J. T. Smith (American football)
American football player and coach (born 1955) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Thomas "J. T." Smith (born October 29, 1955) is a former professional American football player who played in the National Football League from 1978 to 1990. A 6'2", 185-lb. undrafted wide receiver and punt returner from the University of North Texas, Smith played for the Washington Redskins, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the St.Louis/Phoenix Cardinals. His best year as a professional came during the strike shortened 1987 season for the Cardinals when he led the NFL with 91 receptions for 1,117 yards.[1]
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Position: | Wide receiver, return specialist | ||||||
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Born: | (1955-10-29) October 29, 1955 (age 68) Leonard, Texas, U.S. | ||||||
Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) | ||||||
Weight: | 185 lb (84 kg) | ||||||
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High school: | Big Spring (TX) | ||||||
College: | North Texas | ||||||
Undrafted: | 1978 | ||||||
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On May 17, 2011, Smith was named the interim head coach of the Iowa Barnstormers in the Arena Football League.[2] He remained the head coach until the conclusion of the season.