Emmitt Smith: Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith returns to Pensacola, FL to renovate the humble home he grew up in for his father, Emmitt Smith II. Place of Birth: Pensacola, FL. For Breaking News & Analysis Download the Free CBS News app. Now here I am standing at the same podium he did, being inducted into the 2010 Hall of Fame. Yet, he says, at 47, "I still believe in my heart I could play today.". I only not had my childhood dream, but I did everything in my power to fulfill it. My brothers in-law Victor and Rick. [39] The Cardinals lost 7-24, and Smith's 6 carries for minus-1 yards marked the first time in his career he rushed for negative yardage. "I'm not an engineer. Three days before Super Bowl XXXIX on February 3, 2005, Smith announced his retirement from the NFL. He was not re-signed by the Cardinals and signed a one-day contract for one dollar with the Dallas Cowboys, after which he immediately retired with the team he had played with for most of his career. Smith was praised for "making dancing look manly" and for his "natural charm," and Burke was given credit for coaching Smith while still allowing him to improvise some moves. You may be seated. "Compares the greatest pro football players in history"-- Daryl Johnston, where are you? He also scored two touchdowns in Super Bowl XXX. From the school's inaugural season in 1906 through its national championship campaign of 1996, all of the most exciting stories are captured for the very first time in a single book. You knew we could claim our greatness. He had to wait nearly three decades since becoming eligible before getting elected. "There are no words to describe the joy of experiencing this chapter, the highest honor ... everything else pales. I knew Walter Payton was one of the best to have ever played the game, and I wanted to achieve that level of greatness. Smith, committed to play college football at Stanford in 2020. He and Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith were joining forces to run an Xfinity Series team in 2022. Linked as the NFL's leading receiver and rusher, two of the greatest players football has seen entered the Hall of Fame … This book is the perfect gift for fans of one of the most successful organizations in sports history. "You know what, I am now the all-time leading rusher. Troy Aikman was known as the "Quarterback of the '90s'. "My single regret about my career is I never took the time to enjoy it," he said. [58], Smith also co-founded ESmith Legacy, a Baltimore-based company that specializes in commercial real estate development and investment management. This edition has been updated with the 2008–2014 seasons, including the Cowboys' 12–4 2014 season. 1990 Topps Traded Emmitt Smith Dallas Cowboys #27T Football Card Hall Of Fame. "When I go into the hall today, I am not going in alone," Smith said. And because it’s Emmitt Smith, it’ll have a Dallas connection with ties to football, as well. [70], His brother, Emory, played on the practice squads of the Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers. [36] Smith posted 1,486 rushing yards, 9 touchdowns and helped the Cowboys become the first team to win a Super Bowl after starting the season 0-2. Now I can say to my dad and my son EJ, our name will be forever enshrined in the history of football. "I think I deserve to be up here," Jackson said. I'm not a contractor. "This is finally it," Rice said. It is an honor to have achieved this level of success. He posted 937 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. The Cowboys selected Smith in the first round of the 1990 NFL draft. Without you, without you, I know today would not have been possible. "Most people only dream," Smith said. Now I need to take a moment to reflect upon the people who have helped shape the foundation of who I am as a man and also a football player. He's not fast. He gained 22,895 yards, more than 7,600 ahead of second place. Thank you to my high school coach Dwight Thomas for teaching me how to set goals, become a team player, and to shine the spotlight upon others such as my offensive linemen. The second principle is we all need a championship strategy to guide us to help make those dreams come true. Emmitt Smith, Class: Induction: 2006 Sport(s): - Position: Running Back Years: 1987-1989 Place of Birth: Pensacola, FL Date of Birth: May 15, 1969 Jersey Number: Instead, he appeared Sunday mornings during the NFL season on SportsCenter. You cannot have one without the other. [41], Smith currently holds the NFL record in career rushing yards with 18,355, breaking the previous record held by Walter Payton, on October 27, 2002. Smith had 1,193 rushing yards, 11 rushing touchdowns and averaged 3.2 yards per carry in his 2-year time in Arizona. Hall of Fame Dallas Cowboys Drew Pearson, Emmitt Smith launch COVID-19 vaccine PSAs. Found inside – Page 78Emmitt Smith. The Hall of Fame runner triumphed during the popular TV show's third season. 4. Troy Aikman, QB from UCLA. He orchestrated three Dal- las ... You set the foundation by teaching me I could never carry the football for you or anyone else if I fumbled. He retired after the 2004 season with 18,355 yards rushing. I loved the sport so much, all I wanted to do was just play it. In 1992, he set the Cowboys' single-season franchise record and won the rushing title with 1,713 yards. While playing for Dallas, Smith plus quarterback Troy Aikman and wide receiver Michael Irvin were known as "The Triplets," and they led their team to three Super Bowl championships during the 1990s. More Info. [66] He has a daughter, Rheagen Smith (born November 2, 1998), with ex-girlfriend Hope Wilson. NFL Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith will enter NASCAR as a team owner, partnering on a venture with Jesse Iwuji for the Xfinity Series next season. You complete me, babe. NFL legend Emmitt Smith and his wife Pat Smith have decided to separate, MTO News has learned. "I not only had my childhood dream, I did everything I could to fulfill it. He's best known as an assistant coach, the mastermind of the zone blitz. [22], At the conclusion of his junior season in 1989, Smith was named a first-team SEC selection for the third year and SEC Player of the Year, was a unanimous first-team All-American, and finished seventh in the Heisman Trophy balloting. What an honor.". Days later on January 1, 1990, Steve Spurrier was introduced as the Gators' new head coach. It has truly, truly, truly been an honor to go into battle with two of the greatest champions I've ever played with. To Michael and Troy, would you both please stand. NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith Teaming with Jesse Iwuji to Form Jesse Iwuji Motorsports in 2022 Xfinity Season August 21, 2021 at 10:16 AM Though he is entering NASCAR with a much larger purpose, Emmitt Smith also wants it known that he has the bona fides of a fan. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Well, I played in the National Football League and I had accomplished quite a bit. Because what you have been able to do for my family and me throughout my football career and to this day, thank you so much. 1992 Topps Finest #27 of 44 Emmitt Smith Graded USA Mint 9 "Superb Card" $24.95 + $6.00 shipping + $6.00 shipping + $6.00 shipping. DALLAS — Emmitt Smith extended his hand to 14-year-old high school receiver Chase Walton. Will strength in coaching numbers finally fix New York Giants' offensive line? The total of his rushing yards, receiving yards (3,224) and fumble return yards (-15) gives him a total of 21,564 yards from the line of scrimmage, making him one of only four players in NFL history to eclipse the 21,000 combined-yards mark. Wow, what an honor. However, he was removed from this coverage for the 2008 season. We had a winning strategy and a spiritual purpose as a team. You see, I'm carrying my grandfather, I'm carrying my father, and I'm carrying my son along with me because I bear all of their names. This team means more to me than just another professional football team. On February 7, 2010, Smith flipped the coin at the start of Super Bowl XLIV between the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints. "I was always working. Linked as the NFL's leading receiver and rusher, two of the greatest players football has seen entered the Hall of Fame on Saturday night. The next season saw Smith led the league with 21 rushing touchdowns, a new career-high despite battling a hamstring pull late in the season. This title will give you the story behind records held by such football stars as Peyton Manning, Emmitt Smith, Jerry Rice, and more. Dallas Cowboys' goal is to have NFL's top offense, but how will it look in Week 1? Another round of game-used items from the career of Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith are on the auction block. That's one of the reasons why I love this organization and the Jones family so much. Smith led the league in rushing and won the Super Bowl in the same year three times (1992, 1993, and 1995) when to that point it had never been done. created a video called "Emmitt Smith: Wordsmith" mocking his numerous malapropisms. Although Smith is the only player to tell John Madden that Madden NFL rated his skills too high,[49] he was ranked No. People don't understand what it took to be a fullback in our system, the sacrifices you made not simply with your body but your whole spirit. but for the last 38 years I have been a football coach. Career Stats for RB Emmitt Smith. Yet the Broncos never were better than 7-5-2 in his career. [1] Smith is the only running back to ever win a Super Bowl championship, the NFL Most Valuable Player award, the NFL rushing crown, and the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player award all in the same season (1993). You, too, can use your moments to fuel your second chance. Join my journey through this book and read about turning our trials into triumphs, our misery into ministry, and our passion into purpose. You set the bar very high and not only demanded that we leaped over it, but, Jimmy, you showed us how. He also had 212 receiving yards, no receiving touchdowns and averaged 7.3 yards per reception in his 2-year time with the Arizona Cardinals. So thank you, guys. When I was told on February 6th that I was being inducted into the 2010 Hall of Fame, I was struck by a vision. I began to realize what it would take for me to become successful. Thank you all for your love and your support. Emmitt Smith's premier rookie card, the Score Supplemental is the one that sits atop most Smith collectors' want lists. And it's easily his most expensive as pricing can approach $300 for pristine examples. Aug 11 2019 He helped turn New Orleans from 'Aints to a division winner for the first time (1991), and finished his career with the 49ers, winning a Super Bowl in January 1995. [60] Smith once again had Cheryl Burke as his professional dance partner. In twelve seasons, Emmitt Smith became the new leading rusher in the NFL, won four annual rushing titles, three Super Bowl titles, and a league and Super Bowl (XXVII) MVP award. You make everything that I have worth living for. Thank you for being here today to share this experience with me and may God truly bless all of you. People always are surprised how insecure I was. He finished the campaign with Florida records for rushing yards in a season (1,599), rushing yards in a single game (316 versus New Mexico in October 1989), longest rushing play (96 yards against Mississippi State in 1988), career rushing yards (3,928), career rushing yards per game (126.7) and career rushing touchdowns (36), among many others. "(Smith) darted, slithered and followed his blockers, and squeezed yard after yard out of plays that didn't have any yards in them. While Rice and Smith were immediate selections for the hall, LeBeau finally was inducted after a 32-year wait. Emmitt Smith broke down when he addressed former teammate Daryl Johnston. Hall of Fame member Emmitt Smith (left) and NFL Networks' and Hall of Fame member Michael Irvin on set during the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2020 Enshrinement Ceremony on Saturday, August 7, 2021 in Canton, Ohio. The first and most important principle is to be of service. It didn't matter to me what position I played; I just loved being out there. "I did that for 14 years. [34] Even though he missed all of the preseason after having the longest holdout by a rookie in franchise history,[35] he was able to start 15 games, rush for 937 yards and 11 touchdowns, while being named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and receiving Pro Bowl honors. "[10], Despite his accomplishments and accolades, some college recruiting analysts opined that he was too small and too slow to succeed in major college football when he signed to play for the University of Florida. Another critical principle is consistency. On October 31, his 237 rushing yards against the Philadelphia Eagles set the single-season franchise record. Thank you to Jimmy Nichols, my offensive coordinator out of high school. High School: Pensacoloa, FL (Escambia HS) Emmitt Smith came to the University of Florida as the national player of the year, scoring 109 touchdowns in high school. However, the Cowboys lost the NFC Championship Game to the 49ers. We also had a collective goal, mental toughness and trust. At the age of 21, I already knew what I needed to do in order to make my mark. Emmitt Smith surprises long-time Cowboys fan with Fan Hall of Fame induction Longtime Cowboys fan Susan Short was surprised by Emmitt Smith with her induction into the NFL Fan Hall of Fame. You took care of me as though you were taking care of your little brother. In 2016, Smith took the position of co-owner alongside founder and president Ben Davis of The Gents Place, an ultra-premium men's grooming and lifestyle club founded in Frisco, Texas. For example, I began to play football in the park with my older cousins, Morris, Tim and Jeffrey, Jerome and Edward, across the street from my grandmother's house. - Dance, my friend, dance". Jackson, one of the most versatile linebackers in league history, is the first New Orleans Saints player to be enshrined. Ryan Fitzpatrick starting to click with Washington Football Team's pass-catchers. Thank you to Norv Turner for bringing a system that allowed Michael, Troy, me and our offense to flourish. $1.99. © 2010 The Associated Press. And it was Pat who broke things off with the Hall of fame running back. Skeptical at first, Staubach told Smith to spend some time at his company's offices during the spring and summer if he was sincere. [71] His eldest son, E.J. He established an insurmountable record to shoot for. | This Day In NFL History (10/27/02)", "TSN Presents – Football's 100 Greatest Players", "ESPN – Johnson, Slaton proving capable in pass protection – AFC South", "Running debate: Barry or Emmitt? Some give Smith the edge for his consistent "north-south" style that took full advantage of Dallas' talented offensive line, while some think Sanders' spectacular running style with sudden changes of direction made him a better back. CANTON, Ohio -- Jerry Rice and Emmitt Smith can stop the chase now. You mean the world to me (tearing up) not just because we shared the same backfield, but because you sacrificed so much for me. ", In a powerful induction speech, he also encouraged people to say "Yes I can" throughout their lives and noted he had "given the best I've got. The Smiths married in 2000 and have three children together–sons Emmitt IV and Elijah, as well as a daughter, Skylar. Both Pat and Emmitt have daughters, Jasmine and Rheagan, from previous relationships. He was immediately followed on the stage by Randle, who as an undrafted defensive tackle with the Vikings and Seahawks accumulated 137½ sacks in 14 seasons, most for anyone at that position. Smith, Jim Brown, Adrian Peterson and LaDainian Tomlinson are the only players with seven straight ten-touchdown seasons to start their careers. Thank you for blessing me with the running lanes you created. Emmitt Smith officially entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday night with a speech that echoed his the greatness he showed on the field throughout his career. [7] In track & field, Smith competed as a sprinter and was a member of the 4 × 100 m (42.16 s) relay squad. The Gators lost the game in which he was injured plus their next three games, and with starting quarterback Kyle Morris also injured, they were unable to muster a single touchdown over 14 quarters of play. Andre Gurode, Derek Cannard, Flosell Adams, Larry Allen, Frank Cornish, Ron Stone, John Gesek, George Hegman, Eric Williams, Everett McIvar, Kelvin Garmon, Kevin Gogan, Mark Stepnoski, and the late Mark Tuinei who obviously cannot be here. And I'm still learning the jargon. "I was afraid to fail. "I wouldn't want to be here without you: offense, defense and special teams.". Jersey Number: 22. His NFL game turns 20", "Ex-Cowboys great Smith joins ESPN as NFL analyst", "Bengals have issues; Chad's not one of 'em", Hughes, C. J. They set the standard.". The Dallas Cowboys—“America’s Team”—shares the record for most Super Bowl appearances (8) with the Pittsburgh Steelers and recorded 20 consecutive winning seasons (1966–85), in which they only missed the playoffs twice (1974 and ... How 'Bout Them Cowboys tells the story of the NFL's most successful franchise, with special access to its outspoken owner, Jerry Jones, his sons Stephen and Jerry Jr., daughter Charlotte, and dozens of interviews of current and former ... For example, I wrote down my goals and how I was going to achieve them because Dwight Thomas used to tell us, It's only a dream until you write it down, and then it becomes a goal. Found insideEmmitt Smith, “Emmitt Smith Hall of Fame Speech”, AOL News, 8 August 2010, http://www.aolnews.com/2010/08/08/emmittsmithhalloffamespeech/ (accessed 21 ... God has blessed me with an amazing family. Presents facts and figures about the game of football--past and present, and particularly about professional play in the NFL. Smith has partnered with Notable Live for a series of auctions throughout the 2021 NFL season in which he’s offering items from his own extensive collection including game-worn jerseys, shoes and other equipment, game balls, autographed … [2], Smith was born in Pensacola, Florida, the son of Mary J. Smith and Emmitt James Smith, Jr.[3][4] At the age of eight, he played his first organized football game on a team that was sponsored by the Salvation Army. Smith was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010, in his first year of eligibility. He performs with Steve Young and Stuart Scott at the Monday Night Football site each week on Monday Night Countdown. But it almost feels surreal. To my kids, Jasmine, Rheagan, EJ, Skylar, and my soon-to-be fifth child, I love all of you very, very much. [64], Smith was initiated as a member of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at the University of Florida. Among other accolades, he is the league's all-time leading rusher. Don't miss the other books in the series, John Madden and Michael Strahan! In 1993, he missed all of training camp and the first 2 regular season games. Iwuji is the son of two Nigerian immigrants who lived in Carrolton, Texas. $49.99 + $16.99 shipping + $16.99 shipping + $16.99 shipping. In his first collegiate start, Smith promptly broke Florida's 57-year-old all-time single game rushing record held by Red Bethea, carrying 39 times for 224 yards and two touchdowns as the Gators upset the Crimson Tide. I also understood that my job and my role as a teammate had to be fulfilled by all the work that we all put in to what we was trying to get accomplished. His 1,586 yards rushing is also top on the NFL postseason chart, and he shares the total playoff touchdown mark of 21 with Thurman Thomas. My father turned to me and said, sure, that would be a good goal for you to have, son. Now I can say to my dad and my son, EJ, our name will be forever enshrined in the history of football.". "Man, this really is a great day to be alive," said LeBeau, elected by the senior committee. Found inside – Page 182Emmitt Smith, “Emmitt Smith's Enshrinement Speech,” Pro Football Hall of Fame Field at Fawcett Stadium, Canton, Ohio, August 7, 2010, ... Thank you to my Lord and savior Jesus Christ for blessing me to play the sport I so dearly love for almost three decades. [45] Observers agree, though, that both Smith and Sanders were among the best running backs in league history.[46][47][48]. With the Cowboys, Smith won three Super Bowl rings and rushed for over 100 yards in two of those games, Super Bowl XXVII (108 yards and a touchdown, and six receptions for 27 yards), and Super Bowl XXVIII (132 yards and two touchdowns, and four receptions for 26 yards). With the season in jeopardy the Cowboys relented and reached an agreement, making Smith the highest paid running back in the league. I know it's not a dream. He made 10 All-Pro teams, was chosen for 13 Pro Bowls, and made receptions in an almost-unimaginable 274 consecutive games. [57], In 2014, Smith's company began a nationwide expansion, including into New York City. The hardest service is for everyone. “We were in Texas at the Texas race, and Jesse happened to be there. "That's just about the highest compliment ever paid to me in my life. His words gave me the permission I needed to live in the dream. [14], Smith stayed healthy throughout his junior season in 1989 and found success again. ][citation needed], Smith/Cypress is a joint venture (Smith owns 51 percent) with Cypress Equities, the retail development arm of Roger Staubach's real estate services company. "It's been a privilege to coach in the NFL. In October 2010, he was inducted into the Escambia High School Sports Hall of Fame during halftime of an EHS football game, along with former Seattle Mariners third baseman Jim Presley and several other EHS alumni. "I am carrying my grandfather, I'm carrying my father and I'm carrying my son along with me because I bear all their names. In June 2010, Smith returned to his high school alma mater, Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida, for a taping of ESPN's show Homecoming with Rick Reilly. From 1981-91, Grimm led the Hogs and helped the Redskins win three Super Bowls. I will continue to do everything in my power to keep your daughter and my wife safe and happy. He also holds the record for career rushing touchdowns with 164. p. 5", "Former Gator Great Emmitt Smith Enshrined Into College Football Hall of Fame", "After Freedom Bowl win, Huskies optimistic for '90", "Emmitt Ends Holdout, Signs With Cowboys", "Smith Gets His Cash, Rejoins The Cowboys", "Emmitt Smith Stats | Pro Football Hall of Fame Official Site", "Emmitt Smith Becomes the All-Time King of Rushers! "There are no more routes to run, no more touchdowns to score, no more records to set. Smith is also one of only two non-kickers in NFL history to score more than 1,000 career points (the other being Jerry Rice). Jackson made six Pro Bowls with a combination of strong run defense and a tenacity that led to 128 sacks. Smith came on and talked about the exciting new business venture. Smith rushed for 18,355 yards, with 164 touchdowns, 11 seasons with 1,000 or more yards on the ground, and 78 games with 100 yards rushing. "You took care of me as if you were taking care of your little brother," Smith said. (The others are Jerry Rice, Brian Mitchell and Walter Payton). YEAR TEAM G ATT YDS AVG LNG TD 1st 1st% 20+ 40+ FUM; 1990 Dallas Cowboys Emmitt Smith’s jersey: On Oct. 27, 2002, Emmitt Smith broke a record that once seemed unbreakable. Rice caught 1,549 passes, more than 400 beyond anyone else. | Sporting News, The | Find Articles at BNET", "Gil Brandt's 25 greatest NFL running backs of all time", "List Ranker - Rank Em: NFLs Greatest Running Backs - ESPN", "25 Greatest Running Backs in NFL History", "As John Madden would say, 'Boom!' Smith is one of only five NFL players who have amassed over 10,000 career-rushing yards and 400 career receptions. He also became the oldest player in NFL history ever to throw his first touchdown pass, throwing a 21-yard touchdown strike on a halfback option play, the only passing attempt of his career. You can read the transcript as Emmitt Smith thanked his former Cowboys teammate Daryl Johnston, his lead blocker, for making his entry to the Hall possible. He also broke two of Tony Dorsett's Dallas franchise rushing records, the first for most consecutive initial games of a season with 100+ rushing yards (Smith's four to Dorsett's three) and the second for single-season rushing yards (1,773 to Dorsett's 1,646). Will you please stand? Jesse Iwuji has partnered with NFL Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith to form Jesse Iwuji Motorsports for the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity … Both Dwight Thomas and Jimmy Nichols pushed me to a level of greatness at an early age. And because of this, He has predestined me to do great things in life. [44], During his career, he was often compared to Detroit Lions Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders, as both men were extremely successful for their respective teams and combined for 8 rushing titles during the 1990s. Emmitt Smith - RB - Florida Gators. Smith was subsequently inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a "Gator Great" in 1999,[29][30] the Gator Football Ring of Honor and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2006. I apologize if I cannot be there for everything, but please know this: Dad is doing the very best that he can. That's why I always did everything in my power to help make this organization and team the very best it could possibly be. And he broke down when saluting his former fullback, Daryl Johnston. This book, the first in a new sports trivia series, is divided into four parts, with progressively more difficult questions in each new section. The rookie section contains the most basic questions. In 2002, he reached the goal he set as a rookie, finishing the season with 17,162 career yards and breaking the NFL rushing record previously held by Walter Payton against the Seattle Seahawks. While playing for the Dallas Cowboys, balance was the key to our success. He had my size, he was my build. Standing before you today, I know this is real. Smith began choking up during a one-minute standing ovation as he stepped to the microphone as the final inductee. "There's a huge need for top-quality retail in these areas, and I understand how the deals are cut," Smith said before lunch. Currently the defensive coordinator of the Pittsburgh Steelers, LeBeau singled out his players who sat in a corner of Fawcett Stadium. On March 26, 2003, Smith signed a two-year contract as a free agent with the Arizona Cardinals, who were not only looking for Smith to improve their team, but also helped them promote it with their local fan base. Emmitt James Smith III (born May 15, 1969) is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 15 seasons, primarily with the Dallas Cowboys. When he turned to me and said, Son, I am so proud of you, I had dreams of doing what you're doing, but my mom got sick and I never did get a chance to go to college. In similar fashion to his New York Times bestseller The Bad Guys Won!, about the 1986 New York Mets, in Boys Will Be Boys, award-winning writer Jeff Pearlman chronicles the outrageous antics and dazzling talent of a team fueled by ego, sex, ... As he did in his acclaimed '77: Denver, the Broncos, and a Coming of Age and his earlier nonfiction works, Terry Frei combines reporting, historical research, memoir, and opinion, discussing his varied experiences and the diverse characters ... "Football always has been my life. The third principle is, claim your inner champion. Since the 1990s, the stadium’s nickname has been “The Swamp.” Learn more about this college team’s history, traditions, uniforms, team records, coaches, and legendary players in Florida Gators, part of the Inside College Football ... During Smith's high school football career, Escambia won two state football championships, and Smith rushed for 106 touchdowns and 8,804 yards, which was the second most yardage in the history of American high school football at the time. An app is providing crisis alerts in Kabul amid Taliban takeover, How the Pittsburgh Pirates made history 50 years ago, Boxing gym knew champ before he was Muhammad Ali, Ex-NFLer: Nick Saban ignored convulsing player. Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith, who is entering NASCAR team ownership, gives a thumbs up after the command to start engines for the Oct. 24, 2020 Xfinity Series race at Texas Motor Speedway, where his company sponsored Jesse Iwuji’s car (Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images). Now, in 1990, I'm on the verge of doing something I always wanted to do as a child: Play professional football. Now when I go into the hall today, I'm not going in alone. His 30 carries for 132 yards and two touchdowns that day in Atlanta in 1994 are only a … He called the Hogs "a group of guys that grew together, worked together, rose families together" and said he would have their names embroidered on the inside of his gold Hall of Fame jacket. He is the NFL's all-time leader in rushing attempts with 4,409, the only player to post three seasons with 19 or more touchdowns, and the record-holder for most games in a season with a touchdown and most games in a season with a rushing touchdown (15), set in 1995. Test your knowledge about the greats of the gridiron who made football the most popular sport in the United States today.

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