What I like

• He is the prototype modern NFL Linebacker.
• Moves like a defensive back with the speed to cover a ton of ground
• Exceptional football IQ, which allows him to play even faster.
• Tackles harder than you’d think considering his frame.
• Exceptional burst and closing speed.
• Amazing in coverage,
• He’s a dangerous blitzer, timing things up very well.

What I Don’t

• Lacks the strength to disengage from blockers
• Undersized
• Struggles to stack and shed in the run game.

Comparison: Quite a few come to mind. Roquan is a three-down linebacker that will thrive in today’s pass-happy NFL, especially in sub packages. I can see him filling roles similar to Deion Jones and Deon Bucannon.

Overall: Smith is the best defensive player in the draft. His impact as a middle linebacker in today’s NFL is limitless. He will be able to step in immediately and will eventually develop into a Pro Bowler.