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31. Aaron Smith

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31. Aaron Smith

One of the best players to ever play in the NFL, who played collegiate in Northern Colorado, Aaron Smith, was taken in the Fourth Round in 1999.

After a slow rookie year, Smith became the starting Left Defensive End, a position he held until 2008.  In that eight-year run, Smith was a Pro Bowler in the 2004 season and was an integral part of their two Super Bowl wins in the 2000s. Smith was the type of player who may not have excelled at one skill, but he was also a player with no discernable weakness making him a coveted asset.

Smith's injuries rendered his last three seasons ineffective, but he was able to complete his career in 2011 in a Pittsburgh uniform.  Smith's career totals saw him amass 44.0 Sacks, 84 Tackles for Loss, and 481 Combined Tackles.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Defensive End
  • Acquired: Selected in the 4th Round, 109th Overall in the NFL Draft 4/17/99.
  • Departed:

    Released 3/2/12.

  • Games Played: 160
  • Notable Statistics:

    152 Games Started
    1 Interception
    7 Forced Fumbles
    9 Fumble Recoveries
    54 Fumble Recovery Yards
    44.0 Quarterback Sacks
    481 Combined Tackles
    344 Solo Tackles
    137 Assisted Tackles
    84 Tackles for Loss
    26 Quarterback Hits*
    89 Approximate Value

    13 Playoff Games
    1 Fumble Recovery
    0 Fumble Recovery Yards
    3.0 Quarterback Sacks
    27 Combined Tackles
    16 Solo Tackles
    11 Assisted Tackles
    6 Tackles for Loss
    1 Quarterback Hit*

    *Quarterback Hits became a statistic in 2006.

  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    Super Bowl Champion (XL & XLIII)
    Pro Bowl (2004)

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