American cornerback Jaylin Smith has spent his entire collegiate career with the USC Trojans and will be returning to the program for his senior year. Smith started his high school football career at Bishop Alemany High School where he played as a cornerback, wide receiver and running back. Smith was rated a four-star recruit by every major sports outlet and recorded 60 tackles, four tackles for a loss and two interceptions as a junior. He was ranked the Top 300 overall player in the 2021 recruiting class and picked USC over offers from Alabama, Arizona State, Clemson, Michigan, LSU, Oregon, Texas and several other top programs.
In his true freshman year with the Trojans, Smith saw action in 10 games at safety and on special times. The versatile defender from Palmdale finished the 2021 season with 11 tackles, two tackles for losses, one interception and a forced fumble. The following year as a sophomore, Smith tallied 37 tackles, and two pass breakups while appearing in 11 games. 2023 was a breakout campaign for the junior cornerback as recorded 75 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and one forced fumble while appearing in all 12 games on the year. In 2024, Smith will return as a veteran in the Trojan secondary to play his final year of college football before preparing himself for the 2025 NFL Draft.
Jaylin Smith 40-time
The cornerback from Palmdale, Jaylin Smith 40-time dash is recorded at 4.52 seconds according to draftscout.com. The 40-yard dash is used to measure the speed and acceleration of a player.
| Test Type | Test Result |
| 40-Yard Dash | 4.52 |
Jaylin Smith Physical Attributes
| Physical Attribute | Details |
| Age | November 5, 2000 (age 23) |
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
Jaylin Smith Height
Jaylin Smith stands tall at 5 ft 11 in which is equivalent to 1.80 metres.
Jaylin Smith Weight
Jaylin Smith is listed at a weight of 190 lb (86 kg). He has a compact build and is very good against the run.
Jaylin Smith Age
Jaylin Smith was born on November 5, 2000, in Palmdale, California, United States. As of July 2024, Smith is 23 years old.
FAQs on Jaylin Smith
A. Jaylin Smith attended Bishop Alemany High School in Los Angeles, California.
A. Jaylin Smith stands at a height of 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m).
A. Jaylin Smith plays as a cornerback.
A. Jaylin Smith is currently in his senior year with the USC Trojans.
A. Jaylin Smith 40-yard time stands at 4.52 seconds.
