Alex Smith has had to overcome some incredible odds to be playing in the NFL right now. Just two years ago, Smith broke his leg on national television and was put in the hospital. After his surgery, he endured multiple complications where he almost died and had his leg amputated. It has been a long journey for the veteran quarterback who has endured 17 surgeries. A dysfunctional Washington Football Team franchise has found its way into the playoffs at a 7-9 record in the NFC East. He is going up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers which are led defensively by defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, who is infamous for blitzing more than any defensive system.
I have seen Alex Smith perform at a high-level for multiple teams now. Smith has taken the helm of a floundering Washintong franchise that is gasping for air and playoff success, and he has kept them afloat to a wild-card playoff game. Smith has been susceptible to injury throughout his career. In his younger years, Smith could move and find his way out of pressure. In his older years, it is obvious that Smith’s athleticism is fading.
What can Smith do? One possible solution would be to sit out the game if he is still struggling with injury and Washington thinks that they can build off him going forward. Smith could play the game and risk it for big-time success or for a big-time injury. It is hard to say.
I would recommend that Smith goes out and plays for this team. Smith has overcome things far harder than this and would not be on that field if he was not fully devoted to playing the game. Smith has a 5-1 record this season as the Team’s starting QB. This franchise can’t thank Smith enough after taking the helm after an immature Dwayne Haskins.
Should Smith play? Should he sit out? Let me know what you think in the comments. Can Alex Smith overcome this obstacle in this wildcard matchup?
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