Depth-piece DB with game reps and development upside
In the 2024 season, Darren Mercer appeared in five games for Northern Colorado and recorded one tackle, after playing four games in 2023 and finishing with five tackles. That’s a small sample, but it shows he’s already earned live reps in the secondary. Mercer looks more like a developmental corner than a finished product: the key draw is roster-ready experience, youth, and a chance to grow into a steadier coverage role. If your team wants a CB with upside rather than a proven shutdown starter, Mercer is the kind of under-the-radar add worth monitoring.
