Germie Bernard

NFL Draft Profile: Germie Bernard

Position: Wide Receiver | School: Alabama (via Washington/Michigan State) | Class: Senior

Height: 6'1" | Weight: 204 lbs | Archetype: Physical / Route Runner

College Career Summary

Germie Bernard’s collegiate journey is a story of ascending through three major programs. He began at Michigan State in 2022 as a true freshman, where he immediately showed big-play ability. Seeking to reunite with high school teammate Jaden Rashada and a high-octane offense, he transferred to Washington for their 2023 championship run, serving as a vital rotational piece behind three NFL receivers.

When Kalen DeBoer moved to Alabama for the 2024 season, Bernard followed. In 2025, he solidified himself as the "straw that stirs the drink" for the Crimson Tide. While freshman phenom Ryan Williams grabbed headlines, Bernard was the reliable chain-mover and veteran leader. He finished his senior year as Alabama's leading receiver, helping guide them through a physical SEC schedule and into the College Football Playoff.

Career Stats Highlights

• Receptions: 151 | Receiving Yards: 2,143 | TDs: 13 Rec / 5 Rush

• 2025 Regular Season Stats: 60 Rec, 802 Yds, 7 TD (plus 2 Rush TD)

• All-Purpose Role: Completed 2 passes (15 yds) and added 101 rushing yards in 2025.

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Stats (Rec/Yds/TD)	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs W. Kentucky	1 / 17 / 0	C+	Low volume; focused on perimeter blocking for Milroe.
2	vs USF	4 / 53 / 0	B	Solid possession work; added a 13-yard rush.
3	@ Wisconsin	3 / 55 / 1	A-	Vertical Threat. Scored on a beautiful 26-yard seam route.
5	vs Georgia	5 / 25 / 0	B+	Impact outweighed stats; had a Rush TD and 2-pt conversion.
6	@ Vanderbilt	3 / 70 / 0	B	Massive chunks of yardage; converted two crucial 3rd downs.
7	vs So. Carolina	4 / 89 / 1	A+	Clutch. Caught late TD and had a 25-yard game-winning rush.
8	@ Tennessee	5 / 72 / 0	A-	Fought through a hostile environment; elite contested catches.
9	vs Missouri	5 / 82 / 0	A	Set game-highs in catches/yards; master of the intermediate.
10	@ LSU	1 / 0 / 0	D	Worst Game. Completely taken out of the rhythm by LSU’s press.
12	vs Mercer	4 / 81 / 0	B+	Efficient afternoon; looked a level above the competition.
13	vs E. Illinois	DNP	N/A	Sat out with an undisclosed injury.
14	@ Auburn	7 / 111 / 0	A	Iron Bowl Star. Led Tide in yards; 6 first-down catches.
SECC	vs Georgia	6 / 62 / 1	B+	Lone TD for Bama; created 25 yards YAC on a checkdown.
CFP	@ Oklahoma	3 / 40 / 0	B-	Gritty win; stats limited by run-heavy game script late.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 98/100

• Leadership: Elite. Followed his coach through two transfers; voted captain and offensive leader.

• Mental Toughness: Recovered from a quiet sophomore year to dominate the SEC as a senior.

• Competitor: A high-intensity player who relishes the Iron Bowl and Playoff spotlights.

• Team Player: Praised for his "dirty work"; a relentless blocker in space for Ryan Williams.

• Star Power: The reliable "safety valve" for his QB in high-leverage 3rd-down situations.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 88/100

• Height/Weight: 6'1", 204 lbs. (Meets 6'0"/200lb targets; dense, pro-ready frame).

• Stamina: High; used extensively in the run game, return game, and as a primary WR.

• Durability: Missed only one game in 2025; generally physically resilient in the SEC.

• Injury History: Minor 2023 bowl injury and 2025 hamstring flare-up; nothing chronic.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Catching: Elite. Natural hands; catches away from his frame with high-level concentration.

• Route Running: Highly nuanced; varies tempo and uses subtle leans to manipulate DBs.

• Body Control: Strong; excels at high-pointing the ball and landing with his feet in bounds.

• Separation: Wins with IQ and technicality rather than raw track speed.

• Release: Efficient; active hands allow him to stay clean against physical press coverage.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 86/100

• Speed: 4.49 (Estimated). Adequate for the NFL, but not a "burner" who outruns safeties.

• Agility: Solid; fluid hips allow for sharp cuts on curls and out routes.

• Jumping: Above average; utilizes a 36-inch vertical to win 50/50 balls.

• Acceleration: Good; hits top speed quickly when getting into the vertical stem.

• Break Tackle: Strength. A straight-line power runner after the catch; runs through arm tackles.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 97/100

• Awareness: Exceptional; identifies zone creases and throttles down to provide an open target.

NFL Scouting Report

• Strengths: Pro-ready frame and physicality; elite football IQ and zone-beating ability; versatile alignment (Slot, X, Z, and Backfield); high-level special teams and blocking value.

• Weaknesses: Lacks elite "take-the-top-off" vertical speed; can be limited in lateral elusiveness in tight spaces; ceiling might be capped as a high-end WR2.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal for a Pro-Style or West Coast offense that prioritizes high-volume intermediate passing and versatile role-players (e.g., Rams, Packers, Lions).

• NFL Comparison: Chris Godwin / Robert Woods.

Scout's Final Word

"Germie Bernard is the most 'professional' receiver in this class. He doesn't have the 4.3 speed that generates social media clips, but he has the 10-year NFL career written all over him. He’s a coach’s favorite who will block like a tight end and catch everything thrown his way on 3rd-and-7. In a league moving toward versatile 'positionless' weapons, Bernard is a day-one starter. Projected: Round 2."