Smith Vilbert

Smith Vilbert is a senior defensive lineman (DL) for the North Carolina Tar Heels, wearing jersey No. 8. Listed at 6-foot-6 (78 inches) and 282 pounds, Vilbert brings size to the front in his player position and role on team as a rotational and starting contributor. In his 2025 college football season, Vilbert appeared in 12 games and made 11 starts. His Smith Vilbert stats for the year include 22 combined tackles (11 solo, 11 assists), 5.0 tackles for loss for 14 yards, and 1.0 sack for 7 yards, along with 1 quarterback hit. He also posted impact turnover production with 1 forced fumble and 2 fumble recoveries, including 3 opponent recovery yards. Vilbert’s defensive skills and blocks profile is highlighted more by backfield disruption than ball production, as he recorded no interceptions and no passes defended in the data provided. He was flagged once for 5 penalty yards. Born in Montvale, New Jersey, Vilbert’s early life and background lists his hometown as Montvale, NJ, USA. This Smith Vilbert NCAAF profile reflects his most recent documented season performance and availability as an active player.