Alex Smith feels ‘very much lucky to be alive’ after suffering broken leg | Outside the Lines
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- Опубликовано: 9 авг 2024
- Washington Redskins QB Alex Smith joins Jeremy Schaap in studio to discuss what happened when he broke his leg, enduring many surgeries and battling an infection. Smith talks about the decision on whether or not to amputate his leg and how at one point his life was hanging in the balance. Smith also discusses the process he is going through to get back on the football field. (6:48) Smith is optimistic that he can return to play quarterback, but has had some doubts about it. (8:39) Smith isn’t sure what his place is currently with the Redskins and has been in communication with new head coach Ron Rivera. (10:20) Smith provides his thoughts on Super Bowl LIV, which features both of his former teams, the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Smith also says what he thinks of Patrick Mahomes’ quick rise to stardom in the NFL.
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Chief's fans are forever indebted to this man. Let's not forget how instrumental he was in helping Patrick Mahomes in his early development; knowing full well he wasn't in the Chiefs future plans. Respect.
Not to mention playing well in his last year with the Niners, then to get concussed, and watch your job get taken away, while remaining a supportive teammate.
@@jamesgoss1860 and watch the super bowl from the sidelines
This guy is one of the most professional athletes ive ever seen
Right!? I loved the years he was in KC and watched how he did nothing year after year.
Johnny Miller wdym Alex took KC to the playoffs year after year after year
Alex Smith is a role model. Years ago, out here in California there was a missing girl that was never found. Massive search parties for months. Alex joined the search and did not want to publicity, didnt want to take pics of vids.. He wanted to find that little girl that was missing in his community. He will always be one of my favorite athletes. And I hope to see him play again 🤙
Farley 925 kaepernick would’ve brought a whole camera crew
I hope he gets the message and retires.
That's crazy. First I'm hearing of this and I guess that should be considered a good thing since he didn't want the publicity. A shame for the little girl and her family though. I already respected him for just sucking it up and dealing the constant offense changes every year, knowing he was the Niners franchise QB and could've said something, but he has even more respect from me now after hearing this.
Farley 925 I did not know that. Glad I do now. What a good guy he is.
I was part of that search for Sierra.. he also brought food
Alex is a class act. As a KC fan I always enjoyed watching him play. The level of consistency he brought to the QB position at KC will always be remembered as one of the best.
I agree. Alex great guy true professional.
I still remember the qbs Chiefs had to endure through before Alex and man that was painful to watch.
@@michaelewell5529 - I agree too as Alex was a winner of football games !
he was good, but i think trent green was better.
He also took Patrick mahomes under his wing and helping him shape his talent to take the Lombardi home in the first time in 50 years. We are all very thankful for Alex Smith’s service.
This dude suffered thru 7 OC's in 7 seasons with my NINERS, I never thought he got a fair shot cuz he never had any continuity or stability....he's actually a good, solid Qb....
I think he got a fair shot. Not a good shot nor a bad shot. Just a fair shot. You're correct that in his early 49ers days he dealt with way more than a young QB reasonably should if the goal is to properly develop him. On the other hand, he got to stick around for much longer than most QBs would have given his performance. Few QBs with his early struggles stick around beyond 3 years and he got 6 before a competent staff finally arrived. His situation is a bit nuanced.
But he was no Aaron Rodgers
Harbaugh went for the flash in the pan and is still paying the price because his coaching career has fallen off a cliff ever since...
He should have been QB instead of kap
@@bigglilwayne7050 Revisionist history. That decision had no effect on Harbaugh's career. Everywhere Harbaugh goes he makes his team better immediately before eventually wearing out his welcome 3-4 years in. It's amusing whenever people pretend that benching Alex Smith created some sort of ripple in the universe.
If this guy ever plays another snap in the NFL he deserves comeback player of the year.
Tyler Brooks There’s no way I could get back out there if I broke my leg the last time.
I’ve broken 3-4 bones playing sports.. fractured 3 bones in my ankle including growth plate playing football. Dislocated my shoulder and threw it back in myself in the middle of a baseball game after I slid. I would have given up anything to be out on a field and healthy. I’m sure he’d do the same.. although he has 100 mil now so who knows.
Fractured my ankle severely and was back on the field within 4 weeks
of all time
No team will ever sign check down charlie
People : NFL is so soft now.
Alex Smith : Almost died.
stéphane A his infection when to his blood
@Wraith Black Ahah he was intense.
A comment made by you didn’t somehow make about the patriots! I’m impressed lol
@@slimischillin7753 Brady plays in a tough league. Here you go. Ahah
@Wraith Black first time I ever put pads on that's what I accepted as a possible fate.. if you make it without paralysis or death you were a baller worthy of salute. Anything else is minor. Bring it on... Guess some people didn't get the memo..
Switched from the Niners to the Chiefs and after to the Redskins when he went to DC. Always a fan of Alex Smith. Most underrated QB ever.
Same
I agree Oscar
Same
same
Almost cried today finding out chiefs are sending him a ring because I have been a huge fan of his since the niners
Remember when everyone thought he was a bust in the niners than he went with the best play caller / weapons and Andy Reid made him look like a pro bowl baller
He was one of the best QBs in the league when he got his concussion in 2012. Went 18/19 on mnf the week before. Jim Harbaugh unlocked him not Andy Reid
Yeah when was he a bust on the 9ers??? He got hurt and Kap went CRAZY so what ya mean??? The 9ers got quite a bit from the trade
Pierre Conrad yeah he was good when John came along but he ended up trading him to the chiefs at a young age 🤷🏻♂️
Ray Brozzo but when he was with the niners he was a check down artist and people were calling him a game manager until he went to the chiefs him and Andy put the chiefs back on the map
@@PieBlaCon Harbaugh unlocked him but Reid fully developed him.
just to put into perspective for those who don’t know. septic shock mortality rate is 40-60%. thank god for this mans life🙏🏻
Amen. God is a good God.
I was just about to google that. Thanks!
Thanks Google!
We play football in South America and a guy had a nasty injury like that and almost died, almost lost his leg... but was able to recover and walk on his own. After 4 years, he got back on the prsctice field to train but not the playing field (yet?)
@Kevin Prima Not to be that guy, but unless you looked at his medical chart, you don't know that.
This was extremely hard for him to speak about when you love the game so much and due to injury you cant do what you love respect to him hope he has an amazing second chapter to his life
QuEsT X. BoXiNg I hope that second chapter IS FOOTBALL!!!!
What he needs to do is start a football camp for kids. His playing days are behind him. I don’t care to see dink and dunk quarterbacks . I don’t care 🤷🏿♂️ what anyone else says .
I hope he has a wonderful second chapter in his life like you said. Really happy he had a successful recovery. Although, I would want him to retire not to be rude but I wouldnt want his leg to be amputated if he breaks it again. Such a humble guy too!
Amen
Lil Larro he is definitely done with football. Best wishes though.
Very underrated and humble player. Always spoke with the press, win or lose. He will always be a Niner and I hope you have a very good recovery.🏈
Nah, he is a chiefs
The niners hated him no need to comeback now that he had a decent career
@@kcchiefsproductions8687 As a niner fan who lived among niner fans in ninerland, he was not hated. At all. That was especially the case when he was traded to KC. Did he have his struggles? Sure. Never hated though.
I am a huge Chiefs fan and I've always liked Alex Smith even when you did play for the 49ers I never thought they gave him enough credit
@Matthew I don't think he would get to the sb. Those plays against the packers alex smith could not do
@Matthew saints d was not good that year. Just like the colts in that 2013 playoff game
@Matthew I been a chiefs fan for life it was always frustrating to watch alex play because he goes for the check down and guys would be open down field
Charles Harris We can all think of QBs that were destroyed by the system that they were in. Amazing all the stuff that he went through in SF that he still pulled a decent career in KC. He was the beginning of the change of culture in KC.
I know were all prisoners of the moment and this was sad, but no he was an mediocre qb never top 10, but he had a decent career. He should spent his time with his family now.
I would love to see Alex Smith get one last shot at quarterback. He’s always been such an underrated quarterback his entire career , and even played some of his best football in his last 3-4 seasons of his career in Kansas City. People also forget that when he broke his leg against the Texans, the redskins were 6-3 and were looking like a 10-6/wildcard team. I’d just love to see him get one more shot
Graham.25 cowboys won the division 10-6, so they would have won it maybe
@@teostrong6973 no maybe tbh. Skins highkey had the NFCE before their team started falling aprt due to injury. The were lookin like a top 10 team.
I'd love to see him get another shot too, especially if he went to Chicago. You guys have had our number for too long, and Smith and Nagy could change all that.
Yes
I think that that team was 6and 0 then Alex broke he,a leg .
From all of us Kansas City Chiefs fans, Alex, we still love you brother and glad to see you doing better! This is way more important than the game but we are hoping to see you back out there and are praying for you!
I bet none of u would trade him for mahomes haha
Leo Derosia not a chance!!!!!
He's always a part of Chiefs Kingdom, he's a champ in my book, and if Chiefs win he deserves a ring.
I agree with you, but if that’s the case a lot of former Chiefs deserve a ring. So just give them all a ring.
Tyler Kobel he kept the chiefs contenders when pat was in college he should get a ring without a doubt
@@mikejohnson3713 And helped to groom Mahomes for a year. Helped make it so that when Pat did get in the game it would be a smooth transition.
Allegedly they sent him a ring
@@joemckim1183 And Mahomes still thanks him to this day. Did right after the Super Bowl.
I can't get over how classy this guy is. Love it.
This should give U an idea of how good he really is......when he was injured, the redskins were 6-3. Since his injury, they’ve gone 3-20. Alex Smith actually had that dogshit team at 6-3.....one of the worst teams ever assembled.
That team had a top 5 defense they where not dogshit they just needed a good QB
They need a good qb and also a good coach, I hope Ron Rivera could help bring this team up
They need a good owner.
Facts he's always been an excellent qb they did have a solid d but he put in the key effort at qb they needed
Heldenkreuz ATX agreed
Alex is a class act, if he can't play he would make an amazing quarterbacks coach.
I've loved Alex since he joined the league. I'm a 49ers fan and I live where he was born (Bremerton, WA) so this was especially heartbreaking for me...you can tell how hard this is for him to talk about, he realizes just how close he came to losing his life. Thank goodness he didn't!! We love you Alex!!
The ovation he will receive IF he makes it back will be beyond insane.
This story really hit home for me. I'm a huge Chiefs fan and always enjoyed watching Alex play. I had a severe compound ankle fracture from a motorcycle accident a few years ago and unfortunately, my leg was amputated below the knee. I can totally relate to what Alex has gone through and he is fortunate to have come this far. I pray he will play for the NFL again one day!
I am so sorry that happened to you Randy. Thankfully, you survived & you can continue to bless this world with the wisdom & fighting spirit you surely must have gained!
Sorry to hear that. I'm glad your healthy now. I hope you make the best out of life
You broke up the little bones deep inside your ankle. When I broke mine my doc said I was lucky.
Sorry to hear that man
Until I read your comment, my thought- with all due respect to Alex Smith- is that his injury is NOT unprecedented in sports.
Valentino Rossi suffered a complete break of his tibia during a motorcycle race and was back on the bike in 6 weeks.
Obviously, Rossi- to his good fortune- did not suffer the post- Surgery complications that Alex did.
Thank you Alex Smith for teaching Patrick Mahomes the game better you deserve this ring too if we get it
@Michael Richmond if you say so it's the NFL I thought the Ravens was gonna be in the Superbowl there not so anyone can lose "any given Sunday"
I'm always proud to rep my Smith Chiefs jersey! Such a solid dude
@Michael Richmond Chiefs will win tomorrow. Media loves to talk up Cali teams. Niners D is pretty nuts, but it just doesn't compare to the full blown insanity of the Chiefs offense
Kurtis Gibbs good on you man, I hate when my Chiefs brethren disrespect Alex. He did so much for our team.
I'm not sure if he would even want that ring. It might seem like a token trophy to him IMHO..........
Great job ESPN doing a long interview like this and not just a 2 minute update. Alex Smith is deserving of this time.
As a chiefs fan, i say thank you Alex. You will always be welcome in the kingdom. We love you here in kc. You are a class act. Mahomes wouldn't be where he is nor would the organization without you. I feel if the chiefs win, you should get a ring too. Much love
Matt Drummond he’s getting one
Alex is a class act. KC loves you and wishes you the very best. Thank You for playing your ❤ out in KC.
Breaks my heart to watch this... I'm glad he's better now.
Well, you play with fire.... If you're a football player, this is a possibility. So why is it legal to have kids play this game?
I initially read leg instead of heart...
Soooo much respect for Alex! He is such a classy and respectable guy. We need more people like him in the league. 👏
Classy guy. Since the day he signed with the chiefs they started wining. He was a great mentor to Mahomes.
You Alex, are a great quarterback, don't retire. I had to fall from my third floor apartment window to escaping a fire. When I landed I fractured 2 vertebrae causing me to be paralyzed from the waist down. Hard work and defying Dr's prognosis I walked in 3 months . You can come back to be a starting QB if that is your desire
Southern Belle blessing word up g
Southern Belle @ inspirational! Stay blessed!!!
He needs to hang up the cleats
@@gmoney5300 no he doesn't, he's healthy now and he wants to come back, so let him
Your heart is in the right place, I hope he can come back too. Medical science has advanced since Joe Theismann had that horrific injury on Monday Night Football, which ended his career. I hope Alex can come back and play in a Super Bowl before he hangs it up. He deserves it.
This man was quietly taking the Redskins to the playoffs. I couldn’t believe it, then I heard he had a devastating leg injury. That made me feel so bad for him. I’m glad he is safe and doing well!
Ad popped up right at 6:57 immediately following “what’s the chance you come back?”. The ad was discover’s “How bout No!” commercial, insane timing😂.
Totally intention decision haha
Same 😂💀
Me too haha
Don’t ever forget Alex Smith is a DOG. He was a beast at San Fran and he was a cold killer at Kansas City. Put some respect on this mans name.
Utah as well
Wasn't he the first overall pick in the 2005 draft? Dude was born a winner
Niner fan here. Glad you are alive and well now Alex.
Such a great guy I feel for him. He was great for the chiefs and helped turn the franchise around. Wish nothing but the best for him.
I didn’t know it was that bad🙏🙏🙏
I had no idea. I thought he'd be back. Now I don't want him to try again.
Chiefs should give him a super bowl ring too ! Without him.and mentor to Patrick mahome.. we wouldn't got him . Good to see you Alex. God bless .
Bidyut Biswas I think they are going to give him one
I'm really glad that he's recovered. He is such a stand up guy. Patrick Mahomes has talked many times about how awesome and gracious Alex was in helping him acclimate to the NFL.
1 of the most underrated QBs ever. That's real talk.
Got the 49ers a victory I will never, ever forget. He didn't have to stay, he did, and he gave us The Catch 3. Whatever you do Alex, I hope it makes you happy. Glad you made it through this.
Alex Smith will always be my favorite player. He is an inspiration for things far beyond athletic achievement....an example for the humanity of always maintaining a positive mindset no matter the circumstances.
Such a good dude. Wish him the best with his recovery.
I too had a complex compound fracture of my tib/fib as well as a shattered ankle into fifteen pieces. I have been mostly bed bound since the accident ten years ago. Alex is a true trooper to come through this with not only his leg but also his drive to still play the game. SALUTE!!!
If I am his family, I am begging him not to go back out there.
MLM Son But, at the same time, if you truly love someone & that is what drives them, do you want to be the person they give up their dream for?
Edit: Let me add that I totally understand where you’re coming from. I just wanted to pose the question. I probably wouldn’t want him to go back out of I were his wife, child, parent etc..
As a competitor, you know he needs to try.
Susan Maggiora facts but if he wants to be able to still play with his children when he gets older I think it’s best for him to step away from the game. There are other things in the world he can find joy from
Ahmed Ali Money? He signed a 75 million dollar contract, my guy. He has a net worth of 55 million dollars. He doesn’t need money🤣 Some people are driven beyond that. You may not understand it, but it’s what separates great people from regular people.
His wife is a gold digger. She's going to want the money coming in.
Alex Smith is and has always been First Class!
This is beyond football... really glad he pulled through!
To comeback just to this present degree of success in the rehab speaks volumes for Alex Smith
It was life-threatening, limb-threatening, job-threatening, ad with threats to his family and social life...
For Alex to be in a good place where he is now is awe inspiring to me
My prayers are for what is absolutely destiny's best for him🙏
Glad to see him doing better great interview.
I'm a Packers fan, but Smith's story is amazing, even aside from the injury. Thanks to everybody here for the stories and testimonials about all he has done, on and off the field. Props to Alex for all he has fought through and prayers for his continued recovery. God Bless.
Great interview. I'm so pleased that he's on the mend, though he has a long road still ahead of him. Good luck to you, Alex.
We Love you Alex. Remember your Life is more important than a Game.
Follow his career ever since he got drafted and I never gave up on him. Still pisses me off that Jim didn’t give him that chance to lead us all the way. Alex is the true ultimate team player!
Thank you Alex for sharing!!! It means so much
Love this guy. Thank you for all the great KC memories Alex. I hope you get another shot,you deserve it!
Cheering for you Alex💪🏿
We still love you in KC, Alex! You were a big part of how we finally got a Championship.
From all of Chiefs Kingdom, thanks for all u did in the red&gold. Get well and hope to see you back in the NFL.
LOL every team he played in had red and gold
Truly blessed. Thank God
I was afraid for him when the news came out about his infection. Thank God, Alex Smith came away from that healthy and intact.
Class act !!
Will always be one of my favorite chiefs!
Just watched the project 11 doc on him. Wow. Unreal what hes gone thru. So much respect and admiration for this man.
Alex Smith is a class act. Much respect Alex! Thanks for being the truest professional on every level. What you have been through throughout your career, most would not have overcome. God Bless!
November 18, 2018 seem like it was yesterday, time goes by so fast wow
HE'S REAL GOOD. HE'S EARNED MORE THAN $89,000,000 IN HIS CAREER. HE HAS NO FINANCIAL CONCERN'S ATLEAST!
He's earned much more than that. His contract with the Redskins alone was worth over $90 million with $70+ million guaranteed
He's still making $20 mil/year with the Redskins, and will continue to for the next 2 years.
YES
@Kevin Prima lol
Kevin Prima you know her? Or are there stories floating around?
Excellent interview. Honestly one of the best in years. Give ESPN an emmy for it
Thank goodness all turned out well! Still have my smith Jersey. Enjoyed the time he was here in kc. Hope we can get this win tomorrow!
While Smith couldn't get us past the divisional round, Kansas City has a lot to thank this guy for. He was part of Andy Reid's getting this team on a consistent winning record after struggling for so long. I hope that Clark Hunt gives Smith a ring if we win tomorrow. He's very much a huge reason why Mahomes has been so successful in his first two years so far
My name is Patrick Mahomes II and I do Not approve this message
He definitely started the run and installed the offense that they're running.
Congratulations on your win. Sent from a sad but proud Niner fan🍺
As a Texan fan I’m sorry that my team might of ended your career Alex. I’ve always been a fan of yours and glad to hear the good news
I got love for you Alex I hope everything goes well in your recovery moving forward. I have such fond memories of you running down the sideline against New Orleans in the Divisional round. I hope you achieve happiness and prosperity in the future.
KC didn't play an NFC team in a divisional round.
@@alwaysopen7970 I think he's referring to when he was with the 49ers.
Keep it classy, Alex. The never-say-die attitude has always been inspiring to me. Your journey has been nuts, but we're glad you're still here dude 💪
My dude. Always great to hear from him. Even if it’s rare these days.
Alex Smith deserves the best that there is, he is the consumate professional, ultra smart and just a great human being.
looking at the photo of Alex and Pat I can't help but think what a wonderful legacy you've left behind, Alex..
Thanks for leavin it all on the field, wish you were in the SB in '12, you my dog - Niner fan
God bless you Alex, & best wishes in all of your endeavors.
I LOVE THIS DUDE; SO GLAD HE’S 👍🏼
Man that sounded rough. Glad he is ok now. Always thought he was underrated.
Wow. He’s amazing
Chiefs Kingdom will always love you Alex
I love Alex smith!!!much respect .
Completely underrated and classy guy
Glad your back Alex...stay strong and keep going. Good luck and best wishes to you.
Alex thank you for all the time you gave to us in Kansas City. You are a great qb and your road to recovery is inspiring. Hoping the best for you. From a chiefs fan.
Smith was actually a very good QB. Not great, but very good. He even had the poor Redskins at 6-4 before his leg snapped
He had us at 6-3 before the injury
Didn't know it was that bad.. Well good luck man keep grinding 💪
I live about 10 miles from the stadium and never knew it was that bad. I saw him play in 17.
Glad youre still with us Alex.
Glad you're doing better Alex. Thank you for what you did in Kansas City for my Chiefs. I'm still an Alex Smith fan.
I ❤️ Alex Smith.
So glad you've recovered Alex! As a life long 49er fan I always thought you got a raw deal and I hope one day you will be involved bib some way with the organization again.
Alex. I’m a Skins fan and I’ve always been a fan of yours. I was excited to have you on the team and I felt like you were going to get the skins on track. You made me comfortable as a fan of the team. Then you got hurt. For your own sake please don’t come back. You had a great career. Enjoy life with the family. I’d hate to see you again injure this leg.
Alex we wish you all the best..you are one tough guy..physically and mentally.
I hope he comes back healthily of course. I would love to see that comeback player of the award in his name 💪🏽 peace and love
IDontGiveA he’s a starter
Stormstriker facts but I mean he probably has to fight for his job back.
I agree! I would expect that he'd return as a back-up in Washington, and then I would hope he can be a starter for another NFL team the year after that ! (once he has proven to be capable of playingat 100%)
It sounds like Alex is in good spirits
God Bless you Alex Best of Luck to you. Can’t wait to see you on the field
I will always love you Alex !! Prayers for full recovery !!!
God bless him 🙏🙏🙏
Dude you are such a great person..thank you for just being a great inspiration to all of us. Peace my brother!!
Alex you are and have always been a class act. Thank you for all you gave me and all KC fans my prayers are with you and your family. A great man!
Underrated QB, had lots of bad luck in his career. He'll make a great QB Coach or OC with his Football IQ. He should retire and live a full life he's made his money already
Very underated and has unreal bad luck especially in pkayff games
He needs to take his full time rehabbing on their dollar and retire when his contract is up he’s playing with his life if he goes back on that field.
Stolen Greatness 💯💯
How is he playing with his life by going back on the field? It was the infection that almost killed him, not the actual injury per se. The chances of such an energy and going septic again is ungodly low.
Ahmed Ali then don’t leave your house and only eat cold soup for the rest of your life. To live is to take risk 😂
TheHeadincharge playing with your life and quality of life are the same thing to me. If it prevents him from walking normally interacting with his kids and future grandkids. I’m not saying he’s going to go septic again.
@@faxkellerman8610 then you don't think anyone should play football
Alex Smith is a class act, and a great QB! Sending love and positive healing energy his way! He was one of my fave KC QB’s and I wish him the best, and hope his career continues onward for years to come!!
i can’t believe a year later after this interview, he came back and took the team 5-1 when he started & make the playoff! respect!!!
If he can’t play, I’d hire him as a GM in training.