Brian Smith former Lineman for FAMU, Northeast Mississippi, & Shanks High School!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest was Brian Smith (Big Smitty). Brian Smith was a big time Offensive Lineman in his playing days. Smith born and raised in Quincy, Florida. Brian played Offensive Tackle for James A. Shanks High School football team under Head Coach Andy Gay. Smith Highschool Football team was great his junior season packed with tons of Talent. With a total of 15 players signing with schools like Clemson, Florida State, Louisville, Troy, Famu, Georgia, Tuskegee, Delta State! In this episode Brian says that his two favorite players of time is Deion Sanders and Willie Simmons. Willie Simmons was Smith Highschool Quarterback, who went on to play at Clemson, and currently is the Head Football Coach at FAMU. After Highschool Football Smith went on to play at NorthEast Mississippi Community College. After junior college football Brian said he had a very difficult decision to make between picking Tuskegee and FAMU. Smith eventually decided to be close to family and play at FAMU for the legendary Coach Billy Joe. Smith also shared some personal information about his son dealing with what's called the Barrer Syndrome. Barre Syndrome is a rare disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves. This was a great interview that truly displays the heart of a winner and Life & Football!