Rod Smith (defensive back)

Rodney Marc Smith is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League for the New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, and Green Bay Packers. He played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. In high school, he played running back for Roseville Area High School.

Professional career

Smith was selected 35th overall in the second round of the 1992 NFL draft by the New England Patriots. He was the second selection in the 1995 NFL expansion draft, and first selection for the Panthers in that draft.