Jakore Smith
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
is a hybrid prospect at the next level, where he could play both safety and linebacker. He’s an Oklahoma commit that we’ll be seeing on Saturdays. Smith displays very good read and react ability. He attacks downhill instantly against the running game. He stays square with good pad level, angles, and UOH to shed blocks and make a play at the LOS. Smith has a good feel in zone and man coverage, keying the quarterbacks’ eyes and reacting off the throw.
Note – 4.43 40
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
is going to be a hybrid prospect at the next level, similar to Isaiah Simmons or Kyle Hamilton, where he could play both safety and linebacker. He is an athletic linebacker with very good foot speed and football IQ. Smith displays very good read and react ability, attacking downhill instantly against the running game while staying square with good pad level, angles, and UOH to shed blocks and make a play at the LOS. He plays with a sideline-to-sideline motor and the physicality and quickness to shoot gaps and make a play in the backfield. Smith has a good feel in zone and man coverage, keying the quarterbacks’ eyes and reacting off the throw. His change of direction and lateral agility allow him to transition through assignments and stay on his man.
Note – 4.43 40
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
officially received another offer from Ole Miss as he continues to receive numerous offers this season. He’s an athletic linebacker with very good speed and a good football IQ. Smith displays very good read and react ability, attacking downhill instantly vs. the running game while staying square with good pad level, angles, and UOH to shed blocks and make a play.
Offer List: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Memphis, Michigan, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, Tennessee & UCF
Note – 3.5 GPA
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
is an athletic linebacker with very good speed and good football IQ who’s getting looks from the top powerhouses in college football. He displays very good read and react ability, attacking downhill instantly vs. the running game while staying square with good pad level, angles, and UOH to shed blocks and make a play. Smith earned an offer from Michigan on October 2nd, 2024.
Offer List: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Memphis, Michigan, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Tennessee & UCF
Note – 3.5 GPA / 4 Star
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
will need to continue to play sideline-to-sideline against an athletic offense. Smith is an athletic linebacker with very good speed and good football IQ. Some might see him as an Isaiah Simmons or Kyle Hamilton style where he could play safety and linebacker at the next level. He displays very good read and react ability, attacking downhill instantly vs. the running game while staying square with good pad level, angles, and UOH to shed blocks and make a play. Demonstrates the physicalness and speed to shoot gaps and make a play in the backfield. Good feel in zone and man coverage, keying the quarterbacks’ eyes and reacting off the throw. Good change of direction and lateral agility allow him to transition through assignments and stay on his man. Impressive open-field tackler with good technique.
Offer List: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Memphis, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Tennessee & UCF
Note – 3.5 GPA / 4 Star
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
is an athletic linebacker with very good speed and good football IQ who plays sideline-to-sideline. Some might see him as an Isaiah Simmons or Kyle Hamilton style where he could play safety and linebacker at the next level.
Offer List: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Memphis, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Tennessee & UCF
Note – 3.5 GPA / 4 Star
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Jakore Smith
Jakore
Smith
6'1" | 195 lbs | LB
Bryant | 2026
State
AR
is an athletic linebacker with very good speed and good football IQ. Some might see him as an Isaiah Simmons or Kyle Hamilton style where he could play safety and linebacker at the next level. Smith displays very good read and react ability, attacking downhill instantly vs the running game while staying square with good pad level, angles and UOH to shed blocks and make a play. Sideline-to-Sideline motor with the physicalness and speed to shoot gaps and make a play in the backfield. Good feel in zone and man coverage, keying the quarterbacks’ eyes and reacting off the throw. His change of direction and lateral agility allows him to transition through assignments and stay on his man. Impressive open field tackler with good technique.
Offer List: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida State, Georgia Tech, Kansas State, Memphis, Mississippi State, Missouri, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Tennessee & UCF
Note – 3.5 GPA / 4 Star
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