South Carolina TE Michael Smith flashes starter-level upside after a productive freshman debut
Michael Smith already looks like a key piece for South Carolina: as a true freshman in 2024, he played in 12 of 13 games, made seven starts, and finished with 10 catches for 106 yards and a touchdown, then entered 2025 as a returning starter despite missing spring ball with a shoulder injury.[10] At 6'6" with strong athletic traits in EA Sports College Football 26 (89 acceleration, 89 jumping, 91 stamina, 91 toughness), he brings size, burst, and reliability that can stress defenses vertically and in the red zone.[6]
