Since the FNF season is starting, I thought I would bring up an old subject that is always fun to knock around, which is where the next world record smallmouth will be caught. I think most will agree the fish will come from depths from 15 to 35 feet because a fish that size has stayed away from lures long enough to reach that size in the deeper water. Most think the fish will caught between December and March, however, Apil and May can produce big fish, and the world record as it stands was caught in July. Most think the fish will be caught on a slow jig or the FNF, which should get everyone's heart rate up a little at least. One of biggest smallmouth ever hung and came unhooked was on live bait. So, the jury is out and will continue to be out until someone boats this fish. One last point I want to make here is this fish may not come from Dale. Don't forget Cumberland has produced some big brown fish as well as Laurel. The next world record smallmouth may come from either of these lakes. And finally, there is the chance that a "fluke of nature" could be lurking in the 15 pound range which would destroy that beloved FNF rod in your right before your eyes.