Andre Smith Injury: Updates on Bengals OT's Concussion and Return

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Andre Smith suffered a concussion in Week 8 and had not played since. However, he is ready to return.

Continue for updates. 

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Smith Active in Week 11

Sunday, Nov. 22

The Bengals announced Smith was available to play against the Arizona Cardinals. 

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Latest on Smith's Practice Status

Friday, Nov. 20

The Bengals announced Smith was a full participant in practice Thursday and Friday after being limited on Wednesday. 

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Bengals' Depth Softened Smith Injury Blow

Per Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' website (h/t Fox Sports), Smith's absence in Week 9 against the Cleveland Browns made him the first Cincinnati offensive starter to not play in a game this year. Injuries have hindered the former first-round pick the last two seasons, as he was able to play only nine games in 2014 after having surgery on his arm in November.

The Bengals plugged in Eric Winston at right tackle in Smith's absence, but the 28-year-old is a stabilizing presence on the offensive line for the team.