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Texans Hosting Pre-Draft Workout for Cowboys Legend's Son
EJ Smith, son of Emmitt Smith, to work out for Houston Texans ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:11pm
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The Houston Texans are set to host a pre-draft workout for Texas A&M running back EJ Smith, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer and Dallas Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith. Smith will work out for the Texans in the coming weeks as the team looks to bolster its backfield ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Why it matters
The Texans are looking to add depth to their running back room after trading away veteran Nick Chubb. Bringing in EJ Smith, who has NFL bloodlines as the son of a Cowboys great, could provide the team with a late-round or undrafted free agent option to develop behind newly acquired David Montgomery.
The details
EJ Smith, a 5'11", 211-pound running back, has spent the last two seasons at Texas A&M, where he totaled 44 carries for 205 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2025. While not a top prospect, Smith's pre-draft workout with the Texans signals the team's interest in adding him to the roster, either through a late-round pick or as a priority undrafted free agent signing.
- EJ Smith says he will work out for the Texans in the next two weeks.
- Smith also has a workout scheduled with the Dallas Cowboys in the next week.
The players
EJ Smith
A running back at Texas A&M and the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer and Dallas Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith.
Emmitt Smith
A Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the greatest running backs in Dallas Cowboys history.
Nick Chubb
A veteran running back who played for the Texans in 2025 but will not be returning in 2026.
David Montgomery
A running back acquired by the Texans in a trade this offseason to be a key part of their backfield.
What they’re saying
“Texas A&M RB EJ Smith said he has a workout with the Cowboys next week and the #Texans in two weeks.”
— Sam Warren, Reporter
What’s next
The Texans will host EJ Smith for a pre-draft workout in the next two weeks as they evaluate him as a potential late-round or undrafted free agent addition to their backfield.
The takeaway
The Texans are leaving no stone unturned as they look to add depth and talent to their running back room, even bringing in the son of a Cowboys legend for a closer look ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
