DeVonta Smith: Highlights from his Heisman Season | CBS Sports HQ

It's very fitting that Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith saw himself as the runaway choice to win the 2020 Heisman Trophy in a straw poll conducted by CBS Sports. After all, Smith ran away from defenses for most of the season.
Smith was the frontrunner to win the Heisman on Tuesday night after catching 105 passes for 1,641 yards and 20 touchdowns so far this season. He leads the country in all three categories. Smith would be the first wideout to win the award since Michigan's Desmond Howard in 1991. Notre Dame's Tim Brown (1987) and Nebraska's Johnny Rodgers (1972) are the only other receivers in the modern era to win the award.
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[@Doobie_AdamsSSB]

His running style is so smooth...he doesn’t look like he’s moving that fast, until he starts leaving everyone else behind lol

[@stefanogasasira9406]

same i was like it doesn’t look like he’s running fast but he’s dusting everyone, very smooth

[@bennyblanco2091]

That’s the trademark of a naturally gifted runner. Deion Sanders ran the same way.

[@elijahmitchell195]

Called long strides

[@spaceghost4628]

@@bennyblanco2091 precisely, Erick Dickerson as well.. beautiful runner

[@sharkdeepwater8]

@@stefanogasasira9406 its the lift in the knee that gives him the float through the running gait. That float is longer than the average.

[@simpleman9244]

This program has a legit pro “Big-three” with their QB, RB and WR. Absolutely incredible for a college team to have this level of talent.

[@valonarious5399]

And if waddle wasnt injured we wouldve been talking about 4

[@topher3178]

Do you think Dolphins should draft Smith a 175 lb WR with the third pick ?

[@Chozo_Ghost]

@@valonarious5399 A lot more people are saying that Waddle will be coming back for the NC game :D

[@majedtobasi7551]

@@topher3178 still a Heisman winner so stfu

[@valonarious5399]

@@topher3178 I'd love to see Tua and smith reunite again and have good chemistry, definitely worth a 3rd pick in the draft to boost that offense.

[@unordinarilyordinary1965]

He knew what he was doing. There was a reason he didn't go pro

[@kevgtw]

Why

[@leerobertsiv447]

@@kevgtw Your answer will come when Alabama plays Ohio State (hopefully).

[@ttrue8]

kevrmx so his draft number would increase and he’d get a better rookie contract. Had he entered last year with Jerry Jeudy and Henry Ruggs III he probably wouldn’t be projected to go first round or early in the draft but with this season (and the Heisman) under his belt he’s almost certain to go first round.

[@kevgtw]

@@ttrue8 shiii that’s smart af

[@ttrue8]

kevrmx 😂😂😂 right

[@blakekeane5507]

DS doing so well at the Eagles, I just had to watch this to see what his college play looked like. Supreme aerial skills and hand/eye co-ordination, fast and smooth as silk, tough as nails. He is a pleasure to watch.

[@Treyfc]

I know this is an older comment, but you missed out forsure not seeing this season unfold live! Keep in mind, 117 receptions, 1800+ yards, and 23 tds in 13 games! Legendary stretch

[@danielallyway]

He runs extremely well after catch!

[@polorockstar31]

I wish he was playing when i was in high school. He inspires the smaller undersized kids that they can still be great no matter what.

[@CrazyWeatherDude]

Congratulations DeVonta Smith for your record breaking Heisman winning season! Roll Tide Roll!

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6HddH6Cp6eafck

[@kyliefarris5971]

He still has one more game to go, if he gets one more touchdown he breaks the record for most SEC receiving touchdowns which stands at 20 and four more he breaks the record which stands at I believe 23. So he could break one more record this year!

[@jdeezy1200]

He is gonna be special.

[@alexroberts9386]

I doubt he’ll be too hot in the league, he can’t break any tackles at all and NFL corners aren’t gonna be gettin routed up as easy

[@ryyanoh]

@@alexroberts9386 nah hes the better version of calvin ridley

[@mroverdose14]

@@alexroberts9386 I agree with this take. Not sorry or anything but he's not as good as the top WRs from just last year.

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6HddH6Cp6eafck

[@JirenUS]

@@mroverdose14 he is

[@2upmolly262]

He’s so good that his highlights are kinda boring 😂 he’s just running right past everyone

[@suric4828]

I’ll just say DeVonta had me at 2nd and 26. Bama fans know what I’m talking about. #RollTide❤️

[@TabNaji]

I'm here to study DeVonta Smiths Game so I can get better at mine. One day ima be where he's at

[@jordanhebert8475]

This man is legendary

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6HddH6Cp6eafck

[@gdo3510]

His physical stature, route running, and hands reminds me of Marvin Harrison. Just a nightmare to cover for a CB.

[@jimbrown341]

I don't think that's a good comparison. Devonta Smith 175lbs soaking wet. He's also way faster than Marvin Harrison was. To me, his NFL comparison is DeSean Jackson. Super skinny, blazing top speed, etc. Having said that... I really don't like his build. He looks like the sort of guy who will be on the injury list a lot. Taking hits from grown men, I don't know how his body will hold up. Not many people throughout NFL's history with a build that slender that have succeeded at a high level without sustaining a bunch of injuries. Availability is one of the most important attributes to a player.... Saquon Barkley constantly on IR is no good.

[@gdo3510]

@@jimbrown341 the way he moves is very similar to DeSean Jackson. Good call. Not sure if he’s got the top end speed of Jackson and he’s also not way faster than Marvin Harrison. He might be faster at a top speed but Harrison was no slouch and extremely quick, but I guess we will see how he does at the combine. He certainly doesn’t have too many problems beating deep. I’m not as concerned as you about his build, and if you’re smart you can avoid big hits.

[@kylekissack4633]

That's a decent comparison..marvin had better speed..if smith can perfect his footwork and route running he could have similar success

[@taylormolitoris9131]

@@jimbrown341 they aren't even allowed to hit receivers anymore in the nfl, he'll be fine

[@jimbrown341]

@@taylormolitoris9131 They aren't allowed to hit their heads, but this boy's legs are his weak spot and they can hit those tooth picks for legs ALL DAY LONG. He's going to get broke so fast. He couldn't even make it through the National Championship game without getting hurt.

[@Jameywells777]

DeVonta Smith #6 the legend ... enough said

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

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[@TAmrman]

Thoroughly deserved... Amazing player

[@varunprabhu2535]

Congrats to DeVonta Smith!

[@thespectraldogg1277]

Did he win the Heisman Trophy?

[@goatmaro9518]

@@thespectraldogg1277 he did

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6HddH6Cp6eafck

[@elmeramadorea]

Fly Eagles Fly! Let's goooo!

[@anandguruji83]

DEVONTA SMITH WINNER: 2020 HEISMAN TROPHY

[@anandguruji83]

DEVONTA SMITH WINNER: 2020 HEISMAN TROPHY

[@gdo3510]

Well deserved

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

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[@gmoneyxrg9647]

2021

[@nathangibney2761]

It helped Waddle was out early in the season. Davonta stepped up and had a legendary season.

[@duckglaciers]

Had waddle be back smith wouldn’t have win Heisman, it’s a good thing waddle was out

[@MrSPIDEY21]

To be honest idk how he won the heisman...for a receiver to win the heisman I was expecting touchdown after touchdown...like a desean jackson or Corey brown...explosive playmaking type stuff...or even a John Ross...

[@MrSPIDEY21]

How people talked about this guy I was expecting a touchdown highlight reel...I’m not saying he isn’t good but I don’t understand how this is a legendary season...go watch John Ross junior year...it’s totally different

[@nathangibney2761]

@@MrSPIDEY21 The difference between Smith and Ross is Pac 12 vs SEC. The SEC is a different breed compared to the Pac. Now Davonta didn't have a record setting year but he put that team on top. Mac needed him just to be in the conversation. So maybe legendary is a little much but he definitely deserved the award.

[@nathangibney2761]

@@MrSPIDEY21 I did go back and watch Ross highlights. He was a beast!

[@alod247]

Prime AB burst with even more top speed, pro route running and toughness to go over the middle. Impressive WR

[@MrSPIDEY21]

He didn’t have more top speed than AB…you trippin

[@Martin19138]

Definitely not faster than AB

[@JT-gm4fk]

This video also gives you a great appreciation for Mac's decision making, accuracy and touch on the ball.

[@sports3117]

He was the best player in college football. He really deserved it!!

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6HddH6Cp6eafck

[@ll0g4n1]

Some of yall dont know why he stayed, he made a promise to one of his mentors that he would win the heisman and it would stay in the mentors shop forever, and the mentor said before he was even in college that Devonta would win the heisman

[@joshuapowers1239]

Man thats a good back story

[@ll0g4n1]

@@joshuapowers1239 fr

[@NolaH-sb4vf]

And

[@ll0g4n1]

@@NolaH-sb4vf and what

[@NolaH-sb4vf]

@@ll0g4n1 you act as though you know this person.....I work with 200 people just like you in Alabama no lives of your own so you have to grab on to what ever tidbit of excitement in someone else life and act as though it part of you some how .....role ajax

[@Big3DREAMER]

I dont really watch college football but I had to watch these dudes higlights after last night. But One thing I learned from this video, besides the fact that this dude's speed, route running, and hands are phenomenal.. is that Steve Sarkisan's play calling is a thing of beauty

[@andrewhiedelburg4576]

The Allen Iverson of wide receivers!

[@lynngatrell7965]

That tackle by Metchie! BOOM!! That was unforgettable. I bet that dude was seeing double after that.

[@scottrackley4457]

That was one hell of a lick for a guy his size

[@rwr773]

Welcome to Philly!

[@_D_E_N_N_I_S_]

Came back here a couple years later and I’m so grateful this kid is an eagle. Great personality and character. He had a few catches this year that blew me away. Everyone was saying he was too small, well he plays like a big dawg.

[@patrickevans5467]

I remember that Desmond Howard season in '91. It felt like his Heisman season 'to win' all that season. Every game was a highlight reel. Smith's season was definitely the closest thing to it. An extreme focus to be dominant game after game is very rare.

[@binkybeecutie381]

Devonta smith is so likeable can't wait to see him succeed in the nfl

[@jrun26301]

Always working. So persistent each play Louisiana and Bama must be proud. He earned it and this is coming from a UF fan

[@niss2142]

I'm listening to the nit-wits on Philly talk radio saying Smitty might not be able to take a hit from NFL DBs. Maybe they need to watch the clips at @4:39 and @4:45 The Vols were trying to kill him. The LSU game @8:54. Response by Smitty? 231yds and 3TDs. LET'S GOOOOO!

[@King_Kunta]

He will be def able to take db hits. Now when he runs the middle and has Anthony Barr coming full speed how will he take that one? I’m a Vikings fan but being from Philly then Eagles are my 2nd team. I wanted Eagles to get this kid.

[@awes6709]

I don't know about not taking a hit but I think he's definitely going to start having injury problems throughout the season and career in the NFL if he doesn't bulk up some. His measurables arent great either.

[@niss2142]

@@awes6709 And? 875yds receiving this year. Not bad for a rookie on a team that has a QB that doesn't even throw more than 30 attempts a game. PHL needs a QB that can spin that ball and the Golden Gazelle will take off.

[@awes6709]

@@niss2142 I'm happy we're in the playoffs and he's a good leader. Devonta smith is just incredible route runner with high IQ and there's familiarity there, but if people can't see this is not sustainable in the future without him learning how to make high level throws then I don't know what to say. This season was one hundred percent on this olines back.

[@awes6709]

@@niss2142 Niss sorry wrong comment ... Ya Devonta is incredible. You have to admit though. He's got the physical presence of a posicle stick.

[@180nrd]

He’s absolutely amazing!!

[@TheJoshua9965]

This man is just special. Thats all you can say. He's special

[@babylondestroyer3233]

So proud of all the contenders!!!! Tough call!!!! Go Devonta!!!!

[@jumpinjack889]

Earned, deserved and it came down to best player, best conference, best division, best team. No excuses, no special accommodations, just on the field in a real season and the toughest fields in the highest profile games. Roll Tide D, Roll Tide

[@bestwr5]

WOOOOOOOO AWESOME KID he is special

[@BatMAn-cc9mn]

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[@smitty_0889]

Out of all the players at Alabama, he scares me the most. Najee Harris too.

[@vancecoyner3339]

Congrats to DeVonta Smith! Can't wait to see him in the NFL!

[@chiefssoldsb5573]

On the eagles

[@Palmiscianoleo]

@@chiefssoldsb5573 fuck u

[@Rlucas198823]

@@chiefssoldsb5573 Jalen Hurts and Devonta Smith would be a nice duo for sure

[@magnificent7083]

@@Palmiscianoleo nope, on the Dolphins

[@bino5379]

@@magnificent7083 nah eagles

[@kihato73]

Hats off. The route running is so mature. Elite speed; impeccable hands. Wow.

[@3mmzy]

Legend!

[@GridironEmpire]

Well deserved! Routes are crispy, good hands, high points the ball and showed toughness.

[@jennifertimmons9203]

Guys like this kid are few and far between I want to congratulate him on winning the Heisman He deserves to have this It just shows his body of work I wish him the best for his future

[@tylerbarkley8202]

Alabama reviving corps that year was insane. Best in CFB history

[@waynedavis5527]

Congratulations Devontae 🏈💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯

[@ibmor7674]

Congratulations Mr. Smith, good work sir!!!

[@KPX-nl4nt]

Thanks for the upload CBS Sports!

[@younglyyon7545]

Dude spent the season visiting the end zone.

[@leoandyumi]

Facts, I think he lived there actually kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqDVgYqAaddggLc

[@golfdude6993]

Congratulations Devonta Smith you earned it you deserved it you are the best player in the country in college football almost Unstoppable and quite a weapon for any offense

[@kelleywarriors7091]

Totally awesome

[@AlJosephShow]

Reminds of Desean Jackson speed wise and route running with a mixture of Steve Smith Sr. undersized but still catching contested passes and getting yards after catch.

[@professorxaviour3649]

Lmao 11:05 the announcer said “Holy cow” 🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣😂😂 hilarious. He’s not wrong tho!

[@juniorjay1969]

well deserved!!!!!! i was hoping for Najee Harris but that was just for selfish reasons being i am from northern calif and he grew up and went to high school 45 minutes from my house lololol Congrats Devonta Smith! this was well deserved!!!!

[@erocs9747]

War damn eagle diehard auburn fan and much respect to this guy , i thought as far as bama career cooper was the best and most clutch but this guy is...

[@angelaramshur2700]

First class guy! Well deserved! He’s going to go far in the NFL. Wish bama could have him another year. RTR!

[@oscardublina2782]

Smitty congratulations

[@BRAVITS]

He's gonna need to put on a whole lot of muscle if he wants to survive in the NFL, my mans gets rag dolled after every catch so easily

[@dizzyhart3892]

He will be fine, trust me! Rookie of the Year in the NFL wouldn’t be a bad bet

[@gmoneyxrg9647]

@@dizzyhart3892 nah Grover is probably gonna take it jags are probably gonna finish 6-10

[@gmoneyxrg9647]

Yea true especially when playing against teams like the Seahawks with them big hitters

[@sethenglish599]

He will be fine, skinny doesn’t mean weak and he holds onto the ball really well so he’ll be a great wr in the nfl

[@ceebee312]

Tyler Lockett seems to do well

[@matthewfaas6045]

Alabama loves those wheel routes and short crossing patterns. Smith fits their scheme perfectly and hopefully he will fit with the Eagles as well!! 🦅🦅

[@selfintrest332]

He reminds me of Marvin Harrison so much

[@MikeJay-on5tt]

Very interesting comparison but I can see that tho

[@bubbathenaslover]

was just thinking that

[@juanurbina3697]

Yes he does. They're both about the same size and like Marvin, DeVonta is also an outstanding rout runner.

[@HimDuncan69]

@@juanurbina3697 id say he’s more of a Antonio brown

[@mroverdose14]

@@MikeJay-on5tt He'll have to improve his Route running Dramatically but, I can see it

[@h1s41rness2]

he’s like michael thomas but waaay faster. similar to julio jones in his route running and insane catch radius. or he’s just a new wr that we have never ever seen before. this kid is a beast.

[@King_Kunta]

What makes this kid so special though is how he does it. It isn’t freakish athleticism. He is a tier 1 route runner with elite hands. Of course he is very fast

[@tokenmoose]

The fact that Landon Dickerson & smitty were on the same team in college & now the NFL is awesome

[@andrewruffin7082]

this entire squad with mac jones, najee harris, devonta smith, jaylen waddle, john metchie was so fun to watch i loved it

[@jminer6529]

Wow! Well deserved

[@leoandyumi]

Agreed! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqDVgYqAaddggLc

[@Scorpio_1974]

12:25 That HIT! It never get's old! RTR!

[@middleofthemitten]

I like him better than waddle - he has quick movements and smooth and great route running

[@MonsterMovementTV]

routes better hands better....

[@lildan419r2]

Congratulations bro

[@jamesgoines7663]

Congratulations to Devonta Smith.

[@alabamatyranthunter9404]

We had the best QB and receiver of all time on one team they are both going to be missed

[@jmthagoat]

Who else doing ur research rn 🤣🤣🤣

[@topher3178]

Future Dolphin 🤞🏼

[@MikeJay-on5tt]

@@topher3178 Team reunion huh or Waddle too

[@rollin0n4z]

FINS UP

[@xavierduran9205]

@@topher3178 i hope

[@juanurbina3697]

@@topher3178 It would be great to have him in Miami but I also like Ja'Marr Chase out of LSU. With the 3rd pick, the Dolphins have a ton of leverage.

[@AyoJeezy]

Yessir!!!!

[@tb7547]

Congrats on the HEISMAN!!! TUA is waiting for you. #FinsUp

[@cloudz7315]

Was looking for this type of comment fins up baby

[@alectobi144]

Tua’s trash

[@derbagger22]

Waddle is what the Fins need. More dynamic, more explosive. I don't like how Smith catches too much with his body. Miami already has Parker and Williams. Waddle is a much better fit, and can be a better help to Tua. Besides, i want Miami to trade back. Waddle is just a better fit...

[@tb7547]

@@derbagger22 I would be happy with either of the 3 - Waddle - Smith or Chase

[@evanchristopher4481]

@@alectobi144 facts.

[@Foxshadow416]

You gotta love it

[@buckeyeg4888]

Congrats Smith, very deserving

[@MrPoetnscribe]

If they gave the Heisman to gifted announcers, Gary Danielson would win it every year. The way he sees what's going on is just incredible. He NEVER FAILS to make the game so much better! His talent is always as good or better than the Heisman winner!

[@theregoye7942]

As an Auburn fan Smitty was my fav receiver 😭😭🔥

[@danielallyway]

The next great receiver!

[@RoRo-hw3um]

Yessir! So hyped the eagles picked him up

[@slickzbeam7731]

@@RoRo-hw3um I’ll think he’ll be good but he could be a lot better if he was bigger

[@doublemproductions3811]

He has gallop speed as soon as those strides start he’s gone 🔥

[@legalciv3]

UNGUARDABLE

[@jeremydai9218]

Runs just like the road runner so smooth and fast

[@antoniohoward5920]

Y’all go watch his 2019 tape if you need to see even more 😂

[@JohnnyTsunami808]

He gonna be great in PPR leagues

[@124jim]

He looks consistent ! I'm not a bama fan so I never heard of him but in this highlight reel and didn't see anything crazy like I was expecting after I heard he won the Heisman.

[@LC-hn6nk]

didnt see his highlights against LSU? lol

[@woofer13]

I agree, Joe. He knows how to get open, and he's got great hands, BUT most of the time, he gets taken down almost immediately. Lamar Jackson could teach him a thing or two about avoiding tackles. Devonta makes not-so-great decisions when it comes to where he should run with the ball (to avoid tackles).

[@adamhart3413]

Dude had like 22 tds and over 1200 yds on the season. You don’t get that with bad decision making.

[@danielbowling2414]

What you mean he has crazy touchdown catches against a&m Georgia and also had crazy ass catches against auburn lsu and Florida

[@woofer13]

@@adamhart3413 Look more closely at the video. There are times where he could have made more yardage, but....well, didn't. Lamar wasn't a wide receiver, but he knew how to run with the ball. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aV6qgH2mj76UmdE

[@josephhebert3073]

Congrats.

[@MikeJay-on5tt]

Congrats to Devonta Smith by winning the Heisman trophy and that's a roll tide victory

[@mikemaniaci8529]

You could easily call the the Evan Neal highlight, I was impressed watching him

[@JRSFitQuotes]

Not going pro yet was one of the best decisions in his life

[@dante.7500]

7:47 this play design is genius. showing WR bubble screen and having the blocking receiver release into a route. nick saban is next level

[@Drewthe_goat]

So sad he retired, a true legendary coach

[@aintmajor]

I pray anyone that sees this is successful in life 💜

[@secretariatbelmont4759]

Thank you 🙏

[@iramzavala521]

Hi

[@Palmiscianoleo]

Who are you bro this is a highlight reel not a motivational video

[@josephcontojr81]

Thank u🙏🏾

[@loganbeaumont2490]

who gives af

[@TheeBigMoose]

Future 🦅

[@cameronc3589]

😂

[@Amb252]

Dolphins

[@robvan6527]

Seems like he got faster as the season progressed.

[@BensonThomasjarediscool]

Future Eagle 🦅🦅

[@yaboistiles283]

Can’t wait for him to come to Philly

[@vegasj305]

Where's the WOW highlight?? Looks like a WR just doing his job and catching the ball!!

[@christianmcfall618]

10:56

[@mikeb3936]

I like this kids fire. Several games he was hit hard and trash talked. He completely dominated those games afterwards. He has the personality you wish guys like amari cooper had.

[@fweeduff]

BOOYAH

[@patrickreidy7420]

Cant wait to see him go against jalen rasey..great matchup

[@Bongaboi151]

#TankforDevonta

[@GLiZOCK410]

Baltimore please get this man omg🙏

[@swishh_1609]

Smith and hurts soon 🔥🔥🦅🦅lets gooo

[@decialtv]

Metchie might be a problem for players next year 👀