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ESPN columnist names U-M's Smith as 'recruiter to watch' | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press

In his column today, espn.com's JC Shurburtt named Michigan quarterbacks coach Rod Smith as a "recruiter to watch." Here's his writeup on Smith:

The Wolverines recruit nationally, and Smith is a true national recruiter. He is in on multiple prospects in Florida and California, arguably the two best states for talent production in the country.

"I would say that coach Smith is one of the best recruiters in the country," running back Brennan Clay (San Diego/Scripps Ranch) said. "I look at him more as a mentor and a friend. He's one of the most down-to-earth people I've ever met. He doesn't just recruit you because of your talent, but because of what you are made of, what's in your heart as a true person."