Za'Darius Smith signs one-year deal with Falcons after injuries and suspensions

Za'Darius Smith has signed a one-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons following a series of injuries and a suspension impacting their pass-rushing unit. The deal, worth up to $8 million, comes after Smith, a three-time Pro Bowler, briefly retired last season. His return to the NFL became imminent after first-round EDGE Jalon Walker tore his ACL and James Pearce Jr. received an eight-game suspension for a domestic dispute. The Falcons now look to bolster their thin pass-rushing group with Smith joining other recent signings ahead of the upcoming season.

• 1:58 PMCBS NFL — Za'Darius Smith unretires, signs with Falcons after Jalon Walker injury and James Pearce Jr. suspension