Pleased forty seventh birthday to five-time Professional Bowler, two-time All-Professional, 2005 AP Comeback Participant of the 12 months and Carolina Panthers all-time main receiver, Steve Smith Sr.!
Smith Sr. was chosen within the third spherical of the 2001 NFL Draft out of Utah and after taking part in a bit position as a rookie receiver in Charlotte with 154 yards on 10 receptions, however was named First-Workforce All-Professional for his efforts as a returner – scoring three touchdowns (one on a punt return, two off of kickoffs).
By 2003, he’d established himself as a key cog within the Panthers offense. At 24 years outdated, he recorded his first of eight 1,000-yard seasons whereas additionally catching seven touchdowns and serving to the Panthers attain Tremendous Bowl XXXVIII. He caught 4 passes for 80 yards and a landing within the loss to Tom Brady and Co.
His 2004 season was lower quick by a damaged leg within the season opener, however in 2005 he returned to guide the NFL in receptions (103), receiving yards (1,563) and landing catches (12) to earn Comeback Participant of the 12 months honors.
Smith Sr. would play 13 seasons in Carolina, signing with the Ravens after the Panthers didn’t need to retain his providers after the 2013 marketing campaign. Recognized for his fiery persona and holding grudges, he went off in his one recreation towards the Panthers, catching seven passes for 139 yards and two touchdowns at 35 years outdated.
The Los Angeles native hung up his cleats after the 2016 season, ending his profession with 14,731 yards and 81 touchdowns on 1,031 receptions in 219 video games.
Which brings us to at present’s quiz. Smith’s Carolina report of 12,197 receiving-yards as a Panther ought to be protected for the foreseeable future, with tight finish Ian Thomas being the closest energetic participant with 1,062 to his title. With that being mentioned, are you able to title the all-time main receiver for every NFL franchise?
Good luck!
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