Jared Ivey DE/EDGE Ole Miss | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jared Ivey DE/EDGE Ole Miss
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: VERSATILE DL | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 03/19/2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.75 seconds (69%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: VERSATILE DL | |
| Last Updated: 03/19/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.75 seconds (69%*) | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.6 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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80% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| Tackling: |
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89% |
| Pass Rush: |
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91% |
| Run Defense: |
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83% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#73
Position rank:
#23
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| College Games: 56 College Snaps: 2222 | ||
ESPN RATING: 78/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 93/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Zach Harrison - Ohio State |
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72% |
| Felix Anudike-Uzomah - Kansas State |
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72% |
| Josh Paschal - Kentucky |
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72% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A towering presence off the edge who transformed himself from basketball prospect to SEC defensive standout, Jared Ivey emerged as one of college football's most intriguing defensive line prospects during his time at Ole Miss. The 6'6", 283-pound edge defender out of Suwanee, Georgia started his collegiate journey at Georgia Tech before transferring to Ole Miss, where he would go on to rack up 16 sacks and 26.5 tackles for loss in 38 games. His progression culminated in a dominant 2024 campaign that saw him earn All-SEC Third Team honors while helping anchor the nation's top rush defense.Ivey's path to the NFL draft has been marked by steady development rather than instant stardom. After showing promise as both a football and basketball recruit out of North Gwinnett High School, Ivey committed fully to the gridiron at Georgia Tech. His decision to transfer to Ole Miss proved transformative, as he evolved from a raw athlete into a polished defender. The 2023 season marked his true breakthrough, earning Peach Bowl Defensive MVP honors and First-Team All-SEC recognition from College Football Network, before following up with an even more impressive 2024 campaign that included seven sacks and consistently disruptive play against elite SEC competition.
His senior season showed particular growth as a complete defender, highlighted by a masterful performance against Georgia that earned him FWAA Bronko Nagurski National Defensive Player of the Week honors. Ivey's versatility became a calling card, as he proved equally adept at setting the edge against the run or collapsing the pocket on passing downs, contributing to Ole Miss's school records in both sacks (52) and tackles for loss (120).
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Devastating initial punch with heavy hands that consistently jolt offensive tackles backward, showcasing elite power at the point of attack that was particularly evident against Alabama's tackles.
- Exhibits outstanding length and leverage control when setting the edge, consistently maintaining outside containment while pressing tackles into the backfield against zone runs.
- Advanced understanding of rush angles and setup moves, displaying sophisticated footwork to manipulate tackles before deploying his devastating cross-chop move.
- Exceptional stack-and-shed ability against the run, using his 6'6" frame and long arms to control blockers before violently discarding them to make plays.
- Demonstrates impressive versatility with ability to rush from multiple alignments, showing particular effectiveness when reducing inside on passing downs.
- Master technician with his hands, showcasing a refined arsenal of moves including a nasty swim move and an effective push-pull technique that maximizes his length.
- Disciplined edge setter who maintains gap integrity against the run, consistently forcing plays back inside to his help while controlling his assigned gap.
- Good recognition of blocking schemes, particularly against pulling guards where he consistently makes correct decisions to spill or squeeze blocks.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Below-average first-step explosiveness off the snap limits his ability to consistently threaten the edge with pure speed, forcing him to win primarily with power and technique.
- Shows concerning inconsistency with pad level, particularly when working against double teams where he can get stood up and driven off the ball.
- Limited ankle flexibility and bend around the corner restricts his ability to flatten to the quarterback, often forcing him to take wider angles to the pocket.
- Can get tunnel vision when rushing the passer, occasionally losing outside containment when he attempts to counter inside without proper setup.
- Processing speed against the run needs refinement, as he can be a beat slow diagnosing plays developing in front of him, particularly on quick-hitting runs.
Scouting Report: Summary
Put on the tape from his battles against Georgia and LSU, and you'll see why Ivey has day one starter potential in a 4-3 scheme. His advanced hand usage and devastating power at the point of attack will translate immediately to the NFL game. What really gets me excited is how he's developed his interior rush arsenal - watching him collapse the pocket against guards in the Peach Bowl showed exactly how a creative defensive coordinator could weaponize his versatility.After studying his film, Ivey profiles as a reliable power rusher who knows how to maximize his physical tools. His technical refinement and rush plan sophistication are impressive for a player with his frame. The lack of elite bend and burst off the edge will limit his pure sack numbers, but his ability to win with power and technique while setting a dominant edge makes him a complete defender who should develop into a solid starter. The nasty bull rush he displayed against Kentucky's tackles shows exactly what he can bring to an NFL defensive line.
In the right system - think San Francisco or Baltimore where they love to move their defensive linemen around - Ivey could develop into one of the better young power rushers in the league. His ability to play both strong-side end and reduce inside on passing downs gives him legitimate three-down value. The team that drafts him is getting a high-floor defender with sneaky upside as a pass rusher. Don't be shocked if he's starting and making an impact by mid-season of his rookie year.
Jared Ivey percentiles vs other Defensive Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Jared Ivey (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
85.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
29.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.