Draft Profile

JuJu Smith-Schuster: A Rising Star in the NFL

Draft Profile

WR 6-2 220lb 188cm 99kg Draft 2nd round 62nd overall

NFL Career

JuJu Smith-Schuster is a wide receiver for the New England Patriots. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft.

In his rookie season, Smith-Schuster led all NFL rookies in receiving yards and touchdowns. He also caught the game-winning touchdown pass in the Steelers' victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in the AFC Divisional Round.

In 2018, Smith-Schuster continued to be a key contributor to the Steelers' offense. He finished the season with 1,426 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.

In 2019, Smith-Schuster signed a four-year, $49 million contract with the Steelers. He finished the season with 1,111 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.

In 2020, Smith-Schuster missed the majority of the season due to a shoulder injury. He finished the season with 19 catches for 254 yards and two touchdowns.

In 2021, Smith-Schuster was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs. He finished the season with 27 catches for 294 yards and two touchdowns.

In 2022, Smith-Schuster signed a one-year contract with the New England Patriots.

College Career

Smith-Schuster played college football at the University of Southern California. In his sophomore season, he had 54 receptions for 703 yards and six touchdowns.

In his junior season, Smith-Schuster led the Trojans in receiving yards and touchdowns. He had 98 catches for 1,454 yards and 15 touchdowns.

Smith-Schuster declared for the NFL Draft after his junior season.

Personal Life

Smith-Schuster is the son of Sammie Smith and Karen Smith. He has two brothers, Sammie Jr. and Taylor.

Smith-Schuster is a Christian. He is also a supporter of the LGBTQ community.

Smith-Schuster is known for his outgoing personality and his love of social media.