KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee football added another key piece to its 2026 recruiting class on Tuesday afternoon, landing in-state 3-star prospect Javonte Smith.

North Side High School athlete Javonte Smith (25) answers questions from media after North Side defeated hometown rivals South Side 28-7 at North Side Stadium in Jackson, Tenn. / Jamar Coach / The ...

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An NC State football offer holder since early April, Javonte Williams now appears as a three-star prospect on most recruiting sites after reeling in 35 catches for 679 yards and six touchdowns as ...