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Jaylon Smith, 6-2/235 Linebacker Notre Dame Jaylon Smith Scouting Report By Charlie Campbell Strengths: Excellent pass-coverage linebacker Man-coverage ability vs TEs, WRs, RBs Tremendous instincts Superb tackler Very good pass-rusher Rare closing speed All over the field; big problem for offenses Amazing athlete Naturally strong Very fast Prevents separation Agility Quick feet Ball skills Skilled…

Strengths: Great production since sophomore year Big-time hitter Prototype size and strength Always around the ball; active Explosive athlete Diagnoses run well Disengages from blockers Aggressive Comfortable in space Good pursuit Physical Good vision and can locate ball-carrier Durable High upside Weaknesses: Doesn’t always take proper angles Hips could be more fluid; a little stiff…