"It's probably not a huge surprise after his performance Sunday against Carolina, but if the early part of practice Tuesday was any indication, Kevin Smith is going to make his first start at running back since the 2009 season.

Smith, who rushed for 140 yards Sunday and scored three touchdowns, was taking first-team reps during the skeleton drills Tuesday.

Jahvid Best was still not cleared for physical activity and won't play Thursday.

It's not set in stone, certainly, but it looks like Smith will start against the Packers."