Overview

Conference USA's Player of the Year, Smith may lack the prototypical NFL size, but he rates well in many of the other categories scouts are looking for. Smith's short- to medium-range passes have the required zip to be effective against NFL defenses and he plays with a combination of athleticism and instincts to surprise at the next level.

Was a two-year letterwinner and starter at Owasso High School . . . also lettered his freshman and sophomore seasons at Edmond Deer Creek High School . . . became the state of Oklahoma's all-time passing leader as a senior with 9,574 career yards, completing 583-of-1,009 passes . . . had 975 rushing yards, 83 passing touchdowns and 23 rushing TDs in his career . . . completed 237-of-398 yards for 3,806 yards and 35 touchdowns as a senior . . . also punted for a 38-yard average his senior season . . . set the Oklahoma High School single-season passing record . . . named all-state by both the Tulsa World and Daily Oklahoman his senior season . . . also earned all-state honors by the Oklahoma Coaches Association . . . was the District 6A-3 Player of the Year as a senior.

Was ranked 20th on the Rivals.com Oklahoma top-30 list as a senior . . . was the 49th ranked quarterback nationally by Rivals100.com . . .was an all-region selection by PrepStar magazine . . . was one of 20 players named to the Tulsa World Blue-Chip List . . . received a two-star rating by TheInsiders.com . . . completed 182-of-309 passes for 2,691 yards and 21 touchdowns his junior season, while also rushing for eight TDs . . . as a sophomore, he led Edmond Deer Creek to the Class 3A state championship while passing for 3,077 yards and 27 touchdowns . . . also rushed for six TDs as a sophomore . . . also lettered four years in baseball . . . high school coach was his father, Ron Smith.

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Analysis

Positives: Natural playmaker. ... Coach's son and plays with the instincts to prove it. ... Better player than his skill set would lead you to believe. ... Quick in his drop back, set-up and delivery. ... Possesses good zip on his underneath routes. ... Poised even when pressured. ... Elusive in the pocket and keeps his eyes downfield. ... Understands the offense and will check down to secondary receivers if his first option is covered. ... Effective pooch punter who placed 10 of his 15 punts inside the 20 (against only two touchbacks) in '07.

Negatives: Perfectly suited to Tulsa's offense and his statistics are greatly inflated. ... Short and slight frame. ... Not impressive physically. ... Lacks the preferred arm strength. ... Extends his wind-up for longer throws and can float deep passes. ... Marginal level of competition.

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Q & A

Growing up, who was your favorite NFL player and why?

Joe Montana -- He wins.

What TV-show marathon will keep you on the couch all day?

Dirty Jobs.

What are the five most-played songs in your iPod? What's the one song you hope nobody ever finds out is in your iPod?

Any Dave Matthews or Casting Crowns. I'm not ashamed of any songs.

What celebrity would play you in the movie version of your life and why?

Jim Carrey, I love to make people laugh.

What is one thing your teammates don't know about you?

I enjoy playing the guitar and golfing.

What reality TV show would you like to be on and why?

Run's House. I like his house and cars plus he cracks me up.

What's your proudest moment in football? Proudest moment off the field?

Diving in the end zone for the winning touchdown in the 2005 Liberty Bowl. All of the speaking engagements I have been able to do while at the University of Tulsa.

When you play Madden, what team do you use? Do you put yourself on the team?

Never played Madden.

Who has been the biggest influence on your football career and how?

My Dad. He was my coach in high school and he has always believed in my ability to one day play in the NFL.