Zy Alexander NFL Draft 2025: Scouting Report for LSU CB

HEIGHT: 6'1"

WEIGHT: 192

HAND: 9¼"

ARM: 31⅜"

WINGSPAN: 76"

POSITIVES

— Great length and size. Uses his length to control receivers in press and as he works down the field. Also uses his length well when taking on blockers.

— Good athlete who runs very well, staying in phase down the field. Quickly sinks his hips to transition and match routes, even from full speed.

— Shows good physicality in the run game. Secure tackler who comes up quickly to support the run and cuts out the legs of ball-carriers.

— Great ball skills, locks in on the ball and attacks it at the high point. Shows very good timing and awareness when shooting his hand to break up passes.

NEGATIVES

— Inconsistent hand usage in press, giving a free release at times and allowing faster receivers a step. Was surprised by more explosive athletes, especially against Alabama's receiving group.

— Can fight against his pad level when breaking, allowing extra steps out of transitions.

2024 STATISTICS

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NOTES

— Games Started: 46

— Unrated recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Suffered a concussion against UCLA which kept him out of week 5 against South Alabama

— 2023: Transferred from Southeastern Louisiana; 2023: Suffered an ACL injury against Army

— 2022: First Team All-Southland

— 2021: First Team All-Southland

OVERALL

Zy Alexander is a lengthy and physical cornerback prospect from LSU, standing out with his 6'1" frame and impressive ball skills. Transferring from Southeastern Louisiana, Alexander made a smooth transition to a higher level of competition, showcasing his ability to handle press-man coverage and contribute in the run game. His combination of size, athleticism, and physicality makes him a compelling option for NFL teams looking for an outside corner with the tools to develop into a starter.

In coverage, Alexander's length and athleticism shine. He excels in press coverage, using his size to disrupt routes at the line of scrimmage and maintain positioning downfield. His ability to sink his hips and transition smoothly allows him to stay in phase with receivers, even at full speed. Alexander's ball skills are among his standout traits; he times his break-up well, attacking the ball at its highest point and breaking up passes effectively. However, against more explosive and faster receivers—such as those from Alabama—he can struggle to recover when out of phase. Additionally, inconsistent hand usage in press and occasional lapses in pad level during transitions can lead to extra separation on shorter routes.

Alexander is an aggressive and willing participant in the run game. He demonstrates excellent physicality when taking on blockers, using his length and strength to disrupt and disengage. As a tackler, Alexander is secure and efficient, often targeting ball carriers' legs and ensuring they are brought down with minimal extra yardage. His ability to recognize run plays and trigger quickly helps him provide consistent support on the edge. Alexander in overall is an effective defender in the run showing his effort and reliability as areas of strength.

Zy Alexander projects as a mid-round pick with the potential to develop into a starting outside cornerback in multiple schemes. His size, length, and ability to blanket receivers downfield give him a high ceiling, particularly against larger wideouts. While his susceptibility to elite speed and some technical inconsistencies may sometimes show up. Alexander's competitive nature and ball skills make him a valuable addition to an NFL secondary. With refinement and experience, he has the tools to become a reliable starter at the next level.

GRADE: 7.4 (High-LevelBackup/ Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 58

POSITION RANK: CB8

PRO COMPARISON: Tyson Campbell

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.