Key Highlights
- Even if the Buccaneers do not select a player at a certain position, that prospect could easily land with a division rival the Bucs see twice a season. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn this report, we will discuss a cornerback.
- Tampa Bay continues to prioritize defensive backs who can play with discipline, physicality, and versatility across alignments, making cornerback evaluation a year-round process. With that in mind, here is our report on Texas A&M defensive back Tyreek Chappell. InformationSchool: Texas A&MConference: SECPosition: CornerbackHeight/Weight: 5-11, 180 lbsClass: Redshirt SeniorDate of Birth: November 22, 2002All-Star Game: Shrine BowlBackgroundSEC Coaches’ All-Freshman Team (2021)The Athletic Freshman All-America First Team (2021)Multi-year starter in the SECExperience at outside corner, slot corner, and safety alignmentsCareer defensive snap count of 2,505 snapsAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNotable StatsCareer Defensive Snaps: 2,505Pass Breakups: 32Interceptions: 4Forced Fumbles: 3Tackles: 1292025 Season:Games Played: 13Targets: 49Receptions Allowed: 33Yards Allowed: 317Interceptions: 1Notable PFF NumbersCareer PFF Defensive Grade (Peak): 74.12025 Coverage Grade: 62.6Career Missed Tackle Rate: 16.2%Targets Per Season (Peak): 54Career Interceptions (PFF Charted): 4PFF usage data shows Chappell lining up primarily as a slot corner, with additional snaps at outside corner and safety.
- His profile reflects a defender trusted in coverage-heavy responsibilities, often tasked with handling underneath routes and contested catch situations. SkillsPhysical at the catch pointComfortable playing inside or outsideQuick trigger downhill against screens and short routesCompetitive demeanor in man coverageExperience against high-level SEC competitionWilling run defender for his sizePlayer SummaryTyreek Chappell profiles as a versatile defensive back whose value lies in alignment flexibility and experience rather than raw ball production.
- His career at Texas A&M shows a defender trusted to handle a variety of assignments, particularly in the slot, where awareness and reaction speed are critical. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhile Chappell does not project as a high-turnover outside corner at the next level, his physicality, willingness to tackle, and ability to play multiple roles give him a clear path as a rotational defensive back.
- His missed-tackle rate is an area that needs refinement, but his competitiveness and experience against SEC offenses provide a solid foundation. At the NFL level, Chappell projects as a depth corner with slot versatility and special-teams value.
