Kaden Nelson Smith (born April 24, 1997) is an American professional football tight end who is a free agent.

He was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL draft and has also been a member of the New York Giants and Indianapolis Colts.

[12] During the Week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears, Smith made his first-career start in his fourth game and recorded his first touchdown in the NFL in the 19–14 loss.

[13] In week 16 against the Washington Redskins, Smith caught 6 passes for 35 yards and 2 touchdowns, including the game winner in overtime, during the 41–35 win.

On March 1, 2024, Smith signed with the he DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL).