Jaylin Smith is ready to roll with his other Houston Trojans (or USC Texans, whichever you prefer)
Matt Zemek
 | Trojans Wire
The Houston Texans and new NFL draft pick Jaylin Smith have wasted no time getting down to business. Texans Wire reports on the Texans’ ability to quickly finalize a rookie deal with the USC star:
“According to KPRC 2 Sports’ Aaron Wilson, the Texans have agreed to terms on a four-year, $6.16 million slotted deal with USC rookie cornerback Jaylin Smith. The third-round pick will also receive a $1.12 million signing bonus.
“Drafted 97th overall following a breakout season under new defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn in California, Smith is a do-it-all defensive back with potential to become of the better backups in any secondary. A former teammate of fellow third-round USC defensive back Calen Bullock (2024), Smith started 32 games for the Trojans over his final three seasons, including 21 at nickel, 10 games at outside corner and once at safety.
“He intercepted two passes last season and totaled 58 tackles. He also posted an 82.6 defensive grade from Pro Football Focus was the second-best mark on the Trojans behind only linebacker Eric Gentry.”
The Houston Trojans are ready to roll in 2025. Jaylin Smith, Calen Bullock, and Woody Marks are all part of the new roster with the Texans.