Timothy Francis Smith (born March 20, 1957) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for the Houston Oilers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1980 to 1986).
A native of Chula Vista, California, Smith attended St. Augustine High School in nearby San Diego.
[1] He was prepared to play college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish until the retirement of their head coach, Ara Parseghian, after which Smith committed to Nebraska.
[2] As a collegian, he played in the Liberty, Orange and Cotton bowls.
On April 24, 1987 San Diego Chargers acquired Tim Smith for a 1988 draft choice.