Donavan Smith is a 5'11" Running Back/Linebacker in the 2028 class.
Smith attends Lakewood in North Carolina.
Smith's Player Profile was created on November 18, 2025.
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Expert Analysis
Donavan
SmithRB/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
200
HS
Lakewood
|
NC
Lakewood 2026 Season Preview
Smith doesn’t grab many headlines behind Lacewell, but he’s a talented, multifaceted running back. He averaged seven yards...
Written by Will Helms
Donavan
SmithRB/LB
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
Weight
200
HS
Lakewood
|
NC
2028 Running Back Newcomers
A two-way player, Smith didn’t have the rushing volume that some of the other new backs in the...
Written by Will Helms
Will Helms | Prep Redzone Scout
Will Helms
Prep Redzone Lead Scout
Smith doesn’t grab many headlines behind Lacewell, but he’s a talented, multifaceted running back. He averaged seven yards per carry and was second on the team in receiving last year. He’s a bigger back than you’d expect and is a guy who you could argue could probably use a few more carries this season.
A two-way player, Smith didn’t have the rushing volume that some of the other new backs in the rankings had, but he was extremely efficient, averaging seven yards a carry and over 10 a reception for a talented Lakewood offense. He’s a powerful one-cut runner at his best when he can move laterally, plant, and then cut upfield. He loves running through contact. Expect his volume to tick up, but as it stands, he’s an excellent change-of-pace option.
