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Jimmy Smith, one of the most prolific receivers in NFL history, has decided to retire.

Smith, a five-time Pro Bowl selection who overcame several health problems and a drug addiction during his 12 seasons, scheduled a news conference Thursday to announce his decision. His retirement was first reported by FoxSports.com.

The 37-year-old receiver led the Jags with 70 catches for 1,023 yards and six touchdowns last season. His ranks seventh in NFL history with 862 receptions and 11th in receiving yards. He has more receptions than every receiver in the Hall of Fame, and only Marvin Harrison has more catches and yards receiving than Smith since 1996.

Smith contemplated retirement during the offseason, but Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio asked him to take his time and be sure he was making the right choice. His announcement came a day before the team opened a three-day minicamp.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/05/11/bc.fbn.jaguars.smithret.ap/index.html
 
losing Smith hurts them.

but the timing of it really really hurts them.
 
Damn Jimmy Smith was a stud in his prime and is still one of the most consistent receivers in football. I'm not a Jags fan or anything but he probably one of my favorite receivers of all time. Thanks for the memories Jimmy.
 
Jimmy Smith was still a threat....I'm glad he's gone....this will put even more pressure on their young WR's
 
I just read this on sportsline and was shocked. Is it me or was this a complete surprise?
 
He was one of the best, I wonder what the Jags will do to replace him?
 
He was a great player. My dad always complains how the cowboys should of never gottin rid of him since he loves the cowboys.
 
He is/was one of my favorite recievers

Wow that sucks he looked like he had a couple years left....
 
A great reciever, always liked him a lot.

Time to let Matt Jones, Reggie Williams and Ernest Wilford is still a pretty solid core tho. It wont be the same, but i think they can get the job done.
 
ch19079 said:
losing Smith hurts them.

but the timing of it really really hurts them.
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not really. the way they've drafted the last few years seemed to indicate they were prepared for this. matt jones, reggie williams, and ernest wilfork are already there, and they drafted marcedes lewis to help the passing game even more. i think they knew.

he had a great career, i just don't see how he can go to the hall of fame when guys like micheal irvin and art monk can't make it.
 
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