Saints vs 49ers: Why Alex Smith Will Be Forever Revered in San Francisco

Just about seven years ago Alex Smith was the first overall pick in the 2005 NFL Draft and since then he has been labeled a bust—but that has all changed.

Smith may have a career 76.4 quarterback rating, but in 2011 he was a winner and in the 2012 playoffs, he has emerged as a hero in the eyes of San Francisco 49ers fans. 

Saturday's divisional round battle between the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints was one of the most exciting playoff games in recent memory as there was four lead-changes in the final four minutes of play. 

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