Carter Smith-OT/OG-Indiana

Phoenix49ers · 2026-01-18T15:09:53-08:00

Possibility that he can hang at left tackle in the NFL, if not then he seems well projected to be an excellent guard, possibly even a center at the NFL level. I think he has the upside to be a possible successor to Trent while stepping in and being a starter at LG from Day 1. He's a case of a player being so good that you just end up finding a spot for him somewhere. He's an experienced starter that has been ridiculously consistent as a pass protector and has shown improvement in his run blocking technique. Going to be interesting to see him matched up against Miami's edge rushers tomorrow night. Will continue to bang the drum for #Indiana LT Carter Smith. Gets those hands inside the frame, latches on and doesn't let go. Hasn't allowed a pressure across 48 pass blocking snaps in the playoffs. pic.twitter.com/ntBjFym2DW— Devin Jackson (@RealD_Jackson) January 11, 2026I'm very bullish on Indiana LT Carter Smith's NFL potential with plays like this.Watch how fast Smith gets to the second level. Before Roman Hemby even crosses the LOS, Smith is almost 10 yards downfield.300 pound lineman aren't supposed to be this athletic and agile. #iufb pic.twitter.com/umZCCJnNGi— Jared Kelly (@Jared_Kelly7) September 8, 2025I don't think people realize just how good Carter Smith has been.- 5 total pressures allowed (in 766 snaps - 99.3%)- 0 sacks allowed- 2nd best pass blocking grade (for all OL via PFF in FBS)- 11th best run blocking gradeThose are 1st round pick numbers. #iufb https://t.co/H8vSvb7zlE— jamie (@JordanJamie) December 4, 2025Detroit Lions Draft Prospect: LT Carter Smith — Indiana Games watched: @ PSU, vs. OSU, vs. ORE pic.twitter.com/bRp8MINcJ0— Al Karsten (@FootballGuy_Al) January 15, 2026#Indiana LT Carter Smith did a nice job moving Alabama defenders in the run game and showcasing his upper body strength and strain ability. Always driving his legs and rooting out defenders to create running lanes. pic.twitter.com/lMrIHILqRS— Devin Jackson (@RealD_Jackson) January 3, 2026Lowest allowed pressure rate, FBS tackles:Spencer Fano, Utah: 1.4%Carter Smith, Indiana: 1.4%Jacarrius Peak, NC State: 1.6%Trevor Lauck, Iowa: 1.9%Melvin Siani, Wake Forest: 1.9%Nathan Elwood, Air Force: 2.0%Cayden Green, Missouri: 2.2%Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame: 2.2%… pic.twitter.com/yyfAVPlULk— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) December 2, 2025Indiana OT Carter Smith (6-5, 313) makes 37th consecutive starts today vs Alabama&diams;?Smooth kickslide; balanced mirroring & ⚓?in pass pro; nice strike to protect inside moves&diams;?Strong & aggressive in the run; hangs tough toward the end of the play to drive defenders from the 🏈… pic.twitter.com/PtX5Y9Wa12— Clint Goss (@NFLDraftDome) January 1, 2026

Jan 18, 2026 at 9:58 PM

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I think he goes Day 2 because of his tape and just the quality of NFL ready players Indiana is pumping out these days. Some interestingly project him at Center in the NFL, but I think LG will be his calling.

Jan 19, 2026 at 4:10 PM

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Also Pat Coogan, plays C and G, he's a mauler.

Jan 19, 2026 at 4:53 PM

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Originally posted by jersey49er:
Also Pat Coogan, plays C and G, he's a mauler.

He's more of a late rounder but I would be happy with both. Would add an instant infusion of meanness and grit to this OL.

Jan 21, 2026 at 3:30 AM

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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by jersey49er:
Also Pat Coogan, plays C and G, he's a mauler.

He's more of a late rounder but I would be happy with both. Would add an instant infusion of meanness and grit to this OL.

This! Please draft both, heard good things from a leadership standpoint as well.