C.J. Smith is an undersized-but-active Chattanooga DT with early 2026 impact
C.J. Smith, a junior defensive tackle for Chattanooga, has already shown early 2026 production with 1 solo tackle and 1 sack, while carrying a lean 6-foot-1, 243-pound frame that suggests more quickness than pure bulk. The key draw is his disruptive style: he’s young for the position, active at the line, and has been moving from 255 pounds in 2025 to 243 in 2026, which can hint at improved burst. If your team wants a high-motor interior lineman who can penetrate rather than just eat blocks, he’s worth a close look.
