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Zhaiel Smith New Mexico
File WR-694 · National rank 5131 · 2028 class

Zhaiel Smith

#6· New Mexico ·WR ·So ·2028 Draft · Portland, Ore.
5'11"Height 188 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Limited SampleReturning Starter
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Quick Notes
Zhaiel Smith is a sophomore wide receiver who projects as a starter for New Mexico. He profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#694 WR / 1947
#5131 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Productive returning WR — 8 rec, 112 yds, 0 TD (2025). Grade benchmarked to a Mountain West draft-outcome projection, not inflated.

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WR Keys 2025 · New Mexico
8
Rec
Better than 46% of 894 WRs
112
Rec Yds
Better than 51% of 915 WRs
0
TD
Better than 23% of 899 WRs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#3119
National
#265
Position
#23
State
High SchoolTualatin
HometownPortland, Ore.
Players Like Him
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk