smith joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on Bears Weekly to discuss his NFL journey and what to expect as the Bears face...

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

HIGHLIGHT: Terell Smith's INT gives Bears huge red-zone stop Cornerback Terell Smith picks off Packers quarterback Jordan Love at the 1-yard line.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • CHICAGOBEARS.COM

Cleared to play Smith (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots and is expected to play.

Impact Smith has played just 20 defensive snaps this season and another 35 on special teams. He has just one solo tackle and one pass breakup.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for day Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Smith went down with an ankle injury in the first half and he'll now be done for the day. Jaylon Jones will continue to see an uptick in usage at cornerback against Arizona.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for day Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Smith went down with an ankle injury in the first half and he'll now be done for the day. Jaylon Jones will continue to see an uptick in usage at cornerback against Arizona.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Smith (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Cardinals.

Impact Smith exited the game in the first half with an ankle injury, leaving his status for the rest of the game uncertain. In Smith's absence, Jaylon Jones is a candidate to see an increase in workload at cornerback.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Smith (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice Thursday Smith (hip) was a full participant at the Bears' practice Thursday.

Impact Smith appears to be set to return to the field following Chicago's bye week. The cornerback has missed three games in a row while nursing a hip injury and he'll likely return to his role as a primary reserve option behind Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson (calf) in Week 8 versus Washington.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be playing in London Smith (hip) won't travel with the Bears to London for their Week 6 game against the Jaguars, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Smith has sat out of Chicago's last two games as he's tended to a hip issue, and now he'll miss his third contest in a row as he continues to recover. He's played 23 total snaps so far this season, 22 of which came on special teams.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 5 Smith (hip) has been Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers.

Impact Smith didn't practice all week after missing the Bears' Week 4 win over the Rams due to a hip injury, so it's no surprise that he won't play in Sunday's contest. With Smith sidelined for another week, expect Jaylon Jones to continue seeing increased work as a rotational outside cornerback.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Rams Smith (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact Smith injured his hip during Week 3 against the Colts. He will sit out Sunday after failing to practice in any capacity throughout the week. Smith has primarily served on special teams this season, though Jaylon Jones would be the next man up at corner should anything happen to starters Jaylon Johnson or Tyrique Stevenson.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to return Smith (hip) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game at Indianapolis.

Impact Smith has mostly played special teams this season, logging just one defensive snap over the first two weeks.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to return Smith (hip) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game at Indianapolis.

Impact Smith left the Bears' contest in Week 3 early with a hip issue, and now it looks like he probably will have to miss the rest of the game. Jaylon Jones could benefit from Smith's absence in terms of playing time.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

2023 Chicago Bears Rookie Report Card: CB Terell Smith Analyzing how 2023 fifth-round pick Terell Smith fared in his first season with the Chicago Bears.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

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Bears CB Jaylon Johnson returns to practice as team opens window to activate him from IR

Bears sign backup QB Tyson Bagent to a 2-year contract extension through 2027

Caleb Williams looks sharp in Ben Johnson's offense as Bears rout Bills 38-0 in preseason

Bears defense opens training camp by picking on QB Caleb Williams and the offense