Devin Smith
Co-Director
Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, Devin Smith is a proud graduate of Massillon Washington High School, where he earned 1st Team All-Ohio honors in both football and basketball. A 3-time state champion in track and field, he secured a full athletic scholarship to The Ohio State University, where he excelled as a two-sport athlete.
On the football field, Devin Smith cemented his legacy as one of the program’s all-time greats, finishing top 10 in career receiving yards, top 4 in career receiving touchdowns, and top 10 in single-season touchdown receptions. He was a key member of the 2014 College Football National Championship team. In track and field, he continued his success, achieving a 3rd-place finish in the high jump at the Big Ten Indoor Championships and a 2nd-place finish at the Big Ten Outdoor Championships, clearing 7-0.25—one of the top five jumps in Ohio State history. He also competed as a sprinter in the 4x100m relay at the NCAA Outdoor Championships, earning Honorable Mention All-America honors. After graduating from The Ohio State University, Devin Smith was selected in the second round (37th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. Over his 8-year professional career, he also played for the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, New England Patriots, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Carolina Panthers. A proven athlete with a relentless work ethic, Devin Smith continues to train for future opportunities in football while exploring his passions off the field and helping young athletes improve their skills