Who is the better NFL Draft prospect, Laurence Seymore III or Tristian Smith?

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Laurence Seymore III vs Tristian Smith — NFL Draft Comparison

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Laurence Seymore III

Texas Longhorns

G · #50

Tristian Smith

Arkansas State Red Wolves

G · #68

2026 college season

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Measurements

Measurements: Laurence Seymore III versus Tristian Smith
Laurence Seymore III	Statistic	Tristian Smith
6-2	Height	6-3
316 lb	Weight	319 lb

2027 draft projection

2027 draft projection: Laurence Seymore III versus Tristian Smith
Laurence Seymore III	Statistic	Tristian Smith
Leading value: #258	Fanspeak rank	#297
Leading value: G 22	Position rank	G 26
Leading value: 220.3	Average pick	241.8
Leading value: 238	Times drafted	55
Leading value: 49	Hype Score	25
41x	Most drafted to	24x

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Laurence Seymore III

Dean Kindig

After an All-American season at Western Kentucky, the elite guard committed to Texas on January 27, 2026. He effectively replaces Umeozulu (#356) on the Longhorns' interior line.

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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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