After transferring to Thompson earlier last year, Jared Smith Jared Smith 6'6" | 235 lbs | EDGE Thompson | 2025 State AL went on to have one of his best seasons yet this past season. Smith, an extremely talented EDGE, has dominated offensive lines across the state since his freshman season and did more of the same last fall. Standing at 6’6 235, Smith has a huge frame and tons of athleticism he uses to beat offensive linemen in the trenches. Smith has a great package of moves he uses to rush the passer and frequently finds himself in the backfield generating pressure and sacks on the quarterback every passing down. In addition to his pass-rushing skillset, Smith does a fantastic job setting the edge and getting after the run as well. He plays with a ton of pursuit, has a great motor, doesn’t give up on plays, and will take down the ball carrier regardless of where he’s lined up pre-snap. Last fall, Smith had a great senior season where he racked up 89 total tackles (55 solo, 22 for loss), 10.5 sacks, 23 hurries, 4 pass breakups, and an interception. Watch out for Smith at the next level, he’s heading to Auburn and is sure to be a huge defensive playmaker there!

Jared Smith Jared Smith 6'6" | 235 lbs | EDGE Thompson | 2025 State AL ‘s length and power made him a disruptive force along the defensive line. He consistently won battles in the trenches, using his strength to overpower blockers and collapse the pocket. Smith’s ability to bat down passes at the line of scrimmage added another dimension to his game. His leadership and work ethic were evident as he anchored one of the top defenses in the state. Jared’s size and potential make him a high-level prospect at the next level.

Jared has returned with the same power and intensity that made him one of the top defensive ends last season. He demonstrated excellent leverage and hand placement, allowing him to control his blockers and collapse the pocket effectively. Jared’s speed and athleticism enable him to chase down plays from the backside, and he showed great discipline in maintaining his assignments. His leadership on the field is evident, rallying the defense and setting the tone with his aggressive play. Jared’s early performances suggest he is determined to exceed last year’s production.

Jared Smith Jared Smith 6'6" | 235 lbs | EDGE Thompson | 2025 State AL is another dominant DE/EDGE prospect out of Thompson that has terrorized offenses nonstop since his freshman season. Smith is a destructive force in the trenches that can rush the passer, stop the run, and consistently make big plays for loss in the backfield. Standing at 6’6 235, Smith has a huge frame and tons of length he uses to beat offensive linemen. Smith has a great package of moves he uses to rush the passer and does so at a highly successful rate- he frequently finds himself in the backfield generating pressure and sacks on the quarterback every down. In addition to his pass rushing, Smith does a fantastic job setting the edge and getting after the run. He plays with a ton of pursuit, doesn’t give up on plays, and will try his hardest to take down the ball carrier regardless of where he is on the field. Smith has been an exciting and talented prospect to watch develop over the last few years, which is why he’s ranked as our #5 player in the state. Keep an eye on Smith this fall, he recently committed to Auburn and is set for a big senior season on Thompsons’s defensive front!