Will WVU Football Land Versatile 2026 ATH Javonte Smith?

Will West Virginia win the recruitment of Javone Smith? The WVU football staff and all of Mountaineer Nation will find out on Tuesday when the Tennessee native and multi-sport athlete announces his commitment decision.

With a group of finalists that include Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee and West Virginia, Smith will reveal his destination on July 8th. He was initially set to announce on June 24, but decided to move the date.

Smith (6-foot-1 and 175 pounds) was the All-Region Offensive Player of the Year in Jackson, Tenn. for his play during his junior season. He totaled 1,027 receiving yards, 15 touchdowns, ran two kicks back and even scored on three of his five interceptions on defense.

2024 Season Highlights!
Region Offensive Player of the Year
1,027 yards Rec.
15 Total TDs
2 KOR TDs
3 Pick 6’s
5 INT

Full Highlights https://t.co/eEdqWsKntQ pic.twitter.com/YgJDevmsev

— Javonte Smith (@javonte_smith1) December 6, 2024

Despite playing all over the field in high school, it’s believed WVU is recruiting Smith as a defensive back.

Smith is coming off his official visit to his Tennessee, saving his home state school for last. He spent a full weekend in Morgantown the week prior after trips to both Arkansas and Missouri.

Amazing official visit at West Virginia University! Thank you to @RealCoachRod , @CoachRodWest the entire staff for showing love to my family and me this weekend! #HardEdge #CountryRoads pic.twitter.com/FuNUlwaqKA

— Javonte Smith (@javonte_smith1) June 16, 2025

Smith has been awarded three stars by both Rivals and 247 Sports.

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