Zion Smith is a three-star recruit from Townsend, DE, out of DeMatha Catholic (No. 774 in the 2026 class) who has not played in North Carolina's 8 games this season.
Where Smith comes from
- Townsend, DE
- DeMatha Catholic
- DeMatha Catholic is about 250 miles from Kenan Stadium
- Three-star, No. 774 in the 2026 class.
Where Smith fits
North Carolina lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
North Carolina offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 47th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
North Carolina is 4-4. Next: at UConn, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From DeMatha Catholic
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for North Carolina -- 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 47th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
North Carolina has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen. 5 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Asim Richards went on to the NFL out of this room (2023).
Joined North Carolina in 2026
- 2026 North Carolina BelichickYear 1 · Games –
- High school DeMatha CatholicHyattsville, MD · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 774 in the 2026 class. Signed with North Carolina.Also from DeMatha Catholic: Jason Moore (Ohio State), Tree Babalade (Nebraska), Darrell Carey (Maryland) and 16 more.
2026
- Signed with North CarolinaThree-star, out of DeMatha Catholic
