Draft GridironDRAFT GRIDIRON
Devonta Smith
CBUDFA Projection

Devonta Smith

Notre Dame · Ind ·
#283
Overall Rank
#35
Pos Rank
57
Composite
8.46
RAS
Height
Weight
40-yd Dash
Vertical
Broad Jump
3-Cone
Compare
Athletic Profile
CoverageBall SkillsPressZoneAthleticismTackling
Percentile Rankings
Coverage
59AVG
Ball Skills
55AVG
Press
56AVG
Zone
54AVG
Athleticism
85GREAT
Tackling
52AVG
Grade Breakdown
Composite Grade
57
Floor Grade
49
Executive Summary

Smith projects as an undrafted free agent with developmental potential in a zone-heavy defensive scheme. He possesses adequate size and football intelligence but lacks the elite athleticism and ball skills typically required at the cornerback position in today's NFL. Teams viewing him as a practice squad candidate should target his willingness as a tackler and instinctive gap recognition rather than expecting immediate coverage contributions.

⚠ Risk Factors

Smith's 57-grade composite reflects significant athleticism concerns relative to FBS cornerback standards, raising questions about his ability to transition to NFL-caliber receivers. The wide gap between his film study and measurable performance suggests a potential scheme-dependency issue; he may only function as a depth or special-teams contributor depending on defensive alignment.

My Notes