Derek Smith (linebacker)

Derek Mecham Smith (born January 18, 1975) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Washington Redskins in the third round of the 1997 NFL draft. He played college football for the Arizona State Sun Devils.

Derek Smith

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Position:	Linebacker
Personal information
Born:	(1975-01-18) January 18, 1975 American Fork, Utah, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:	240 lb (109 kg)
Career information
High school:	American Fork
College:	Arizona State
NFL draft:	1997 / round: 3 / pick: 80
Career history
Washington Redskins (1997–2000) San Francisco 49ers (2001–2007) San Diego Chargers (2008) Miami Dolphins (2008)
Career highlights and awards
Matt Hazeltine Award (2003) Bill Walsh Award (2005)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 1,098 Sacks: 13.5 Forced fumbles: 5 Fumble recoveries: 13 Interceptions: 4 Defensive touchdowns: 2 Stats at Pro Football Reference

Smith also played for the San Francisco 49ers, San Diego Chargers and Miami Dolphins.

College career

At Arizona State University, Smith was good friends with Pat Tillman and was a teammate to Jake Plummer.

Professional career

Washington Redskins

Smith played for the Redskins for four years from 1997 to 2000.

San Francisco 49ers

Smith then signed with the San Francisco 49ers in 2001. He played with the team through 2007 before being waived on February 19, 2008.

San Diego Chargers

On February 24, 2008, the Chargers signed Smith to a two-year contract. He was released ten weeks into the regular season on November 12 after running back Michael Bennett was claimed off waivers.

Miami Dolphins

Smith was signed by the Miami Dolphins on December 22, 2008.