Stanford’s young cornerback with a scrappy, in-the-rotation profile
In the 2025 season, Sam Neely III showed early defensive value for Stanford with 6 total tackles and 1 pass defended, then entered 2026 listed as an active sophomore cornerback at 5-foot-11, 185 pounds[1][3][5][7]. His appeal is less about gaudy numbers and more about versatility, downhill willingness, and a track record of production on the field before college, including two-time All-SCC defensive back honors in 2022 and 2023[3]. He looks like a useful fit for a team wanting a developing, physical DB who can compete for snaps while still growing into a bigger role[3][7].
