Darius Alexander is a defensive tackle from the University of Toledo who declared for the 2025 NFL Draft following a standout collegiate career. Standing 6'4" and weighing 310 pounds, Alexander showcased his elite athleticism and versatility over his six-year college tenure, participating in 58 games. In the 2024 season, he recorded 40 total tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 1 interception, earning Third-Team Preseason All-American honors and the Mid-American Conference Defensive Tackle of the Year award . His performance against Miami, where he set career highs with seven tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, and 2.0 sacks, earned him the MAC Defensive Player of the Week award.
A native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Alexander was a three-time all-state performer in high school and the Summit Athletic Conference Player of the Year. Throughout his college career, he demonstrated a relentless motor and the ability to disrupt plays in the backfield. His combination of size, strength, and agility makes him an intriguing prospect for NFL teams seeking a dynamic defensive lineman. Projected as a mid-to-late round pick, Alexander's versatility and leadership qualities position him as a potential asset for NFL teams looking to bolster their defensive line.
