EJ Smith, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, recently showcased his skills during an invite-only workout for the Dallas Cowboys in Dallas, Texas. This event marks a significant moment for EJ, who began his college career at Stanford before transferring to Texas A&M.
During his time at Texas A&M, EJ Smith accumulated impressive statistics, including 412 rushing yards on 98 carries, four touchdowns, 12 catches, and 84 receiving yards. Throughout his college career, he recorded a total of 207 carries for 969 rushing yards and nine touchdowns. His journey has not been without challenges, as he faced a season-ending injury in 2022 while at Stanford.
Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer expressed his excitement about EJ’s performance, stating, “Very cool. You know me, man, I’m family. I’m all family. And you watch his film and he was an incredible short-yardage runner, powerful. But, yeah, just watching him move, seeing him in person, the type of young man he is, it’s cool.” Schottenheimer’s positive remarks reflect the hope surrounding EJ’s potential in the NFL.
David Shaw, EJ’s former coach at Stanford, also praised the young athlete, saying, “I think he’s a special young man, a special football player and was just really coming into his own.” Shaw emphasized the bright future he envisions for EJ, noting, “The future’s bright. This is something that needs to be taken care of now and I still expect him to be the special football player that we envision, that he envisions, sooner or later.”
As the NFL draft approaches later this April, EJ Smith’s performance in Dallas has certainly put him on the radar of scouts and teams alike. His lineage as the son of Emmitt Smith, who holds numerous NFL records, adds an extra layer of intrigue to his journey. Emmitt Smith himself won three Super Bowls during his illustrious career with the Cowboys, making EJ’s aspirations even more compelling.
With the support of his family and the encouragement from coaches, EJ Smith is poised to make a name for himself in the world of professional football. Observers are keen to see how his journey unfolds in the coming weeks as the draft approaches.
