Eagles’ DeVonta Smith tries to tune out the small talk, but ‘it eats him up inside’
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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (right) works out with trainer Robby Green (left) in New Orleans.
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It’s Tuesday, just two days before the Eagles will trade up with the Dallas Cowboys to land Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith with the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft. Former Pro Bowl wide-receiver-turned-NFL-analyst Steve Smith Sr., no relation, is on the “Rich Eisen Show,” expressing concerns about the undersized player.
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Steve Smith, who was known for being tiny but tough during his playing days, is harping on DeVonta Smith’s frame. Like many analysts, he doubts DeVonta Smith can make the jump to the NFL and have the same impact he did in college.
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Devonta Smith - Wide Receiver Alabama Crimson Tide 2021 Draft Scouting Report
Scouting report for NFL Draft prospect Devonta Smith
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A big play threat who brings length, burst and hands, Smith can create separation as well as any receiver in college football. He really thrives versus man coverage, as he shows the burst and acceleration to blow right past defenders; extremely quick release off the line of scrimmage. His run after catch ability, aggressiveness to finish runs and willingness to block, complement his solid route running, making Smith a complete package. He also shows a nice vertical game, smooth change of direction footwork and speed that must be respected. Smith was suspended for the first half of the Texas A&M Game in 2019 by head coach Nick Saban after retaliating to a punch being thrown at him during the previous game. While some may have viewed Smith as the fourth musketeer on the 2019 ‘Bama team, he actually led the team in both receiving ya