Nolan Smith knew he could play in this league. The Philadelphia Eagles did too, even if the results didn't show immediately. Mired in a lost rookie season where Smith couldn't get on the field ...

PHILADELPHIA -- Nolan Smith knew he could play in this league. The Philadelphia Eagles did too, even if the results didn't show immediately. Mired in a lost rookie season where Smith couldn't ...

Nolan Smith grew up playing in the youth football leagues of Savannah, where he developed the reputation as a player who was blessed with talent and a deep passion for the sport. Longtime friends ...