The Houston Texans signed Division II wide receiver Vyncint Smith from Limestone College after the 2018 NFL Draft concluded. At 6-foot-3, Smith was a raw prospect going into the NFL, but he offered intriguing at such physical position. Smith ran a 4.36 40 yard dash in his Pro Day, and it was evident to the coaches and fans throughout training camp and the preseason games.
Smith showed his potential in the preseason as a vertical threat, through four preseason games as he had four receptions for 94 receiving yards and a touchdown reception. Although a small sample size in the preseason, he averaged 23.