Dre Otey brings length, speed, and coverage versatility to Mississippi State
Otey is a high-upside **6-foot-2 cornerback** who earned a **3-star** rating and arrives at Mississippi State after a productive senior year at Riverdale, where he posted **34 tackles and 5 pass breakups in 2025**. His best traits are his **length, speed, and versatility**: he has experience in **press, man, and zone** coverage and has played on both the field and boundary. He also adds athletic upside from track, with a **12.22 100m PR**, making him a fit for a defense that values range and matchup flexibility.
