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Donavon
Smith LB/DL
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
210
HS
Knox Central
|
KY
Donavon Smith is a player who caught my attention with a strong sophomore season. He lined up at...
Evaluation by Ryan Lippert
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Donavon Smith

Donavon Smith | Knox Central

Donavon Smith

Class
2027
Position
LB/DL
Height
6'0"
Weight
210
School
Knox Central
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Position
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About Donavon

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

Downhill run stopper that is reliable in the pass game. Also can line up on the dline and cause problems when needed.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

Very dedicated, does the right things in life, stays to myself, leads by example

What type of college are you looking for?

A college that is reasonably close that has a good coaching staff and tradition that I fit in with. A school that has a winning culture, and has the community behind it.

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Donavon
Smith LB/DL
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
210
HS
Knox Central
|
KY
Donavon Smith
Donavon Smith is a player who caught my attention with a strong sophomore season. He lined up at...
Written by Ryan Lippert
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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Written by Ryan Lippert in 2027 Rankings Update 3.0: Defensive Stock Risers
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News

2025 Preseason All-State Team: 3A Defense

2025 Preseason All-State Team: 3A Defense

Ryan Lippert • August 21, 2025

Updated 2027 Kentucky Rankings

Updated 2027 Kentucky Rankings

Prep Redzone Staff • July 16, 2025

2027 Rankings Update 3.0: Defensive Stock Risers

2027 Rankings Update 3.0: Defensive Stock Risers

Ryan Lippert • February 20, 2025

January Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Kentucky's 2027 class?

January Rankings Update: Who moved up the rankings in Kentucky's 2027 class?

Prep Redzone Staff • January 27, 2025

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