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Remembering the Playing Career of Former Ohio State Defensive End Will Smith

Former Ohio State defensive end Will Smith was shot and killed Saturday night after a traffic incident in New Orleans. Smith, who was a Super Bowl champion as part of the Saints organization in the NFL, was just 34 years old.

He was a four-year letterman for the Buckeyes and a captain during the 2003 season.

Below are some additional notes on Smith's playing career:

  • With 22.0 sacks, Smith ranks No. 7 all time in Ohio State history trailing only Mike Vrabel, Jason Simmons, Joey Bosa, Matt Finkes, Eric Kumerow and Vernon Gholston.