Arian Smith
New York Jets·#82·6'0"·179 lb·Rookie·GeorgiaOur College Grade
How good he was in college at what his position is supposed to do, out of 100. Scored against everyone else at his position, adjusted for the level he played at. This is not his NFL grade.
College Production
Georgia · SEC
| Season | G | Tgt | Rec | Yds | TD | Pos Rk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 7 | 12 | 7 | 198 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 8 | 16 | 8 | 168 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 14 | 56 | 47 | 753 | 4 | 158 |
The seasons in our college data. It does not always reach back to a player's first year.
Scouting Report
Georgia · 2025 draft class
Smith is an explosive receiver with elite speed and big-play ability. He displays rare straight-line speed, stretching defenses vertically and taking the top off coverages. As a route runner, Smith is developing, working to create separation with more precise breaks and using his speed to create cushion. At the catch point, he shows improving body control, adjusting to passes in the air and tracking the deep ball effectively. Smith demonstrates developing hands, working to catch away from his body consistently. His speed presents a constant threat to defenses and opens opportunities for teammates underneath.
Strengths
- Elite speed
- explosiveness
- vertical threat
- big-play ability
- stretch the field
- track ability
- development trajectory
- spacing creation
- special teams value
- acceleration
Concerns
- Route precision needs significant refinement
- route tree is limited
- hands can be inconsistent
- play strength must improve
- can struggle against physical press coverage
- blocking in the run game requires development