University of Memphis Tiger football fan experience. The virtual guide contains photos, videos, bios and information about the Memphis football team.
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ryan cidzik assistant strength coach susquehanna, 2001 first season rod smith intern memphis, 2008 second season BIO Ryan Cidzik is in his fi rst season as assistant strength and conditioning director for football, joining the Tiger coaching staff aſt er two years as an assistant strength and conditioning coach in the NFL. Cidzik most recently worked with the New York Jets, where he was directly responsible for the physical development of all off ensive and defensive linemen, while assisting with skill and mid-skill players. Prior to his time with the New York Jets, Cidzik was an assistant strength and conditioning coach with the Cleveland Browns. Cidzik earned his bachelor's degree from Susquehanna, and his master's degree of exercise science is from Louisiana Tech. He is a Certifi ed Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a USA Weightliſt ing Certifi ed Level-1 Club Coach. 46 2010 Memphis Football Experience BIO Former Tiger defender Rod Smith is in his second season working an internship with the football team. Smith lettered from 2004-06,and was a standout for the Tiger defense before having his playing career cut short following a severe neck injury in the 2006 Arkansas State game, where he fractured his C5 vertebrae and required surgery. Smith was back on the sidelines just four days aſt er surgery to support his teammates. He continued to join his team out at practice and workouts through the 2007 season. For his career, Smith played in 28 games and made 13 starts. He completed his career with 89 total tackles over three seasons, including 56 solos and 33 assisted tackles. He also added fi ve pass breakups and two interceptions.