1,000-Yard RB with NFL Speed, Bypassing Senior Year for 2014 Draft
Jerome Smith, a 6-0 Syracuse Orange RB, is a differentiator who rushed for 1,171 yards (5th all-time single-season at Syracuse) in 2013 and 840 yards with 11 TDs in 2012, proving elite consistency and TD-intensity. His 4.84-second 40-yard time (ranked 30th of 33 RBs at the NFL Combine) showcases rare speed for his size, while his decision to bypass his senior season for the 2014 NFL Draft reflects bold confidence and pro readiness. Though he saw scant time in 2011 due to limited opportunities, his 2,219 career yards across 40 games and member-of-the-1,000-yard-club status confirm durability and high-level performance. Smith’s personality is marked by intensity and leadership—evident in his post-football coaching role at Robert Morris and Morgan State. For your team, he’s a perfect fit: a fast, TD-driven RB with proven production, NFL-caliber speed, and the mental toughness to elevate any offense. You should care because he’s not just a stat leader—he’s a game-changer who turns yards into points and brings pro-level intensity to every play.
