Derron Smith was born on February 4,1992 and is an American former professional football safety.
15 Facts About Derron Smith
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Derron Smith played as a safety, quarterback and punter for the Banning Broncos high school football team.
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Derron Smith was a standout on his basketball team, averaging more than 17 points per game.
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Derron Smith was regarded as a three-star recruit by both Rivals.
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Derron Smith was ranked as the No 83 overall player and the No 35 in his position in the state of California.
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Derron Smith chose Fresno State over scholarship offers from Nebraska, San Diego State, and UNLV, among others.
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Derron Smith finished the season with 16 tackles and an interception.
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Derron Smith entered the season as the active Football Bowl Subdivision leader in interceptions with 14.
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Derron Smith was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the sixth round of the 2015 NFL draft.
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On November 4,2017, Derron Smith was released by the Bengals and was re-signed to the practice squad.
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On November 9,2017, Derron Smith was signed by the Cleveland Browns off the Bengals practice squad.
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In December 2018, Derron Smith signed with the San Antonio Commanders of the Alliance of American Football.
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Derron Smith was released during final roster cuts on August 31,2019.
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In October 2019, Derron Smith was selected by the Dallas Renegades of the XFL in the 2020 XFL Draft.
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Derron Smith had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10,2020.