Mike Smith (linebacker)
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Baltimore Ravens — No. 51 | |
Linebacker | |
Date of birth: September 2, 1981 | |
Place of birth: Lubbock, Texas | |
Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | Weight: 235 lb (107 kg) |
National Football League debut | |
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2005 for the Baltimore Ravens | |
Career history | |
College: Texas Tech | |
NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 7 / Pick: 234 | |
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Career highlights and awards | |
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Stats at NFL.com |
Mike Smith (born September 2, 1981 in Lubbock, Texas) is an American football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. He was originally drafted by the Ravens in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Tech.
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[edit] High School years
Smith attended Coronado High School and in his senior year, he recorded 182 tackles and five interceptions.
[edit] College career
Smith played college football at Texas Tech. During his time there, he started in 45 games and is one of only five other Red Raider players to play in 50 games. He graduated with a degree in communication studies.
[edit] Professional career
[edit] Baltimore Ravens
Smith was originally signed by the Baltimore Ravens in the seventh round (234th overall) in the 2005 NFL Draft. In his rookie year he played in six games recording three tackles. He made his NFL debut on October 31 at the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2006, he played in eight games again recording three tackles.[1]