5 fast facts about Will Smith (the football player)

Will Smith, despite sharing a name with a more famous actor, has a newsworthy biography of his own.

• In 2003, Smith helped lead Ohio State to a national championship.

• Smith played for nine seasons with the New Orleans Saints.

• He was one of the highest-paid defensive players in the NFL.

• He started the "Where There's a Will There's a Way" Foundation to mentor at-risk kids.

• Smith also has a Super Bowl ring after helping the Saints beat the Colts in 2010.

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