Smith played for the Kansas Jayhawks from 1973 to 1976 and was a three-year starter. He garnered All-Big Eight recognition in 1974. He set school records for career rushing yards with 3,192 and single season rushing yards with 1,181 in 1974. Smith also accumulated career totals of 23 rushing touchdowns on 488 attempts, and averaged a stunning 6.5 yards per carry (also a school record). He recorded 217 yards and two touchdowns on 21 receptions. He also participated in track for the Jayhawks, winning the 1976 Big Eight championship in the 100 meters and 440-yard relay. His personal bests were 10.29 for the 100 meters, and 20.44 for the 200 meter dash.
