Jacques Smith

Jacques Smith (born December 31, 1991) is an American football defensive end and linebacker. He played college football at the University of Tennessee from 2010 to 2013, was a member of the Atlanta Falcons' practice squad in 2014, and is currently a free agent in National Football League (NFL).

Early years

Smith was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, grew up in Ooltewah, Tennessee. He attended Ooltewah High School and was ranked as the No. 6 weakside defensive end by Rivals.com and the No. 8 defensive end in nation by Scout.com, and the No. 1 prospect in the State of Tennessee by some publications, including the Knoxville News Sentinel and Rivals.com. He was also selected by USA Today as a first-team player on its All-USA high school football team.

College Career

Jacques Smith played for the Volunteers 2010-2014. Through his years at the university Jacques achieved Freshman-All SEC honors as well as being slated as member of the teams "Player Council". Although Jacques experienced minor setbacks during his sophomore season due to injury he still became a full time starter and an important role player for the Volunteers.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Smith was signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent in May 2014, fined $8,268 for taking a punch at Taylor Lewan during the Falcons' third exhibition game, and cut two days later at the end of August 2014. He played for the Falcons' practice squad during the 2014 NFL season. On May 1, 2015, Smith was waived by the Falcons.