Fred Smoot
Fred Smoot
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Fred Smoot is an American former professional football player who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 9 seasons.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: August 12, 1977
Still active, no known date of passing
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession: Former NFL player, television sports analyst
Early Life and Background
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Fred Smoot was born in Los Angeles, California. Growing up in a large family with multiple siblings, he developed strong physical skills through participating in various sports from an early age. His athletic prowess led him to enroll at the University of Washington, where he played college football for four years.
During his time at the university, Smoot's impressive performances caught the attention of NFL scouts. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2nd round (31st overall) of the 2001 NFL Draft.
Major Accomplishments
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- Played for the Seattle Seahawks from 2001 to 2007 and the Washington Redskins from 2008 to 2010.
- Had a notable season in 2005, where he recorded 10 interceptions, which placed him among the league leaders that year.
- Was part of the Seahawks team that reached Super Bowl XL in 2006.
Notable Works or Actions
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Fred Smoot has worked as an NFL analyst for various television networks. He is known for his insight into football strategy and game analysis, providing viewers with a deeper understanding of the sport. His analytical skills have been appreciated by fans and fellow players alike.
Impact and Legacy
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Smoot's contributions to the world of sports extend beyond his playing career. As an analyst, he has helped educate audiences about the intricacies of football. His experience on the field has given him a unique perspective that is valuable to viewers seeking in-depth analysis.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Fred Smoot's influence and recognition stem from his achievements on the field as well as his post-playing career work as an analyst. He is remembered for being one of the more successful cornerbacks of his era, known for his ability to intercept passes and contribute significantly to his team's success. His transition into sports analysis has further solidified his place in football culture.
Quotes by Fred Smoot
We played in the Senior Bowl, ... I got MVP out of jamming his (expletive). It basically started there, with a long week of getting after each other.
The mental toughness of this team, that will win away games, ... You go into a city or stadium where nobody is cheering for you and all odds are against you, the veterans are going to make a big difference. We've played so many away games in our careers, we kind of know how to handle them.
He's not hard for me to cover because I'm a veteran guy, ... I know how to tempo down fast guys like that. But I'm sure he's hard to cover for some of these other corners because when you look at film, it doesn't seem like Troy's moving as fast as he is. That's why he's going to constantly get behind people.
He's not hard for me to cover because I'm a veteran guy. I know how to tempo down fast guys like that. But I'm sure he's hard to cover for some of these other corners because when you look at film, it doesn't seem like Troy's moving as fast as he is. That's why he's going to constantly get behind people.
I feel like a free agent again. I'm feeling good about the coaches. For the first time in two years, I feel like I'm being coached. They're well organized, and every time we hit the field, we're getting something done. I got the love that came from coach (Joe) Gibbs, Gregg Williams, Marvin Lewis.
He's waiting to see what I'm going to say, ... We do this. It's going to be a verbal matchup, just like it's going to be a physical matchup.
But it ain't no excuse, ... I saw Baltimore do it a couple of years back with no offense.
It has been really frustrating, ... Any time you come to a new team and you don't start with everybody else, it's going to be frustrating. Then a guy like me that loves to play. I love to get out there and interact with the guys. I haven't been able to do that so, yeah, it's been frustrating.