Derrell Smith

Derrell Smith is a former National Football League player who used to play as a linebacker for the Houston Texans. Smith only played for 2 years and ended his NFL journey cause he loved being a chef rather than an NFL player. Smith also worked as a former advertising producer.  Currently, Derrell is the creator and CEO of 99EATS, LLC - which is a virtual culinary brand with a mission to connect people through food, content, and experiences.

Derrell Smith was born on June 23, 1988, and grew up in Philadelphia, U.S. He went to Syracuse University which is located in the heart of New York City. While playing for the Houston Texans, he used to cook for his teammates and spent weeks perfecting and tweaking the recipe. Derrell was born into a household where his grandmother and his mother had excellent culinary skills which significantly ignited his interest in being a chef.

Who Is Derrell Smith Having an Affair With? Know About His Girlfriend and Relationship Status

Derrell is in a romantic relationship with his girlfriend. He has shared numerous photos of her in his timeline but has not shared about her. His girlfriend has an Instagram handle with the username of @sherrryll. 

The couples haven't revealed when or how they met or how many years they have been together, but we will be sure to update if any of them reveals the story about how they met.

Exploring Derrell's Instagram we can say that he has deeply bonded with his girlfriend and marriage might be highly possible in near future.

Derrell Smith's Net Worth 

Smith is now the CEO of 99EATS, LLC, and runs a program on Netflix called Easy Bake Battle. The estimated net worth of Derrell Smith is $500,000. 

Derrell was drafted in 2013 by the Houston Texans where he signed one year contract worth $390,000. After playing for two years with the Houston Texas, he left the club to pursue his dream and is stable financially.

The breaking point in his career began when he won the meatball competition in 2016 and the desire to share his recipe of meatballs grew bolder. The former NFL player went on to create 99EATS, LLC after being fired from an advertising job, and 99EATS has partnered with many famous brands like Subway, Tastemade, Disney, Sesame Place, etc.

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Derrell Smith's Life-Changing Injury made him Food TV Star: Derrell Smith’s Journey As A Chef

After being fired from the advertising job, Derrell didn't search for any job and went straight towards his dream job which was being a chef and spreading his recipe for the world to relish and enjoy what he created. Smith played with great football players like Matt Schaub, Andre Johnson, J.J. Watt, DeAndre Hopkins, Earl Mitchell, etc.

During training NFL, he was severely injured, and due to that Smith quit playing in NFL but the injury gave him more opportunities. The former NFL player has hosted fantastic TV shows like Mad Good Food, Tastemade, etc.

By going through his Instagram post we can confirm that Derrell is an absolute food lover and is very passionate about the food and the joy that it brings while sharing with others.

Derrell Smith's Life As A Chef

Smith grew up in a family where his mother and grandmother were excellent cooks. The former NFL player has a unique perspective on food he says that food is like art, it's how he expresses himself.

On his program called Mad Good Food, Derrell taught people how to cook and he also shared his exciting life stories. He used to advise NFL players on their diets and how they could have more athletic bodies if they focused on improving their diets.

Derrell doesn't only eat food but is also knowledgeable about them, he insists on eating fruits if they are craving unhealthy sugary snacks and how sugary cereals, beverages, and other edible items could destroy a person's life infecting them with multiple diseases.