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2018 Conner A. Smith
Play Book Athlete Category: 2018 Unsigned Prospects and Offensive Linemen
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WHY I GRIND
I am motivated to attend college and play football at the Division I level. My primary goal is to complete a degree in engineering or construction management. My parents and coaches have instilled within me a work ethic which has provided me opportunities to excel in the classroom as well as the football field. I have a 3.7 grade point average and have taken classes in math and science to prepare me for an engineering track in college. I was the first and only Letter Winner as a Freshman for the Olathe East High School football team. As a Freshman, I played defensive end and as a Sophomore I played offensive guard and tight end. Last year, for my Junior year season, I played nose guard on defense and offensive guard. For my Senior year, I played nose guard and moved to left tackle on offense.
Outside of football and school, I am an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. My Eagle Project entailed finding and delivering donated furniture for the Clay Miller Legacy Room at Lincoln College Preporatory Academy High School in Kansas City, Missouri, in memory of my cousin, Clay Miller, who was a gifted artist and passed away in a car accident three years ago. Scouting has taught me many valuable lessons and has allowed me to participate in several High Adventure trips including tall ship sailing in the Florida Keys, 2 backpacking trips for 10 days each at Philmont Boy Scout Ranch in New Mexico and numerous camping trips with Troop 122. I consider myself an avid outdoorsman now as a result of the experiences, guidance, mentorship and opportunities given to me by my parents and the Boy Scouts of America. I feel well equipped, capable and prepared for life ahead.
HIGHLIGHTS (2017 Pancakes)
“A high level line prospect that shows solid production on both sides of the football as a defensive and offensive tackle. Like him on the offensive side, an excellent run blocker, quick off the ball with nice balance and rapid follow up footwork to finish. Has a number of pancake blocks. A solid defensive tackle, holds his ground versus vertical contact and works well in the box area, could see him as a 2 gap 3-4 defensive end with his length. Projects well to higher levels.”
Size/Strength/SpeedA big body lineman that possesses premium height and very good thickness throughout. Displays above average functional strength, especially in the lower half and displays above average tight space mobility. Runs well in the open showing nice athleticism.PhysicalityLike his quickness off the ball leading to a strong base block to generate nice vertical push, A solid high wrap tackler with effective hand uses to shed blocks quickly to make plays. Finishing blocks well as seen in in the number of pancake blocks. As a pass blocker, he can overwhelm smaller defenders with his quickness and strength. A physical finisher and will bring rushers to the ground.Initial QuicknessNice athleticism for his size, plays light on his feet and can get steps up and down to gain ground off the ball. Displays above lateral agility and redirect with nice bend in the lower joints.LATEST TWEETS:
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