Round 3, Pick 74 - Jacksonville Jaguars - D'Anthony Smith

D’Anthony Smith, DT, Louisiana Tech

Ht: 6’ 2 1/8” Wt: 304

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Jacksonville is looking to replace the once dominate inside force that was Marcus Stroud and John Henderson.  Alualu was a high-energy over-achiever, but Smith is the opposite.  Like many big men, he has an inconsistent motor, and it will be hard to tell if he will improve after receiving a NFL contract.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Looks the part and will be selected on his size and movement skills alone, but he lacks the competitiveness required in the NFL’s trenches. Is not the constant penetrator his skill set indicates and lacks base strength to hold his own on an every-down basis. Versatility and athletic ability are attractive enough to warrant a starting job but appears destined to disappoint.

NFL projection: Third- to fourth-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  Smith wasn’t flashy at the Senior Bowl, but proved that he could handle the step up in competition.  He doesn’t have the rare size or athleticism to warrant a first-round grade, but he ranks among the more intriguing second-tier defensive tackle prospects.  A team looking for a young defensive tackle ready to contribute immediately but still possessing some upside, will be sure to consider the former Bulldog in the middle rounds.

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