Corey Smith
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Brendan Mankarious | Prep Redzone Scout
Corey Smith Corey Smith 6'0" | 190 lbs | LB Lacey | 2025 State NJ may not have ranked out as a top linebacker, but there are more than enough redeeming qualities to his game. Smith has the ability to make plays both over the top and underneath blockers in the run game. He takes particularly good angles near the goal line, putting the pressure on the offense. In pass protection he does a good job getting to his spot at the appropriate depth, sinking, and then getting his head on a swivel. Lastly, he breaks on the ball when it is thrown, reacting to passes well when covering.
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Read EvaluationBrendan Mankarious | Prep Redzone Scout
The Lacey Lions had somewhat of a mercurial season; however, they could rely on the stabilizing, consistent play of LB Corey Smith Corey Smith 6'0" | 190 lbs | LB Lacey | 2025 State NJ . At 6 foot, 195lbs, Smith, who is also a lacrosse player, was credited with 45 tackles, 2 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 hurries, and 1 FR.
See hole, fill hole: that is exactly what Smith does on a down-to-down basis. He does a great job reading keys-to-flow, being in position to make plays either by scraping underneath or fighting over the top. From all over the field, Smith makes plays by pursuing full speed. If he does get blocked, he does a nice job knifing his gap-arm free to stop a ball carrier’s progress. Smith should look to get more depth in his pass sets, never playing “in-between.” If he sees pass, play pass.
There is a lot to like about Smith’s game. After a really strong campaign, I am excited to see how he and his Tigers build upon last season as they strive for a playoff birth.
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