'I could contribute with my skill set for sure' – RB Brashard Smith on how he can make an impact in Chiefs' offense as a rookie
Despite being a seventh-round pick, a lot of eyes will be on rookie running back Brashard Smith during offseason activities. That's because the Chiefs have a huge need at the RB position beyond the 2025 as starter Isiah Pacheco is entering the final year of his contract, and backups Kareem Hunt and Elijah Mitchell are […]
Despite being a seventh-round pick, a lot of eyes will be on rookie running back Brashard Smith during offseason activities.
That's because the Chiefs have a huge need at the RB position beyond the 2025 as starter Isiah Pacheco is entering the final year of his contract, and backups Kareem Hunt and Elijah Mitchell are signed to just one-year deals.
Smith also brings an intriguing skill set to the table that should fit well in coach Andy Reid's offense. Originally beginning his collegiate career as a wide receiver with the Miami Hurricanes, Smith transferred to SMU as a senior and switched to RB.
While speaking to the media during rookie minicamp on Sunday, Smith said he believes his well-rounded abilities as a rusher and receiver will give him an edge.
"I feel like with the position I play, there's not a lot of running backs that have receiver skills and running back skills, so I feel like coming in I could contribute with my skill set, for sure," Smith said.
Smith also believes that being in two drastically different offensive systems from Miami to SMU will play to his benefit.
"Going into college, I got recruited for slot receiver," Smith said. "Being in different systems and being in different offenses, I was moving around a lot, so I played running back and slot receiver a lot. It was a great experience. I feel like we at Miami, it was more just pound the ball more. And when I went over to SMU, it was more spread. So I feel like it was a great experience for me."
Another role that Smith could play that he didn't touch on is as a kick returner. Making a difference on special teams always gives young players a tremendous boost in making the roster. If Smith can translate his skills to the NFL, he could make significant contributions as a rookie.
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