44. Bubba Smith
This page generously sponsored by:
Nobody yet! Sponsor it on Patreon to be the first name on this list!
Bubba Smith would become more known for his acting career (notably as Hightower in the Police Academy movies) but for many in Baltimore he is best known as the gargantuan defender who helped the Colts win Super Bowl V. Smith was the first overall draft pick in 1967 and his five year run also saw him make the Pro Bowl twice.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Defensive End
- Acquired: Drafted on the 1st Round, 1st Overall in the NFL Draft 3/14/67.
- Departed: Traded to the Oakland Raiders prior to the 1973 Season.
- Games Played: 69
-
Notable Statistics: 56 Games Started
3 Fumble Recoveries
43.0 Quarterback Sacks*
60 Approximate Value
8 Playoff Games
4 Quarterback Sacks*
*Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981. -
Major Accolades and Awards: Super Bowl Champion (V)
First Team All-Pro Selection (1971)
Second Team All-Pro Selection (1968)
Pro Bowl Selection (1970 & 1971)
Tagged under
Comments powered by CComment