Thompson High School edge rusher Jared Smith is one of the most heralded prospects in the country. The Alabama native holds 18 offers and has the attention of major programs, including the Tennessee Volunteers. He’s visited Knoxville four times since 2022 and has developed a strong relationship with the coaching staff. Smith ranks as the No. 29 prospect in the 2025 class, according to the 247Sports’ Composite Rankings. He set four official visits for this summer, which will be crucial in helping him determine where he wants to play college football. Smith confirmed his travel plans with On3’s Chad Simmons and delved into his interest in each school. Jared Smith Official Visits South Carolina: May 31 Georgia: June 7 Tennessee: June 14 USC: June 21 “Coach Garner and Coach Chop are my best relationships there. They are both old-school type guys. They just got Jordan Ross there, and I know him from Vestavia, so he is a really good guy. Just the home feeling those guys bring, and the way they communicate with me every single day.” Jared Smith to On3 on Tennessee
