Smith (ankle) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Smith is set to miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday, but even when he was healthy, he was rarely summoned on defense. Expect Clayton Fejedelem to take over any snaps left over by starters Shawn Williams and George Iloka.

Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith participated fully at practice Friday after being limited earlier in the week, so it would seem he is progressing in the right direction to play Sunday. The 25-year-old has not seen game action since Week 2, and would likely be limited to a role on special teams if able to play against the Steelers this week.

Smith (ankle) will not play in Sunday's game against the Bills, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is the third straight week that Smith will miss as he continues to nurse an ankle issue. Smith was playing a role on special teams before suffering the injury.

Smith (ankle) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

EDGE Analysis

The Bengals will suffer from the added safety depth that Smith brings. Otherwise, the third-year safety is normally summoned in special teams roles.

Smith (ankle) is doubtful to play Sunday against the Browns.

EDGE Analysis

Smith missed Week 3 with an ankle injury and didn't practice in any capacity this week. His potential absence would rob the Bengals of depth at safety.

Smith (ankle) is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Packers.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was listed as questionable Friday, so we don't expect this to be a long-term issue. The 25-year-old safety has been summoned mainly in special teams roles, so don't expect any changes to the Bengals' game plan.

Smith (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Packers, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has been playing mainly in a special teams role, so if he's unable to play it won't throw off the Bengals' game plan for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. Being given a questionable designation signals that it's not likely a long-term injury.

With starting strong safety Shawn Williams out with an elbow injury, Smith could be in line for more playing time in the near future, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Immediately after Williams left with the elbow injury Saturday against the Chiefs, Smith got beat for a touchdown by tight end Demetrius Harris, while most of the first-team defense was in the game. Josh Shaw could also be in the mix to compete with Smith.

Smith (thigh) was not listed on Wednesday's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Texans, Paul Dehner of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith seems to be in line for his first game since Week 11 against the Bills. Before suffering the injury, Smith was utilized as added depth in the secondary for Cincinnati, and that won't likely change during the remaining two weeks of the regular season.

Smith (thigh) is inactive Sunday against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Smith practiced in full Friday but it wasn't enough to clear him for Sunday's contest, as he will now miss his four straight game. Look for George Iloka to continue to handle the majority of reps at free safety.