Brody Smith
Brody Smith is a three-star recruit from Knoxville, TN, out of Maryville (No. 1,211 in the 2026 class) who has not played in NC State's 8 games this season.
Where Smith comes from
- Knoxville, TN
- Maryville
- Maryville is about 300 miles from Carter-Finley Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,211 in the 2026 class.
Where Smith fits
NC State lists 21 offensive linemen this season.
NC State offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 33rd in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
NC State is 4-4. Next: vs Duke, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Maryville
Also from Knoxville, TN
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at tackle for NC State -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 33rd nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
NC State has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 7 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Ikem Ekwonu was one of them, an All-American.
Joined NC State in 2026
- 2026 NC State DoerenYear 1 · Games –
- High school MaryvilleMaryville, TN · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,211 in the 2026 class. Signed with NC State.Also from Maryville: Noah Vaughn (Virginia) and DJ Burks (Tennessee).
2026
- Signed with NC StateThree-star, out of Maryville