I voted other, because I'm high on both Smith and Butler.
From my observations, Smith clearly has the best ball skills of all CB prospects. I think he'd step right into the Pats sub-packages immediately, and would excel covering the slot. But long term, and if Hobbs were to depart next season, I'd prefer Butler to man that side of the field.
I'm predicting we won't draft either one though, as our first pick is reserved for someone else.
Even though we've addressed the CB position via two veteran signings, I still believe we'll select a CB in late round two, or early on day two. Keep in mind that BB has addressed the Pats CB position twice in round two, twice in round three, and once in round four. I call it his
pet position, as he knows the position very well, knows he can find the necessary skills to play the position in non-first-round prospects. And in this draft, there happens to be those skills in two or three prospects, who IMHO fit the Pats profile.
The key for deciding which CB to consider is Hobbs. I'm a Hobbs fan, so I don't suggest we outright demote him. But contractually speaking, if there's a good chance he'll depart for more $$$, than drafting a CB with starter potential may be necessary, rather than just a nickel back. Of course, if Bodden and Wheatley can handle the roles (and Bodden stays), than this point is moot (or mute) if you prefer.