Devon Smith Class: Sophomore Hometown: White Plains, Md. High School: Westlake Height / Weight: 5-7 / 157 Position: WR Experience: SO H.S. Coach: Dom Zaccarelli

It didn't take long for Devon Smith to make an immediate impression on the coaching staff with his speed, athleticism and big-play potential. The Maryland product stepped onto the practice field last August and clocked a sub-4.3 40 time, among the fastest 40 times in program history. It was clear Smith's blistering speed and skills needed to be utilized during his true freshman season. The former Westlake HS standout made an impressive debut in the season-opener against Akron, gaining 75 all-purpose yards via two receptions, two kick returns and one carry. He appeared in 11 games last season. A former Maryland prep state champion in the 100 and 200 meters, Smith is a talented, multi-dimensional player. Possessing great quickness, athleticism and instincts, Smith has the ability to influence an opposing defense with, or without, the ball in his hands. He will need to continue to work hard and improve in his bid to play a more significant role with the offense and on special teams in 2010. Smith is one of 10 returning Nittany Lions from Maryland.

2009 Freshman Season
Smith made two receptions for 25 yards, had two kick returns for 43 yards and one rush for seven yards in an impressive collegiate debut, helping the Nittany Lions beat Akron in the season-opener. Smith appeared in 11 games, making four catches for 30 yards, rushing for 33 yards on just four carries (8.2) and gaining 91 yards on five kickoff returns. He also made catches against Syracuse and Iowa. Smith suffered a mild concussion against Iowa and did not travel for the Illinois game. He returned to the field the following week to deliver a season-long 18-yard scamper against Eastern Illinois. Smith was on the field for 100 snaps, led by 17 in the win over Temple.

High School
Smith was a standout athlete at Westlake HS. As a senior for Coach Dom Zaccarelli, he gained 1,816 yards on 250 carries and scored 24 touchdowns. Smith also gained 422 receiving yards on 18 receptions and scored four times. He returned three kicks for touchdowns. He earned wide receiver MVP honors at the 2007 Nike Camp. Smith was a Maryland state champion in the 100 and 200 meters.

Personal
Full name is Devon D. Smith. He is the son of Terrence and Cassandra Smith. He has one older brother, Donnell, and one sister, D'Naya. Born February 16, 1991 in Prince Georges County, Md.