Nolan Smith - Destined Since IMG Academy?!

Nolan Smith looks like he's been in the spotlight since high school and is very comfortable with that position. The Georgia native from Savannah moved to Bradenton, Fla to attend the IMG Academy to get his name out there in recruiting circles and as shown in the clip he made full use of the opportunity!

The IMG Academy, a nationally known and recognized powerhouse in football is an interesting case study in how profitable football is in the southern regions of the United States. Their website really promotes their status and visitors come away with this is where you come if you want to be put on the college recruitment wheel.  Check out the Campus tour for the Academy:

Smith, under IMG's vast resources and hands on training (see the facilities), propelled into the number 1 player at IMG and onward to Georgia where he continued his rise as a leader and Edge Rusher on the most dominant defense in college football.

The Philadelphia Eagles drafted Smith #30 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft and he looks like a future leader and presence for a rabid fan base.

It sure feels good to be a Philly fan these days!