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The Bears had deliberate to play linebacker Roquan Smith on Saturday evening, however Smith didn’t play.

Bears Common Supervisor Ryan Poles mentioned on the Fox 32 broadcast that Smith skilled some “tightness” as he went by way of an early exercise. Poles didn’t elaborate.

“I believe all the pieces goes to be all proper with him,” Poles added.

Linebackers coach Dave Borgonzi and athletic coach Andre Tucker had been placing Smith by way of the paces to get him able to play, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune stories. Smith was on the sideline and never in uniform because the group started its pregame warmups.

Smith practiced for the primary time throughout coaching camp final Saturday, taking part partially after ending his “hold-in.” He agreed to return on his present deal, which ensures him $9.7 million this season on his fifth-year choice, after failing to succeed in settlement on a long-term contract.

Smith has 524 tackles, 43 tackles for loss, 14 sacks, 17 quarterback hits, 17 cross breakups and 5 interceptions in 4 seasons.