Ricky DeCarlo Smith (born July 20, 1960) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for the New England Patriots, Washington Redskins, and Detroit Lions. He played college football for the Alabama State Hornets and was selected in the sixth round of the 1982 NFL draft with the 141st overall pick.
Smith was also a long jumper for the Alabama State Hornets track and field team. He finished 4th in the long jump at the 1979 NAIA men's outdoor track and field championship.