Shaun Smith is a retired NFL defensive lineman with a decade-long career, playing for teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and Cincinnati Bengals. An undrafted free agent from the University of South Carolina, he now mentors young athletes for the NFL combine and runs a non-profit foundation.
Post-retirement, Shaun is a dedicated family man, focusing on his wife and three daughters. He has openly discussed the mental and emotional transition away from professional football and now channels his energy into philanthropy and being present for his childrens daily activities like school and gymnastics.
He founded the Shaun Smith 91 Ways Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to improving childhood literacy among underserved youth.
Shaun Smith
Retired at National Football League (NFL)
Frisco, Texas, United States
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Topics They Care About
Childhood Literacy
Through his 91 Ways Foundation, he actively promotes reading and writing for children, believing it is critical for understanding contracts and achieving success beyond athletics.
Player Mentorship
He draws on his experience as an undrafted player with a long career to train and mentor linemen preparing for the NFL combine.
Life After Football
He speaks candidly about the challenges of transitioning out of the NFL, including mental health, and finding a new purpose through family and philanthropy.
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Work History
Retired at National Football League (NFL)
Education
Shaun has no verified education history
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Location : Frisco, Texas, United States
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Designation : Retired at National Football League (NFL)
