Bear Alexander DT USC | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Bear Alexander DT USC
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 07/01/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 5.10 seconds (52%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: NT/DT | |
| Last Updated: 07/01/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 5.10 seconds (52%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.6 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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77% |
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| Tackling: |
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60% |
| Pass Rush: |
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75% |
| Run Defense: |
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68% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#90
Position rank:
#21
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| College Games: 23 College Snaps: 799 | ||
| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Byron Young - Alabama |
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77% |
| Keith Randolph Jr. - Illinois |
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77% |
| Zacch Pickens - South Carolina |
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75% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Bear Alexander is a disruptive force on the defensive line, hailing from Bradenton, Florida. The 6'3", 305-pound defensive tackle made waves in his collegiate career, first at Georgia before transferring to USC for his sophomore season. Born on November 28, 2002, Alexander's journey to the NFL Draft has been marked by resilience and growth.A four-star recruit out of IMG Academy, Alexander chose Georgia over powerhouse programs like Alabama and Texas A&M. His freshman year with the Bulldogs showcased his potential, culminating in a sack during Georgia's dominant National Championship victory over TCU. After transferring to USC, Alexander's impact was immediate, starting 12 games and earning All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention.
In his two-year college career, Alexander amassed 57 tackles, including 9.5 for loss and 3.5 sacks. His performance at USC, where he led the team with 4 QB hurries and 2 forced fumbles, demonstrated his ability to wreak havoc in opposing backfields. Alexander's journey from Texas high school standout to SEC champion to Pac-12 enforcer has prepared him for the next level.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Explosive first step off the snap, allowing him to penetrate and disrupt plays in the backfield consistently
- Powerful upper body strength enables him to stack and shed blockers effectively in run defense
- Versatile player who can line up at various positions along the defensive line, providing scheme flexibility
- High motor and relentless pursuit, often making plays downfield and away from his initial gap
- Skilled at using his hands to disengage from blockers and maintain leverage in the trenches
- Demonstrates good football IQ, recognizing screen plays and misdirection quickly
- Proven production against top-tier competition in both the SEC and Pac-12 conferences
- Solid tackler who rarely allows ball carriers to slip away once he gets his hands on them
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks elite height for the position, which can lead to leverage issues against taller offensive linemen
- Pass rush repertoire needs refinement; relies heavily on bull rush and power moves
- Can improve pad level consistency, occasionally playing too high and losing leverage battles
- Lateral agility is average, limiting his ability to chase down plays outside the tackles
- Needs to develop a more consistent anchor against double teams in run defense
Scouting Report: Summary
Bear Alexander projects as a versatile defensive lineman with the potential to make an immediate impact in the NFL. His combination of strength, explosiveness, and motor will appeal to teams running both 4-3 and 3-4 schemes. Alexander's ability to disrupt the run game and collapse the pocket from the interior will make him a valuable asset on early downs.While he may not be an elite pass rusher at the next level, Alexander's knack for penetration and ability to push the pocket will create opportunities for edge rushers. His experience in high-profile college programs should ease his transition to the pros. With continued refinement of his technique and pass-rush moves, Alexander has the tools to develop into a reliable starter and potential difference-maker on an NFL defensive line.
Written By:
Lennox Tate (Pac-12)
How other scouting services rate Bear Alexander (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
82.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
21.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.