
Ihmir Smith-Marsette, an American football wide receiver with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League, was born on August 29, 1999. (NFL). In the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings selected him from Iowa’s collegiate football program.
Where did Ihmir Smith-Marsette go to high school?
In Newark, New Jersey, Smith-Marsette was raised. He started off playing water polo at St. Benedict’s Preparatory School before transferring to Weequahic High School following his freshman year. Smith-Marsette had 43 stops, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries, and 38 receptions for 773 yards and 13 touchdowns on offense as a senior. He also scored three touchdowns as a return specialist.
In his rookie year, Smith-Marsette caught 18 passes for 187 yards and two scores. He collected 28 receptions for 361 yards and two scores as a sophomore. Smith-Marsette caught 44 passes for 722 yards and five touchdowns as a junior. He also ran for 108 yards and three scores, returned 17 kickoffs for 503 yards and two scores, and gained 108 yards on the ground.