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Nate Hobbs
DB · SR · Illinois Fighting Illini

Nate Hobbs

DB SR Illinois
About Hobbs Updated Aug 10, 2026

Nate Hobbs brings versatile, physical coverage with slot/outside flexibility

Nate Hobbs is a rugged, high-energy defensive back whose value goes beyond splash plays: he has shown real versatility working both in the slot and on the outside, and he brings reliable run support with a willingness to tackle. Recent NFL data shows a mixed 2024 season, with modest ball production and some coverage inconsistency, but analysts still value his physical style, toughness, and scheme flexibility. The biggest fit question is health and cleanup in coverage; the upside is a dependable, adaptable DB who can match up in multiple roles.[12][18][3]

Decision DECLARED
Nate Hobbs declared for the 2021 NFL Draft October 30, 2026

Schedule

DNA

Updated Oct 19, 2026
Hobbs National defensive back Average
Tackling
83rd percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Coverage
89th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Ball Hawk
60th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Disruption
66th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games / 13 PBP
Playmaker
92nd percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Turnover Creator
~59th percentile; Thin sample; 13 games / 0 PBP
Production
90th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games / 13 PBP
Consistency
67th percentile; Full confidence; 13 games
Clutch
~27th percentile; Thin sample; 13 games / 0 PBP

Stats

2020

Percentile among FBS DBs — a longer bar ranks higher

32
Tackles
317th of 1,621 DBs
23
Solo Tackles
278th of 1,621 DBs
9
Assisted Tackles
387th of 1,621 DBs
2
Passes Defended
405th of 1,621 DBs
1
Interceptions
166th of 458 DBs
26
Interception Yards
138th of 458 DBs
0
Interception Touchdowns
56th of 476 DBs
0
Sacks
170th of 1,621 DBs
Career Stats
SEASONSCHOOL
202053223921260
20191368452391290
201892213911270
2017124831172--0

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