The Facts: Smith reunited with his former Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts this offseason. According to the rookie, the duo picked up where they left off years ago in college. "It's great to have that connection come back. It just feels like old times, like back in college," Smith said Monday from his football camp in Alabama, via John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia.
Diehards Line:Smith's transition to the NFL has been a smooth operation by all accounts, despite pre-draft consternation about his size. Asked Monday if he's ready to be the WR1 in Philly this year, Smith responded: "That's the plan." An excellent route runner coming out of 'Bama, Smith should immediately step in as the Eagles top wideout alongside fellow first-round pick Jalen Reagor and third-year receiver Travis Fulgham. How explosive his rookie campaign is will be determined by whether that connection with Hurts doesn't miss a beat.