Three decades ago, Emmitt Smith made NFL history with a season that remains unmatched across professional sports. The Dallas Cowboys running back secured the NFL MVP award, a Super Bowl championship, and the Super Bowl MVP title. Now, to commemorate this extraordinary year, eBay and Notable Live have teamed up to host an anniversary auction, offering fans and collectors a unique opportunity to own a piece of sports history.
The auction, set to open this Friday, pays tribute to Smith’s illustrious football journey from high school to the NFL. Each item has been carefully selected to showcase significant milestones in Smith’s career and offers fans a chance to own memorabilia linked to some of the most unforgettable moments in NFL history.
Here are some of the extraordinary items available for bidding:
1. The high school helmet worn by Smith, representing his early potential and passion for the game.
2. The college jersey worn by Smith in his final game at the University of Florida, symbolizing the beginning of his professional legacy.
3. The football carried by Smith in Super Bowl XXVIII, leading to his MVP honors, an iconic piece of his Super Bowl success.
4. Another touchdown football from Super Bowl XXX, solidifying his status as a Super Bowl legend.
5. The game-used football from the moment Smith became the only player in NFL history to surpass 18,000 rushing yards, a testament to his endurance and skill.
6. The cleats worn by Smith as he broke Walter Payton’s record for the most 100-yard rushing games, marking his place in history.
7. A game ball from Smith’s record-breaking 237-yard game against the Eagles on October 31, 1993, setting a single-game rushing record for the Cowboys.
8. Smith’s uniform from his eighth and final Pro Bowl appearance, celebrating his career-long excellence.
9. Various awards earned by Smith throughout his career, showcasing his numerous achievements and contributions to the game.
This auction not only celebrates the 30th anniversary of Smith’s seminal year but also reflects his journey from a high school sensation to an NFL legend. Smith has been sharing pieces of his career through auctions in recent years, but this event, timed to coincide with Super Bowl LVIII, is particularly special. It offers fans a comprehensive look at his remarkable career through memorabilia that they can now own.
Mike Antonucci, co-founder and CEO of Notable Live, expressed his enthusiasm for the auction, stating, “We are excited to celebrate Emmitt’s career milestones by offering one-of-a-kind items to fans, exclusively on eBay.” Smith himself is proud to share his personal collection with his fans, saying, “I am proud of my accomplishments both as a football player and in my career as a businessman. I am excited to share my personal collection with my fans through this exclusive event with eBay.”
The auction promises to be a highlight for sports collectors and fans, providing a rare chance to acquire authentic memorabilia directly from one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. As bidding opens in the Notable Live eBay store, enthusiasts will have the opportunity to secure their own piece of football history, commemorating the legacy of Emmitt Smith and celebrating the enduring appeal of the sport.
