Recruiting Trail: E.J. Smith - Dallas Jesuit Running Back - Interview

E.J. Smith announced his commitment to Stanford on National Signing Day in December 2019, adding another chapter to his family's football legacy. The running back from Dallas Jesuit is the son of Emmitt Smith, the NFL's all-time leading rusher who starred at the University of Florida before his Hall of Fame career with the Dallas Cowboys.

While comparisons to his father are inevitable, E.J. has focused on forging his own path in football. The 5-foot-11 running back chose Stanford for both its football program and academic opportunities, planning for success both on the field and beyond. In this interview, Smith discusses his recruitment and his vision for the future.