Walter Payton once said, "Never die easy. Why run out of bounds and die easy? Make that linebacker pay. It carries into all facets of your life. It's okay to lose, to die, but don't die without trying, without giving it your best". Tyvis Smith, the Panthers standout senior running back is the embodiment of this quote, punishing defenders on a regular basis with his physical style of play. Smith, who burst on to the scene in 2015 as one of the conference's best backs, had the luxury of learning from a true pro his first three years at UNI.
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Spring Football: Smith Looks To Be A Double Threat In 2016
