Tyrese Smith brings dual-threat juice to Portland State’s QB room
In the 2025 season, Tyrese Smith flashed as a runner for Portland State, finishing with 405 rushing yards and 6 rushing touchdowns, while also providing limited passing production in a crowded quarterback rotation.[4][7][12] At 6-foot-2, 225 pounds, he has the build to absorb contact and the kind of mobility that can stress defenses, which is exactly why evaluators still see upside even after a rough team-wide opener against BYU in 2025.[1][11] The big question is whether he can turn that athletic profile into more consistent passing efficiency; if your team wants a tough, physical QB who can create with his legs, he’s intriguing.[5][9][12]
