Who is the better NFL Draft prospect, Howard Sampson or Tristian Smith?

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Howard Sampson vs Tristian Smith — NFL Draft Comparison · Fanspeak

Howard Sampson

Texas Tech Red Raiders

G · #79

Tristian Smith

Arkansas State Red Wolves

G · #68

2026 college season

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Measurements

Measurements: Howard Sampson versus Tristian Smith
Howard Sampson	Statistic	Tristian Smith
6-8	Height	6-3
330 lb	Weight	319 lb

2027 draft projection

2027 draft projection: Howard Sampson versus Tristian Smith
Howard Sampson	Statistic	Tristian Smith
Leading value: #277	Fanspeak rank	#297
Leading value: G 24	Position rank	G 26
Leading value: 218.9	Average pick	241.8
Leading value: 145	Times drafted	55
0	Hype Score	25 (leading value)
39x	Most drafted to	24x

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Howard Sampson

Dean Kindig

Will have two years of eligibility remaining after spending one season as a Tar Heel and his first two years (4 games' worth of appearances) with North Texas. Started in the first six games of 2024, his soph season. Turns Heads with Breakout Performance in Texas Tech Spring Football Camp.

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Tristian Smith

Dean Kindig

Rated as the No. 1 guard in the Sun Belt by PFF in 2025. 2024: Played in all 13 games, starting at right guard in the 68 Ventures Bowl win against Bowling Green. Logged 176 snaps at right guard on the season and graded out at 73.7 per Pro Football Focus. Had a 76.0 pass block grade and a 75.8 run block grade. Arkansas State Athletic Director's Honor Roll member.

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