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The Chicago Bears have signed 26-year-old defensive back Keidron Smith to the practice squad, a familiar move that brings the Kentucky product back to Halas Hall after a brief earlier stint this month.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Bears Worked Out Three Safeties

Per the NFL Transactions wire, the Chicago Bears hosted three safeties for workouts on Wednesday, including Keidron Smith, Jerrick Reed, and Rashad Wisdom.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Bears Signed DB Keidron Smith To Practice Squad

The Chicago Bears announced they have signed DB Keidron Smith to the practice squad. They had an open slot available. Chicago’s practice squad now includes: RB Salvon Ahmed G Caden Barnett TE Stephen Carlson DE Marcus Davenport WR Kaden Davis G Kyle Hergel LB Wayne Matthews WR Scott Miller DB Deantre Prince WR J.P.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 6

Falcons Claim DB Keidron Smith

The Atlanta Falcons claimed DB Keidron Smith off waivers from the Jets, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. This move comes in correspondence with the Falcons placing OLB Jalon Walker on injured reserve.

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NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / December 16

Jets Poach 'Impressive' Defender from Broncos Practice Squad

The New York Jets have signed safety Keidron Smith off the Denver Broncos' practice squad and onto their active roster, the team announced Monday. A 2023 undrafted free agent, Smith spent the past three years in the Broncos' pipeline, largely as a special-teamer, following brief stints with Miami and Washington.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / December 15

Jets Officially Lose 29-Year-Old CB For Season

The New York Jets lost a piece on Sunday for the remainder of the 2025 National Football League season. Jets cornerback Isaiah Oliver suffered a knee injury against the Jacksonville Jaguars that forced him out of the contest.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / June 29, 2025

Broncos safety Keidron Smith is fighting for a roster spot in a crowded secondary

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Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 17, 2024

Broncos depth chart for Week 11 vs. Falcons

After making two roster moves earlier this week, the Denver Broncos have updated their depth chart ahead of Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. The Broncos waived safety Keidron Smith from the 53-man roster on Tuesday.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 16, 2024

Broncos Announce Pair of Roster Moves Ahead of Falcons Game

The Denver Broncos announced a pair of roster moves on the eve of their Week 11 tilt vs. the Atlanta Falcons . The Broncos have elevated linebacker Zach Cunningham and safety Keidron Smith to the gameday roster.

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Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 16, 2024

Recapping the 5 roster moves Broncos made ahead of Falcons game

The Denver Broncos made five roster moves this week ahead of their Week 11 showdown with the Atlanta Falcons, with three of those transactions involving the same player.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 16, 2024

Broncos elevate 2 players from practice squad for Falcons game

The Denver Broncos are calling up some reinforcements from the practice squad ahead of their Week 11 showdown with the Atlanta Falcons. The Broncos elevated linebacker Zach Cunningham and safety Keidron Smith from the practice squad to the game-day roster on Saturday.

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Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 14, 2024

Broncos' updated 17-player practice squad after roster moves

The Denver Broncos made a change to their practice squad this week. The first domino fell on Tuesday when the Broncos waived safety Keidron Smith from the active roster.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 14, 2024

Broncos bring back recently-cut safety on practice squad

After being cut by the Denver Broncos on Tuesday, safety Keidron Smith returned to the team on Thursday and signed with the practice squad. Denver had room for Smith on the practice squad after promoting fullback Michael Burton to the 53-man roster on Wednesday.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 14, 2024

Broncos release depth chart for Week 11 vs. Falcons

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 13, 2024

Broncos' updated 53-man roster after recent transactions

After making two roster moves this week, the Denver Broncos have updated their 53-man roster ahead of their game against the Atlanta Falcons. Denver waived safety Keidron Smith on Tuesday, making room for fullback Michael Burton to be promoted to the active roster on Wednesday.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / November 13, 2024

Broncos Waive DB Keidron Smith

Creating an opening on its active roster, the Denver Broncos waived defensive back Keidron Smith, the team announced Tuesday. Undrafted in 2023, Smith latched onto Denver's practice squad late last season and inked a reserve/future contract in January.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / November 12, 2024