Jack Smith

[RDUBoiler]

Rivals is reporting that we signed Florida LB Jack Smith. Nice to see Brohm pick up another talented player in an area of need.

https://purdue.rivals.com/news/late...-florida-linebacker-for-2018-recruiting-class

 

[Bullwhip Griffith]

Good pick up. Needed another outside linebacker. Needs time at the buffet and strength room but looks good on film

 

[nat100]

I thought that we should not of withdrawn offer made earlier to JC LB Evander Craft from COD who had size and maturity to contribute next fall. However, I would guess the reasoning was Smith has greater upside and bigger frame. Its apparent this staff does not want to fill roster deficiencies with JC players any longer and wants to build going forward thru focus on solid HS recruiting. .... the team will develop a stronger culture as a result and leaves me to think Brohm intends to remain here for the long term, which is a positive

Injury issue with craft

 

[Pu71indy]

Injury issue with craft

I think Brohm said injury was not an issue. But he signed with Toledo so he must not of had any other good offers.

 

[pboiler18]

Like this signing. Good size for OLB and looks decently quick. Needs to bulk up but he'll contribute in his time here I believe.

 

[nat100]

I think Brohm said injury was not an issue. But he signed with Toledo so he must not of had any other good offers.

Brohm wouldnt comment on an unsigned prospect.

 

[Wolegib]

Looking at his numerical rating on 24/7, he would be our 8th best commitment at the same level as ILB Alexander and OT Bramel and just ahead of Trice. that's a pretty good catch for getting a very late start recruiting him.

 

[Bullwhip Griffith]

Brohm wouldnt comment on an unsigned prospect.

Wasn't it a combo of injury and not being a midyear guy?

 

[KentuckyBoiler]

Welcome aboard Mr Smith! We are glad to have you.

 

[Dandelion1972]

Welcome aboard Jack! Boiler up!

 

[Born Boiler]

He's got a Hall of Fame name ... forgive me as I flash back to Jackie Smith, 6-foot-4 Hall of Fame tight end for the St. Louis Football Cardinals from 1963-1977 ... 210 games with 480 receptions for 7,918 yards and five Pro Bowls.

 

[PaBoiler78]

He's got a Hall of Fame name ... forgive me as I flash back to Jackie Smith, 6-foot-4 Hall of Fame tight end for the St. Louis Football Cardinals from 1963-1977 ... 210 games with 480 receptions for 7,918 yards and five Pro Bowls.

nice late in the game addition at a position of need in this class.

 

[IUHDog]

He's got a Hall of Fame name ... forgive me as I flash back to Jackie Smith, 6-foot-4 Hall of Fame tight end for the St. Louis Football Cardinals from 1963-1977 ... 210 games with 480 receptions for 7,918 yards and five Pro Bowls.

Too bad he'll mostly be remembered for the dropped TD pass that quite possibly cost Dallas a Super Bowl victory against the Steelers.