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LSU DB Zy Alexander declares for NFL Draft, shares thanks for Tigers opportunity

by:Jerit Roser01/04/25
NCAA Football: Vanderbilt at Louisiana State
Nov 23, 2024; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers cornerback Zy Alexander (14) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Nate Johnson (8) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

LSU cornerback Zy Alexander shared his gratitude Saturday for opportunities at two home-state universities as he publicly declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Loreauville native was a mainstay in the Tigers’ secondary the past two seasons after beginning his college career at Southeastern Louisiana for three seasons.

“I am grateful to God,” Alexander wrote. “Thank you for blessing me with strength, perseverance and the opportunity to pursue this journey. I give all glory to you. To all my coaches, trainers and teammates at both Southeastern and LSU, thank you for continuously pushing me to be the best version of myself, on and off the field. your guidance has shaped me not only as a player but also as a man.

“Growing up in Loreauville, Louisiana, I have always taken pride in being born and raised in The Boot. It has been an honor to represent Louisiana and play for LSU in front of the greatest fans in the world. Last but not least, my family. I would not be here without all the love and support you’ve shown me since the beginning. Thank you for believing in me, and I hope to continue to make you all proud. Shabba, I know you are watching over me every step of the way. This is for you!”

Alexander played in 19 games for LSU, including 18 starts, and finished his Tigers career with 77 tackles, including 2.5 for loss, and 15 passes defended and four interceptions.

His five-year college totals wrapped at 174 tackles and 13 interceptions, highlighted by a six-pick second season at Southeastern Louisiana in 2021.

The 6-foot-2, 194-pound athlete has been forecast as a likely mid-round prospect by various outlets — potentially as high as the end of the second round or more likely between the third and fifth.

ZY ALEXANDER NFL DRAFT PROSPECT RANKINGS

CBS Sports: No. 103 overall, No. 11 cornerback

Pro Football Focus: No. 68 overall, No. 8 cornerback

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