"Genesis Smith stands out to me because his game feels controlled. He's usually lined up right, he sees plays developing, and he doesn't panic when things speed up. Arizona trusted him in multiple roles, and I saw that trust from the coaches when I watched some of his Big 12 games. Watching Smith feels quiet in the best way. He keeps plays in front of him, takes clean angles, and doesn't chase something that isn't there."
"I'm not chasing star power here, I'm looking for players who could help the defense and make it easier to watch that side of the ball play. The defense needs players who understand where they're supposed to be and don't turn one breakdown into a long touchdown. How many times did we see that last season? Arizona has two prospects who fit that description in Genesis Smith and Treydan Stukes."
The draft offers a chance to find under-the-radar players who can make tangible defensive improvements. The Dallas Cowboys secondary has recurrent issues caused by miscommunication, late reactions, and overplaying assignments, which have led to explosive opponent plays. Arizona brings two safeties who address those weaknesses: Genesis Smith provides controlled, positionally sound play, clean angles, and consistent situational awareness that limits big plays. Treydan Stukes supplies confidence, physicality, ball skills, and positional versatility, able to play safety, move into the box, and provide value in nickel alignments. Both prospects align with needs for steadiness and adaptable backend play.
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