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Don Smerek was born on 20 December, 1957 in Waterford, Michigan, is an American football player (born 1957). Discover Don Smerek's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 66 years old?

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Age 66 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born 20 December 1957
Birthday 20 December
Birthplace Waterford, Michigan
Date of death 16 March, 2024
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Nationality United States

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Don Smerek Height, Weight & Measurements

At 66 years old, Don Smerek height is 2.01 m and Weight 116 kg.

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Height 2.01 m
Weight 116 kg
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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Don Smerek Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Don Smerek worth at the age of 66 years old? Don Smerek’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from United States. We have estimated Don Smerek's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1957

Donald Frederick Smerek (born December 20, 1957) is a former professional American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys.

He played college football at the University of Nevada.

Smerek attended Basic High School, where he was an All-state player in football.

He also practiced basketball.

He accepted a football scholarship from the University of Nevada, which was an NCAA Division II school.

1978

In 1978, the program moved up to Division I-AA.

As a senior, he helped his team finish undefeated (11-0) in the regular season and was named All-Big Sky at defensive end.

1980

Smerek was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dallas Cowboys after the 1980 NFL Draft.

In training camp, he fractured his ribs and was placed on the injured reserve list.

1981

In 1981, he was moved to defensive tackle, but suffered a knee injury in the second game of the regular season and was placed on the injured reserve list.

While being inactive, he had a traffic related argument and was shot in the chest.

His physical fitness helped him survive the injury and return to play football the next season.

1982

In 1982, he was a starter for the Cowboys in the playoffs, replacing the injured John Dutton at left defensive tackle.

He made his first career start in the playoffs against the Green Bay Packers, posting 10 tackles and one sack.

1983

In 1983, he began to substitute Dutton on passing downs, finishing with 6 sacks (fourth on the team) and 17 tackles.

1984

In 1984, although he played defensive tackle, head coach Tom Landry gave him the first shot at retired Harvey Martin's right defensive end position.

But due to the holdout of Randy White, the team was forced to play him at right defensive tackle during the 4 preseason games, and he never received the opportunity to compete with Jim Jeffcoat for the starting position, nor was he able to catch up.

He remained in his role of a pass rush specialist at left defensive tackle, registering 10 tackles and one sack.

1985

In 1985, he was competing for the left defensive tackle position, but suffered a right shoulder injury that forced him to miss training camp.

He tried to play in the season opener against the Washington Redskins, but his shoulder wasn't strong enough and was placed on the injured reserve list on September 10.

He returned after 6 games, making 2 sacks (came in his first game against the Atlanta Falcons) and would also match his career-high 17 tackles.

1986

In 1986, he missed the first 5 games of the season because of a sprained knee, registering 17 tackles and 4.5 sacks.

1987

In 1987, he was placed on the injured reserve list with a sprained knee, before being activated in October after the NFL players went on a strike, so he would start the 3 replacement games at defensive end.

He saw most of his playing time in passing situations during the remainder of the season.

He finished with 14 tackles (9 in the fifth game against the Washington Redskins).

1988

Smerek retired after being waived on August 23, 1988.

He was one of the strongest players on the team and a productive backup as a pass rushing specialist.

During his career he had a chance to earn a starting position on different occasions, but untimely injuries were his downfall.