Lucas Smalls-Allen brings SEC-style size and disruptive backfield production to Wake Forest
In the 2025 high school season, Lucas Smalls-Allen emerged as a physically imposing DL prospect at 6-3 and about 270 pounds, pairing that frame with strong production: 149 career tackles, 35 tackles for loss, and 14 sacks, including 61 tackles, 18 TFL, and 2 sacks in his senior year at Blessed Trinity. He’s a three-star with multi-sport athleticism, and the buzz is that he can play with real edge and upside for his size. Wake Forest is betting on a sturdy, high-motor interior defender who can plug gaps and still flash pass-rush juice.
