Grade
?6.74 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'1" Height
- 212LBS. Weight
Overview
After a spectacular junior season that saw him approach Barry Sanders' single-season Division-I rushing record of 2,628 yards (Smith finished 61 yards short), Smith enters the 2008 draft as one of the country's hottest running back prospects. While there are concerns about his level of competition and pure speed, scouts' greatest worry may be Smith's thin frame. There is no denying his natural ability as a runner, however, as Smith is patient with excellent vision and rare agility and acceleration for a back of his size.
Analysis
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| Grade | Title | Draft (Round) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96-100 | Future Hall of Famer | Top Pick | A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played |
| 85-95 | Immediate Starter | 1st | An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter). |
| 70-84 | Eventual Starter | 2nd-3rd | A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position. |
| 50-69 | Draftable Player | 4th-7th | A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential. |
| 20-49 | Free Agent | UDFA | A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body. |
