Smith still out

Safety Dwight Smith (hamstring) was the only player missing at the start of practice and is expected to miss his second straight game.

That would mean another start for Tank Williams, who turned in a solid performance in last week's 24-14 loss at Dallas.

Quarterback Tarvaris Jackson (fractured right index finger) took a few snaps and threw some passes during the early warm-up drills, the only portion of practice that is open to the media.

Backup Kelly Holcomb is expected to start Sunday's game against Philadelphia, but coach Brad Childress might have an update on Jackson's status after practice.

Running back Chester Taylor (groin) is practicing and expected to play Sunday.