Atlanta Falcons

Lovie Smith sends some praise in the direction of Devin Hester

Published Dec. 3, 2015 12:37 a.m. ET

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When talking about one of his former players, Lovie Smith didn't shy away from showing the love. That player? Current Atlanta Falcon Devin Hester, who has been out for the year to this point.

What makes things interesting here, is that Smith and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may see Hester in his first game in Week 13.

As for Smith's thoughts about Hester? Well, he wants people to know that if the speedster is on the field, that his team will take notice, according to Scott Smith of Buccaneers.com.

That's just respect from Smith, but on the other side, Falcons fans are definitely hoping that Hester can provide a spark.