Consistent Cox Is The New Leader At Smith Friday, March 12, 2021 Photo: MLF/Kyle Wood John Cox employed three different baits to compile his 16-13 bag on day 2 at Lewis Smith Lake. By MLF Communications Staff John Cox caught his second straight 16-13 stringer on Friday to move into the lead at the midway point of the Lewis Smith Lake MLF Pro Circuit in Alabama with a two-day total of 33-10. He'll start the weekend with a 1-12 lead over day-1 leader Kerry Milner who boxed 13-14 in the second round. Cox said hed been itching to sight-fish beds, but didnt allow himself to even look on either day.