Emmitt Smith proud of his son for forging his own path with Stanford | National Signing Day

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  • Опубликовано: 17 дек 2019
  • Emmitt Smith's son E.J. commits to Stanford on National Signing Day and explains his decision to join the Cardinal. Emmitt reacts to his son's decision to pick Stanford over his alma mater of Florida.
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  • @craig9605
    @craig9605 4 года назад +849

    He’ll get a world-class education, congrats to this young man

    • @loganmurphy8265
      @loganmurphy8265 4 года назад +15

      Peter Wood wether he got an academic scholarship or not doesnt mean he wont get a first class education

    • @fredhall4733
      @fredhall4733 4 года назад

      They arent beating Oregon, that's all I know

    • @urajeenus
      @urajeenus 4 года назад

      Peter Wood honestly we don't need more recievers. It's about to be stacked as is.

    • @rubiconklbrutorowman7577
      @rubiconklbrutorowman7577 4 года назад +2

      What about enjoying one of kind Silicon Valley environment?

    • @rubiconklbrutorowman7577
      @rubiconklbrutorowman7577 4 года назад +2

      NO doubt he will get FULL scholarship plus means very good money n NFL draft is good, if not very good, course he has to show

  • @briandawkins1908
    @briandawkins1908 4 года назад +882

    Smart kid. He’s not just thinking about NFL, he knows if he doesn’t make it, that Stanford degree will take him far.

    • @SuperLooneyrooney
      @SuperLooneyrooney 4 года назад +42

      That is so old fashion to think that a Stanford degree with take you far. These kids will be successful no matter where they go to school.

    • @briandawkins1908
      @briandawkins1908 4 года назад +77

      Sam Iam it’s not old fashioned at all. School rankings makes a significant difference to employers. I’m not saying each school does not have something to offer, but going to an ivy school has its perks. Yes, you can still be successful going to another school, but the Stanford name will take your further and that’s the truth whether you like it or not.

    • @SchmutzChiropractic1
      @SchmutzChiropractic1 4 года назад +1

      financial colapse eminent who cares?

    • @imhereforya5515
      @imhereforya5515 4 года назад +1

      Pretty smart to not know which contract he is signing

    • @husam9443
      @husam9443 4 года назад +1

      @@SuperLooneyrooney it helps

  • @arandomchicken2824
    @arandomchicken2824 4 года назад +634

    this is what cfb is about not parents walking out on their own kids very respectful 💯

    • @nicholasdubendorf6824
      @nicholasdubendorf6824 4 года назад +6

      DUCKS GANG Oregon’s going to be fucking fire next year after the Justin Flowe signing!

    • @naveygill1793
      @naveygill1793 4 года назад +2

      Commas is a very powerful tool.

    • @npierce14
      @npierce14 4 года назад +1

      What parent walked out?

    • @Chironex_Fleckeri
      @Chironex_Fleckeri 4 года назад +3

      Apparently Oregon isn't renowned for their English department... Christ on a Bike.

    • @arandomchicken2824
      @arandomchicken2824 4 года назад +2

      @@naveygill1793 you gotta be that 1 student everyone hates just because I made a tiny mistake you are making it sound like a big deal 💀

  • @drknockers813
    @drknockers813 4 года назад +341

    I wish all parents raised they kids like this it starts from home!!!

    • @feliciaross1601
      @feliciaross1601 4 года назад +1

      Yesssss

    • @BuffaloSabresFan
      @BuffaloSabresFan 4 года назад +5

      “ they kids”

    • @drknockers813
      @drknockers813 4 года назад +3

      @@BuffaloSabresFan they sure are they are a reflection of there parents and you see that here

    • @drknockers813
      @drknockers813 4 года назад +14

      @Christian Hernandez it aint about money its about values and what your parents instill in you im not talking about how much money they got

    • @Igaveyoumyfakename
      @Igaveyoumyfakename 4 года назад +5

      @@drknockers813 If it's not about money, why are the jails filled with poor people of color instead of rich kids with Ivy League School educations? If it's not about money, why do rich people who can afford to hire the BEST and most EXPENSIVE lawyers manage to get away with crimes that you and I would NEVER get away with? (See Felicity Huffman, Oj Simpson, and Donald Trump.)

  • @tfox6919
    @tfox6919 4 года назад +93

    Emmitt was definitely tearing up. He was giving his wife that look like... We did it. We raised a good one.

  • @brandonballay6952
    @brandonballay6952 4 года назад +498

    Good for him choosing Stanford over the other schools. He'll strive academically there. Even if football isnt in his future he'll sure as he'll be good at whatever trade he decides to study for

    • @victorcanavra5688
      @victorcanavra5688 4 года назад +7

      I mean Florida is a top 7 public institution so not a huge difference

    • @neeruuppalapati993
      @neeruuppalapati993 4 года назад +26

      Victor Canavra top 7 public not comparable to Stanford

    • @brandonballay6952
      @brandonballay6952 4 года назад +1

      @Zayne simard moore I couldnt agree more. This year was unfortunate for yall, but I dont have any doubt that Stanford will bounce back and give the pac 12 a run for its money. I'm an oregon fan, and were kinda screwed till we find our next qb lol

    • @urajeenus
      @urajeenus 4 года назад

      Victor Canavra nah chief that's not it.

    • @Igaveyoumyfakename
      @Igaveyoumyfakename 4 года назад +2

      He'll strive academically there? LOL. Based on that sentence, I'm guessing YOU didn't go to Stanford.

  • @baddiebee1400
    @baddiebee1400 4 года назад +162

    “We’re gonna be parents FIRST.” Amen

  • @abrocktraining
    @abrocktraining 4 года назад +70

    His daddy went here that doesn't mean my son has to go there
    Powerful statement

  • @erikhopkins9488
    @erikhopkins9488 4 года назад +49

    See this. REAL men EMPOWER their sons to be their own man!
    Much Respect!

    • @1delta_10tangos
      @1delta_10tangos 3 года назад +1

      Less the gold digging mother's (or baby mammas). Now that the son is about to be out of the house, she files for divorce.

    • @KG-jw4jg
      @KG-jw4jg 3 года назад

      @@1delta_10tangos why she left him?

  • @timothyantoine914
    @timothyantoine914 4 года назад +175

    Emmett did a good job with him , he'll get a great Education at Stanford .

  • @H0DLTHED0R
    @H0DLTHED0R 4 года назад +192

    He raised the right way. Great parents. His momma is fine. God speed

    • @harrisonlauf9700
      @harrisonlauf9700 4 года назад +2

      TMSKILZ God’s plan. 🙏🏼🙏🏿🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏽🙏🏼🙏🏿❤️

    • @countryboy6855
      @countryboy6855 4 года назад +3

      Momma ready......🤣

    • @braddollahite7589
      @braddollahite7589 4 года назад +1

      dammmm

    • @grind9247gmail
      @grind9247gmail 4 года назад +4

      He we was probably like don't look at my moms bro

    • @czrs85
      @czrs85 4 года назад +1

      @@cindycares2 well keep it up gorgeous.

  • @hectorcartagena2870
    @hectorcartagena2870 4 года назад +31

    Best dam answer I ever heard a parent give PERIOD. WOW.

  • @kylerobin372
    @kylerobin372 4 года назад +21

    How classy are Emmitt and Pat!!! Listen to their words - THIS is what parenting should be! Congratulations to all!!

  • @Edward-zr6fu
    @Edward-zr6fu 4 года назад +23

    Class act, Emmitt Smith. Great parenting. That kid seems humble and seems to appreciate everything he's got. Wish him all the best.

  • @bigbilly-fu1mw
    @bigbilly-fu1mw 4 года назад +27

    the world needs more parents like those two!!

  • @JuJusCornerr
    @JuJusCornerr 4 года назад +65

    The two greatest RB’s in history had both their sons sign at Stanford. Wow

    • @errolduplessis9451
      @errolduplessis9451 4 года назад

      JuJu Da Gamer yeah and one of them wasn’t a nfl prospect

    • @gregd6706
      @gregd6706 4 года назад +1

      Jim Brown and Walter Payton???? Who knew???

    • @errolduplessis9451
      @errolduplessis9451 4 года назад

      greg d wrong

    • @martrellnelson7869
      @martrellnelson7869 4 года назад +2

      He talking about Barry Sanders son Barry JR he went to Stanford

  • @liketheshowmoesha700
    @liketheshowmoesha700 4 года назад +18

    I love his dad need more FATHERS like this🤴🏾🙌🏾💯

    • @olynnm1750
      @olynnm1750 3 года назад

      Yes start letting blackmens back in the projects with the family.

  • @jimmiejohnson4856
    @jimmiejohnson4856 4 года назад +13

    Emmit smith is just a complete model parent and man. I hope to one day be able to build a foundation for my kids as emmit has. Happy for emmit smith jr. Very Smart mature decision. Congratulations on the sign!

  • @Dd-po2ij
    @Dd-po2ij 3 года назад +2

    This made me cry family is so important to me. Bless the Smith family.

  • @ufforlife5722
    @ufforlife5722 4 года назад +34

    I’m a Florida fan, and I’m not mad at his decision and how Emmitt accepted his decision.

    • @hardtruthnotsoftlies5706
      @hardtruthnotsoftlies5706 3 года назад +1

      He's disappointed, don't let him fool you.

    • @ufforlife5722
      @ufforlife5722 3 года назад

      @@hardtruthnotsoftlies5706 lol I’m not, it’s not my decision where anyone goes so there is no reason to be mad

  • @shawnmierczynski9830
    @shawnmierczynski9830 4 года назад +19

    You can tell how proud Emmitt is of his son such a great father.

  • @SGobuck
    @SGobuck 4 года назад +39

    Going after the diploma- well played!

  • @dylandylan8380
    @dylandylan8380 4 года назад +56

    Seems like a bright kid whose about to receive an amazing education.

    • @dylandylan8380
      @dylandylan8380 4 года назад

      R'shawn Santiago Thanks fam. i got you too. I*

    • @londonjones973
      @londonjones973 4 года назад

      Ltrainsns Ns trust me the education is nothing compared to a Stanford

    • @gregd6706
      @gregd6706 4 года назад

      Apparently unlike you. It's who's not whose.

  • @godwinadepetun8781
    @godwinadepetun8781 4 года назад +12

    Proud mom and dad sitting right there..

  • @markr831
    @markr831 4 года назад +9

    I have a ton of respect for Emmitt Smith and his family. Glad to see Father first fan second. Great example. I hope the young man does well.

  • @JamesParkAvenue
    @JamesParkAvenue 4 года назад +17

    The relationships that this young man will be able to build while he's at Stanford is going to carry him out through life.

  • @LARDinhoFC
    @LARDinhoFC 4 года назад +34

    Wise choice, the networking at Stanford will give him more options outside the football career.

  • @jwsf941
    @jwsf941 4 года назад +67

    He'll get to play a game in the same stadium where Emmitt won Super Bowls XXVII (52-17 over Buffalo, which took place in UCLA's home stadium--and where Oregon will face Wisconsin in the upcoming Rose Bowl game) as a freshman AND junior, or if Stanford qualifies for the College Football Playoff in his freshman or senior seasons; & XXX (27-17 over the Steelers in Arizona State's home stadium, though it won't happen in his freshman year)

    • @pesto5175
      @pesto5175 4 года назад +3

      Bruh just say the rose bowl

  • @goji508
    @goji508 3 года назад +2

    "It's his legacy not mines"
    Man that was powerful.

  • @tamburgbfg248
    @tamburgbfg248 4 года назад +5

    Wow Emmitt and his wife and their own family seem so awesome. That kid’s gonna be great in some way in the future

  • @markp.7165
    @markp.7165 4 года назад +11

    It shows me something about this kid choosing Stanford over several of the other schools where I would bet his path would be a little easier as far as the class work. Sure all schools make exceptions for their athletes but some more than others. Good for him and it is clear his mom seemed happy with his choice.

  • @mohamadbali5711
    @mohamadbali5711 4 года назад +8

    This young guy is lucky that has good family

  • @bigdaddylade3744
    @bigdaddylade3744 4 года назад +23

    emmit said “😳”

  • @4evertony1
    @4evertony1 4 года назад +1

    Feels great to see a real dad say such good things about his son. He respected his son's decision. Mom showed her love and support, that's awesome! This is how it's done. Honorably and authentic. It inspires me as a dad.

  • @kyoumaVII
    @kyoumaVII 4 года назад +4

    That was really beautiful, Congratulations young man!

  • @isaiahwaites5475
    @isaiahwaites5475 Год назад +1

    The smile emmitt has on his face is priceless…

  • @darrellwinston8939
    @darrellwinston8939 4 года назад +1

    See. This is how parents should act and feel about their son making up their own minds about what path they choose. Kudos to Emmit & Pat Smith.

  • @user-wq5th4tz1e
    @user-wq5th4tz1e 4 года назад +4

    I love u emmitt Smith great speech

  • @jennjoint6123
    @jennjoint6123 4 года назад +3

    Congrats, EJ, Emmitt and Pat. Well done! Good job! Looking Good! A beautiful Godly blessed family! May God continue to bless you all!

  • @derekdaniel86
    @derekdaniel86 4 года назад +1

    Can’t beat a Father Son Relationship. Great Dad produces a great Son. Such a blessing.

  • @charlesrhinehart9287
    @charlesrhinehart9287 4 года назад +1

    Emmitt and his wife are a class act. Proud for EJ.

  • @jebjab22
    @jebjab22 3 года назад +1

    Emmitt looks so proud. He knows he's raised a good man. Thanks be to God🙏

  • @bollershad
    @bollershad 4 года назад +7

    Congrats EJ and GO STANFORD

  • @nathanbain798
    @nathanbain798 4 года назад +10

    He’s got to have really good gradeS and a smart head on his shoulders to get that Stanford offer.

    • @cwazyballz
      @cwazyballz 4 года назад +1

      Nathan Bain he does I was a grade above him in hs

  • @old_man_8033
    @old_man_8033 4 года назад +1

    That's a BLESSED family. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @ltom22
    @ltom22 4 года назад +6

    Props to you Emmitt & wifee, he seems like a good kid I wish him the best.. From a steeler fan..

  • @Chutney1luv
    @Chutney1luv 4 года назад +4

    E.J., made a wise choice! He's a wise young man; with good parenting! Congrats!!

  • @shogun0127
    @shogun0127 3 года назад +1

    Mom is like "we moving on up!"

  • @lindabeckering9010
    @lindabeckering9010 4 года назад

    The best words from Emmitt, it’s his son’s journey not his, his son chose where to go.. emmitt is a very nice caring man, have always been a fan of his, born and raised here in Dallas and will always be a fan... of the player, and now his son will carry on the legacy of being a wonderful player at Stanford. Congrats EJ!

  • @UGAAlum93
    @UGAAlum93 4 года назад +1

    Those are all great schools...academically and athletically. Very impressed with Emmitt. He sounds like a great father. Seems like a very nice family.

  • @joannereall2097
    @joannereall2097 4 года назад +1

    Congratulations ! An athlete that puts education on the same level as his sport. What an amazing young man with amazing parents that have done a phenomenal job with him.

  • @ChavaSaraa
    @ChavaSaraa 4 года назад +1

    Congratulations to you all as a whole! Beautiful job parents and young man strive and do the best and be the best you that you can be!!🎉

  • @rickytefe9989
    @rickytefe9989 4 года назад +12

    Stanford..... smart kid!!!

    • @nickbigmann5228
      @nickbigmann5228 4 года назад +1

      Absolutely!! He made the right decision.

  • @MrGlenn7710
    @MrGlenn7710 4 года назад

    Amen! I'm happy he chose what's best for him and walking in his own footsteps and not the steps of his father. And with his father's advice and leadership abilities he will go far..and I'm glad his father still stood by him even though he didn't choose the school his dad went to.. kudos to all of them..I trust he will go far because of his humbleness and integrity and willing to learn. Be blessed guys!

  • @allantow6371
    @allantow6371 4 года назад

    Wonderful clip!!! Such proud parents of a bright and positive young man!

  • @charlestatem3099
    @charlestatem3099 4 года назад +1

    That was a beautiful thing to watch. 🙏

  • @suzette750
    @suzette750 4 года назад +1

    What Emmit said is profound. This is his son’s journey, he didn’t have to go to Florida because his Daddy went there. It’s what’s best for HIM. They’re parents first and we support ALL our kids and what THEIR decisions going to be.

  • @tarrerdome
    @tarrerdome 4 года назад +1

    Man this is truly awesome!!! Congratulations!! I'm so proud!!!!

  • @AfterPartyAfair
    @AfterPartyAfair 4 года назад

    Parents First..Powerful

  • @eddiejohnhurst1
    @eddiejohnhurst1 4 года назад +1

    DUDE YOUR A GENIUS!!!

  • @willharper7888
    @willharper7888 4 года назад

    Now that should be a PARENTING 101 class....he and his wife seem to be GREAT parents for sure..no pressure on the kids, just support and guidance! How AWESOME is that folks????👍👋👋👋👍🙏

  • @NeemahSpeaks
    @NeemahSpeaks 4 года назад +7

    We gonna be parents first.

  • @scottdavidson7543
    @scottdavidson7543 3 года назад

    That's it. Your kids have their own paths Support their journey.

  • @jeffsupercars9422
    @jeffsupercars9422 4 года назад

    Congratulations young Man and Mom and Dad

  • @edwardscissorhands1163
    @edwardscissorhands1163 4 года назад +44

    Emmitts wife is still as fine as she was 20 years ago wow

    • @warriorofdeity9856
      @warriorofdeity9856 4 года назад +5

      She s fine but she clearly has more to offer him than looks.

    • @saad7896
      @saad7896 4 года назад +3

      Arthur Freakin Morgan no stress and loaded with money makes you look younger

    • @edwardscissorhands1163
      @edwardscissorhands1163 4 года назад +4

      RRY PHILL even blondes dye their hair blonde, spainish women do too, stop acting like a 5 year old

    • @5822huron
      @5822huron 4 года назад +2

      Martin Lawrence ex wife

    • @Chutney1luv
      @Chutney1luv 4 года назад

      @@edwardscissorhands1163 And Asian Women too!!

  • @anthonygrant2902
    @anthonygrant2902 4 года назад

    Congrats to the Smith family and Big ups EJ much success in this 2020. God bless. "22"

  • @tombalthis7199
    @tombalthis7199 4 года назад

    Love it .great role models and family.Happy for all of them they are special

  • @achildofthemosthigh8798
    @achildofthemosthigh8798 4 года назад

    Beautiful, I'm so proud of this young man😘

  • @jackdorsey1384
    @jackdorsey1384 4 года назад +2

    I tuned in for the mom! 🥰 she’s gorgeous

  • @dayotaom5150
    @dayotaom5150 4 года назад +1

    Loved this Ceremony.......

  • @isaiah4887
    @isaiah4887 4 года назад +15

    "Must've gotten a disconnection" no he didn't he just wanted to have family time

    • @sueeb8292
      @sueeb8292 4 года назад

      he also called it "hooplah"

  • @allanyoung380
    @allanyoung380 4 года назад +1

    As a Florida fan I'm very happy for him I'm sure he will be very successful at whatever he wants to do

  • @jayr55555
    @jayr55555 4 года назад +1

    His momma is 😍😍

  • @williamsmith3249
    @williamsmith3249 4 года назад

    Congratulations fam!

  • @BookerT1
    @BookerT1 4 года назад

    Deep/Powerful Interview on many levels

  • @rayssmurf6076
    @rayssmurf6076 4 года назад +1

    Imma Florida fan and I’m kinda disappointed we didn’t get both Smith’s but I’m happy for the guy any way

    • @yuhgogators8703
      @yuhgogators8703 4 года назад

      we needed Tim Smith more but EJ would have been nice really sucks we did not get either

    • @rayssmurf6076
      @rayssmurf6076 4 года назад

      @@yuhgogators8703 lol i meant we got emmit but not E.J Tim would have been good tho

  • @patton1909
    @patton1909 4 года назад +6

    Smart move on his part Stanford is a world class institution

  • @rogerdodger4307
    @rogerdodger4307 4 года назад

    Emmitt...such a class act as always. Great job and good luck lil Smith!

  • @LeelHgc
    @LeelHgc 4 года назад

    Congrats lil bro keep it coming

  • @maddieharr7211
    @maddieharr7211 3 года назад

    Love how he says "the next 4 years"

  • @MiminMack
    @MiminMack 4 года назад

    Everybody keeps talking a lot about his dad which is understandable, but HIS MOM is a powerful woman of God and her handprint and heartprint is all over that young man. Good Job mom and dad .

  • @kalel311superman9
    @kalel311superman9 4 года назад +1

    I feel old I remember watching Emmitt Play for the cowboys since i was in 3rd grade

  • @thanemcewen6737
    @thanemcewen6737 4 года назад +30

    Great choice young man! Buckeye nation would've welcomed you as well.. lol

  • @williamivery1809
    @williamivery1809 3 года назад

    Congratulations to emmitt Smith son. Emmett Smith and his wife has so much class proud of you too.

  • @FineApple123
    @FineApple123 4 года назад

    World Class Fatherly Love.. Parent 1st, everything else follows.. 🙏🏼☝🏼Look at how proud mommy was at his decision.. God & Family

  • @veteranpatriot4474
    @veteranpatriot4474 2 года назад

    I Have Always Hated Dallas, But Loved Emmitt Smith. What a Fine upstanding Christian Father who along with His Wife have Raised Such a Fine Son.

  • @neelyroofing6726
    @neelyroofing6726 4 года назад

    Good for you man!

  • @flash521
    @flash521 4 года назад

    Be blessed. Starting out like a class student player. Great parenting.

  • @peejug497
    @peejug497 3 года назад

    his dads a legend

  • @elwrencho8189
    @elwrencho8189 4 года назад

    Emmitt you and your wife are awesome parents and raised good kids. You and your wife are great example your speech is #1 your the greatest.....👍

  • @chocodream2314
    @chocodream2314 4 года назад

    He started his own legacy👏👏👏...awesome young man he will go far choosing stanford💯

  • @devinryan1364
    @devinryan1364 3 года назад

    Emmitt still "THE MAN". World class father and man. Model human being

  • @PBNJ95
    @PBNJ95 4 года назад

    🐐🐐🐐 what a great father

  • @Maleick
    @Maleick 4 года назад +1

    That’s great!

  • @cowboysnation6053
    @cowboysnation6053 4 года назад

    EJ SMITH. Congratulations!
    May Your Journey Be A Successful One.
    THE LEGEND HIMSELF,EMMITT SMITH
    WELL SAID.WAY TO TALK FOR WHO YOU REALLY ARE,A PARENT FIRST. MAY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BE BLESSED 🙏🏽.

  • @TheAmazingHuman
    @TheAmazingHuman 4 года назад

    Gorgeous, beautiful, awesome family! 👫🏾👶🏾👶🏾👶🏾👶🏾👶🏾💖💕💖💕

  • @brandoncurtis-hammett5324
    @brandoncurtis-hammett5324 4 года назад

    Congratulations! A great pick.

  • @maliksims4215
    @maliksims4215 4 года назад +124

    Plot twist he signed the wrong paper 😂

    • @SirAvadah
      @SirAvadah 4 года назад

      Malik Sims hahahahahha could happen he didn’t know what to sign

    • @vivianthom4801
      @vivianthom4801 4 года назад +5

      You would think someone should have placed the letter of intent under each cap.

    • @matthewthacker3683
      @matthewthacker3683 4 года назад +3

      he signed with the xfl and lavar ball is his agent lol

    • @nikoenciso01
      @nikoenciso01 4 года назад

      @@matthewthacker3683 🤣

  • @KingLogic504
    @KingLogic504 4 года назад

    💯 Good luck to ej and the Fam!!!

  • @jamespharris2494
    @jamespharris2494 4 года назад

    Kid's going to a great school with a fantastic man as head coach.