Geno Smith or Eugene Cyril Geno Smith III is an American Football player currently playing at the quarterback position for the Seattle Seahawks team in the NFL. He had a highly successful college career and was first drafted in 2013 by the New York Jets.
Geno Smith Bio, Age, Height, Parents, Wife, Net Worth
Geno Smith was born on 10th October 1990 in Lakemont Georgia, USA. He was born to his parents Eugene Smith Jr and Tracy Seller in Georgia and grew up playing the sport with his family members. His great uncle Danny Smith, his grandfather as well as his cousin Melvin Bratton are also football players. Geno completed his high school education from Miramar High School in Florida and for his college education; he joined West Virginia College where he also played in furtherance of his football career.
Career
Geno started his football career in high school where he was part of the school team and in his junior year, he recorded 2,200 yards and 25 touchdowns. He was named second-team all-state quarterback and also received the title of second-team All-Broward County in 2007. His successful high school career gained him four stars as a prospect from all rating sites like Scout and Rivals and was also named the No. 1 player in Broward County.
He joined West Virginia in 2009 and during his freshman year, he completed 32 passes and 309 yards and ended the season with an 81.1 rating. In his sophomore year, he became the starting quarterback and completed 2763 yards with 24 touchdowns. The following year, he broke several personal records and became the Big East single-season passing leader. In his senior year of high school, he announced his participation in the NFL draft.
NFL
In 2013, he was drafted by the New York Jets and made his professional debut against the Detroit Lions. He was later named as the starting quarterback for the season. He finished the season with 3046 yards, 12 touchdowns, and 21 interceptions. The following season, he was against the starting quarterback and finished the season with 2525 yards and 13 touchdowns.
In 2015, he suffered a jaw fracture due to an altercation with IK Enemkpali in the locker rooms which restricted him from playing most of the matches during the season. However, in 2017, he joined the New York Giants team and played the season with the team completing 212 yards. In the following season, he joined the Los Angeles Chargers for a year and played only five games.
In 2019, he joined his current team Seattle Seahawks but was dropped due to competition within the team. He was again signed in 2020 and finally in 2021 and played his first game with the team against the Los Angeles Rams.
Geno Smith Biography |
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| Real Name | Eugene Cyril Geno Smith III |
| Birth Date | 10 October 1990 |
| Age (as of 2024) | 33 Years |
| Birth Place | Miami, Florida, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Football Quarterback |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sun sign | Libra |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 6’ 3” – in Centimeters – 191 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 100 kg – in Pounds – 221 lbs |
| Shoe Size | 14 (U.S.) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Body Type | Athletic |
Family |
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| Father | Geno Smith Jr. |
| Mother | Tracey Sellers |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
Qualification/Education |
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| School | Miramar High School |
| College | West Virginia University |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Who is his wife? | Hayley Eastham |
| Children | Seven Santana Smith |
Personal Life
Geno married his high school sweetheart Hayley Easthem. They first crossed paths as students at West Virginia University. Smith, the standout quarterback, was destined for the NFL, a fact well-known on campus. Despite the transition to professional football, their relationship endured.
The couple exchanged vows on July 20, 2015, during the NFL off-season. They are proud parents to a son named Seven Santana Smith. Regular glimpses into their family life can be found on social media, showcasing their tight bond. Beyond the virtual realm, they’ve been seen at award nights and players’ gatherings, celebrating their flourishing families in various settings.
Social Media
Geno is highly active on social media platforms and on his Twitter handle he currently enjoys a following of 139k while on his Instagram account, he currently has 201k followers. He often shares pictures from his games and matches and of his outfits and fashion.
Geno Smith Net Worth
Geno Smith is a highly successful and experienced football player and has played with several teams over the years. He has earned a lot of wealth through his profession. His estimated net worth as of 2021 is around $2million.
Trivia
- His jersey number is 7.
- He received the nickname Geno from his grandfather name who was called Big Geno during his time.
- His first coach was Damon Cogdell, a former Mountaineer.
- He was invited to play at the Elite 11 quarterback camp in California during his high school years.
- He holds the record for most passing yards in a single season by a rookie quarterback since 2013.
- Geno won the Big East Offensive Player of the Week four times and the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week thrice.
- He also holds the title of National Offensive Player of the Week for two weeks in the 2012 season.
- He was the 2012 Orange Bowl’s most valuable player.