KEITH SMITH NEWS

Shifts to IR Atlanta placed Smith on injured reserve Saturday, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.

Impact Smith likely sustained an ankle injury during practice this week, and after logging a DNP on Friday, the 31-year-old fullback has landed on IR. The veteran had appeared in 13 of the Falcons' 14 games before suffering this injury, recording 33 yards from scrimmage on three touches and playing 220 snaps on special teams.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raider Nation Origin Stories: Meet Keith Smith, known as 'Crusader Raider' from East London, England Smith has traveled across the pond nearly 100 times over four decades to watch the Silver and Black in action.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • RAIDERS.COM

Ruled out for Week 9 Smith (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smith remains in the NFL's concussion protocol after exiting the team's Week 8 loss to the Titans. The fullback has played mostly on special teams when healthy. Smith's next chance to play will come in Week 10 against the Cardinals.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Smith (concussion) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Titans, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Smith entered the league's concussion protocols and wasn't able to get through the tests to return. He's primarily contributed on special teams this season.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons FB Keith Smith arrested on traffic charges Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith was arrested Wednesday for driving with a suspended license, according to Atlanta police

MAY 25, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Falcons' Keith Smith arrested on traffic charges FLOWERY BRANCH -- Falcons running back Keith Smith was arrested on traffic charges in Atlanta on Wednesday.

MAY 24, 2023 • AJC.COM

BREAKING: Falcons FB Keith Smith Arrested for Traffic Charges Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith was arrested Wednesday in Buckhead.

MAY 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

BREAKING: Falcons FB Keith Smith Arrested for Traffic Charges Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith was arrested Wednesday in Buckhead.

MAY 24, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Signs new deal The Falcons re-signed Smith on Monday, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.

Impact Smith is now slated to stay put in Atlanta for at least one more year following Monday's transaction. The 30-year-old fullback is heading into his 10th NFL season and saw 246 offensive snaps and 261 special-teams snaps this past campaign.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons Re-Sign 'Selfless' FB Keith Smith, Fortifying Run Game Keith Smith is returning to the Atlanta Falcons for a fifth consecutive season. As a fullback, Smith plays an unglamorous but important role...

MARCH 13, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Falcons Re-Sign 'Selfless' FB Keith Smith, Fortifying Run Game Keith Smith is returning to the Atlanta Falcons for a fifth consecutive season. As a fullback, Smith plays an unglamorous but important role...

MARCH 13, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Serves as blocker in '22 Smith finished the regular season with two yards on one carry and an eight-yard reception on two targets while playing in all 17 of the Falcons' games during the 2022 season.

Impact In his fourth season with Atlanta, Smith once again saw a near-even split between offense and special-teams work. The fullback played 246 offensive snaps on the campaign, compared to 261 on special teams, where he served as a key member of Atlanta's coverage and return units. Smith is headed for unrestricted free agency this offseason, but the Falcons will presumably be interested in retaining him if head coach Arthur Smith continues to include a fullback as part of his offensive scheme in 2023.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Filling blocking role Smith went without a carry or target while playing nine of the Falcons' 57 snaps on offense in Sunday's 19-13 loss to the Commanders.

Impact The fullback has appeared in all 12 of the Falcons' games this season, but he continues to be utilized almost exclusively as a blocker on the limited occasions he takes the field with the offense. Both of his touches for the season -- a two-yard carry and an eight-yard reception -- came in a Week 6 win over the 49ers.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 10 yards in win Smith tallied one carry for two yards and reeled in his only target for eight yards during Sunday's 28-14 victory versus the 49ers.

Impact Smith played 28 offensive snaps and garnered his first two touches of the campaign. The fullback remains irrelevant in standard fantasy leagues, but he is likely to see periodic touches in Arthur Smith's downhill running scheme.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' Keith Smith bouncing back from offseason knee surgery FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons fullback Keith Smith is working his way back into the offense after offseason knee surgery and the recent birth of...

AUGUST 3, 2022 • AJC.COM

Returns to practice Smith (knee) practiced with the team Tuesday, Matt Urben of Falcons Wire reports.

Impact Smith underwent knee surgery this offseason then missed part of camp due to the birth of his son. The 30-year-old veteran is headed into his fourth season with the Falcons and has no real competition at fullback on the current roster.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' all-purpose star Patterson allowed to miss minicamp

The Atlanta Falcons had a 100% turnout but not full participation on the opening day of their mandatory minicamp

JUNE 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons QB Mariota willing to be mentor but hungry to start

Marcus Mariota already has shown he's willing to serve as a mentor for Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder

MAY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rehabbing from offseason surgery Smith underwent offseason knee surgery, but he's expected to be ready for training camp, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Smith appeared in all 17 games for the Falcons last year and finished with career highs in rushing attempts (nine) and rushing yards (31), while adding nine receptions for 56 yards. The veteran fullback hasn't missed a game since 2015 and has garnered a consistent role for Atlanta over the past three seasons.

MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics Sign Juwan Morgan to a Multi-Year Deal According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Celtics are signing Juwan Morgan to a multi-year contract. Morgan’s 10-day deal with Boston...

APRIL 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Hauls in only target Sunday Smith caught his only target for three yards during Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Saints.

Impact Smith finished his third season in Atlanta with nine rushing attempts for 31 yards and nine receptions for 56 yards. The veteran fullback is under contract for one more season, so he's expected to return with a similar role during the 2022 season.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bair Mail: On work ahead of Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot, Keith Smith and Grady Jarrett Your questions get answers in Wednesday's mailbag

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Pitts, Koo, Patterson and Keith Smith rank high in Pro Bowl voting FLOWERY BRANCH -- Falcons rookie tight end Kyle Pitts, kicker Younghoe Koo, running back Cordarrelle Patterson and fullback Keith Smith crac...

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • AJC.COM

Two catches in win Smith caught both of his targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Jaguars.

Impact Smith continues to have a marginal role in Atlanta's offense, totaling seven touches for 40 yards over his last three games. However, barring a touchdown, Smith will likely remain unplayable in standard formats.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keith Smith post game press conference Fullback Keith Smith speaks to the media after the win in Jacksonville.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM