SI.com · Jul 5, 2022
David Shaw Makes Big Prediction for Emmitt Smith’s Son, E.J.
Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith is widely regarded as one of the best ballcarriers to ever play the game.
Based on recent comments from Stanford coach David Shaw, Smith’s son is well on his way toward greatness as well.
E.J. Smith, a current running back at Stanford, has played sparingly in his first two seasons with the Cardinal, but Shaw seems confident that in the next few years, the 6'0", 213-pound junior will be among the best ballcarriers in college football. In a recent appearance on Pro Football Focus’s Twitter Spaces, the Cardinal coach called Smith the “total package.”
“Over the next two years, he’ll be one of the best backs in America,” Shaw added.