The past few months have been a whirlwind for Tanzel Smart since leaving Tulane, but he thinks an opportunity to return home and see some familiar faces may help him out as he prepares for the 2017 NFL Draft.
Smart, a two-time All-AAC selection, participated in this year's Senior Bowl and the NFL Combine last month, but he'll be the star attraction on Friday at Tulane's Pro Day, which will be held at the New Orleans Saints practice facility.
The defensive tackle said he was thankful for the chance to play on a bigger stage with some of the most well-known players in college football, but he believes being around some of his former teammates and coaches will help him "relax" in front of the NFL coaches that will be in attendance.