From now until the 2023 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on Notre Dame LB JD Bertrand.
#27 JD BERTRAND, LB, NOTRE DAME – (R-SENIOR) 6010, 235 POUNDS
SENIOR BOWL INVITE
MEASUREMENTS
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| JD Bertrand | 6010, 235 | 9 3/4″ | 30 5/8″ | N/A |
| 40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press | ||
| N/A | N/A | 20 |
THE GOOD
— Has adequate size and play strength for the position
— Displays great pursuit of the football in the open field
— Does a great job working around blocks to get to the ball carrier
— Can change directions quickly in space as well as work cutback lanes back to the ball
— Effective blitzer off the edge as well at shooting gaps on the snap
— Gets to the quarterback quickly as a pass rusher, looking to strip the football
— Capable zone coverage defender that can react to plays in-front of him
— Will attack blocks with a strong punch to stack and shed
— Skill set looks to be made for being a core special teamer at the next level
— Three-year starter with plenty of experience
THE BAD
— Lacks high-end speed and explosiveness at the position
— Faster ball carriers can get the angle on him in space
— Does his best work flowing downhill or toward the sideline than in the open field
— Likes to leave his feet at a tackler which can lead to whiffs
— Gets overwhelmed by sheer size and power of offensive linemen
— Can get uprooted or driven back on blocks, having a tough time disengaging
— Most of his splash plays came from shooting the gap unblocked
— Struggles to run with receivers and tight ends in man coverage
— Will be a 24-year-old rookie
BIO
— Redshirt senior prospect from Alpharetta, GA
— Born May 5, 2000 (age 23)
— Three-star recruit according to Rivals
— Chapter leader for Uplifting Athletes, a non-profit that helps create a brighter future for children impacted by rare diseases
— Compiled 278 tackles, 37.