Smith plays with a veteran’s composure and efficiency. A poised game manager with enough athleticism to threaten defenses on the ground, he thrives by diagnosing coverages and exploiting space in the intermediate range of the field. His pocket mobility allows him to reset and deliver with touch and accuracy, keeping the offense on schedule and defenses honest. If teams overcommit to coverage, Smith has the awareness and wheels to make them pay with his legs.

Zach Benedict Zach Benedict 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Hewitt-Trussville | 2026 State AL is a talented dual-threat out of Hewitt-Trussville who started to see his recruitment open up this offseason.

“Benedict is an electric dual threat who constantly keeps defenses on their toes. He’s a talented passer with some legit arm talent who does a great job distributing the ball around the field. He quickly finds open WRs and has the arm strength and accuracy to deliver some beautiful passes their way.

On top of his passing, Benedict has the speed and mobility to hurt defenses with his legs. He’s quick on his feet, has a great sense of awareness, and escapes the pocket to do whatever he can to get the sticks moving.“

Benedict picked up his first offer from Jackson State a few months back and will definitely be seeing more head his way later this year. Benedict, Dylan Cope Dylan Cope 6'3" | 180 lbs | WR Hewitt-Trussville | 2026 State AL , and DJ Hall are going to be a must-watch passing trio this fall- there’s so much talent on this Hewitt Trussville, they have all the makings of a championship contender.

Make sure you watch some of Benedict’s practice film vs. Tupelo from earlier this offseason:

Zach Benedict Zach Benedict 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Hewitt-Trussville | 2026 State AL is a talented passer out of Hewitt Trussville who has been incredibly reliable for his team’s offense.

Benedict is an electric dual threat who constantly keeps defenses on their toes. He’s a talented passer with some legit arm talent who does a great job distributing the ball around the field. He quickly finds open WRs and has the arm strength and accuracy to deliver some beautiful passes their way.

On top of his passing, Benedict has the speed and mobility to hurt defenses with his legs. He’s quick on his feet, has a great sense of awareness, and escapes the pocket to do whatever he can to get the sticks moving.

Last week, Benedict picked up his first offer from Jackson State! It’s going to be exciting watching him the rest of his year, he’s a talented QB who surely has more offers on the way.

Check out some of his junior season down below: