Emmitt Smith Worries About His Health In Wake Of Seau’s Death

Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith has more carries than any other player in NFL history. His 4,409 attempts are 571 more than Walter Payton, who sits in second place.

The type of punishment Smith took averaging nearly 20 carries per game is no secret to anyone who followed his 15-year NFL career. After the suicide death of All-Pro linebacker Junior Seau last week, Smith admitted his concerns about the toll his lengthy career might’ve taken on his mind and body.

“Why wouldn’t I worry,” Smith told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. “The evidence is starting to pile up. You are talking to a guy who carried the ball more than anybody in NFL history. So why wouldn’t I worry. I pray about it.”

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