Rivera vows to assert his own style: Oct 30, 2008
He did good things with Aikman, and throughout his career has shown a fondness (with success) towards running the football (Emmitt Smith, Ricky Williams). I used to think Norv was the best offensive coordinator in the league, but being a head coach was too much for him (because of his lack of knowledge on Defense). (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Gators go wild, beat 'Cats 63-5 Oct 26, 2008
Florida made it 42-3 just before the end of the first half when Tebow scored from three yards out for the 36th rushing touchdown of his career, tying Emmitt Smith for the school record. Ahmad Black's 40-yard interception return to open the second half just kept the avalanche of points coming. (Florida Today)
Nuts don't fall far from the stool Oct 23, 2008
Cowboys fans, on the other hand, are either in the delusional state of thinking their team will win it all this season, or that Emmitt Smith will come out of retirement and add a few more yards to his totals. Not even the offensive line he had in his prime could help in that regard. (Montana Standard, MT)
5Top: Fancy footwork! Top Dancing pros Oct 21, 2008
She managed that feat again with former NFL running back Emmitt Smith in season three. But neither of those accomplishments ranked as her best ballroom achievement. (MSNBC -- News)
With NFL thriving on mayhem, brutality on the rise Oct 11, 2008
Strolling around the Superdome on Monday, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Gus Frerotte ran into Emmitt Smith, the NFL's all-time leading rusher and now a TV analyst. They talked about the previous Monday night, when Pittsburgh and Baltimore bludgeoned each other in a brutal display of felonious-assault football and Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis broke Rashard Mendenhall's shoulder with a head-on tackle. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Still looking around Oct 8, 2008
By Recruiting AnalystDate: Oct 7, 2008 The biggest name to come out of Escambia High's backfield since Emmitt Smith is Trent Richardson and the 5-star back has the pick of the litter when it comes to college choices. to read the rest of this story. (TigerRag.com)
Playoff history should inspire Cards Oct 7, 2008
The coaching staff had formulated a game plan to defend short-yardage situations that frustrated the Cowboys' running game, and Dallas' Emmitt Smith struggled to rush for 74 yards. Quarterback Troy Aikman was sacked four times. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Chambers returns to his old home on Sunday: Oct 3, 2008
Only Eric Dickerson (103 games), Jim Brown (107), Barry Sanders (115) and Emmitt Smith (119) have reached the plateau in fewer than 120 games. Just 16 players have ever run for 11,000 yards. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
WVU Football: 'Package' adds new wrinkle on offense (10/01/2008) Oct 3, 2008
The last time he played running back or caught a pass in a game was elementary school -- when he wore No. 22 for idol Emmitt Smith -- but Brown rushed for 78 yards and completed 5 of 7 passes for 44 yards against Marshall. Subbing at quarterback for White and his bruised thumb, which Stewart expects will be fit to play against Rutgers, Brown also directed two drives to field goals. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Third time is charm for Marlin Sep 25, 2008
Showing not only speed, he looked like an Emmitt Smith as he rumbled through the front four of Mart and put on the after burners for a 76-yard scamper to the end zone as Marlin went on to defeat Mart 26-10. Mart came back quickly, scoring two minutes later on a 32-yard jaunt from Williams. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Kid's drink boosts Ga. Tech's Johnson Sep 25, 2008
The running back passed along a recommendation from Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith: Try Pedialyte, the drink designed to combat dehydration in children. "I trust Tashard so I listen to people when they give me advice, especially someone like that," Johnson said Tuesday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Commodores crack Top 25 Sep 24, 2008
There's no insight from Steve Spurrier , the greatest Gator ever, or Emmitt Smith. No books about Clemson, Georgia Tech or South Carolina have been published this year. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bear Facts: Carolyn Lynch Sep 24, 2008
Emmitt Smith, Charmaine Hooper, and. What is the highlight of your sports career. (Baylorbears.com)
Cromartie wants to forget 'worst game' Sep 20, 2008
LT will retire before he will get traded, he isn't going out like Emmitt Smith (although I hope he gets a Superbowl ring like Emmitt). BoltGirl. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
ACC schools offer Cedar Grove RB Pratcher Sep 20, 2008
He is sort of like Emmitt Smith, where you don t think he s doing much, but he just gets past people, said Bonner. Bonner feels Cedar Grove has two other potential Division I senior prospects quarterback Stanley McBride and 230-pound linebacker Jeremy Kimbrough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Last Monday for Texas Stadium Sep 17, 2008
From Craig Morton throwing three touchdown passes in the first one to Herschel Walker's NFL debut, Emmitt Smith and Barry Sanders going head-to-head, and Tony Romo getting his first extended playing time, there have been plenty of Monday night memories for the Cowboys at Texas Stadium. For Romo, it was a Monday night game on Oct. 23, 2006 against the New York Giants, when the undrafted free agent from a small school replaced Drew Bledsoe after halftime. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Reports of Pats' demise exaggerated Sep 15, 2008
During Sunday's SportsCenter, ESPN's Emmitt Smith made a good point by noting Cassel was locking in on receiver Randy Moss. But he was contradicted when a replay showed Cassel staring at Moss before hitting him for a completion. (USA Today -- Sports)
Panthers' Stewart breaking tackles and the mold Sep 14, 2008
He grew up admiring star backs Barry Sanders of the Detroit Lions and Emmitt Smith of the Dallas Cowboys. But his all-time favorite was Walter Payton. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hollywood Bob's Private Screening - Part II Sep 12, 2008
This has been the most different recruiting season I have followed since I became enamored with recruiting in 1997 with the eventual signing of Emmitt Smith to a letter of intent. Never have the Gators or even most other teams recruited early and as hard as they all have this recruiting season. (FightinGators.com)
Grizzlies set for home game; Bobcats ready for Big 10 test Sep 11, 2008
The Bobcats suffered their worst defeat since a 69-0 loss at the hands of Emmitt Smith and the Florida Gators back in 1988. They could be in for another beating this week as the revamped Golden Gophers are coming off a 42-17 win over Bowling Green. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Buddy bounties, bobbles define Eagles-'Boys lore Sep 11, 2008
The Eagles stuffed Emmitt Smith twice in a 20-17 victory that served as a springboard to the playoffs. Pickle Juice: The season-opening 41-14 rout of the Cowboys in 2000 that head coach Andy Reid chalked up partly to pickle juice. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
PG East: A good trip to 'Big D' (Today) Sep 11, 2008
The list of quality players who have been on the Texas Stadium turf goes from Tony Dorsett to Bob Lilly to Roger Staubach to Michael Irvin to Emmitt Smith to legendary coach Tom Landry. The history of Texas Stadium was not lost on the Woodland Hills team. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
McCallister Invite to tee off Saturday Sep 11, 2008
Other items include an Emmitt Smith Dallas Cowboys jersey, an autographed Roger Staubach Cowboys jersey, a Masters flag autographed by Phil Mickelson and a baseball signed by Josh Beckett of the Boston Red Sox. The Saturday evening events will conclude with a dance featuring Duck Soup from Austin, a band that has played for PGA Tour events. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
FANTASY CLICKS: Revelations from Week 1 of NFL season Sep 9, 2008
The last time the Cowboys registered a season-opening win at Cleveland (prior to Sunday) was 1991, a year in which Jimmy Johnson, , Emmitt Smith and qualified for the NFC playoffs. but lost in the divisional round (38-6 to Detroit). (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wilber Marshall to be Honored on Saturday Sep 6, 2008
Wilber joins fellow Gators Emmitt Smith, Steve Spurrier, Dale Van Sickel and Jack Youngblood who have already been inducted. Related Stories. (FightinGators.com)
KFMB picks Patriots-Chiefs over Favre Sep 5, 2008
Cris Carter replaces the overmatched Emmitt Smith on Sunday NFL Countdown, and ESPN also will try a blast from the past with Chris Berman, Tom Jackson and John Saunders teaming to host the 4 p.m. SportsCenter every Sunday. It's the same trio that hosted the first three seasons of NFL PrimeTime two decades ago; the difference is that league rules prohibit ESPN from showing more than six minutes of NFL highlights during SportsCenter. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
NOTEBOOK: Prioleau again faces a teammate tragedy Sep 5, 2008
" Titan test for Taylor Fred Taylor, who was held to 61 total rushing yards in two games against the Tennessee Titans last season, believes the Jaguars "have our hands full" entering Sunday's season opener in Nashville. Taylor said the Jaguars might run right at the Titans' best pass rusher, defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch. "You have to be able to pound him a little bit," Taylor said. This could be a milestone season for Taylor, who's attempting to become the fifth running back in NFL history to... (Florida Times-Union)
Drew to Receive Don Nelson Award Tuesday Sep 4, 2008
In addition to The Don Nelson Award, the Dallas All Sports Association will present 10 other awards, including The Lamar Hunt Award, The Field Scovell Award, The Legends Award, The Tom Landry Award, The Emmitt Smith Award, The Big D Award, The Courage Award, The Pat Summerall Award, The Motor Sports Award and the Big 12 Player of the Year Award. The DASA will also award college scholarships to 31 deserving individuals. (Baylorbears.com)
DE Johnson will stick with defensive duties Sep 3, 2008
Further, former Tech running back Tashard Choice, now with the Dallas Cowboys, said that no less an authority than Emmitt Smith suggested using Pedialyte, a children s hydration drink. Johnson said he was told he would play on the field goal and punt teams and possibly on the kickoff unit, as well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
5Top: Dancing With the Stars dream couples Aug 26, 2008
Two-time Dancing champ Cheryl Burke, who whipped Emmitt Smith into top shape in 2006, manages to make every partner she works with look like a natural. Well, almost every partner. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Learning From the Past Aug 26, 2008
Davis has spent his career around high-profile running backs such as Emmitt Smith, Frank Gore and Clinton Portis, but he entered his first season at North Carolina with a handful of options in the backfield with essentially no experience at the Division I level, and it showed. The Tar Heels finished the season ranked 117th nationally (10th ACC) with a 99. (InsideCarolina.com)
A bad day fishing isn’t that bad Aug 13, 2008
The ESPYs were held in Hollywood and Yelas said he followed Emmitt Smith. Smith got his award to loud cheering and clapping. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Favre's second act: Like Joe Montana or Johnny U? Aug 9, 2008
Emmitt Smith, Hank Aaron, Joe Namath and Hakeem Olajuwon made late moves and finished on teams going nowhere. Joe Montana and Karl Malone switched cities and gave themselves a chance at a championship. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Slaton Understands History Aug 8, 2008
"The Jim Brown, the Walter Payton, the Emmitt Smith and the breaking of the rushing record." Slaton said. "Thats one of the things I wanted to see and take some pictures of". (InsideHouston.com)
CAT NIPPED: Why Smith's suspension could doom Panthers Aug 8, 2008
But if they're looking for motivation, the Dallas Cowboys overcame a two-game holdout by Emmitt Smith to win Super Bowl XXVIII. The second of their back-to-back titles in the early 90's. Amid the endless adulation heaped on rookie quarterback Colt Brennan for his impressive performance during the Hall of Fame Game, Redskins' followers shouldn't forget to sing the praises of Jason Campbell. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
As John Madden would say, 'Boom!' His NFL game turns 20 Aug 6, 2008
Over the years, only one player has told him different: former Dallas Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith. "I was at a Cowboys facility. They had been playing Madden in the locker room, and he was watching someone play as the Cowboys, and he was saying, 'I was watching me in the game,' and he goes, 'I'm not that good. You have me too good,' " Madden says. (USA Today -- Tech)
Jaguars: Fast feats Aug 4, 2008
Taylor's combo numbers are better than those of Emmitt Smith, Eric Dickerson, Walter Payton and 14 others. That includes eight members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and several others who will get there when their time comes, players like San Diego's LaDainian Tomlinson. (CBS News)
CHARGERS: Safety in Weddle for Hart, Chargers (989) Aug 4, 2008
I know when I was a kid, having a chance to meet (Dallas Cowboys legend) Emmitt Smith did the same thing for me. " ... The players get their first day off from training camp on Sunday, but the coaching staff will be hard at work. "We've got a lot of work to do as a staff," Chargers coach Norv Turner said. "We've got a lot of tape to look at. (North County Times)
NBC serving up Olympic smorgasbord Aug 1, 2008
More football: ESPN made a no-brainer switch, announcing Emmitt Smith would be replaced on Sunday NFL Countdown by Cris Carter. For some reason, Smith will remain on Monday Night Countdown and contribute to the Sunday morning SportsCenter. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
ESPN reassigns Smith in NFL lineup Jul 30, 2008
But ESPN made the right call Tuesday, dropping Emmitt Smith from Sunday NFL Countdown and replacing him with the more experienced Cris Carter. Smith will take a lower-profile role in the network's pregame coverage. (USA Today -- Sports)
James vows turning 30 won't slow him down Jul 29, 2008
If he maintains that pace, he would be in the top five by the end of his contract, trailing only Emmitt Smith (who finished his career with two forgettable seasons in the desert), Walter Payton, Barry Sanders and Curtis Martin. "I'm not too far away, and I still feel good and I'm still interested in it,'' James said. "So I'll be one of those top guys, no doubt. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jones still sharing, for now Jul 27, 2008
Jones just shakes his head when asked what turned him in a few months from a starter who owned Dallas first 1,000-yard season since Emmitt Smith s in 2001 to a castoff. He s already looking forward to Thanksgiving, when the Seahawks will play at Dallas in the Cowboys annual holiday game. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Cowboys sign first-round picks Jones, Jenkins Jul 26, 2008
The last time the team used a first-round pick on a running back was for Emmitt Smith in 1990. Jenkins, the 25th overall pick, intercepted three passes last season for South Florida and returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown against Cincinnati. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dr. ZNFL MAILBAG Jul 25, 2008
" (Hans, I swear to God that even when I'm dead my byline will still be on the column. It'll be an El Cid type of situation. I just have to convince the Redhead that she'll be up to it.) Having had the final innings of the great Pro-Anti-Z-athon called by rain, we move to softer topics. First, let me introduce you to my co-E-mailers of the week. A big New Jersey round of applause for Scott of New Mexico. (Man, how many times I gotta tell ya...I need last names for prospective award winners.)... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Peter KingMMQB TUESDAY EDITION Jul 24, 2008
GREAT QUESTION. From Matt Brannen, of Houston: "Which would be more worthwhile: a trip to see your baseball team at spring training, or a trip to see your football team at training camp?'' Depends. I think it would depend, if I'm a fan, on how much I could see, and how close I could get to the drills and to the players. For instance, at most spring training sites in the morning, you can stand next to a backstop and see Pedro Martinez practice bunting, for instance. At the Baltimore Ravens' camp,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
WEBER: Here's to Yankee Stadium Jul 21, 2008
Emmitt Smith a Cardinal. Jerry Rice a Raider. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Baseball: the main event Jul 16, 2008
Memo to Brett Favre: Do the names Joe Montana, Johnny Unitas, Joe Namath, and Emmitt Smith ring a bell when it comes to finishing an NFL Hall of Fame legacy in one uniform. Other voices: Imagine Brett Favre as a Bear or a Viking. (Pekin Times, IL)
Running Backs Dominate The 20s Jul 16, 2008
com: Running Backs Dominate The 20s. Florida Gators Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. (FightinGators.com)
MLB All-Star Kenny Lofton Unleashes 335-Yard Drive to Win Korbel Long Drive Competition at Lake Tahoe Jul 14, 2008
Other previous winners include Paul O'Neill (2006), Jeremy Roenick (2002 and 2000), Emmitt Smith (1999), Pete Sampras (1996) and John Elway (1995). "Champagne symbolizes celebration -- be it a winning performance or a personal milestone -- and Korbel is proud to participate in this golf tournament and sponsor the Long Drive Competition," said Gary Heck, owner and president. (PR Newswire)
American Century Celebrity 2nd-round scores Jul 13, 2008
Emmitt Smith -10 -8--18. Al Michaels -13 -5--18. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ross TuckerINSIDE THE NFL Jul 13, 2008
The point is that unless you are one of the truly untouchables like a Jerry Rice, an Emmitt Smith or a Brett Favre, there aren't any automatic tickets to Canton. There is a long line of elite players standing in line in front of the likes of Warren Sapp and Larry Allen. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
How did Favre get here? Jul 4, 2008
In 2003, a few days before an early season game against the Arizona Cardinals, who d signed ex-Dallas Cowboys star running back Emmitt Smith, Favre talked openly about how he d never do what the shell-of-his-former-self Smith was doing ... Emmitt Smith is a Cowboy to me and he s always going to be. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Griffith Retires in Purple Jul 1, 2008
Emmitt Smith did it too. So did Jerry Rice. (VikingUpdate.com)
Goodell Speaks Out Against Rookie Salaries Jun 30, 2008
Although former NFLers like Jason Taylor, Emmitt Smith and Jerry Rice all did well on the show, they are much leaner than the puffy Sapp. If there was a contest for doing cannonballs into a swimming pool, Sapp would be near the top of the list. (BearReport.com)
Prediction: Falcons will be 1-15 Jun 29, 2008
I know this is almost cliche now, but Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin and Emmitt Smith went 1-15 in 1989. Wins aren t even the point. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tashard Talks Camp, Tech & Cowboys Jun 28, 2008
In the past, I've heard you compared to a poor man's Emmitt Smith. It's ironic now that you're in the same organization he became famous in. (GoJackets.com)
Carrier finding his niche with Oilers Jun 25, 2008
Guys like Walter Payton, Emmitt Smith, Marshall Faulk were little guys. I d go to battle with them every time, just like I would Kasey. (Pearland Journal, TX)
Gatorade National Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year: Chanelle Price Jun 19, 2008
Former notable Gatorade National Players of the Year include: -- Reigning 200-meter world champion Allyson Felix -- 2004 Athens Olympic Games 4-x-400-meter gold medalist Monique Henderson -- 2006 IAAF World Athlete of the Year and 400-meter American record-holder Sanya Richards -- Softball gold medalist Cat Osterman -- WNBA all-time leading scorer and rebounder Lisa Leslie -- NFL all-time leading rusher Emmitt Smith -- 2007 Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Peyton Manning -- Beach volleyball gold... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Profile 2009: Trent Richardson Jun 18, 2008
ESPN - Richardson hopes to emulate idol Emmitt Smith - Insider ... Richardson hopes to emulate idol Emmitt Smith - Insider ... Richardson hopes to emulate idol Emmitt Smith. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Kirwan: Hall will have difficult call in 2013 Jun 15, 2008
He is one of only three NFL players to have played three different O-line positions in the Pro Bowl (RG, LG, LT) and was a key blocker for the NFL's career rushing leader, Emmitt Smith, during his time in Dallas. Mike Powell / Getty Images. (ESPN -- Football News)
Schefter: Offseason hit hard by retirements Jun 14, 2008
In 2005, the legends that departed were Jerry Rice, Tim Brown, Emmitt Smith and Eddie George. In 2004, the game lost Shannon Sharpe, Rod Woodson and Bruce Smith. (ESPN -- Football News)
In a bad position? Jun 12, 2008
But the fact is that Allen played on a team loaded with stars who already are in the Hall of Fame (Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, Michael Irvin) and others who one day will be (Charles Haley, Deion Sanders). The thinking is that he was a very good player, but with all that talent around him, how dominant was he really. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Gatorade National Softball Player of the Year: Kenzie Fowler Jun 12, 2008
Former notable Gatorade National Players of the Year include: * Softball gold medalist Cat Osterman * WNBA all-time leading scorer and rebounder Lisa Leslie * NFL all-time leading rusher Emmitt Smith * 2007 Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Peyton Manning * Reigning 200-meter world champion Allyson Felix * Beach volleyball gold medalist Kerri Walsh. For more on the Gatorade Player of the Year program, including nomination information and lists of past winners and future announcement dates, visit... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Best running back of all-time? Jun 6, 2008
Names such as Barry Sanders, Jim Brown, Walter Payton, Emmitt Smith, Gale Sayers, Eric Dickerson, etc ... Emmitt Smith was the all-time rushing leader with 18,355 yards. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Web site helps pro athletes find sponsors Jun 5, 2008
"We don't want five guys saying they are Emmitt Smith," Kyle said. There are more than 25 athletes with ties to Arizona, including former Phoenix Sun Tom Chambers and former Arizona Cardinal Scott Player. (AZCentral -- Business)
