From one leader to another, President Barack Obama offered congratulations to Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith on Monday.
And congratulations to my friend Alex Smith, for fighting back from a life-threatening injury to start at quarterback again for the Washington Football Team. It’s a testament to his strength, determination and the love and support of his family. https://t.co/R3PO0jjFbf
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) October 12, 2020
The gesture through social media came a day after Smith returned to the active roster and played for the WFT in its loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
Smith had suffered a gruesome broken leg near the end of the 2018 season and went through multiple surgeries to try and repair the damage.
He was cleared for a return this season was activated Sunday and went into the game when starter Kyle Allen was injured.
Smith completed 9-of-17 passes for 37 yards. He had one rush for one yard.
