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• Marvel Smith most recently played on the offensive line for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League.

  In March of 2009, Smith was reportedly in talks with the San Francisco 49ers regarding joining their team. Should Smith reach a contract agreement with the 49ers, he could become the team's starting right tackle.Press Democrat: 49ers Talks with Marvel Smith Heat Up

• Fast Facts

  1. Full name: Marvel Amos Smith
  2. Born: August 6, 1978Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith
  3. Birthplace: Oakland, CaliforniaOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith
  4. Height: 6'5"Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith
  5. Weight: 321 lbsOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith
  6. Position: Offensive tackle
  7. Jersey #: 77
  8. Attended Arizona State University majoring in interdisciplinary studies
  9. 1999 All-American first team
  10. Missed most of 2003 season with neck injuryOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith
  11. Wife: KellieOfficial Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith

• Football Career

  Smith began his career playing college football with the Arizona State Sun Devils in 1997. He was drafted 38th overall in the second round of the 2000 NFL draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Smith made his NFL debut that same year, starting in nine games with the Steelers. He continued with the Steelers, playing every game in 2001 and 2002, before he was sidelined with neck injury in 2003. Following his return to the field, Smith was selected for his first Pro Bowl in 2005. He went on to help the Steelers reach and win Super Bowl XL in 2006.Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: Marvel Smith

  Smith was placed on injured reserve by the Steelers on December 23, 2008, with a back injury. He had been sidelined since October 5, 2008, with sources reporting that he will require season-ending surgery. At the time, it was unknown if the Steelers were planning to offer Smith another contract as his current contract expired at the end of the 2008 season.Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Marvel Smith's Steeler Career Could Be at an End

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