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JAX - Jimmy Smith retires! (1 Viewer)
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R.White
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From the Footballguys News Blogger
May 11, 2006, 06:33
Jaguars :: WR
WR J.Smith To Retire?
Jay Glazer, FOXSports.com
WR Jimmy Smith, one of the most prolific receivers of the past 10 seasons, has abruptly decided to retire from professional football. FOXSports.com has learned that Smith, has informed Jaguars' HC Jack Del Rio of his intention to call it quits after 12 seasons. The team is expected to hold a press a press conference Today to announce the decision, unless Smith has an 11th-hour change of heart. LINK
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May 11, 2006, 06:33
Jaguars :: WR
WR J.Smith To Retire?
Jay Glazer, FOXSports.com
WR Jimmy Smith, one of the most prolific receivers of the past 10 seasons, has abruptly decided to retire from professional football. FOXSports.com has learned that Smith, has informed Jaguars' HC Jack Del Rio of his intention to call it quits after 12 seasons. The team is expected to hold a press a press conference Today to announce the decision, unless Smith has an 11th-hour change of heart. LINK
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Mungo Burrows
Footballguy
It's sad, but the first thing that came to mind was that he probably had another positive test, or knew he would.
Still, based on last year it looked like the guy might have had some game left in him. Sorry to see him go.
Still, based on last year it looked like the guy might have had some game left in him. Sorry to see him go.
John Maddens Lunchbox
Socialism for Dummies
How many posts before the possibility of another positive test is mentioned? 
Seriously, that's a big shock and bumps up Wilford, Matt Jones and maybe even Reggie Williams
Seriously, that's a big shock and bumps up Wilford, Matt Jones and maybe even Reggie Williams
Good news for Wilford fans, yesBad news for us FFL fans trying to buy Wilford low
Mapmaker
Footballguy
Gotta be a "Snowman" issue in here somewhere ... he was interviewed on NFL.com a couple weeks ago talking about the Jag's prospects for the future and how excited he was about the upcoming season ... guess he got a little too excited maybe ...
A shame to see him go ... alway's Mr Reliable
A shame to see him go ... alway's Mr Reliable
Mungo Burrows
Footballguy
I wouldn't be surprised to see Matt Jones and Reggie Williams be overpriced and Wilford still the best value play of the bunch, but you're certainly not going to get him as late as you would have before this.Of course I can think of a couple guys in my league who have a high potential to draft Jimmy Sniff and crow about how he's lasted so long and what a steal they just got.Good news for Wilford fans, yesBad news for us FFL fans trying to buy Wilford low
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Franknbeans
Footballguy
Jimmy Smith is/was a great receiver, fantasy and reality 
Spike
Footballguy
Agreed.Another few top-flight years and he was very possibly in the Hall of Fame.
Mr. Brownstone
Footballguy
This is a complete shock to me.
I hate to say it, but it wouldn't shock me to see that illegal drugs were involved again.
I hate to say it, but it wouldn't shock me to see that illegal drugs were involved again.
Michael Fox Fan
Footballguy
In the short-term, this has to be bad news for Leftwich owners too. Losing your #1 WR is rarely a positive for the QB.
perry147
Footballguy
I just got him in a dynasty league.
Jason Wood
Zoo York
This is much more 
for Byron Leftwich than 
for Wilford and Jones IMHO
for Byron Leftwich than for Wilford and Jones IMHO
Slinger
Footballguy
In the article it said that Jimmy Smith was considering retiring after the lost to the Steelers. The Jaguars told him to take his time. He did and still decided that he wanted to step away from game.
I'll give him the benefit of the doubt and not assume that it's drug related.
Next stop, HOF.
I'll give him the benefit of the doubt and not assume that it's drug related.
Next stop, HOF.
psychobillies
Footballguy
That's a good point. I'm suprised it hasn't been mentioned in this thread already.
wadegarrett
FFA Legend™
Answer: -1How many posts before the possibility of another positive test is mentioned?
Seriously, that's a big shock and bumps up Wilford, Matt Jones and maybe even Reggie Williams
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RedRaiders
Mr. +EV
I chuckled at that part as well.That said many thought that he would return to the team for the 2006 season as the Jaguars' top WR while younger receivers Matt Jones and Ernest Wilford continue to develop.
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WampusCat43
Footballguy
Interesting stats:
The 37-year-old receiver led the Jags with 70 catches for 1,023 yards and six touchdowns last season. He ranks seventh in NFL history with 862 receptions and 11th in receiving yards. He has more receptions than every receiver in the Hall of Fame, and only Marvin Harrison has more catches and yards receiving than Smith since 1996.
The 37-year-old receiver led the Jags with 70 catches for 1,023 yards and six touchdowns last season. He ranks seventh in NFL history with 862 receptions and 11th in receiving yards. He has more receptions than every receiver in the Hall of Fame, and only Marvin Harrison has more catches and yards receiving than Smith since 1996.
jgb95
Footballguy
What's so funny?
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wannabee
Footballguy
Jimmy Smith has had 128 and 134 targets the last couple of years. It will be interesting to see how those get broken out.
For reference as to how much he was the true WR1, Wilford was second in targets in 2005 with 74 while Jones and Williams added 69 and 64.
ETA: http://www.footballguys.com/teampage-jax-2.php
For reference as to how much he was the true WR1, Wilford was second in targets in 2005 with 74 while Jones and Williams added 69 and 64.
ETA: http://www.footballguys.com/teampage-jax-2.php
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I agree. Leftwich is in trouble and also downgrade the JAX RB situation. The remaining WR corp may now match TENN as the worst in the NFL. I would think they will go get a vet to help out. A guy like Donte Stallworth may work along side a Wilford/Jones. I doubt Reggie Williams has any real effect.
Dave Baker
Damn glad to meet you
Exactly Jason. Anytime your number one receiving option leaves your team wihtout an immediate replacement, you've got to lower the expectations for the QB.At this point, it's hard to say who jumps up. Wilford looks like the morning line favorite, but Jones and Williams are not that far behind. If anything, this could bump up Marcedes Lewis.
As for Smith, a tremendous career. He was already 37 years old, so it's not like his career was cut short by much. 862 catches, over 12,000 yards and 67 touchdowns is close to HOF stuff. Not too shabby for a guy who came out of Jackson State.
flooredyas
Footballguy
And to think I got thwarted in an attempt to get him in a free agent purchase in April (Dynasty), having to settle for Kennison instead. 
This certainly will effect Leftwich, but up the value of all 3 WR's for the Jags. Mercedes Will also see his stock jump. This should prove to be an interesting training camp for Jacksonville if the roster remains as is.
Sorry to see you hang 'em up Jimmy, you where one of my favorites.
This certainly will effect Leftwich, but up the value of all 3 WR's for the Jags. Mercedes Will also see his stock jump. This should prove to be an interesting training camp for Jacksonville if the roster remains as is.
Sorry to see you hang 'em up Jimmy, you where one of my favorites.
Warpig
Footballguy
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Now if I can get Joey Galloway to call it quits. 
I just traded him in a dynasty league..Wilford + Portis
for
CJ + 1.10
jgb95
Footballguy
Is it a IDP league?I just traded him in a dynasty league..Wilford + Portis
for
CJ + 1.10
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I just traded him in a dynasty league..Wilford + Portis
for
CJ + 1.10
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Dude, that was a horrible trade. You couldn't get more than that for Portis?I just traded him in a dynasty league..Wilford + Portis
for
CJ + 1.10
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No it is not IDP. It is 1 PPR for what it is worth. I am not big on Portis at all and wasn't on Wilford. I considered 1.10 > Wilford and CJ's 7+years > Portis 3-4 yearsPlus I will be starting 4 WR's and 1 RB (Owens, Wayne, CJ, D.Jackson) with P.Manning so I feel alright.
Except my backfield consists of Willie Parker, Mike Anderson, and Samkon Gado as my go to guys.
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You lost on both sides of that trade. OuchPortis > CJI just traded him in a dynasty league..Wilford + Portis
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CJ + 1.10
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Wilford > 1.10
Ouuuchhhh. Portis + KC Offense = Money. Portis is 25. CJ is 28.No it is not IDP. It is 1 PPR for what it is worth. I am not big on Portis at all and wasn't on Wilford. I considered 1.10 > Wilford and CJ's 7+years > Portis 3-4 yearsPlus I will be starting 4 WR's and 1 RB (Owens, Wayne, CJ, D.Jackson) with P.Manning so I feel alright.
Except my backfield consists of Willie Parker, Mike Anderson, and Samkon Gado as my go to guys.
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