Jaylin Smith

Drafted 97th overall in the 3rd round of the 2025 draft, Jaylin Smith arrived from USC. He's currently with HOU, in his 2nd season in the league.

Size

5'11", 190#

College

USC

Draft

Rd 3, 97th overall (2025)

Seasons

2025–2026

2026 ScoutIndex Rating · DEF

34.5

14th percentile among DEFs · limited sample

2 games

Splash plays×0.15-0.34

Pass rush×0.3-0.59

Ball skills×0.25-0.61

Run defense×0.2-0.71

Availability×0.1-1.27

Season	Tm	SI	G	Pass yds	Pass TD	Rush yds	Rush TD	Rec	Rec yds	Rec TD
2026	HOU	34.5	2
2025	HOU	32.6	3

Jaylin Smith has appeared in 5 regular-season games across 2 NFL seasons on file, all with HOU.

regular season

Wk	Opp	Line	Score
Week 1	BUF	—	41.2
Week 2	CIN	—	40.6

What position does Jaylin Smith play?: Jaylin Smith is listed as a CB.
Which teams has Jaylin Smith played for?: In the seasons on file (1999 onward), Jaylin Smith has played for HOU (2025–2026).
Where did Jaylin Smith go to college?: Jaylin Smith played college football at USC.
When was Jaylin Smith drafted?: Jaylin Smith was selected in round 3, 97th overall, of the 2025 NFL Draft.
How many touchdowns has Jaylin Smith scored?: Jaylin Smith has no rushing, receiving or passing touchdowns in the regular-season games on file.
What is Jaylin Smith's ScoutIndex Rating?: Jaylin Smith rated 34.5 for 2026, the 14th percentile among DEFs (provisional or limited sample). Ratings run 0–99; about 60 is a league-average qualified starter.

Top teammates, last season on file

Drafted in round 3, 2025

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