Jimmy Smith inducted into Black College Football Hall of Fame class of 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Jimmy Smith, a prominent wide receiver in Jacksonville Jaguars history, has been inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony took place on June 6. Smith, who played college football at Jackson State University, was a key player for the Jaguars from 1995 to 2006 and is recognized as one of the top receivers in NFL history, with 862 receptions and over 12,000 receiving yards. He was previously honored in 2016 by the Pride of the Jaguars.
- •Jimmy Smith inducted on June 6, 2026.
- •He played for the Jaguars from 1995 to 2006.
- •Smith recorded 862 receptions and 12,287 yards in his NFL career.
- •He was part of a renowned receiving duo with Keenan McCardell.
- •Smith was previously inducted into the Pride of the Jaguars in 2016.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars legend Jimmy Smith earns Hall of Fame honor
"One of the greatest players in Jaguars history, Jimmy Smith has been inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.
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