Torrey Smith converted from QB to WR his Freshman year at Maryland in 2007.
The raw talent speed merchant stepped into the starting lineup for 6 games in 2008 seeing significant time on special teams returning kicks.
Posted a 25.9 Average, returning 42 kicks and 1 99 yards for a TD.
In 2009, he pulled double duty, catching 61 passes for 824 yards and 5 TDs, while leading the NCAA with 51 returns for 1309 yards (2 TDs).
Then in 2010, Smith caught 67 passes for 1055 yards and 12 TDs.
2nd round pick of the Ravens in 2011.
Immediately built rapport with QB Joe Flacco as a deep vertical threat.
Caught 50 passes for 841 yards and 7 TDs his rookie campaign.
In 2013 had a career high 65 catches for 1,128 yards and 4 TDs.
His 2014 campaign would yield a career high 11 TD catches on 49 receptions.
Played 2015 and ’16 with the San Fransisco 49ers.
Posted a league high 20.1 yards per reception in 2015 on 33 receptions.
Joined the Eagles for 2017 winning his second Super Bowl catching 36 passes for 430 yards and 2 TDs.
Final season in 2018 was with the Panthers in primarily a backup capacity, but still managed to catch 17 passes for 190 yards and 2 TDs.
Hugely involved in philanthropic work- an area Torrey has been recognized in for his contributions.
Torrey has expanded his interests into working both in radio and podcasts as a co-host of “The Opening Drive” and “Trending Thoughts with Torrey Smith”.
ACCOLADES:
Library of Virginia – Strong Men & Women of Virginia History
Colonial Beach Park- Named in his honor
NOTES:
A beautiful, beautiful tricolor patch card from Torrey’s Jersey here that I was able to negotiate off the seller at a more than fair price. If you think that the card market is fine, then I’m more than happy to poach mid range memorable Hall of very good, tricolor patches, and select autographs off of you.
Sam Acho displayed versatility, playing at LB, DE, and DT over his time at Texas from 2007-’10.
As team captain in 2010, he tallied 59 total tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 9 sacks, and 5 forced fumbles.
Selected in the 4th round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals.
After taking over for Joey Porter at OLB, Acho tallied 40 total tackles, 7 sacks, 2 pass deflections, and 4 forced fumbles, in 10 starts.
In 2012, Sam had 48 total tackles, 4 sacks, 3 pass deflections, and 2 interceptions.
With a new HC in town, Sam had to again battle his way into the starting job, but broke his fibia during the 3rd game ending his 2013 campaign.
Posted 31 total tackles, a sack, an interception and 3 pass deflections in 2014.
Joined the Chicago Bears in 2015 on a series of one year contracts.
Shared snaps in 2015 pulling in 39 total tackles, a forced fumble, and a pass deflections.
Played with Chicago through 2018, stating 25 contests, tallying 140 total tackles, 4 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles.
Signed with the Bills in 2019 but did not make the squad.
And then later spent the last 8 contests of the season on the Bucs before retiring.
Sam’s moved into the television world where he’s become a color man, sideline reporter and commentator- most notably on UFL broadcasts.
ACCOLADES:
Danny Wuerffel Trophy
William V Campbell Trophy
NOTES:
Well, well, well Sam. Two years ago, I was at a San Antonio Brahmas game, and Sam came walking out of the tunnel right next to my spot. He was friendly and shook my hand. I didn’t have a card of him at the time, so I printed out this Longhorn hack card I did.
During the ’25 season, I packed his cards this time and I was ready to go. He came out of the tunnel and I said hello to him and beckoned him over. When he realized I was going to ask for his autograph, he said he’d get me after he went to the bathroom. He then avoided me the entire game. When I asked him afterwards again, he avoided eye contact and kept it moving as he smirked… so I jokingly told him he went on the longest bathroom break I’d ever seen and that really sucked.
Comparing notes with other fans later who told me that Sam is quite the jerk to fans asking for autographs and the fact the UFL isn’t coming back to SA, I just went ahead and nabbed this nice looking Sage card.
I thought he’d be excited about his custom hack card- but whatever.
