Robert Smith: NFL Star and Philanthropist
Robert Smith, born in Euclid, Ohio in 1972, is a former American professional football player with a net worth of $10 million. He was a standout high school player, earning the titles of Mr. Football Ohio and a USA Today High School All-American while playing at Euclid High School. Smith went on to play college football at Ohio State and was drafted #21 by the Minnesota Vikings in the 1993 NFL Draft.
Smith played his entire career for the Vikings until 2000 and was named the NFL Alumni Running Back of the Year in 2000, as well as a Second-team All-Pro that year. He was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and holds records for being second for all-time Minnesota Vikings career rushing yards. Smith retired from football to pursue a career in medicine and founded the Robert Smith Foundation.
In addition to his philanthropic work, Smith is an author, having written the book The Rest of the Iceberg: An Insider’s View on the World of Sport and Celebrity. He is also known for holding the NFL record for average yards per touchdown rush with 27.2.
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