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2015 NFL Draft prospect
Za'Darius Smith
age 22.6 · 6'4" · 274 lb
On the live board, bust risk sits at 26% and the realistic range is No. 111 to No. 208.
Limited public-board coverage (0 boards) — grade leans on stats + athleticism alone
Backtest: model vs. reality
The model graded Za'Darius Smith at pick #42; he was actually picked #122 by BAL. 3 NFL seasons in, he's carved out a genuine role (grading 7.6 of 20 per season). So far, that's a point for our board. Model expects a second-deal AAV around $17M/yr.
Overview
Headline grade, verdict, and the one-line scout take
Draftanomics Rank
Speculative#42EDGE·Kentucky
We had him No. 42 on draft night; BAL didn't call his name until No. 122 — a 80-pick gap between our board and the league's. His career is settling that argument now.
Scouting report
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Why this grade
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Consensus
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Production
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Risk1
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Team fit5
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Will he be there?
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Comps0
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Film & notes
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