Role American football player Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) Weight 86 kg | Education Weber State University Name Bo Smith | |
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Date of birth: (1983-06-08) June 8, 1983 (age 32) | ||
Bo Smith: Football Cornerback
Bo Smith (born June 8, 1983) is a professional Canadian football defensive back who is currently a free agent. He signed with the BC Lions of the CFL in 2007. Smith played football collegiately at the University of Kentucky before transferring to Weber State during his senior year.
Contents
- Bo Smith Football Cornerback
- Bo Smith Long Snapper
- College career
- BC Lions
- Hamilton Tiger Cats
- New York Jets
- Hamilton Tiger Cats II
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Ottawa Redblacks
- References
Smith has also been a member of the New York Jets.
Bo Smith - Long Snapper
College career
Smith was the starting cornerback for three years at the University of Kentucky. Prior to the 2006 season, Smith was dismissed by Kentucky after he was found to be in violation of team rules. Subsequently, Smith finished his collegiate career at Weber State. During his brief tenure at Weber, Smith played well enough to receive an invitation to the 2007 NFL Combine.
A hamstring injury at the combine would sideline Smith who was unable to generate interest from any NFL teams following the injury.
BC Lions
Smith signed with the CFL BC Lions on May 28, 2007.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
In 2008, Smith signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
New York Jets
On January 8, 2010, Smith was signed to a reserve future contract by the New York Jets following his stand out season with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 2009 when he only allowed four touchdown receptions. Smith was waived by the team on September 4, 2010.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats (II)
On September 21, 2010, Smith rejoined the Tiger-Cats. On May 15, 2013 Smith was released by the Tiger-Cats.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
On August 20, 2013, Smith signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Ottawa Redblacks
On February 13, 2014, Smith signed with the Ottawa Redblacks. He was released by the Redblacks on April 16, 2014.