Falcons add RB Ito Smith to already loaded backfield

The Atlanta Falcons have selected running back Ito Smith out of Southern Mississippi with the 126th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft.

Smith joins a backfield that already boasts one of the best tandems in the league in Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman, though the latter is entering a contract season.

Ito Smith Bio

Position: RB
School: Southern Mississippi
College Experience: Senior
Height: 5-9
Weight: 195 lbs

What the analysts are saying

• "For all of his production on the ground, Smith lacks the explosive qualities of a slasher. Smith's lack of size and burst could hinder his chances as a running back, but his talents as a pass-catcher could keep him alive in a camp." - Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
• "At worst, Smith is a change-of-pace back in the NFL with the grit and all-purpose skills to handle a heavier workload if needed." - Rob Rang, NFLDraftScout.com

Athletic testing (pro day)