E.J. Smith, son of NFL legend Emmitt Smith, signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent. He aims to carve out his own path in the league.
E.J. played college football at Stanford and Texas A&M. He accumulated 969 rushing yards and nine touchdowns during his six seasons in college football, spanning 48 games.
Throughout his college career, E.J. was mostly used as a rotational back. In the 2023 season at Stanford, he had 53 carries, showing potential for growth.
His father, Emmitt Smith, holds the record as the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. This legacy looms large as E.J. begins his professional journey.
DeMarco Murray coaches running backs for the Chiefs. He broke Emmitt Smith’s single-season rushing record in 2014 and now has a chance to mentor E.J.
E.J. expressed excitement about joining the Chiefs: “Excited to officially sign with the Kansas City Chiefs as a free agent.” He acknowledges that his journey hasn’t been easy.
He stated, “The journey hasn’t been easy, but every challenge prepared me for this next step.” Grateful for this opportunity, he added, “Grateful is an understatement. All glory to God for this opportunity.”
Interestingly, E.J. did not sign with the Dallas Cowboys—the team where his father spent most of his career—indicating a desire to establish his own identity.
The decision to join Kansas City reflects a strategic choice by E.J., looking to thrive under Murray’s guidance and make a name for himself.
This signing marks a significant moment in both E.J.’s life and the ongoing narrative of the Emmitt Smith legacy in the NFL.
