Chau Smith-Wade is an American professional football cornerback for the Carolina Panthers, selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft after playing college football at Washington State. Born in Denver, Colorado, and named the 2024 Senior Bowl MVP, he has developed into a starting nickelback for Carolina. This news archive tag aggregates reporting on his collegiate production, draft coverage, rookie season with the Panthers, 2025 performance, and continued role in the team’s secondary.
