Cedric Smith (American football)

He is entering his 15th season as an NFL strength and conditioning coach, Smith has seven years of experience leading the strength and conditioning programs for the Houston Texans from 2010 to 2013 and the Kansas City Chiefs from 2007 to 2009.

[3] He was the primary blocking back for featured tailback Emmitt Smith in 1987, 1988 and 1989, and was also a team captain as a senior in 1989.

[3] Smith was recognized as a Southeastern Conference (SEC) Academic Honor Roll honoree in 1987, 1988 and 1989,[3] and he graduated with a bachelor's degree in public health in 1990.

The Minnesota Vikings selected Smith in the fifth round (131st pick overall) of the 1990 NFL draft.

[1] He played his final two NFL seasons for the Arizona Cardinals in 1996 and 1997, appearing in thirty-one games.