12 Genesis Smith
Posted: Mon Aug 19, 2024 6:16 am
Smith is a 6-2, 203, Sophomore defensive back from Chandler, AZ. He played in every game last year with 24 tackles and 1 interception against Oklahoma. Coach Akina is very clear that he has 6 starting defensive backs for 5 spots. In an experienced and talented group Smith is the youngest, most athletic, the player with the most upside, and also probably the first guy off the bench for the defensive backfield.
Arizona attempted just 12 kick returns last season. That would have been dead last in the Big12.
