L.J. Smith
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Position: TE
Jersey #: 82
Date of Birth: May 13, 1980
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 245 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 61 in 2003 by PHI
First Team: PHI (2003)
Last Team: BLT (2009)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BAL | 3 | 2 | 3 | 31 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 | PHI | 12 | 37 | 37 | 298 | 3 | 176 | 16 | 0 | 48 |
| 2007 | PHI | 9 | 22 | 22 | 236 | 1 | 106 | 12 | 1 | 28 |
| 2006 | PHI | 14 | 50 | 55 | 611 | 5 | 310 | 29 | 0 | 93 |
| 2005 | PHI | 16 | 61 | 61 | 682 | 3 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 84 |
| 2004 | PHI | 12 | 34 | 34 | 377 | 5 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 68 |
| 2003 | PHI | 12 | 27 | 27 | 320 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 38 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
L.J. Smith - Career Overview
Date of Birth: May 13, 1980Position: Tight End (TE)
Career History
- Philadelphia Eagles (2003-2008)
- Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2003 NFL Draft (61st overall).
- Played a key role in the Eagles' offense during his tenure.
- Recorded career highs with 61 receptions for 610 yards and 5 touchdowns in 2005.
- Part of the Eagles' team that reached Super Bowl XXXIX in 2005.
- Baltimore Ravens (2009)
- Signed with the Ravens in 2009 after leaving the Eagles.
- Served primarily as a backup tight end during his time in Baltimore.
- Contributed to the team's depth at the tight end position.
Highlights & Accomplishments
- Known for his reliable hands and ability to create mismatches against linebackers.
- Averaged 34.8 receiving yards per game over his career.
- Played a significant role in the Eagles' deep playoff runs during the mid-2000s.
- Finished his NFL career with 211 receptions, 2,224 receiving yards, and 18 touchdowns.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from professional football, L.J. Smith has remained involved in sports and has participated in various community initiatives.
L.J. Smith may not be a household name, but his contributions to the teams he played for, particularly the Philadelphia Eagles, have left a lasting impact on their offensive history.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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