Emmitt Smith

  • Emmitt Smith was the former running back for the Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals, and is considered one of the greatest running backs of his time.

    In 2007, Smith signed a two-year contract to provide commentary for ESPN. On February 20, 2009, the network informed Smith that the contract, which expired after Super Bowl XLIII, would not be renewed.ProFootballTalk.com: Emmitt Exits ESPN

  • Career Highlights

    Emmitt Smith was drafted in the first round of the 1990 NFL draft. He played with the Dallas Cowboys from 1990 to 2002. During this period Smith broke numerous NFL records, many of which still stand today. He retired in 2005 and will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010.
  • Dancing Champion

    In 2006, along with dancer Cheryl Burke, Smith was crowned the champion of the third season of the popular reality competition show Dancing with the Stars.
  • Timeline

    • May 15, 1969: Born
    • 1987: Attended the University of Florida
    • 1990: Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys
    • 1990: NFL Rookie of the Year Award
    • 1991: First Pro Bowl appearance
    • 1993: National Football League MVP
    • 1993: Bert Bell Award
    • 1994: Super Bowl MVP
    • 2002: Becomes NFL's all-time leading rusher
    • 2003: Signs with the Arizona Cardinals
    • 2005: Released by the Cardinals, resigns with the Dallas Cowboys and retires immediately
    • 2005: Inducted into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor
    • 2006: Wins Dancing with the Stars
    • 2006: Inducted into Florida Football Ring of Honor
    • 2007: Joins ESPN as an analyst

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