Tyreke Smith (born February 14, 2000) is an

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outside linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks of the

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(NFL). He played college football at

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Playing style

Smith is known as a strong, quick defensive lineman with great awareness and technique. Despite being considered an injury risk over his career, Smith led the

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in QB hits, with 21 in his last 2 playing seasons.

Professional career

Smith was selected in the fifth round (158th overall) by the Seattle Seahawks in the

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. He was placed on injured reserve on August 30, 2022.

References

External links

Seattle Seahawks bio

Ohio State Buckeyes bio
2000 births Living people Players of American football from Cleveland Ohio State Buckeyes football players Seattle Seahawks players American football defensive ends {{Defensive-lineman-stub