Kurt Smith

Kurt Smith (born January 9, 1983) is a formerAmerican football placekicker. He was drafted in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL Draft, pick 188. He played college football for the University of Virginia. His contract was waived after preseason in 2006 with the San Diego Chargers and cut in 2007 with the New Orleans Saints.

High school years

Smith attended Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee and won varsity letters in football as a kicker and punter and in soccer.

Pro career

Smith was drafted in the sixth round by the Chargers, but was cut, then signed with the Saints in the 2007 offseason to compete with John Carney before both were released. On July 27, Kurt signed with the Seattle Seahawks. He was released by the team exactly one month later.