Steve Smith Sr.
Career Stats: 219 games played (198 starts), 1,031 receptions, 14,731 yards, 81 TD
With 108 grabs for 1,461 yards and 13 touchdowns in their first season together, Sharpe had his finest season of his career. After posting a 94/1,119/18 season, Sharpe’s career was ended two years later due to a neck condition. After three All-Pro choices and five Pro Bowl berths in seven seasons, Sharpe’s playing days were over at the age of 29.He could race through or around opponents with his lightning-fast feet because he desired it so badly. Despite only being 5-foot-9, Smith was an exceptional chain mover with a flair for making third down conversions. One year after losing his leg, in 2005, Smith returned to the NFL and immediately set league records for 103 receptions, 1,563 yards, and 12 touchdowns. Throughout that period, Smith was the epitome of tenacity, toughness, and perseverance.
Steve Smith Sr.
