Smith is a smooth operator and the defintion of the saying “hips don’t lie” The fluidity when changing directions keeps him attached at seemingly every phase of the route. This ability to stay in the hip pocket suffocates air space and shut downs plays before the develop

Alignment wise Smith shows comfort on the outside or in the slot – speaking to his refined movement and coverage skills. When the ball arrives he embraces physicality and looks to finish a rep with the desired result. Smith shows solid timing, hand placement, and strength when challenging the catch point. As one of the more underrated defensive backs in his class – look for the film to justify a second look and offers as the season progress.

Smith’s movement skills immediately stand out. He’s fluid through his transitions with the kind of foot quickness that allows him to stay attached to routes without overcommitting. That balance shows up when he’s forced to open and run or break downhill on throws.

At the catch point, he plays with confidence and strength. He consistently times his contests well, playing through the hands and eliminating easy completions. Add in his ability to line up inside or outside, and he brings real versatility to a secondary.