Smith played 12 games, resulting in 49 tackles and a forced fumble, during his first season with the Bears. He exited the team's last game of the season with a quad injury.
After barely playing in the first two weeks of the season, Smith took on a full-time role at cornerback in Weeks 3 through 5, but he then became ill with mononucleosis and missed four games. Upon his return, his playing time was inconsistent. Signed through 2026, Smith will try to earn a starting role in his second season with Chicago.