Sedrick Alexander, RB, Vanderbilt: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
|
Name |
|
|
Position |
Running Back (RB) |
|
Jersey Number |
#28 |
|
Class |
Senior |
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School |
Vanderbilt |
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Height / Weight |
5’9″ / 207 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Austin, Texas / LBJ HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Rushing & Receiving Production
|
Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Rush |
Yds |
Y/A |
TD |
Y/G |
Rec |
Yds |
Y/R |
TD |
Y/G |
|
2023 |
Vanderbilt |
SEC |
FR |
12 |
96 |
371 |
3.9 |
4 |
30.9 |
18 |
133 |
7.4 |
0 |
11.1 |
|
2024 |
Vanderbilt |
SEC |
SO |
13 |
164 |
586 |
3.6 |
6 |
45.1 |
23 |
238 |
10.3 |
1 |
18.3 |
|
2025 |
Vanderbilt |
SEC |
JR |
13 |
105 |
567 |
5.4 |
11 |
43.6 |
19 |
200 |
10.5 |
4 |
15.4 |
|
Total |
38 |
365 |
1524 |
4.2 |
21 |
40.1 |
60 |
571 |
9.5 |
5 |
15.0 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on his compact frame, low center of gravity, and short-area quickness.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.54 – 4.60 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 32.0″ – 34.5″
- Broad Jump: 9’8″ – 10’0″
- 10-Yard Split: 1.56 – 1.62 seconds
- Bench Press: 18 – 22 repetitions
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
Sedrick Alexander arrived at Vanderbilt as an incredibly productive back out of LBJ High School in Austin, Texas. He immediately earned a role as a true freshman in 2023 and became the offensive engine for the Commodores by his sophomore and junior seasons. Alexander’s 2025 campaign was a masterclass in efficiency and red-zone effectiveness, racking up 15 total touchdowns while splitting carries in a dynamic Vanderbilt backfield. Heading into his senior year in 2026, he is firmly established as one of the SEC’s most consistently productive returning running backs.
Key Strengths
- Nose for the Endzone: An exceptional finisher in the red zone. Exhibits great patience and leg drive near the goal line, resulting in 26 career total touchdowns through his first three seasons.
- Pass-Catching Reliability: A proven asset on passing downs with 60 career receptions. Very comfortable running routes out of the backfield and securing the ball through contact, displaying soft hands and smooth transitions upfield.
- Low Pad Level & Contact Balance: Maximizes his 5’9″, 207-pound frame by running with excellent leverage. Absorbs contact well, rarely goes down on initial impact, and consistently falls forward to keep the offense on schedule.
Developmental Focus
While Alexander is highly reliable and efficient, NFL evaluators will question his breakaway speed and dynamic explosiveness at the next level. He wins with grit, vision, and balance rather than sheer athleticism. Showcasing an extra gear in the open field during his senior season and proving he can create yardage when the scheme breaks down will be crucial for his draft stock. Additionally, refining his pass-blocking anchor against blitzing SEC linebackers will help cement his status as an NFL three-down prospect.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
pending
All-Star Game Notes
- 2026 Shriners Children’s East-West Bowl 1000
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
pending