Za'Darius Smith: A Journey Through Football

Position: Defensive End

Born: September 8, 1992 in Montgomery, AL

College: Kentucky

Draft Info: 2015: Rd 4, Pk 122 (BAL)

Career Highlights

Pro Bowl Selections: Three-time Pro Bowl selection
Sacks: Led the Eagles' edge rushers with 1.5 sacks this season
Total Sacks: Finished his career with 70.5 sacks in 145 regular seasons

Retirement Announcement

Za'Darius Smith announced his retirement on Monday, midway through his 11th season in the NFL.

Impact on Football and His Family

Football has transformed my life and my family's lives forever — and for that, I'm forever grateful. This career has taken me across the world — from earning my...

Legacy

Za'Darius Smith (born September 8, 1992) is an American former professional football linebacker and defensive end who played 11 seasons in the National Football League.