Davon Smith
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Alin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Davon is a high-impact defensive playmaker who consistently shows up all over the field. Finishing with 121 tackles and 26 TFLs, he plays with a relentless motor and a strong ability to diagnose plays quickly and get downhill to the football.
On film, Davon stands out for his explosiveness and disruptive presence. He attacks gaps with confidence and consistently beats blockers into the backfield, which is reflected in his high TFL production. He doesn’t wait on plays to develop — he triggers early and forces offenses to adjust.
As a pass rusher, he adds real value with 2 sacks and 10 hurries, showing the ability to create pressure and affect the quarterback even when he doesn’t finish the play. His timing and burst allow him to consistently collapse the pocket.
He also shows versatility and ball skills with 3 interceptions, proving he can drop into space, read the quarterback, and make plays in coverage. Once the ball is in his hands, he becomes a true threat, adding 3 total touchdowns on the season. Smith hold offers from colorado , houston , memphis , maryland and more.
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Read EvaluationAlin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Davon turned in a strong performance and ended up taking home LB MVP honors after a productive day of competition. He showed good range working sideline to sideline and consistently moved with urgency during drills. What stood out was how quickly he triggered downhill, closing space and finishing once he arrived at the ball. He also looked comfortable when dropping into coverage, showing the ability to move in space and stay in phase with his assignment.
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Read EvaluationAlin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Davon showed off just how smooth of a linebacker he is on Sunday, especially during drills designed to test agility and coverage. He demonstrated an impressive ability to bend around corners, staying low and balanced while changing direction fluidly. In coverage drills, he moved with control and awareness, showing he can stick with receivers and react quickly to the ball. Even without live tackling, his footwork, hips, and fluid movement highlighted his versatility, proving he can cover ground, stay in phase, and execute the responsibilities of a modern linebacker with ease.
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Read EvaluationAlin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Davon, a physical linebacker, currently holds offers from UTSA, New Mexico State, Lamar, and UTEP. He plays with toughness, reads plays quickly, and brings consistent production as a tackler, making him a key piece on defense and a prospect to watch moving forward.
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Read EvaluationMarcus Henry | Prep Redzone Scout
Smith moves fluidly and tracks the ball with patience and precision. He showed solid footwork and tackled under control during drill work. On film, he plays fast and physical, able to line up inside or out. He’s visited TCU, Rice, and Baylor, and his stock is trending up.
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