Auburn’s feisty, ball-hawking DB who turned toughness into a pro career
Jerraud Powers was a smart, physical Auburn defensive back who finished his Tigers career with 136 tackles and 6 interceptions across 36 games, then parlayed that consistency into a third-round NFL draft pick in 2009. Auburn listed him at 5-10 and about 192 pounds, and his profile fit the classic “don’t test me” corner: compact, competitive, and sticky in coverage. He earned Freshman All-SEC recognition and Auburn Defensive Player of the Year honors, which underscores why evaluators liked his instincts, reliability, and edge. If you want a DB who plays with juice and plays bigger than his frame, Powers checks that box.
