He wasn't the biggest stat machine but ask any one of his contemporaries, offense or defense and they'll tell you his impact was worth more than a tally mark on a piece of paper. Reminded me of a more athletic but smaller Vince Wilfork.
You had to double team this man or you'll risk your QB getting run over by a freight train. Such a fun player to watch. Future hall of famer and Niners legend.
Miss Justin Smith so much. When he retired I was so bummed. Too bad we never had the chance to have him and Buckner together. That would have been sheer domination on the inside.
Saints fan here. He had that, "Why the hell are you this strong for no damn reason?" strength. One play that I can remember vividly. Divisional round, My Saints vs. the 49ers (The game that Vernon Davis was snot bubble crying on the sideline after ripping my heart out of my chest on a TD catch at the end of the game.). 9:31- On one play, Justin ran THROUGH my offensive linemen, and while carrying the OLineman like a 1st grader, he snatched Drew Brees like a disobedient child and prevented a completion. Was he a farmer? A lumberjack? What the hell was his problem that he had to be that strong? He scared me the most from that great defense.
I’m kinda sad cuz I forgot just how good this man really was. This entire defense was just magical. Imagine having some of these guys in their final 5 years mixed with some of our 2019 players. Bosa, Justin Smith, Willis, Bowman, Fred Warner, Ahmad Brooks, DeForest Buckner. We’d have a killer front even today. I still vividly remember watching the Eagles game and totally thought they were gonna get into field goal range until I saw that ball pop out. He was somehow an underrated player doing our 2010-14 years. Lovely vid
Great career …man that defensive line was good…it was the philly game 2011 when he chased down a wide receiver and we came back to win…magical year…stats are for losers…beautiful!!!
i remember when he was on the niners and he would grab the Tackle with one hand and the gaurd with the other and move both on them so aldon smith could get to the qb
Justin “Cowboy” Smith! One of the best Free Agent pickups of all time for SF. Deion was undoubtedly the greatest. But Justin made it possible for Aldon to run wild and anchored the defensive line.
Imagine if he had played along side bryant young #97 😳 scary 😨 to think about in a good way... Man Justin Smith should be in the Hall of Fame just for his brief stint as a 49ers... what he meant to this Defense. He made Aldon Smith look like the next Reggie White. Made his teammates shine with all the attention and I say all the attention... love justin smith and I love this highlight reel
While the playoffs are not supposed to influence the regular season awards *Defensive player of the year), but I still contest that if SF had made the Super Bowl instead of the Giants in 2011, then Justin Smith would have won DPotY instead of coming in second to Suggs. Not only did he have an amazing regular season, but he took over both of those games against the Saints and Giants.
He’s been outta the league for 7 years already? Wtf I remember using him in Madden seems like literally yesterday…man these guys are in and outta the league so fast
Thank you so much for making this!!! He’s one of my favorite players. It was a joy watching this man make these plays, and watching Smith’s dominants. Next man up, hope Bosa’s recovery is done. Bosa could use a few tips from this man.
The Cowboy was the GREATEST. 2nd only to Reggie white. If I had to start a team and pick between the Cowboy or Aaron Donald I'm going Cowboy every time. Most underrated player I ever seen. Absolute Power Source.
He played with extreme violence that infected the entire 49er defense. Every new 49er DL should be required to study and emulate Justin Smith's motor. He was a force.
I've watched thousands of highlight films of hundreds of players. Dozens of linemen. I've not seen anything here that I haven't seen from every hof d lineman's highlights. Some here even more dominant than I've ever seen. If the HOF makes this guy wait another year, they're killing their already weak credibility. Haven't seen a more dominating tackle ever
Hey!! Thanks for that!!! I'd like a jersey that has 94 in the front and 97 in the back! For my two favorite players! Well then of course I'll need one that has Willis-Young! (Bryant)
Should have been first ballot HOFer my opinion the best to ever do the position of DE If Niners coach watches this, remind Bosa to watch not the sexiest but the best.
He ran down the running back did you see that eagles one. wowowowowow. Like HOF you guys suck he should have been in and this highlight film should even have the HOFers in awe. Justin freaking Smith. I figured it out Smith its the name some Niners have a problem with Smiths it seems. I LOVED EVERY ONE OF THOSE SMITHS.
My favorite all of time defensive player who doesn't get enough recognition
He wasn't the biggest stat machine but ask any one of his contemporaries, offense or defense and they'll tell you his impact was worth more than a tally mark on a piece of paper. Reminded me of a more athletic but smaller Vince Wilfork.
Facts. Modern day tim krumrie
Hall of Fame Player
This defense was legendary too bad we couldn't give them a superbowl
here here buddy, ill take one this year with a *, and another one next year.
I blame Jed York
Blame Kyle Williams
@@garbageman83 blame Harbaugh, he choked.
@binary nope, York was behind the screwing of Alex Smith, team was done after that.
There are not enough highlights for this absolute monster of a player. One of the best 49ers to ever play
Thank you for creating and sharing this
You had to double team this man or you'll risk your QB getting run over by a freight train. Such a fun player to watch. Future hall of famer and Niners legend.
Even with a double team he could still get to the quarterback
Still rock his jersey every Sunday watching my Niners
Justin smith is the only lineman who could stop beast mode in his tracks… he was the real beast ! That guy is deserving a spot in the HOF…
Why isn't Justin Smith in the Hall of FAme. The man was and still is legendary.
Off the field, funniest guy you'll meet. On the field one of the toughest. Enjoyed watching him from high school all the way to the pros
This guy when he tackles you makes you question whether you still want to play football... wow, Justin fn Smith, what an fn beast!!!
2:44 holy smokes, can see his country strength build through his t shirt. Miss this beast #494L
This man will be forever be a 49ers legend. We will never see another player like Justin Smith.
I loved watching him play. He would just drive back any lineman. It was already incredible to watch.
One of the best Niner defensive linemen along with Stubblefield and Young
He just seemed able to stay on his feet, even when they tried to cut him, and use his sheer power to overwhelm other (huge) men.
Man Justin was a beast wish we still had him
Miss Justin Smith so much. When he retired I was so bummed. Too bad we never had the chance to have him and Buckner together. That would have been sheer domination on the inside.
Saints fan here. He had that, "Why the hell are you this strong for no damn reason?" strength. One play that I can remember vividly. Divisional round, My Saints vs. the 49ers (The game that Vernon Davis was snot bubble crying on the sideline after ripping my heart out of my chest on a TD catch at the end of the game.). 9:31- On one play, Justin ran THROUGH my offensive linemen, and while carrying the OLineman like a 1st grader, he snatched Drew Brees like a disobedient child and prevented a completion. Was he a farmer? A lumberjack? What the hell was his problem that he had to be that strong? He scared me the most from that great defense.
One of the last smash mouth football players it was an honor to have him on the ninere
I’m kinda sad cuz I forgot just how good this man really was. This entire defense was just magical. Imagine having some of these guys in their final 5 years mixed with some of our 2019 players. Bosa, Justin Smith, Willis, Bowman, Fred Warner, Ahmad Brooks, DeForest Buckner. We’d have a killer front even today. I still vividly remember watching the Eagles game and totally thought they were gonna get into field goal range until I saw that ball pop out. He was somehow an underrated player doing our 2010-14 years. Lovely vid
I miss these days. Steller D 💯
We could use him in this game today. He would end this game alone by himself.
One of my favorite players ever mostly because I’m a die hard Missouri fan but this guy was a beast
What a badass.
what a savage highlight reel 24 minutes. im 30 years old like 7 minutes in wanting to start a new career as a defensive lineman
Great career …man that defensive line was good…it was the philly game 2011 when he chased down a wide receiver and we came back to win…magical year…stats are for losers…beautiful!!!
That’s my favorite play! He won. The game with that one!
i remember when he was on the niners and he would grab the Tackle with one hand and the gaurd with the other and move both on them so aldon smith could get to the qb
Thanks for posting this! One of my Favorite players 💪
Honestly one of my favorite players to ever be on the Niners. Really great montage.
Justin and Ahmad Brooks were a devastating one two combo, then when Aldon Smith was added, they were unstoppable.
Justin “Cowboy” Smith! One of the best Free Agent pickups of all time for SF. Deion was undoubtedly the greatest. But Justin made it possible for Aldon to run wild and anchored the defensive line.
I miss this guy!!!
Imagine if he had played along side bryant young #97 😳 scary 😨 to think about in a good way... Man Justin Smith should be in the Hall of Fame just for his brief stint as a 49ers... what he meant to this Defense. He made Aldon Smith look like the next Reggie White. Made his teammates shine with all the attention and I say all the attention... love justin smith and I love this highlight reel
Love the song choice. Head strong. Perfect for smith
While the playoffs are not supposed to influence the regular season awards *Defensive player of the year), but I still contest that if SF had made the Super Bowl instead of the Giants in 2011, then Justin Smith would have won DPotY instead of coming in second to Suggs. Not only did he have an amazing regular season, but he took over both of those games against the Saints and Giants.
Never seen a player have so much connectivity to the rest of the defense.
And still he was the most humble "The Cowboy" is National treasure.
He’s been outta the league for 7 years already? Wtf I remember using him in Madden seems like literally yesterday…man these guys are in and outta the league so fast
That 2012 defense was stacked.
Most underrated niner of all time imo
Thank you so much for making this!!! He’s one of my favorite players. It was a joy watching this man make these plays, and watching Smith’s dominants. Next man up, hope Bosa’s recovery is done. Bosa could use a few tips from this man.
Smith was such a beast
Who ever made this this is one of the best player highlights ever.
Wow big Man Great Player
Smith would just tackle multiple people if he couldn't shed a block. Absolute savage.
COWBOY! Fucking love that man! Wish we got him a ring, such a dominate beast of a man!
Smith ur nxt on da line 4HOF... GUARANTEE.
Underrated, like this video👍
Thanks!
HOF total badass mad respect ✊
I have two justin smith jerseys, one red and one black. My favorite niner!!! Loved the video
Nice! I have two Justin Smith Jerseys as well
Well made vid!
The Cowboy was the GREATEST.
2nd only to Reggie white. If I had to start a team and pick between the Cowboy or Aaron Donald I'm going Cowboy every time. Most underrated player I ever seen. Absolute Power Source.
Miss this dude.
This is how Fabgio combines a 3/4 NG and DE.
The NG has the freedom to line up anywhere up front the DTs adjust accordingly.
one of my favorite niners when I was growing up.
Great fuckn video of one of the greatest underrated 49ers of all time
The Cowboy #94 J.Smith Niners all Day
The original cowboy
Hall of famer for sure
It’s hard for 3-4 base D defensive ends to get into the HOF but he was one of the better ones
Justin is my friend irl I was trying to research more about his career
Toby Keith playing is perfect😂😂
i miss the Smitty Smitty sack
that was a insane combo
Justin smith has shoulders that’s capable of carrying the world 🌎
He played with extreme violence that infected the entire 49er defense. Every new 49er DL should be required to study and emulate Justin Smith's motor. He was a force.
Man I miss the cowboy
Smith was just pure power on every play. Kind of slow and plodding, but never was slowed down.
He Ended Drew Brees Career😭😭 I’ll Neva forget😭😭😭
I played with him in highschool
I've watched thousands of highlight films of hundreds of players. Dozens of linemen. I've not seen anything here that I haven't seen from every hof d lineman's highlights. Some here even more dominant than I've ever seen. If the HOF makes this guy wait another year, they're killing their already weak credibility. Haven't seen a more dominating tackle ever
Respect to the cowboy pat set the tone first then comes help on the line a year or two later
The Cowboy was the engine of that niner D, should be a hall of famer no doubt🏉🦾
I loved his interaction with Marshawn Lynch
the song at 12:44 caught me off guard lol shit was hella funny
a real monster miss cowboy smith with aldon off the edge
Awesome. HOFer.
Hey!! Thanks for that!!! I'd like a jersey that has 94 in the front and 97 in the back! For my two favorite players! Well then of course I'll need one that has Willis-Young! (Bryant)
Anyone ever heard the story about the helicopter ride they took him on around San Francisco that got him to sign?
Just imagine if Nick Bosa had a beast like Cowboy lined up beside him
He reminded me like Bosa but more wild.
A shame his name isn’t brought up more for most dominant D lineman ever.
Man this was the team willis bowman gore goldson Whitner brooks smith
MIZZOU!
One of the best nose tackle this year all the way again and win it $ 5000 00 who wants that bet hit me if you dare!!!!
Favorite Justin combo
Justin and Aldon or Justin and Ray Mcdonald?
I see a whole lot of roughing the passer penalties in this highlight had he played in this current NFL
Aldon Smith owes Justin Smith......... Smith's double teams made Smith a threat. Those are things stats don't cover.
He was really good at it taking up 2 offense line men while Aldon Smith comes in for the sack
The most underrated, like Rickey Henderson. Ahead of his time and def. Took those roids
Da Mans Gotta Penitentiary Attitude 💀
We trained all the time coached by Pete Adkins the best coach Ever!
The cowboy
3:40. Omg lol
Imagine if he had played with Bryant Young 97 Gold Rush is what that defense would of been called
I thought this guy was a first ballot hall of farmer. I don’t know what they are waiting for.
That’s my friends dad no joke his name is Wyatt smith
Should have been first ballot HOFer my opinion the best to ever do the position of DE
If Niners coach watches this, remind Bosa to watch not the sexiest but the best.
He ran down the running back did you see that eagles one. wowowowowow. Like HOF you guys suck he should have been in and this highlight film should even have the HOFers in awe. Justin freaking Smith. I figured it out Smith its the name some Niners have a problem with Smiths it seems. I LOVED EVERY ONE OF THOSE SMITHS.
Strong as an ox
pls come out of retirement Cowboy...
My God that team was LOADED with talent. Especially the defense.
But ONE position was not. Take one guess.
You’re a different kind of player when you can put up nearly 1000 tackles and 100 career sacks those are numbers no player really has
Ok this may sound like a huge lie but Justin is actually my cousin
bro was just tossing people