ANDRE SMITH: NFL DRAFT WATCH

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Published: March 17, 2009

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... Smith started every game of his career except the January 2009 Sugar Bowl (suspension), and developed into an elite pro prospect.

A massive presence with rare athleticism, Smith was arguably the most valuable player in Alabama's rise this season, and his absence was obvious in the Tide's loss to Utah in the Sugar Bowl.

After becoming only the seventh true freshman in school history to start the opening game of his career, Smith quickly developed into a star, voted as a true sophomore as the co-recipient (along with Arkansas center Jonathan Luigs) of the 2008 Jacobs Blocking Trophy, presented annually by the SEC coaches to the best blocker in the conference.

A consensus All-American voted the Outland Trophy winner, Smith had a spectacular junior campaign until being suspended for the Tide's Sugar Bowl date with Utah for improper dealings with a sports agent.

While scouts are sure to question Smith's priorities, his play is without question. A dominant run...

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