Charles Smith

Charles Harlin "Rabbit" Smith (March 13, 1924 – December 10, 2013) was an American professional football back who played one season with the Chicago Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Chicago Cardinals in the 16th round of the 1947 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Georgia. He was nicknamed Rabbit for his speed.

Early life Smith played high school football as a two-way back at Palatka High School in Palatka, Florida. He was also a catcher and middle infielder on the baseball team, a forward in basketball and a jumper, sprinter and relay man in track. He graduated in 1943.

College career Smith played college football and baseball for the Georgia Bulldogs. He played in seven games for the Cardinals during the 1947 season. He was the head recruiter and running backs coach for the Florida Gators from 1963 to 1970. Smith served as the head coach of Eastside High School in Gainesville, Florida from 1971 to 1980 and won three championships. He retired after the 1980 season.