Seahawks GM John Schneider said Thursday that Smith is "the guy" and fellow QB Sam Howell was brought in to be a backup, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Smith and the Seahawks agreed Thursday to a restructured contract, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

The Seahawks informed Smith on Thursday that he'll remain on the roster through this week, rather than being released to avoid a $12.7 million contract guarantee that kicks in Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Smith (groin) completed 25 of 36 pass attempts for 227 yards and two touchdowns with one carry for two yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over Tennessee.

Smith( groin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Tennessee, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Coach Pete Carroll said that Smith (groin) will be a "full go" at Wednesday's walkthrough, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Coach Pete Carroll confirmed after Monday's 20-17 win over the Eagles that Smith will start versus the Titans in Week 16 as long as he's healthy, Brady Henderson of ESPN reports.

Smith (groin) is active for Monday's game against the Eagles

Smith (groin) remains listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Eagles but appears to be facing an "uphill battle" to play, Jay Glazer reported on "Fox NFL Sunday."

Smith (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest against the Eagles, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.