2017 National Signing Day: 10 Biggest Names to Know

8. Devonta Smith, 4-star WR (Amite, LA)

Devonta Smith is currently entrenched in a recruiting battle between SEC rivals Alabama and LSU. The four-star wide receiver prospect ranks 64th in the nation, ninth at his position and is second overall in the state of Louisiana, according to 247 Sports.

The speedy receiver cancelled his visit scheduled to Miami on January 27, only because of a basketball game though. But as of now, his decision still remains a mystery. He took official visits to LSU on January 13 and Alabama on January 20. He also took an official visit to Florida State, but its look like they’re out of the mix. His top three choices are Alabama, LSU and Miami, because of head coach Mark Richt.

At 6-foot-1 and 160 pounds, Smith is a deepfield threat that can instantly put an SEC offense on top. The LSU Tigers have nine receivers listed for next season as well as three commits already. The Crimson Tide, on the other hand, have just two commits and nine receivers. If Smith has early playing time on his mind, his direction should be easy. Five-star receiver Jerry Jeudy and four-star receiver Tyrell Shavers are already two high-profile commits for Alabama.

Smith was originally committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. But he decommitted from them last January after Coach Richt’s departure. Current predictions have Smith choosing the Crimson Tide on National Signing Day.