University of South Alabama Athletics

Jaguar Highlights: Enrolled in school last year but did not take part in spring practice ... Still could see time in the offensive backfield in the fall, though, as he enters preseason camp listed third on the depth chart at one of two running back spots.

High School Highlights: Lettered for four seasons at Spain Park High ... Set school records for rushing yards and longest run from scrimmage ... Helped the Jaguars advance to the state 6A championship game as a senior.

Personal: Full name is Elisha Smith ... Born July 18, 1989, in Birmingham, Ala. ... Son of Michelle Smith ... Has two brothers, including a twin ... Favorite team is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... Favorite athlete is Bo Jackson ... Favorite musical artist is Lil Wayne ... Favorite food is steak ... Favorite subject is history ... Would like to eventually become a football coach ... A leisure studies major.