AJ Smith is a steady Howard DB with early-2026 active reps and ball-ready instincts
In the 2026 season, Howard defensive back AJ Smith has been active early, logging 2 total tackles through the first two games, while his 2025 season showed 5 tackles and 3 passes defended across limited action. He looks like a classic glue-piece DB: 6-foot-1, 175 pounds, physical enough to tackle, long enough to disrupt throws, and experienced enough to fit into a secondary rotation without needing the spotlight. The appeal is not flashy production but reliable, role-friendly coverage with upside if his snap count climbs.
