Daylen Everette

NFL Draft Profile: Daylen Everette

Position: Cornerback | School: Georgia | Class: Senior

Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs | Archetype: Man / Zone Hybrid

College Career Summary

Daylen Everette arrived at Georgia as a five-star recruit from the prestigious IMG Academy and quickly ascended the ranks in one of the nation's most competitive defensive back rooms. After serving as a key reserve during Georgia’s 2022 National Championship run, Everette became a full-time starter in 2023. His career is marked by steady growth and "big-game" reliability.

In 2024, he emerged as a premier playmaker, leading the Bulldogs in interceptions and earning Third-Team All-SEC honors. His 2025 senior season solidified his draft stock as he transitioned into a vocal leader for the defense. He capped his career with a stellar performance in the SEC Championship win over Alabama, where he recorded a 30-yard interception return. With over 50 games of experience in Kirby Smart’s complex defensive system, Everette enters the draft as one of the most battle-tested and scheme-versatile prospects available.

Highlight Career Stats:

• Games Played: 54

• Total Tackles: 101+ (39 in 2025)

• Interceptions: 5 (1 in 2025)

• Pass Breakups (PD): 22 (8 in 2025)

• Forced Fumbles: 2

2025 Season Game-by-Game Grades

Opponent	Stats	Grade	Key Performance Note
vs. Austin Peay	1 Tkl, 1 PD	B	Clean, technical game; wasn't tested deep.
vs. Kentucky	2 Tkl, 1 PD	B+	Man coverage clinic; shut down the boundary.
@ Auburn	5 Tkl, 2 PD	A-	Stamina. Played 60+ snaps; elite open-field tackling.
vs. Ole Miss	3 Tkl, 2 PD	B+	Handled elite speed well; disciplined in trail technique.
vs. Florida	4 Tkl	B	Physical in run support; solid gap discipline.
@ Mississippi St.	2 Tkl, 1 PD	B	Standard efficient performance; limited air yards.
vs. Texas	5 Tkl	B+	Mental Toughness. Recovered well after an early penalty.
vs. Charlotte	1 Tkl	C+	Quiet game; rotated out early in the blowout.
@ Tennessee	6 Tkl	B+	High-volume tackling in a physical overtime battle.
@ Georgia Tech	3 Tkl, 1 PD	A-	High Motor. Chased down a potential TD from across the field.
vs. Alabama (SEC)	2 Tkl, 1 INT	A+	Star Impact. 30-yard INT return in the title game.

Scouting Report

Strengths

• Prototypical Frame: At 6'1", Everette has the ideal height and length for the modern NFL. His reach allows him to disrupt passing lanes and win jump-ball battles.

• SEC Pedigree: Three years of starting experience against the world's best WRs. He is technically sound in Kirby Smart’s "pattern-match" system, which translates directly to NFL concepts.

• Transition Speed: He possesses elite "click-and-close" ability. His Acceleration allows him to play off-coverage and still drive on underneath routes effectively.

• Run Support: Unlike many high-pedigree corners, Everette is a willing and effective tackler. He understands leverage in Pursuit and doesn't shy away from contact in the alley.

Weaknesses

• Hip Fluidity: Can occasionally look slightly "stiff" when asked to flip his hips and run vertically against twitchy slot receivers.

• Ball Production: While he led Georgia in picks in 2024, his 2025 interception total (1) suggests he can sometimes be more of a "disrupter" than a "finisher."

• Underneath Vulnerability: At times, he can play too "lax" in off-coverage, surrendering easy completions on quick hitches and slants before his recovery speed kicks in.

Scheme Fit: Ideal Boundary Corner in a Zone-heavy or Match-Quarters system (e.g., Eagles, Dolphins, or Vikings).

NFL Comparison: Marshon Lattimore (Saints) / James Bradberry

Scout’s Final Word & Projection

Intangibles: 19/20 | Physical Tools: 18/20 | Attributes: 17/20 | Athleticism: 18/20 | IQ: 19/20

Final Grade: 91/100

Daylen Everette is the "safe" high-ceiling prospect of the 2026 class. He doesn't have the glaring red flags of some of his peers and brings a championship-level IQ to the huddle. While he might not be a 4.2 burner, his 4.4 speed combined with his length makes him a nightmare to stack vertically. His performance in the 2025 SEC Championship showed that he rises to the occasion in the biggest moments. Expect him to be a Day 1 starter who quickly becomes a cornerstone of an NFL secondary.

Draft Projection: 1st Round (Late) - Early 2nd Round