 As a senior in 2006, Smith competed in the throwing events at the State Track & Field Meet, where he registered throws of 14.81 meters (48'7.25") in the shot put and 39.62 meters in the discus throw (126'8") that earned him sixth and eleventh-place finishes, respectively.Regarded as a five-star recruit by both "Rivals.com" and "Scout.com", Smith was listed as the No.1 offensive lineman by both recruiting services.