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In 2018 Alex Smith suffered a serious leg injury during a game, and after surgery, doctors discovered an infection. The focus then switched from saving his leg, to saving his life. Doctors managed to save both and after two years of surgeries and rehab, the quarterback returned for the 2020 season and helped the Washington Football Team reach the play-offs before announcing his retirement.

Smith told Sportshour’s Caroline Barker about the days his life was in danger, why he made a comeback and his plans for the future.

Advisory – some of what you are about to hear you may find distressing.

Photo: Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith scrambles during his comeback game against the Los Angeles Rams. (Credit: Getty Images)