Competitors Quote by Emmitt Smith

Emmitt Smith is in a position, in my opinion, where he should be the highest-paid running back in football. He's a guy who has…

— Emmitt Smith

Emmitt Smith is a great running back. One of the things I like about him along with Edgerrin James is that neither one of…

— Earl Campbell

Emmitt Smith has run past legends, danced with stars and posed for the sculptor crafting his Hall of Fame bust. He's built upon his…

— Don Yaeger

I like the Steelers now just because I played in Pittsburgh. I'm a fan, but I liked the Cowboys growing up. I like Emmitt…

— James Conner

Steve Smith is a marvelous player.

— Dale Steyn

As a former player, I have a real appreciation for a guy like Aaron Rodgers and how much time he puts into his craft…

— Troy Aikman

There's a lot of really good football players in this league, a lot of really good receivers I've got a ton of respect for.

— Cooper Kupp

When I see him, that's what jumps off the screen right away: How he doesn't take anything from anyone. He's a scrappy player but…

— Brandin Cooks

My football idol growing up, I was named after Walter Payton, but my idols at RB were Barry Sanders and Emmitt Smith.

— Peyton Hillis

We all want to thank Emmitt for allowing us to enjoy every yard.

— Michael Irvin

Like others before me, I have a great opportunity as an NFL player to make a difference in the lives of others.

— Jason Witten

To be able to be mentioned with guys like Emmitt, Walter Payton, Barry Sanders, Curtis Martin and my man LaDainian Tomlinson, it's a blessing.

— Frank Gore