Kansas City Chiefs Smith was drafted by the
Kansas City Chiefs in the sixth round (196th overall) of the
2018 NFL draft. He primarily played on
special teams (particularly as a
kick returner) during his rookie season, but also saw some playing time on defense as a
cornerback. During the 2018 season, he had 33 returns for 886 yards, including a 97-yard return against the
Denver Broncos, averaging 26.8 yards per return. He was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team as a returner. Prior to the 2019 season, the Chiefs moved Smith from cornerback to
running back; after the preseason, however, he was moved back to cornerback. Smith was waived by the Chiefs on September 14, 2019.
Green Bay Packers Smith was claimed off waivers by the
Green Bay Packers on September 17, 2019. He was waived on October 14 and re-signed to the
practice squad two days later. He was promoted to the active roster on October 29. On December 2, 2019, Smith was waived by the Packers.
Philadelphia Eagles On December 4, 2019, Smith was signed to the
Philadelphia Eagles practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Eagles on January 6, 2020. He was waived on July 26, 2020.
Indianapolis Colts On August 16, 2020, Smith signed with the
Indianapolis Colts. He was waived on September 5, 2020, and re-signed to the team's practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on September 22, 2020.
Houston Texans (first stint) Smith signed with the
Houston Texans on March 22, 2021. During a stellar season as a core special teamer, Smith signed a one-year contract extension on December 3, 2021. In Week 15, Smith had a 98-yard kick return touchdown and downed a punt inside the five-yard line in a 30–16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, earning
American Football Conference Special Teams Player of the Week. On December 11, 2022, in a game against the
Dallas Cowboys, Smith
intercepted the Cowboys' quarterback
Dak Prescott twice marking the first and second of his career.
Denver Broncos On March 17, 2023, the
Denver Broncos signed Smith to a two-year contract.
Houston Texans (second stint) On March 14, 2025, Smith signed a two-year, $7.5 million deal to return to the Texans. ==NFL career statistics==