Grant Smith Grant Smith 6'4" | 206 lbs | QB Grand Oaks | 2026 State TX is a quarterback who thrives under pressure and plays with a natural sense of timing and anticipation. He has a strong, accurate arm and consistently hits receivers in stride, keeping the offense in rhythm. Beyond his passing, Grant shows excellent field awareness and the ability to make plays on the move when the pocket breaks down. His leadership and competitive drive set the tone for his team, and he consistently finds ways to make big plays when it matters most.

Grant commanded the offense with poise and precision, showcasing his ability to make accurate throws at all levels of the field. He read defenses effectively, made quick decisions under pressure, and delivered the ball with velocity and touch when it mattered most. Grant also showed leadership in guiding his teammates, keeping the offense organized and confident throughout the game. His combination of arm talent, football awareness, and composure makes him a true threat every time he takes the field.

Another large-framed gunslinger that kept his feet moving in Week Two, Smith dissected a good Waller defense all night on all levels of the field. Totaling over 240 yards and 4 touchdowns, Grant was in control in and out of the pocket. Smith especially excelled at scrambling out of the pocket, changing arm angles, and delivering strikes downfield while on the move. The Grizzlies couldn’t have asked for much more out of their leader on offense and will lean on him down the stretch.

A true efficient pocket passer, Smith delivers passes at all levels with poise and some serious velocity. Grant has a great frame that he uses to get to where he wants in the pocket and use his significant arm strength to zip strikes downfield. While he excels at stepping through pressure and sending deep balls over the middle of the field, Grant also showcases the ability to roam outside the pocket and get crafty around the sideline. Smith was as productive and protective of the ball as a QB can be during his junior season, throwing for nearly 2,200 yards along with a 24/3 TD to INT ratio. The Grizz will have one of the state’s best at the helm, looking to break out to the next level in his senior year. Smith has received offers from schools such as Kansas State, App State, and Tulane.

A true pocket passer with great arm strength and command, Smith is an ideal leader of a Texas high school passing attack. With great mechanics and vision, Grant excels at scanning the field, stepping up in the pocket, and delivering a bullet downfield. He also does a splendid job of evading pressure, rolling out of the pocket, and extending plays. Smith is polished in dissecting defenses and fitting the ball into tight windows, and with the throw power to back it up. In 10 games as a junior, the 6’4 slinger passed for over 2,100 yards along with 26 total touchdowns. The Grizzlies’ QB1 should be in store for another big year as he looks to build upon an offer list that includes schools such as App State, Tulane, and Arkansas State.

Smith can pick defenses apart from the pocket, delivering accurate passes and finding rhythm early vs opponents. He is a cool and collected passer while facing pressure and can throw his targets open in congested areas. Smith gets the ball out quick and can improvise when needed. The arm talent is there and he only shows improvement in his game. Smith will continue to be a top quarterback in the class and has the talent to take that number one spot.

Smith is a two-year starter and he heads into his junior year as one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2026 class. Grant can make every throw on the route tree and he is extremely accurate in the short to intermediate zones. He stands tall in the pocket, he has good awareness of the rush and his ability to complete passes under duress are traits in his game that flash when you watch his film. Smith makes plays on the roll out, putting the ball on a rope and he has the athleticism to make plays with his feet. Smith is primed to have a stellar year in 2024. Smith returns as one the top signal callers in the state in the 2026 class. Texas A&M, TCU, Texas Tech, Arkansas, Baylor and Houston are several schools who have extended offers.