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Donovan Smith: Penn State Football’s 2011 ‘forced a lot of adult decisions’

Nov 24, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Donovan Smith (76) celebrates their win against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Former Nittany Lion Donovan Smith’s recruitment to Penn State Football was one of the more unique in recent college football history, as three different coaching staffs needed to convince him that Happy Valley was the place for him.

During an appearance on FanSided’s The Matt Lombardo Show podcast, Smith spoke at length about his time at Penn State.

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