The Houston Texans traded up to select USC cornerback Jaylin Smith with the No. 97 overall pick in the third round of the 2025 NFL draft on Friday. Here's what to know about the newest member of the team's secondary: Position: Cornerback Height/weight: 5-11,

Houston makes the Trojans senior and former Alemany High star the 97th overall pick Friday night. Smith will be reunited with former USC teammate Calen Bullock, a Texans safety.

Eighteen picks after adding Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel, the Houston Texans secured another J name to add to the crew for 2025 with USC defensive back Jaylin Smith. After trading back from No. 89, Houston moved up five spots with the Minnesota Vikings to secure another weapon for the secondary.