Inside SMU Football Pro Day & NFL Pipeline with Jeremiah Wait

Join George, Walker, and Yonnic as they sit down with Jeremiah Wait, SMU’s Director of Defensive Player Personnel and NFL Liaison, for an in-depth look at how the Mustangs are building a pipeline to the next level.Following SMU Football’s historic 2024 season, Wait shares his journey from West Virginia scouting assistant to a key figure on the Hilltop, breaking down his role in player evaluation, NFL relationships, and roster development. The crew dives into what his day-to-day looks like, how he transitioned to working in defensive personnel, and what it’s really like collaborating with NFL scouts.They also unpack the inner workings of SMU’s Pro Day, from planning and execution to the biggest behind-the-scenes challenges and wins, plus insight into team culture under Rhett Lashlee and what separates SMU from other programs.Finally, Jeremiah highlights rising young players to watch and discusses his involvement in recruiting and talent development.If you’re an SMU fan, NFL Draft junkie, or curious about the business of college football, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.