Truett Smith

Truett Henry Smith (March 17, 1924 – December 29, 2000) was an American professional football blocking back who played two seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He was also selected by the Steelers in the seventh round of the 1950 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Wyoming and Mississippi State University.

Early life and college

Truett Henry Smith was born on March 17, 1924, in New Orleans, Louisiana.[1] He attended Hazlehurst High School in Hazlehurst, Mississippi.[1]

Smith first played college football for the Mississippi State Bulldogs of Mississippi State University, lettering three years from 1946 to 1948.[1] He then transferred to the University of Wyoming, where he was a letterman for the Wyoming Cowboys in 1949.[1]

Professional career

Smith was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 32nd round, with the 297th overall pick, of the 1948 NFL draft.[1] However, this selection was later declared ineligible.[2] He was then selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the seventh round, with the 86th overall pick, of the 1950 NFL draft.[3] Smith played in nine games for the Steelers during the 1950 season.[3] He appeared in 11 games, starting eight, in 1951, catching four passes for 71 yards while also rushing once for one yard.[3] He was released by the Steelers on September 1, 1952.[2]

Personal life

Smith's brother Allen Smith played for the Chicago Bears.[4] He died on December 29, 2000. in Jackson, Mississippi.[3]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e "Truett Smith". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
  2. ^ a b "HomeLeaguesSeasonsTeamsPlayersCoachesDraftsAwardsLeaderboards Truett Smith Transactions". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
  3. ^ a b c d "Truett Smith". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
  4. ^ "Allen Smith". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved April 21, 2025.