Albert Regis DL Texas A&M |
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| Jersey: #17 SUB-POSITION: DT 3-TECH | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 01/09/2026 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| FORTY time: 4.88 seconds (64%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.2 DOB: 05/17/2003 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Jersey: #17 | |
| SUB-POSITION: DT 3-TECH | |
| Last Updated: 01/09/2026 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| Forty time: 4.88 seconds (64%*) | |
| Age: 23.2 DOB: 05/17/2003 | |
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |
| Overall Rating: | 81.8 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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73% |
| Click the links below to view how player ranks vs other prospects. | ||
| Tackling: |
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67% |
| Pass Rush: |
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63% |
| Run Defense: |
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85% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
5th
Overall Rank:
#172
Position rank:
#37 (DL)
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| College Games: 51 College Snaps: 1505 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
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247 RATING: 90/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.6 (92%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jalen Redmond - Oklahoma |
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80% |
| Jowon Briggs - Cincinnati |
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71% |
| Kris Jenkins - Michigan |
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70% |
Drafted: ROUND: 3 - Pick Number: 81 (JAX)
Draft Profile: Bio
Albert Regis arrived at Texas A&M as a four-star recruit from La Porte High School, where he showcased the kind of versatility that catches your attention on film. Playing both sides of the ball, Regis earned first-team all-district honors at tight end as a junior and was named District 21-6A Sophomore of the Year, displaying the athleticism that would eventually translate to the defensive interior. His high school track background (11.53 in the 100 meters as a sophomore) hinted at lateral quickness you don't typically find in a 300-plus-pound frame. After a redshirt season in 2021, Regis made his presence felt immediately as a freshman in 2022, appearing in 11 games with a start against Miami and earning the team's Most Improved Defender award with 16 tackles and a pass breakup.His college career built steadily over four seasons, accumulating 1,505 offensive snaps across 51 games for the Aggies. As a sophomore in 2023, Regis played in 12 games and started the Texas Bowl against Oklahoma State, recording 15 tackles including 1.5 for loss against Arkansas. The real breakout came during his junior year in 2024, when he started all 13 games at defensive tackle and finished third among SEC defensive linemen with six pass breakups, adding 36 tackles and 3.0 tackles for loss. Pro Football Focus recognized his dominance against the run with an 84.2 grade that ranked fifth-highest in the conference. His senior season in 2025 saw Regis anchor the Aggies' interior defense as their primary nose tackle across 13 starts, posting 49 tackles (18 solo), three tackles for loss, two sacks, and three pass breakups while maintaining his elite-level run defense.
Off the field, Regis has been just as active. Named to the 2024 SEC Community Service Team, he dedicated over 40 hours at Twin City Mission in Bryan and participated in gift distribution to pediatric cancer patients at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston. He's also spent time speaking to elementary schools about the importance of education and effort, earning the team's Academic Excellence Award at the 2024 banquet.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Anchor strength at the point of attack is among the best in this class, consistently holding his ground against double teams and rarely getting moved off his spot even when offensive linemen get into his frame.
- Shows outstanding pursuit speed for a 317-pound nose tackle, with enough lateral mobility to chase ball carriers from sideline to sideline and make plays outside the hash marks that smaller tackles struggle to reach.
- Gap integrity is exceptional, as he understands his responsibility in the scheme and refuses to give ground on down blocks, maintaining his leverage to clog running lanes and force backs to bounce outside or cut back into traffic.
- Motor runs consistently hot throughout every snap, never taking plays off even late in games or when the outcome is decided, which shows up in his tackle production and willingness to chase down screens and sweeps.
- Pass disruption ability from the interior is genuinely impressive for a nose tackle, with three pass breakups in 2025 and six in 2024 demonstrating the hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness to get his mitts on throws at the second level.
- Plays with controlled violence at the snap, delivering a punch that can jolt offensive linemen and create separation even when he's not winning with quickness, giving him a chance to disengage and find the football.
- Football intelligence is evident in his pre-snap reads and ability to diagnose plays quickly, rarely caught out of position and showing the instincts to redirect when offenses try to influence him away from the point of attack.
- Versatility to play multiple spots along the defensive line gives defensive coordinators options, as his high school experience at multiple positions translates to functional movement skills that allow him to kick inside or play the three-technique in sub packages.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Pass rush production is limited by a narrow arsenal of moves and inconsistent hand placement, leading to minimal pressure generation (just two sacks in 2025) and an inability to collapse the pocket as an interior rusher on passing downs.
- Height limitation at 6'1" puts him at a distinct disadvantage against taller offensive linemen who can get their hands on him first and control his pad level, making it difficult to convert strength into consistent wins at the point of attack.
- Get-off quickness is adequate but not explosive, as he doesn't threaten guards with his initial burst and allows blockers to establish position before he can generate any penetration into the backfield on passing situations.
- Hand technique remains inconsistent, often lunging rather than placing hands with precision, which leads to offensive linemen controlling his chest plate and steering him away from plays despite his natural strength advantages.
- Limited pass rush plan and move set means he's largely a one-dimensional run defender who struggles to win when asked to rush the passer, making him a liability in obvious passing situations unless he's strictly eating blocks for others to make plays.
Scouting Report: Summary
Put the tape on and you see a classic space-eating nose tackle who can anchor a run defense but won't give you much as a pass rusher. Regis profiles as a rotational interior defender who can contribute immediately in run-stuffing situations, particularly for teams running odd fronts where they need a big body to occupy blockers and keep linebackers clean. His elite run defense grades and consistent motor translate to early special teams value while he develops into a more complete player. The concern is whether he can ever become more than a two-down thumper given his height disadvantage and limited pass rush development after four years of Power Four football.Here's the deal: teams looking for immediate help against physical running games will find value in what Regis offers. His ability to hold the point, pursue outside his gap, and disrupt passing lanes from the interior gives him a defined role in base packages and short-yardage situations. The athleticism from his high school days still flashes in his lateral movement and chase ability, suggesting there's untapped potential if a defensive line coach can refine his hand usage and expand his pass rush repertoire. He's the kind of player who can eat 20-25 snaps per game and do exactly what you ask without beating himself.
The path forward requires significant development as a pass rusher if Regis wants to become a three-down player. His strength and motor give him the foundation, but without improved hand technique, better initial burst, and a more diverse rush plan, he'll struggle to justify staying on the field in passing situations. Teams that value run defense and cultural fit will appreciate what he brings, but his ceiling appears limited unless he makes substantial technical improvements. He's a fifth-round investment with the character and work ethic to maximize his physical tools, offering solid depth value for a team that needs interior reinforcements and isn't expecting him to be a primary pass rush threat.
Albert Regis percentiles vs other Defensive Lines (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Albert Regis (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
149.6
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
41.0
*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.