The Chicago Bears just made their first official roster move ahead of tonight’s 5 p.m. CT deadline, parting ways with former fifth-round cornerback Terell Smith. This one stings for the guy who’s been a dependable reserve in their secondary.
The Injury That Changed Everything
Smith, originally a fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, had already built a reputation as a solid backup for the Bears. But then came the nightmare: a brutal knee injury last preseason that absolutely wrecked his season before it even began. That kind of setback is tough to come back from, and it clearly hampered him through this summer.
Fighting Back Wasn’t Enough
Even after all that, Smith fought hard. He put together a strong performance in the preseason finale against the Tennessee Titans. You’d think that would be enough to earn him a spot, right? Nope. According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, that strong showing simply wasn’t enough to secure a roster spot this time around.
It’s a tough break as the Bears continue to trim their roster down. We’ll be watching closely as more news breaks.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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