Evan Smith, - Prep Redzone

Evan Smith

Wide Receiver/Defensive Back

2028 Class

5'11" Height

155 Weight

Cherokee Trail School

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Evan Smith is a 5'11" Wide Receiver/Defensive Back in the 2028 class. Smith attends Cherokee Trail in Colorado. Smith's Player Profile was created on September 14, 2025. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Evan Smith is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Robert Davis

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

Smith thrives in the slot, where his quickness and spatial awareness create consistent matchup problems. He totaled 43 receptions for 567 yards and four touchdowns, operating as a prospect who can move the chains and has big play upside. Smith’s smooth footwork allows him to separate at the top of routes and his acceleration makes him a vertical threat from inside alignments. He shows creativity after the catch, frequently making the first defender miss in space and turning short completions into explosive gains. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways adds significant value to an offense. As he continues refining his craft, Smith has the tools to emerge as a true difference maker.

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Robert Davis

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

Smith operates primarily from the slot, where his speed and feel for space make him a constant matchup problem. He totaled 43 receptions for 567 yards and four touchdowns, showing the ability to threaten defenses vertically with his speed. His alignment allows him to get leverage quickly and he does a strong job pressing safeties before breaking routes underneath. Smith’s burst off the line and comfort working through traffic stand out on film. With a productive offseason and continued development, he has the tools to elevate his game and emerge as one of the more dynamic slot options in this class.

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Nathaniel Kue

Prep Redzone Scout

Leading the young WR core out of Cherokee Trail is 5’10 145 Evan Smith Evan Smith 5'11" | 155 lbs | WR/DB Cherokee Trail | 2028 State CO . Often lining up in the slot, Smith does a good job on second level releases in off coverage by limiting surface area near contact on a jab step making sure to get on the toes on defenders. Smith shows the ability to adjust to the ball late and makes sure to secure the catch. In addition, he will high point the ball at the highest point when needed. With the ball in his hands, he shows some agility to make defenders miss in the open field. He also does a good job finding open space and reading blocks for YAC. With 567 yds and 4 TDs on the season, Evan is poised to take the next step as a JR.