He picked the best educational institution of the ones in front of him and a good football school. I think Dad is prepping him for his life moving forward not just for football.
@Carson Douglas 😂😂😂 players who go to Stanford need to be accepted academically before they can get an athletic scholarship. You can do a little research and find this out. Also, this athlete is going to do more to benefit Stanford than you ever could. Enjoy your local college though 😂
Exactly! That's how it should be. Which was why I didn't name my son Christopher Jr four years ago. He needs to have his own life and make a name for himself.
@ShrekLiveActionMovie420 his dad's money and connections are the real plus. rich ppl go to avg schools all the time and do well based on network alone. that said if he felt stanford was the best fit, then congrats to him.
Are you 'serious'..... Of course his Dad KNEW where he has going before the 'surprise'... He spoke of the coaches and everything, you gotta remember Emmitt has been through a LOT of 'moments' he just ain't phased like a bunch of 1st time in tha spotlight parents from 'bama or some 'hood. The dude was on Dancing 💃 with the Stars😂....nah Fr he seemed at bit bored more than anything, dude has seen it all.....but if you think, E.J. pull a curve ball you trippin
@Moe Moe Emmit obviously knew. Nobody is gonna disrespect their hall of fame dad like that by not telling him especially if he wasn't gonna pick Florida. They obviously talked about it.
Emmitt has always been one of my favorite RBs of all time but this speech takes me to another level of respect for this guy, good luck to his son and his family..much respect!
@@markschlingloff5155 2012-2015. He didn't really see too much action and transferred to Oklahoma State as a grad transfer. Didn't see much action there either
I agree. I think that he has so much upside that Stanford can help him make the most of. It is definitely a smart choice. This young man can make it big on the football field AND in academics. Like Bryce Love, he might choose to pursue a career as a medical doctor AND a football player. I can't wait to watch him play here in Palo Alto!
@@SKULFRAKproDukshunz there was a mother who left the table when her son chose Florida over Alabama. She had Alabama gear on & everything. Kind of sad moment tbh.
@@raiderscat 90% sure the reason she wanted him to go to Alabama was to get out of Florida since he was involved with gangs their prior but he chose Florida anyway and thats what made her upset becasue he said he was going to get out of the neighborhood/gang lifestyle
I knew from 5th-grade Recess you were going to be great. I love you and am so proud of you. I will be coming to see you play in Calli!!!!!! I promise!!!!!!
@Jason Vyzer. If he at least goes through his Junior year, I’d say you win just based off of how many NFL players DON’T go 4 years of college before the Draft. But if he’s lucky enough to get drafted into the NFL before he does graduate, there is very little doubt in my mind, based off of this clip, that E.J. Smith won’t take the Larry Fitzgerald route and somehow complete his college education while also playing in the NFL.
@Cool Breeze Thought he was a football player as well. Of course there are better ivy league schools, but can you name one higher ranked in academics and overall sports programs..not many. All irrelevant now, good luck EJ Smith, your future is bright.
More parents need to take notes from Emmitt Smith, DO NOT TRY TO LIVE YOUR DREAMS THROUGH YOUR CHILDREN, they have to be accountable to themselves and their future. As a pop Warner coach, head high school coach & a defensive coordinator on the college level, I've seen it too many times parents end up ruining the child's career because they want to seek validation and approval from others & they use their children to do so & it's to sad.
Emmitt was my favorite running back, and I also like Emmitt the person and father. I like how he approaches father hood! Congratulations to his son as well!
Emmitt is still adorable and humble, and has always been well spoken. Had a HUGE crush on this man when he played with the Boys. He looks so tremendously proud of his son in this moment.
It's so nice to see a well brought up proper young man his father did a great job!mother also played important role in his life just wow may God keep blessing this people just wow ""
Congratulations to the Smith family! What an awesome moment and I know that Emmitt Sr and his wife are extremely proud. Stanford University is an excellent school and a strong football tradition.
I love him for saying that that's 100 keep playing his son make his own footsteps and if he don't make the NFL he still going to have a career and you still going to have his daddy money what a blessing
Wow so very proud for this Young man Lovjng the love his family is ... wow I want too meet this awesome family .. great player , great man , gave joy ... okss as y wow what a Father for this family Man to show what a true man is !!! Choose your own destiny ... one of the hardest job to do I s Let Go Let One Be There One !!! A True Father and Awesome Mother 🌹🌹🌹🌹
Emmitt-Class act as a player, and obviously a class act as a parent. Big props to mom as well of course. They clearly drove home the importance of education first!
Welcome to the Farm, E.J.! Not only will you receive a top education while playing a game that you love on one of the most beautiful campuses in the world, but you'll be surrounded by students, faculty and alumni who will support you 100%! God bless you on the next chapter of your life!
Congrats to E.J. and congrats to Emmitt Sr. too. I have no doubt that he will do very well at Stanford and hope his potential excellent expectations on the field are only surpassed by his even greater results in the classroom too.
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He picked the best educational institution of the ones in front of him and a good football school. I think Dad is prepping him for his life moving forward not just for football.
Beautifully said my guy!
Facts❗
Wow no parent trying to tell him where he should go and throwing a fit? Nice
Jill Sandwhich big facts. That’s awesome!
Hate when parents make it all about themselves. This was good
Remember fathers know best.
Why he never asked the mom a question?
@@ferdinandcarson4659 The real question where is his real moms, I dont think Martin ex is his real mom, but you're right.
This kid must be very smart. Stanford doesn't take just anyone.
@Carson Douglas why are you so pressed?🤣
@Carson Douglas say that again but without crying
@Carson Douglas 😂😂😂 players who go to Stanford need to be accepted academically before they can get an athletic scholarship. You can do a little research and find this out. Also, this athlete is going to do more to benefit Stanford than you ever could. Enjoy your local college though 😂
Selecting Stanford is a no brainer.
It's a big brainer, because you will run into people that run the world kids and make life long connections you will need in the future
@@deynna45 yea thats why the choice is a no brainer
@@rosezhao4577 You just taught him a new colloquialism 😂😂😂😂😂
@@racentour5172 and you just taught me a new word. Thank you
@@rosezhao4577 lo
Emmitt winning in life.
Facts.
@el habahi 80 well there is that too
Yea she is Thick tho
Waste of Tax payer money. The State of California should be giving Scholarships to actual students instead of wanabe athletes.
Naw
“He’s starting his own legacy” - he was the most proud of that
Exactly! That's how it should be. Which was why I didn't name my son Christopher Jr four years ago. He needs to have his own life and make a name for himself.
Not like dudes don't get drafted from Stanford, he'll be fine. Good for him to prioritize that education too. Beautiful family!
Scoob T he’s a receiver you knucklehead
StevelyBruckShut Andrew Luck,Run CMC(Christian McCaffrey) are just some examples.
@ShrekLiveActionMovie420 his dad's money and connections are the real plus. rich ppl go to avg schools all the time and do well based on network alone. that said if he felt stanford was the best fit, then congrats to him.
StevelyBruckShut Florida is a top ten university in education kid, he just didn’t want to compete against elite sec defenses.
@@Freshy_Jones florida is a fine school im sure but it most certainly is not a top 10 school academically
I like the values emmit is instilling in his boy
You can tell Senior was surprised but his kid is smart enough to look 20 years ahead.
Are you 'serious'.....
Of course his Dad KNEW where he has going before the 'surprise'...
He spoke of the coaches and everything, you gotta remember Emmitt has been through a LOT of 'moments' he just ain't phased like a bunch of 1st time in tha spotlight parents from 'bama or some 'hood.
The dude was on Dancing 💃 with the Stars😂....nah Fr he seemed at bit bored more than anything, dude has seen it all.....but if you think, E.J. pull a curve ball you trippin
Gemini Eric you ain’t ever been out of your moms basement before bro, chill.
Yes!!!!!!!!
Dad Knew
@Moe Moe Emmit obviously knew. Nobody is gonna disrespect their hall of fame dad like that by not telling him especially if he wasn't gonna pick Florida. They obviously talked about it.
I know this was a proud moment for Emmit Smith and his family.
So proud for the Smith family.....great choice and great parents and great son!
Emmitt has always been one of my favorite RBs of all time but this speech takes me to another level of respect for this guy, good luck to his son and his family..much respect!
Great running back, even better father. I hope to be that way with my son
Hearing Emmitt speak takes me back to the 90’s. The man has always been well spoken.
Yes indeed I could've listened to him all day.
Agreed.
He's a professional what u think he can't speak? And before u reply this is never said about a white athlete or politician or entertainer
Good for him. I wish him well at Stanford.
Barry Sanders jr played at Sanford
@@garyjohnson7626 really, when?
@@markschlingloff5155 2012-2015. He didn't really see too much action and transferred to Oklahoma State as a grad transfer. Didn't see much action there either
Congrats!
@@tylerthompson8186 ok thanks. I didn't know that.
"I KNOW HE IS HUMBLE, I KNOW HE IS HUNGRY, AND I KNOW HE HAS SO MUCH UPSIDE!" HE SAID THAT WITH CONVICTION.
I agree. I think that he has so much upside that Stanford can help him make the most of. It is definitely a smart choice. This young man can make it big on the football field AND in academics. Like Bryce Love, he might choose to pursue a career as a medical doctor AND a football player. I can't wait to watch him play here in Palo Alto!
Donald Chesser He sure did!
I love how Emmit didnt walk out when his son didn't chose to go to Florida
Who did that before? Just asking as a new young fan ...
@@SKULFRAKproDukshunz there was a mother who left the table when her son chose Florida over Alabama. She had Alabama gear on & everything. Kind of sad moment tbh.
@@raiderscat probably more about that money than loyalty to a school.
@@raiderscat 90% sure the reason she wanted him to go to Alabama was to get out of Florida since he was involved with gangs their prior but he chose Florida anyway and thats what made her upset becasue he said he was going to get out of the neighborhood/gang lifestyle
Only black mothers walk out on their son when they get mad. You know because it's all about them.
"It is HIS journey and not MY journey."
Very well said Emmitt
And that's just another reason I love Emmitt Smith.
I knew from 5th-grade Recess you were going to be great. I love you and am so proud of you. I will be coming to see you play in Calli!!!!!! I promise!!!!!!
The mom is beautiful
That's Martin's EX wife
Thats money
@@Jebro439 Lawrence?
She bad 😍
@@alcapone9579 Who? Lawrence
Good on Emmit and his family. He's always been a stand up guy. 👍🏻👍🏻
Choosing Stanford is the choice I would go with too.
Chase Richter me too! What an opportunity.
A beautiful family. The son, the mother and father. Many blessings
It's in his DNA. Just stay out the spotlight Smith no worrys it will come with time,patience.
100% guarantee he graduates before he declares for the draft.
@B Smoove Yah, I know. I'm being optimistic, but he'll graduate for sure.
A few of them actually do that
@Jason Vyzer. If he at least goes through his Junior year, I’d say you win just based off of how many NFL players DON’T go 4 years of college before the Draft. But if he’s lucky enough to get drafted into the NFL before he does graduate, there is very little doubt in my mind, based off of this clip, that E.J. Smith won’t take the Larry Fitzgerald route and somehow complete his college education while also playing in the NFL.
I would pick Stanford all day, everyday. Best school in the WORLD.
That was beautiful!!!!! Much respect to the Smith Family!!!!
Emmitt has a beautiful family. Plus his son must be smart to get into Stanford
I would send my kid to stanford over florida every day of the week
Wurstbrot One Fl is great as well Buddy
Agreed. Stanford University is very strong in academics.
Um..UF is 7th in the nation for academics and has a relevant football program.
@Cool Breeze Thought he was a football player as well. Of course there are better ivy league schools, but can you name one higher ranked in academics and overall sports programs..not many. All irrelevant now, good luck EJ Smith, your future is bright.
@@Saviiq Mentioning Stanford and Florida in the same breath in terms of prestige is beyond insane.
I remember when E Smith was making his decision to go to Florida. Congrats to Jr!
Roy Sears hope life has been kind to you
Wow you remember that? You’re a big time football fan 🏈
Joe Yo classy bro. Respect to you.
He shoulda went to Nebraska but chose Florida 😔
@@joeyo9846 yes it has! I'm very blessed
Looks like Jr. loves his Mama. Congrats to this young man. Free education is awesome. Strong Family. What an awesome example.
God speed young e.j. I hope you create a legacy that surpasses your great father. Congratulations from outside Houston, to the smith family.
Congratulations! Very hardworking and determinant family. He deserves all the best Stanford academics and athletics have to offer.
More parents need to take notes from Emmitt Smith, DO NOT TRY TO LIVE YOUR DREAMS THROUGH YOUR CHILDREN, they have to be accountable to themselves and their future. As a pop Warner coach, head high school coach & a defensive coordinator on the college level, I've seen it too many times parents end up ruining the child's career because they want to seek validation and approval from others & they use their children to do so & it's to sad.
God bless this young man im 39 i grow up watching smith its crazy his son is playing good luck in the future
I love this! It's his journey, just support your children and watch them flourish.
So awesome to see some amazing and well grounded parents and people in the news, especially with everything else going on....
Emmitt was my favorite running back, and I also like Emmitt the person and father. I like how he approaches father hood! Congratulations to his son as well!
Beautiful yo with all the hits emmit seems to be way on point gob bless him and his beautiful family
So touching to see his mom being so moved by his decision. You did a great job, mom!
Emmitt is still adorable and humble, and has always been well spoken. Had a HUGE crush on this man when he played with the Boys. He looks so tremendously proud of his son in this moment.
Congratulations! Nothing better than seeing kids achieve their goals.
It's so nice to see a well brought up proper young man his father did a great job!mother also played important role in his life just wow may God keep blessing this people just wow ""
Love it ..what a family
Beautiful family Mr. Emmit Smith.
Congrats to you youngman.
so touching for an excellent video
Great mom and dad. Outstanding.
Thats whats being raised by great parents will get ya nothing but happiness for that family 😊
Outstanding! Great parenting beautiful family!! Good luck Ej
Wow Mr.Smith best I’ve ever heard it!!! Much respect ✊🏻
Emmitt looking healthy, beautiful family, son going to a great school, life's good for #22!
Good man right there. What a good family
Man as a family they knocked this out the park. Respect Emmitt. What a humble young man you raised, and smart too. Can’t go wrong with Stanford
Emmitt Smith and his Wife, Such a Classy Family! May God Bless EJ in his Journey, Stay Humble and Hungry Young Man, You are going Places!
Congratulations to the Smith family! What an awesome moment and I know that Emmitt Sr and his wife are extremely proud. Stanford University is an excellent school and a strong football tradition.
Weare only human .you know emmit would of loved for his don to go to Florida ...but he did awesome showin love for his sons decision! Great job dad!
Great kid and great family.
This was a good move to go to Stanford they run the ball well and they have a great coach!! I believe Sanders jr is there as well
He was. He graduated and transferred to OK St for his 5th year of eligibility. Not sure if he was drafted or not.
WORKBIRDY GAMING yeah the problem is is Emmitt Smith son is going out for being a wide receiver not a running back.
@@TheSSUltimateGoku thanks for the information I didn't know that!! Wr not good at Stanford they run alot!! Dang he really is different from pops
Smart kid. Great parents.
Happy for them all. 😎
I love him for saying that that's 100 keep playing his son make his own footsteps and if he don't make the NFL he still going to have a career and you still going to have his daddy money what a blessing
This is great congratulations young man I like the part about the academics program good choice.
Wow so very proud for this Young man Lovjng the love his family is ... wow I want too meet this awesome family .. great player , great man , gave joy ... okss as y wow what a Father for this family Man to show what a true man is !!! Choose your own destiny ... one of the hardest job to do I s Let Go Let One Be There One !!! A True Father and Awesome Mother 🌹🌹🌹🌹
I hated the cowboys growing up, but great vid you can see the pride and happiness on his mom and dad’s face. Congratulations smith family 👍
Bless this young man!
Congratulations YALL. Stanford was definitely the move. He wins athletically and academically going to Standford. Wow!! Congratulations again
Congratulations 22 and family 🌟
I’ve always liked Emmitt Smith. Class act!
Education is most important. His family must be proud.
Emmitt-Class act as a player, and obviously a class act as a parent. Big props to mom as well of course. They clearly drove home the importance of education first!
May god bless this young man.He has a bright future ahead of him.
This kids smart he went to the school with the better education so he can have something to fall back on
UF is ranked 7th in the nation for education
@@robertbrooks5971
Ranked 7th among PUBLIC universities.
@B Smoove Okay Mr.Graduate
B Smoove it’s obvious he will ahah harder to get into for a reason
THAT IS A Real Family . Best Wishes Jr. Be Greater 👍💕👏👏
God bless and congrats EJ
Make your dad proud but create your own legacy
Congrats E.J. like you said you work hard you will achieve your goals 👍🎄
Welcome to the Farm, E.J.! Not only will you receive a top education while playing a game that you love on one of the most beautiful campuses in the world, but you'll be surrounded by students, faculty and alumni who will support you 100%! God bless you on the next chapter of your life!
Proud parents indeed
Congrats young brother
What emmit said was awesome and dope
Legend has it Marcus Dumervil is still giving his speech.
Congrats to Emmitt and family
Going to get that education! Smart dude! Still can go pro! Emmitt Smith is a great dad!
Go pop and momma! Proud of the young man.
Beautiful family
Congratulations young man...
Class guy always very rare in NFL
Emmett... good job champ!🏈🏆🏅🏆
Miss Emmit on our Team, but his Legacy will live forever and ever. Lol at him putting on the Gator cap.
Walter Payton the goat 🐐
Good family he will go far.
Yup, you know Emmitt raised a smart kid. Must of been tough to turn down those other power houses, Congrats I look forward to seeing his development
Congrats to E.J. and congrats to Emmitt Sr. too. I have no doubt that he will do very well at Stanford and hope his potential excellent expectations on the field are only surpassed by his even greater results in the classroom too.
Well said 👍🏼
Beautiful moment!
Congrats to both....
Wonderful congratulations
That's Awesomeness
Good move 👌🏾
Emmit pure super star off and on the field!!
Well said..👍
Beautiful! Beautiful family!!
Emmitt is old school.
G-d Bless! The Family