Marcus Smith's Message for Eagles Fans: "Sit back and relax"

By now the Philadelphia Eagles' first round selection of Marcus Smith has been discussed at length. Some fans are still upset with the Eagles' choice and they have made it known. Smith is aware of the fan disappointment and his message to the fan base is simple:

"Sit back and relax."

That's probably not too much to ask of Philadelphia fans, right? Well, maybe not. But he's right. As I said earlier in the day, it's nearly pointless to rush to conclusions before Smith gets the chance to show what he can do. Now, I am not suggesting people aren't allowed to be disappointed. It's no secret that not everyone is agreeable. That said, it's only fair to give Smith a chance before the labels of "bust" and "wasted pick" and "reach" get out of control. Relax.

More highlights from Smith's introductory press conference below.

#Eagles first round pick Marcus Smith: pic.twitter.com/vxiIG4jENK

— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) May 9, 2014

Marcus Smith says last day has been "a dream come true."

— Eagles Insider (@EaglesInsider) May 9, 2014

Smith said he hadn't played defense since Pop Warner before he switched from QB at Louisville.

— Eagles Insider (@EaglesInsider) May 9, 2014

Smith says he feels he truly felt like a defender after his switch to QB once he got that "killer instinct" #Eagles

— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) May 9, 2014

Smith: I didn't like how I was playing QB at the time. Coach came to me at the right time. (Felt he was buried on depth chart).

— Les Bowen (@LesBowen) May 9, 2014

Smith: I think I needed to get my legs stronger-when transitioning from QB. I weight 217, now I weigh 255. My playing weight is 250-255.

— Matt Lombardo (@MattLombardo975) May 9, 2014

Smith on playing defense: "Everything you do has to be violent. I had to be a very violent player" #Eagles

— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) May 9, 2014

Smith says his biggest strength is pass rush, would like to improve on setting a stronger edge in the run game.

— Eagles Insider (@EaglesInsider) May 9, 2014

#Eagles LB @MoneyMarcc91: I don't know what number I'll wear, but whatever it is I'll make a name for it. #FlyEaglesFly

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 9, 2014

Which QB does @MoneyMarcc91 want to sack first? "I'm looking out for Eli ..." pic.twitter.com/Ol8Zuqll0X

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 9, 2014

Smith came to Philly with no luggage. He's flying back to Louisville tonight. He graduates tomorrow.

— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) May 9, 2014