The 2025 NFL offseason is here and that means it’s time for mock drafts, draft profiles and everything that goes with them. So without further ado, here’s one of many Draft Profiles for the 2025 NFL draft.
Shemar Stewart, DE/EDGE, Texas A&M
HT: 6’5
WT: 290 lbs
Accolades:
2024 All-SEC Third Team
2022 SEC All-Freshman Team
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Pros:
• Rare blend of size and movement skills at 290 pounds – shows shocking lateral agility when working stunts and impressive closing burst to the quarterback
• Devastating power at the point of attack when he plays with proper leverage, regularly walking back offensive tackles with a vicious bull rush
• Versatile defensive weapon who can wreak havoc from multiple alignments – effective both as an edge setter and interior penetrator
• Converts speed to power with impressive force, showing the ability to compress the pocket and collapse passing lanes with pure strength
• Displays rare bend and flexibility for a man his size when cornering the edge – can drop his shoulder and flatten to the quarterback
• Quick processor who adapts his approach mid-game, showing the mental capacity to build off prior reps and counter offensive line adjustments
• Brings juice as a pursuit defender with outstanding effort and closing speed – runs like his hair’s on fire chasing plays from the backside
• Explosive first step off the ball creates immediate problems in the run game, consistently resetting the line of scrimmage with violent hand strikes and raw power
Cons:
• Raw pass rush plan needs significant refinement – relies too heavily on pure athleticism rather than developing consistent counter moves
• Hand usage remains a work in progress, often being late to engage which allows blockers to get into his frame and control the point of attack
• Must improve ability to convert pressures into sacks – tends to get wild at the top of his rush leading to missed opportunities
• Can get overaggressive playing the run, occasionally losing gap discipline when trying to make splash plays in the backfield
• Production doesn’t match the elite physical traits, managing just 4.5 sacks over three seasons despite significant playing time
Summary:
At 6’5″ and 290 pounds, this defensive powerhouse demonstrated exceptional endurance throughout his three-year collegiate career, participating in 37 games. Although his statistics (4.5 career sacks) may not be staggering, Stewart’s steady growth and glimpses of brilliance, particularly in run defense where he consistently outmuscled blockers, suggest that his peak performance is yet to come at the professional level.
The film showcases a defensive force ideally suited for an aggressive 4-3 system, where he can unleash his attacking style. Stewart’s explosive acceleration and natural strength make him a seamless fit for a wide-9 alignment, enabling him to establish a formidable edge while retaining the agility to adjust inside on passing downs. His skill in stacking and shedding blockers while maintaining gap discipline will make him an instant starter against the run.
Although his pass-rushing arsenal requires refinement, the innate talent is undeniable. When Stewart effectively harnesses his speed to generate power, he annihilates the anchor of opposing tackles and collapses the pocket with alarming regularity. Combining this foundation with his exceptional flexibility at 290 pounds, Stewart’s potential as a dominant three-down defender is vast, pending further development of his hand technique. His adaptability during games and eagerness to counter offensive line strategies also suggest significant untapped potential as a pass rusher.
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