a bruising, all-purpose Louisiana Tech back with proven production
In the 2002 season, Joe Smith was Louisiana Tech’s offensive engine, rushing for 1,216 yards and 16 touchdowns while adding 47 catches for 352 yards, the kind of workload that screams dependable and versatile. He also logged six 100-yard rushing games and finished first-team All-WAC, a strong signal that he could carry an offense when defenses knew he was coming. His differentiator is balance: downhill power, receiving ability, and a knack for big plays. If you want a physical, high-upside, do-it-all back, he absolutely fits the bill.
