Kavosiey Smoke RB Colorado | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Kavosiey Smoke RB Colorado
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.57 seconds (47%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.57 seconds (47%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: |
50.0 / 100
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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79% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| Rushing: |
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60% |
| Break Tackles: |
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44% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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49% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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32% |
| Run Blocking: |
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64% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#397
Position rank:
#35
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| College Games: 43 College Snaps: 761 | ||
ESPN RATING: 74/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#581
Pos Rank:
#83
State Rank:
#38
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 87/100
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| Ovr Rank: #711 Pos Rank: #55 | ||
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| John Lovett - Penn State |
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67% |
| Kyle Porter - Houston |
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66% |
| B.J. Smith - Troy |
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63% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Kavosiey Smoke from Wetumpka High School was rated a 3-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 3-star grade by 247 Sports. Following high school, Smoke joined Kentucky.In 2018 as a freshman Smoke saw action in just one game for the Wildcats as he ran for just 45 yards on 4 attempts for an outstanding 11.3 yards per carry, with one TD, with no fumbles. As a receiver he made no receptions for no yards.
As a sophomore in 2019 he played 13 games. and rushed for 615 yards on 101 carries for an elite 6.1 ypc, with 6 TDs, with no fumbles. In the passing game he pulled in only 2 receptions for 26 yards.
In 2020 as a junior Smoke saw action in 7 games for the Wildcats. He ran for 229 yards on 47 attempts for 4.9 ypc, with one TD, with no fumbles. As a receiver he made only 5 receptions for 25 yards.
As a senior in 2021 he played in 12 games and ran for 414 yards on 81 carries for an impressive average of 5.1 ypc, with 4 TDs, with one fumble. In the passing game he had one reception for 12 yards.
As a fifth year senior in 2022 he played in 7 games and ran for 263 yards on 58 carries for average of 4.5 ypc, with one TD, with 2 fumbles. In the passing game he had 3 receptions for 30 yards.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Flashes initial burst and good lateral quickness to sidestep defenders or bounce runs outside with very good foot quickness. Displays very good feel as an inside and outside runner with above average vision to make sharp cuts - good patience· and footwork to pick through defenses.
- He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Smoke runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward.
- He has the flexible ankles to turn the corner and get around the perimeter when the opportunity presents itself.
- He has outstanding lateral agility; his jump cuts combined with stop-start ability make him difficult to get a hold of.
- Smoke finishes runs well and flashes the ability to get small and squeeze through traffic.
- He’s a natural pass catcher, at his best pulling in swing passes and heading upfield. He’s a natural in the screen game as well. His hands are good enough that Smoke can line up in the slot.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- His speed is good, he’s not a burner. Smoke doesn’t have ideal size and power for blitz pickup.
- He’s not physically imposing. He is small-framed and won’t be able to carry much more weight.
- Smoke isn’t going to overwhelm opposing defensive backs with speed and athleticism.
Kavosiey Smoke percentiles vs other Running Backs (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Kavosiey Smoke (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
460.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
44.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.