D.J. Smith Returns to App State as Defensive Coordinator

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BOONE, N.C. — App State alum D.J. Smith, a championship-winning player and coach during his previous tenures on the mountain, has been tabbed as the program's next defensive coordinator by new head coach Dowell Loggains.

One of the best linebackers in school history who also played four years in the NFL, Smith has spent the past five seasons on Eliah Drinkwitz's Missouri staff, including the last three as co-defensive coordinator and recruiting coordinator.

"We are very excited to welcome D.J. and his family back to Boone," Loggains said. "D.J. has played, coached and recruited for elite defenses at the highest levels of football. As an App State alum, he understands the…