Sunday, April 19, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Prospect S Treydan Stukes

Treydan Stukes:

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Chiefs Wire:  https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/chiefs/2026/01/05/treydan-stukes-arizona-wildcats-scouting-report/88036031007/


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Draftwire 2026 NFL Draft: Final big board of top 75 prospects (52 - CB Treydan Stukes - Arizona):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/04/17/2026-nfl-draft-final-big-board-top-75-prospects/89653599007/

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2026 NFL Draft Rankings: Cornerbacks - PFF (10. Treydan Stukes, Arizona Wildcats - Big board rank: 61. Stukes worked his way from walk-on to starter and projects best as a hybrid slot defender. While he lacks top-tier athleticism for outside roles, his instincts and playmaking ability stand out.) (4-3-26):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-cornerback-rankings

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Treydan Stukes had an interception vs. BYU:  https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/46567341

Treydan Stukes picks off ASU with acrobatic INT:  https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/47134300

Treydan Stukes had an interception vs. Iowa State:  https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/46404107

Articles:

Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round (Second round - Arizona DB Treydan Stukes:  A team captain at Arizona, Stukes is a hybrid cornerback who tested well at the NFL Combine.   He recorded four interceptions and six passes defensed in 2025, earning a 90.1 overall defensive grade from Pro Football Focus for his efforts. The overall mark ranked sixth among 897 qualified corners.  Stukes has the necessary skillset to compete for a starting job immediately, plus the ability to line up in multiple alignments. This versatility should make him ultra appealing to Holmes, furthering the reason why he's bound to be a Day 2 target of the organization.) (4-23-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-2026-draft-big-board-top-targets-every-round

Where Ty Simpson gets drafted, teams who could shake up NFL Draft and more (9. Which prospect will be the biggest steal on Day 2? Wilson: CB Treydan Stukes, Arizona and WR Germie Bernard, Alabama. "I'll give you two players, and I had a chance to talk to both in the weeks leading up to the draft: Arizona CB Treydan Stukes and Alabama WR Germie Bernard.") (4-21-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2026-nfl-draft-roundtable-ty-simpson/

2026 All-Forno Team: Introducing 2026 NFL Draft’s best players from first-round studs to hidden gems (Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona:  Stukes is one of my favorite players in the class. He is a versatile player who has played all over the formation for the Wildcats. He is a sixth-year player who was playing well in 2024 before tearing his ACL after just four games. Stukes came back with a vengeance in 2025, thriving in the slot. He was a wide cornerback for the majority of his snaps in 2022 before kicking inside to the slot.  When watching Stukes, his movement skills are top-notch. He flips his hips with ease and can run with anyone. Stukes also has some of the best ball skills in the class, attacking it at its highest point with aggressiveness and consistency. He might be 24 entering the NFL, but his versatile skill set, that level of football IQ will be a huge plus to whoever drafts him.) (4-21-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/2026-nfl-draft-all-forno-team-treydan-stukes-ahmary-harvey-jonah-coleman-josiah-trotter-kaleb-proctor-dangelo-ponds/

2026 NFL draft intel, notes: What Adam Schefter is hearing (Arizona cornerback Treydan Stukes seems to be climbing on some draft boards. He has been busy traveling in recent weeks, with 11 top-30 visits, including to Pittsburgh on Wednesday, Kansas City on Tuesday and Seattle last Monday. Stukes had four interceptions last season and ran a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at the combine. Teams say they think he can play both safety positions, nickel corner and outside CB.  One NFL general manager called Stukes "one of the best safeties I've seen [in my time as a GM]," and added he would draft him ahead of Ohio State safety Caleb Downs. "This guy makes freaky plays that I haven't seen other safeties make." It would not be a shock to see Stukes sneaks into Round 1.) (4-20-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48507444/2026-nfl-draft-notes-intel-buzz-adam-schefter-first-round-picks-teams-trades

Prisco's Better-Than Team for 2026 NFL Draft: The 20 prospects he's higher on than scouts (Treydan Stukes - 2025: Third-team All-American. Treydan Stukes has good size at nearly 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds, but the thing that really is attractive is his versatility. He has played outside, inside and even at safety. That can be testing for some corners, but with his coverage ability and willingness to tackle it was not a problem. He is sometimes too aggressive as a tackler, which can lead to issues. But that can be coached. His tape is fun to watch. He has a one-handed interception against Arizona State in man coverage down the field that showed off his true athleticism. There are also a lot of plays of him making tackles in the run game and coming up to prevent big plays after a catch. With teams looking for versatile players, he would seem to be an attractive fit in any secondary.) (4-14-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/prisco-better-than-team-2026-nfl-draft-prospects-most-underrated/

2026 NFL Draft Preview: The class has multiple fascinating players our staff hedges against consensus (Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona - Who: Tyler Forness.  Rank: 28th.  A to Z Sports Consensus: 62nd.  Stukes is one of my favorite players in the class. He is a versatile player who has played all over the formation for the Wildcats. He is a sixth-year player who was playing well in 2024 before tearing his ACL after just four games. Stukes came back with a vengeance in 2025, thriving in the slot. He was a wide cornerback for the majority of his snaps in 2022 before kicking inside to the slot. When watching Stukes, his movement skills are top-notch. He flips his hips with ease and can run with anyone. Stukes also has some of the best ball skills in the class, attacking it at its highest point with aggressiveness and consistency. He might be 24 entering the NFL, but his versatile skill set and that level of football IQ will be a huge plus to whoever drafts him.) (4-14-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/2026-nfl-draft-preview-the-class-has-multiple-fascinating-players-our-staff-hedges-against-consensus/

What Makes Arizona's Draft Prospects Stand Out (Treydan Stukes Shows Impressive All-Around Skills:  Stukes missed the first two games at the beginning of the season as he was still rehabbing a season-ending torn ACL that occurred in 2024. When he came back, he was a menace to opposing defenses, seeming to be everywhere on the field. Stukes followed his impressive season with a combine performance that caught the attention of scouts. Stukes isn't just athletic, tall, explosive, or strong, but he is all of those things combined. Stukes' skillset is enough to complete any team he lands on.) (4-13-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-what-makes-draft-prospects-stand-out

Former Wildcats Safety Earning National Attention Ahead of NFL Draft (4-13-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-former-safety-earning-national-attention-ahead-nfl-draft

What NFL Scouts Said About Arizona's Best Prospects (Treydan Stukes:  Stukes has been a stalwart on the defense since arriving in 2022. This year, he proved his worth at the nickel back position after coming back from a season-ending knee injury the season before. Stukes' skills in deep coverage and ball-hawking make him a dangerous defender. After his performance in the combine and in Pro Day, scouts on NFL.com reported that Stukes, "Sixth-year senior and team captain who went from walk-on to unquestioned leader of his defense. Stukes combines his infectious passion with hours of preparation that allow him to play fast. He communicates well from zone and works quickly from route to route.") (4-10-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-what-nfl-scouts-said-about-best-prospects

2026 NFL Draft Intel: The latest on Rueben Bain Jr., conflicting reports on Chris Brazzell, and notes on the Jets and Buccaneers (Sleeper first round players - We always love dark-horse first round candidates this time of year, and one guy that wouldn’t surprise me is Arizona defensive back Treydan Stukes. While he’s an older prospect, Stukes’ ability to play nickel and safety is so valuable in the modern NFL. There are even some teams that think he can play outside cornerback. If there’s an early safety run, don’t be surprised if Stukes becomes a borderline first rounder.) (4-9-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/2026-nfl-draft-intel-rueben-bain-jr-chris-brazzell-cleveland-browns-carnell-tate-arvell-reese/

How former walk-on Treydan Stukes became the NFL Draft's most versatile defensive back (4-7-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/how-arizonas-treydan-stukes-became-nfl-drafts-most-versatile-defensive-back/

2026 NFL Draft: 5 best cornerbacks in man coverage, including LSU's Mansoor Delane (Treydan Stukes, Arizona: Currently ranked 61st on the PFF big board, Stukes shares a similar athletic profile to Delane and boasts the ability to play both in the nickel and on the perimeter. Standing 6-foot-1 with long arms and blistering 4.3 speed, Stukes rarely looks mismatched against any type of modern wide receiver. Stukes registered an 83.2 PFF grade in man coverage this past year, third among draft-eligible players. While he was targeted more frequently than Delane (a big-name cornerback whom quarterbacks were conditioned to avoid), Stukes allowed just 10 catches on 19 targets while snagging multiple interceptions. While quarterbacks only managed a passer rating of 32.2 when targeting Stukes in man coverage, it’s also worth noting he performed even better in zone coverage (89.5 coverage grade). With six years of collegiate experience, Stukes being 24 years old is one of the only reasons he isn’t being discussed as a late first-round pick.) (4-7-26): https://www.pff.com/news/2026-nfl-draft-5-best-cornerbacks-in-man-coverage-including-lsus-mansoor-delane


Ryan Wilson discusses why CB Treydan Stukes will be a top-50 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft (4-3-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/watch/general/video/sportshq-network-13372

NFL Draft Late Round Value Picks:: Underrated Defensive Backs (Treydan Stukes, DB, Arizona:  Treydan Stukes is listed as a "defensive back" because he was a cornerback essentially playing big nickel safety for Arizona this past season. Stukes is another sixth-year senior, but teams would be making a mistake if they let that devalue him. The 6-1, 190-pound playmaker went from walk-on to team captain through undeniable leadership traits. The Litchfield Park, Arizona native is a passionate defender with high-level processing skills, leading to 35 career pass breakups and seven interceptions.) (4-3-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/late-round-expert/nfl-draft-late-round-value-picks-underrated-defensive-backs

Wildcard 2026 NFL Draft prospects who have the best chance to shock folks and end up being selected in the first round (S Treydan Stukes (Arizona):  Stukes is an older prospect, which has caused him to become a bit underrated as a prospect. With experience at nickel and safety, he is a dynamic defensive back who brings a ton of versatility to the table. With Stukes’ outstanding movement skills, coverage instincts, and ability as a tackler in the open field, there aren’t many holes in his game. There are even some teams that have toyed with the idea of Stukes playing outside cornerback. After Stukes testing on an elite level, there just aren’t many boxes that Stukes hasn’t checked off for his process.)(4-2-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/wildcard-2026-nfl-draft-prospects-first-round-treydan-stukes-r-mason-thomas/

Surging Arizona DB Looks To Be Steal of the NFL Draft (4-2-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-surging-looks-to-be-steal-nfl-draft

Under The Radar NFL Draft Prospects: Treydan Stukes (4-2-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/watch/general/video/under-the-radar-nfl-draft-prospects-treydan-stukes

10 Late-Round NFL Draft Prospects With a Clear Path to Playing Time (Treydan Stukes, CB, Arizona:  Arizona defensive back Treydan Stukes is a cornerback with "BIG NICKEL" flexibility. The Wildcats often asked Stukes to defend the slot, where his size, athleticism, and ball-tracking skills routinely offered him the advantage over tight ends and slot receivers in coverage. He's an older prospect after a six-year college career, but his maturity and coverage instincts should make for a smooth transition.) (4-1-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/late-round-expert/10-late-round-nfl-draft-prospects-with-a-clear-path-to-playing-time

2026 NFL draft All-Film team: 11 prospects with upside (Safety: Treydan Stukes, Arizona - Scouts Inc. ranking: No. 77.  The red flags on Stukes' profile are the familiar ones: age and injury history. Stukes is 24 years old and will turn 25 during his rookie season, making him older than current and established NFL defensive backs like Nate Wiggins, Calen Bullock, Kamari Lassiter, Christian Gonzalez and Cooper DeJean. Stukes is leaving college so late in large part because of a 2024 ACL tear that shortened his would-be senior season and kept him out of the first few games of the 2025 season to boot.  That's the bad news. Here's the good: Stukes had a career year off that ACL tear. He snagged four picks in 10 games in 2025, exceeding his career total (three) up to that point. He dominated the combine as well, with a 38-inch vertical jump, a 10-foot-10 broad jump and a 4.33-second 40-yard dash before he called it a day. While the knee warrants long-term concern, there's no doubt that Stukes worked his way back into form off that injury.  And Stukes is a grinder as a former walk-on who became a four-year starter and team captain. Over his entire career in Tucson, he played 815 snaps at outside corner (mostly in his younger years), 1,333 in the slot and another 199 at safety (155 of which came last season).  I cannot believe how natural he looks in safetylike roles despite the lack of true experience he has at the position. When forced to sink off the line of scrimmage and play routes from depth, Stukes demonstrates tremendous footwork, angles and ball tracking. Given his longer and leaner frame (6-1, 190 pounds), I like the idea of taking him out of the box and playing him from depth. He's a hand-in-glove fit for quarters defenses that need their safeties to play quasi-man coverage over slot receivers and tight ends.  I think Stukes can become a Bullock-esque policeman in the deep middle of the field -- rangy with ball skills and willing toughness. If he doesn't end up having that special level of range, then the career arc of Super Bowl champion Coby Bryant, who started with the Seahawks as a corner before flipping to safety and blossoming there, is another possible outcome.) (4-1-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48357403/2026-nfl-draft-all-tape-team-best-prospects-every-position-nussmeier-bernard-barham

PFSN EXCLUSIVE: Arizona DB Treydan Stukes Discusses Positional Versatility, Coming Back From Injury To Becoming an All-American (3-31-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/treydan-stukes-nfl-draft-interview-2026/

2026 NFL Draft: Potential next A.J. Brown and 10 other undervalued prospects worthy of your attention (Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona:  Treydan Stukes is one of the more impressive stories of this entire draft class. Stukes walked on at Arizona in 2020, tore his ACL in 2024, and then in his final season turned in an impressive campaign as an AP third-team All-American with four interceptions and six PBUs. Stukes has the best ball skills of any safety in this class, matching his athleticism (4.33 40-yard dash, 38-inch vertical jump, 10'10" broad jump) with the intangibles that his experience gives him to make plays on the ball from the hashes or closer to the box. What really sells me on Stukes is his versatility. He played both nickel and deep safety for Arizona this past season and stood out at both spots, showing the ability to play man coverage against slot receivers and making plays as a deep safety. Because of how much defenses want to play light and have their slot defenders impact the run and match against power slots, I think Stukes could go a lot higher than people think.) (3-31-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-draft-undervalued-prospects/

Top Sleepers in the 2026 NFL Draft: 8 Potential Steals in This Class, Including WR Germie Bernard and TE Eli Stowers (Ian Cummings - My favorite potential steal in the 2026 NFL Draft is Arizona DB Treydan Stukes. He'll be over 25 years old as a rookie and has a medical history, and those two factors may push him down the board. But at a lower price point, he's an instant impact player with slot-safety versatility, elite explosive athleticism, keen football IQ and route vision, and the physicality and trigger to play fast and forceful in run support. For win-now teams that need either a nickel or a safety on the back end, Stukes is one of the best players available. If he can stay healthy, he can be an invaluable fusing presence for an NFL secondary.) (3-31-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/top-sleepers-2026-nfl-draft/


One CB Detroit Lions Could Target in Every Round of 2026 NFL Draft (Bonus second round option: Treydan Stukes, Arizona - A team captain at Arizona, Stukes is a hybrid cornerback who tested well at the NFL Combine.  He recorded four interceptions and six passes defensed in 2025, earning a 90.1 overall defensive grade from Pro Football Focus for his efforts. The overall mark ranked sixth among 897 qualified corners.) (3-27-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/news/one-cb-detroit-lions-could-target-every-round-2026-nfl-draft

Treydan Stukes' Journey Is Capturing Serious NFL Draft Attention (3-23-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/player-profiles/treydan-stukes-journey-is-capturing-serious-nfl-draft-attention

2026 NFL Draft Big Board: 5 Biggest Risers on Tony Pauline’s Post-Combine Update (Treydan Stukes/DB/Arizona - Big Board Jump Since Last Update: 33 spots, from No. 115 to No. 82.  Stukes was one of the darlings of the combine for NFL teams. Measuring 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds, he timed 4.33 seconds with a 10-yard split of 1.50 seconds, second only to Lorenzo Styles in the secondary group. He comes off a season where he recorded a career-best four interceptions and 10 PBUs, and teams believe he’s an interchangeable defensive back who can play either safety or cornerback on Sundays.) (3-10-26):  https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-two-thousand-twenty-six-nfl-draft-big-board-five-biggest-risers-on-tony-paulines-post-combine-update/

2026 NFL combine winners, losers: Which players are trending up, down? (7. Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona:  You won't find many former walk-ons like this one. The sixth-year senior posted a superlative overall testing profile, with his 40 time (4.33 seconds) and vertical leap (38 inches) ranking among the best at his position group and his broad jump (10-10) pacing all safeties. Stukes is one of this class' older prospects and is coming off a torn anterior cruciate ligament in 2024, so any team considering investing a Day 2 selection in him will need to be comfortable with what it found out behind the scenes at the combine. Still, an ultra-athletic and savvy nickel with the capacity to take on a variety of coverage assignments should be massively attractive to general managers given the current demands on NFL defenses.) (3-2-26):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/03/01/nfl-combine-winners-losers-2026-draft-stock/88918814007/

NFL Scouting Combine Notebook: 10 things I trust the most about the 2026 NFL Draft after spending a week in Indianapolis (Treydan Stukes solidified second round status - Even before the NFL Scouting Combine, there were several teams that had second round grades on Arizona defensive back Treydan Stukes. The versatile safety-nickel prospect is an older player (turning 24 years old before his rookie season), but the flexibility that he brings to a defense is outstanding. Barring everything coming back clean with his medicals, Stukes seemed to have locked himself into the top-64 selections following his performance in Indianapolis, which included a 4.33-second forty-yard dash, as well as posting a 38-inch vertical jump and a 10’1” broad jump. Stukes isn’t a secret anymore, and really never has been to NFL teams.) (3-2-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/nfl-scouting-combine-notebook-10-things-i-trust-the-most-about-the-2026-nfl-draft-jordyn-tyson-brandon-cisse-kc-concepcion/

2026 NFL combine: Top draft prospects, best workouts, risers (Yates: Cornerback Treydan Stukes' (Arizona) 40 time of 4.33 seconds got me excited. The 6-foot-1, 190-pounder is a super-versatile player who often hovered over the slot last season, displaying serious physicality and ball skills. Stukes' four interceptions in 2025 surpassed his previous career total, and I loved the way he tracked and attacked the ball on tape. Stukes is an older prospect who played six college seasons and missed time due to a major knee injury in 2024, but he'd be one of my favorite picks in the Round 3 range.) (3-1-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/47978529/2026-nfl-combine-top-draft-prospects-workouts-risers-40-every-position

TWENTYMAN: Combine Day 4 observations (More speed: This was the fastest safety class in the history of the Combine. Instincts are always the key trait for all great safeties, but speed certainly helps too. The combination of both makes for a difference maker in the back of a defense. Lorenzo Styles Jr. (4.27), Robert Spears-Jennings (4.32), Treydan Stukes (4.33) and Dillon Thieneman (4.35) all ran sub-4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash. The safety group averaged 4.55 seconds.) (2-28-26):  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/detroit-lions-combine-day-4-observations-miller-proctor-freeling

2026 NFL combine DB workouts: Top prospect grades and biggest risers (Other standout performers - Treydan Stukes.  Measurables: 6-foot-1, 190 pounds, 8½-inch hands, 31¾-inch arm length.  Testing: 4.33 40-yard dash, 1.50-second 10-yard split, 38-inch vertical jump, 10-foot-10 broad jump. Arizona cornerback Treydan Stukes entered the week as CBS Sports' No. 71 overall prospect but climbed up draft boards after an electric combine performance Friday. The 2025 third-team All-American ran the third-fastest 40-yard dash among safeties at 4.33 seconds and ranked in the top five at the position in both the vertical jump (38 inches, tied for fifth) and broad jump (10-foot-10, tied for first). Stukes has solidified himself as a Day 2 pick and will garner plenty of interest at Arizona's pro day.) (2-28-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/nfl-combine-2026-db-grades-biggest-risers/

Fastest Players at 2026 NFL Combine: Jeremiyah Love, Lorenzo Styles Jr. Among Leaders in 40-Yard Dash Times (6T. Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona – 4.33 seconds. Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona:  Treydan Stukes will be an older rookie as a sixth-year senior, and he also has a lengthy medical history that could cloud his stock at the NFL Combine. Still, if his medicals check out, he stands out as one of the biggest potential value acquisitions in the 2026 NFL Draft. A former walk-on who developed into a multi-year team captain, Stukes worked through injuries to emerge as one of the best defensive backs in college football in 2025. He achieved an elite PFSN CB impact grade of 90.4, while allowing a meager 35.9 QB Rating and generating incompletions on a whopping 15% of his targets, per TruMedia. Sporting a lean frame, Stukes is an explosive, quick-footed, and fluid mover in coverage, who weaponizes his hyper-elite processing, route vision, and adaptability with calculated, efficient footwork, rapid reaction, and proactive physicality at contact. Stukes is most comfortable in zone coverage and off-man, as he operates better with cushion to read, react, and manage positioning. In zone-heavy schemes, he has clear quality starter and potential impact starter ability as a natural nickel defender who can also seamlessly rotate back to safety on a situational basis, or to enact coverage disguises.) (2-28-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/fastest-players-at-2026-nfl-combine-jeremiyah-love-lorenzo-styles-jr/

2026 NFL Combine Day 2 Risers and Fallers: Kenyon Sadiq, Avieon Terrell Confirm Status As First-Round Picks (Risers - Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona: Whether it’s as a nickel cornerback or as a safety, Treydan Stukes has NFL starting potential written all over him. That’s apparent by his playmaking, versatility, and competitiveness in coverage on tape, but now he has the official testing numbers to back up his strong film.  Stukes ran a stellar 4.33 40-yard dash at 6’1″ and 190 pounds, ranking fourth among all defensive backs on Day 2. His 10’10” broad jump came close to 95th percentile for safeties, and he also demonstrated good agility and ball-tracking skills in positional drills, as well.) (2-28-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2026-nfl-combine-day-2-risers-fallers/

15 Defensive Backs Who Won the NFL Combine (Treydan Stukes, CB, Arizona
Treydan Stukes - Arizona. Arizona cornerback Treydan Stukes measured in at 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds before running a 4.33, the fourth-fastest result among all defensive backs. Stukes appeared to pull up slightly lame, indicating he might've been capable of shaving that number down closer to 4.30. He also leaped a10-foot-10 broad and 38 inch vertical. Stukes is a ballhawk who registered a career-high four interceptions in 2025. His preferred approach in coverage is physicality. Stukes is a flat-out playmaker with size and athleticism to boot.) (2-27-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/15-defensive-backs-who-won-the-nfl-combine

How Gruesome Injury Helped Arizona's Stukes Find Way to NFL (2-27-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-how-gruesome-injury-helped-stukes-find-way-to-nfl

NFL Combine: 5 high-character defensive backs for Detroit Lions (Arizona CB/S Treydan Stukes - Size: 6-foot-2, 200 pounds. Quick bio: Stukes spent his entire six-year college career at Arizona after walking on, and he eventually became the leader of the defense. He started nearly 40 games throughout his career, playing outside cornerback, nickel, and eventually safety. In the NFL, he projects either as a safety or a big nickel with good size and speed.
Current draft projection: Round 3
Combine vibes:  Enjoyed talking to Stukes, who overcame adversity by posting his best career season in 2025 after suffering a torn ACL that cost him most of his 2024 year. Stukes talked extensively about how he mentally focused during the rehab by reading seven mindfulness, wellness books—including one written by his dad. “It taught me how to be resilient, how to be patient, and trusting the plan that been (put) on me,” Stukes said. “I learned a lot about myself during that process and I was diligent about putting in those daily deposits that help you reap the rewards you want to reap.” One of Stukes’ biggest draws in the NFL will be his versatility. He played outside initially, moved to nickel in 2023, then played some safety this final year at Arizona.) (2-26-26):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-draft/158140/nfl-combine-5-high-character-defensive-backs-for-detroit-lions

2026 NFL combine: Prospects who could boost draft stock (Treydan Stukes, CB, Arizona - Stukes brings true "big nickel" appeal thanks to his physical slot presence, ball-hawk instincts and ability to high-point contested throws while impacting all three levels of the field. His downhill mentality, run support and 2025 interception production highlight a versatile, tone-setting defensive back. His aggressive pursuit can occasionally lead to missed tackles in space despite otherwise strong wrap-up technique.) (2-23-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2026-nfl-combine-draft-risers-to-watch/

Top Underrated 2026 NFL Draft Prospects You Shouldn't Ignore (3. Treydan Stukes, CB, Arizona:  Ageism could impact Treydan Stukes' pre-draft grades due to spending six seasons at Arizona. A prospect who improved with each passing year, Stukes is an impact cornerback who creates turnovers. He's violent and explosive when triggering towards the ball, with 26 career pass breakups and seven interceptions (a career-high four in 2025).) (2-18-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/top-underrated-2026-nfl-draft-prospects-you-shouldn-t-ignore-01khs1ape4k3

2026 NFL Draft Intel: Jermod McCoy’s medicals, the truth about Colton Hood, an FCS darling, and Mansoor Delane’s lone concern (Treydan Stukes (Arizona):  While most folks around the league I’ve spoken with view former Arizona standout Treydan Stukes as a safety who can also play in the slot, a couple of teams have him graded as an outside cornerback right now. He has the size profile that many will like on the outside (6’¾”, 195 pounds, 31 ¼” arms) and is expected to test really well. There are more than a couple of second-round grades out there on Stukes around the NFL. He is one of the prospects the media hasn’t valued as highly as the league, at least so far.) (1-28-26):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/2026-nfl-draft-intel-cornerback-class-jermod-mccoy-colton-hood-mansoor-delane-dangelo-ponds-will-lee-iii/

Treydan Stukes’ Walk-On Journey to All-American Honors (12-16-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/treydan-stukes-walk-on-journey-all-american-honors-


PFSN All-Big 12 Football Team Headlined by Devon Dampier, David Bailey (CB: Treydan Stukes, Arizona Wildcats.  Arizona’s Treydan Stukes were recognized for their coverage abilities.) (12-11-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/pfsn-all-big-12-football-team-2025/

PFF 2025 All-Big 12 Team: Jordyn Tyson, Jacob Rodriguez and more (CB: Treydan Stukes, Arizona) (12-10-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/pff-2025-all-big-12-team-jordyn-tyson-jacob-rodriguez-and-more

Why These Three Wildcats Defenders Dominated All Season (Treydan Stukes:  Senior Defensive Back, Treydan Stukes, had a phenomenal season and was strong in coverage. Treydan Stukes, a seasoned defensive back for the Wildcats, returned to full health in 2025 and quickly became a key piece in coverage and secondary leadership. His presence added balance to Arizona’s secondary, combining coverage reliability, run support, and veteran skills. He was a key companion to Johnson’s aggressive safety play to help create a nationally ranked defensive backfield.  His final tally for the season was 52 total tackles, six pass deflections, and four interceptions to add to another good all-around defense. Stukes is the top-rated defensive player for Arizona this season with a defensive grade of 89.1 and a 89.8 coverage grade.) (12-2-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/why-these-three-wildcats-defenders-dominated-all-season-

Treydan Stukes shows up in big moments in Territorial Cup (11-29-25):  https://247sports.com/college/arizona/article/treydan-stukes-shows-up-big-moments-territorial-cup-263866159/

Arizona's Treydan Stukes, Dalton Johnson 'everything that's right about college football' (11-22-25):  https://tucson.com/sports/college/football/wildcats/article_d0c558d3-281e-49ff-a35e-9a3f8494501c.html

Key Arizona Defenders Poised to Stand Out vs. Baylor (Treydan Stukes-Nickelback Treydan Stuke:  Much like Johnson, Stukes has been a lockdown pass defender when the offense has tried to throw in his direction. That much can be said, as he defended two huge passes thrown to the receiver he was guarding; one would have been for a touchdown. The Veteran defensive back has done that all season, which is why he is tied for fourth in the Big 12 in pass breakups (6), despite missing two of 10 games. The Wildcats will need that elite level of play from Stukes that has made the Arizona defense the best in the conference at defending the pass.) (11-21-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/key-wildcats-defenders-poised-stand-out-vs-baylor-bears

PFSN’s Highest-Graded CFB Players of Week 11: Standouts, Superstars, and Sensational Performers (Highest-Graded College Football CBs in Week 11 - 1. Treydan Stukes, Arizona Wildcats: 90.7 (A-)) (11-10-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/highest-graded-college-football-players-week-11/

Arizona’s Defensive Grades Revealed After Week 10 Win (5. DB Treydan Stukes:  Stukes was a guy to keep an eye on facing Colorado's top receivers from the slot, and he was excellent. He made five tackles and came up with half a sack and half a tackle for loss. He allowed three catches on seven passes thrown his way, but allowed zero yards.  He locked down the slot for the Wildcats against Joseph Williams and the Buffaloes' receivers, while supporting the run defense on the edges. You couldn't ask much more of the veteran nickel. According to PFF, Stukes earned an overall grade of 74.9, with a coverage grade of 72.4, a tackling grade of 70.7 and a run defense grade of 67.1.) (11-5-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/onsi-wildcats-football-treydan-stukes-brent-brennan-taye-brown-dalton-johnson-chase-kennedy-jayvion-cole-danny-gonzales

3 Arizona Defensive Players to Watch vs Colorado (DB Treydan Stukes:  Arizona's secondary was as good as you could ask for in the first five games of the year, allowing zero touchdown passes. In the past two games, they've allowed four. What happened?  To put it simply, the pass rush hasn't been alive for Arizona, so they've been forced to hold up in coverage for a while, and better quarterbacks and receivers will take advantage of that.  Both Salter and Ryan Staub could play, but neither has exactly been prolific as a passer this year.  Both of Colorado's top receivers, Joseph Williams and Omarion Miller, appeared to be benched against Utah for disciplinary reasons. Miller played part of the game, while Williams did not enter.  Barring another unexpected benching, both should suit up against the Wildcats. Miller lines up outside and in the slot, leading the team with 430 yards and four touchdowns. Williams runs exclusively from the slot with 370 yards and three scores. Stukes will match up with both receivers plenty in this one. When Colorado does go through, they like to take shots down the field. Stukes will either be the jammer in zone coverage or run with them in man. As a leader of the defense, he's one to watch and see if the secondary returns to its old way, potentially nabbing a takeaway or two.) (10-28-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-football-brent-brennan-colorado-buffaloes-deshawn-mcknight-treydan-stukes-danny-gonzales-chase-kennedy-

How Arizona's Secondary Has Become Big 12's Most Feared (The Wildcats rank sixth in scoring defense (18.5) in the Big 12, third in total yardage allowed (275.7) and first in passing defense (151.3). Nickel corner Treydan Stukes and boundary corner Ayden Garnes have suffocated opposing receivers this season. Stukes is tied for the team lead with two picks this season.) (10-17-26):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-football-brent-brennan-danny-gonales-dalton-johnson-genesis-smith-mel-kiper-jr-tre-smith-treydan-stokes

College Football Week 7: Team of the Week, Player Awards - PFF (Big 12 Team of the Week - Flex: Treydan Stukes, Arizona) (10-12-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-7-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

Three Players Who Stood Out Defensively For Arizona (Stukes recorded his second interception and second pass deflection on the season as he continues to work his way back to full health after his injury.) (10-12-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-football-treydan-stukes-dalton-johnson-taye-brown-brent-brennan-danny-gonzales

College Football Week 5: Team of the Week, Player Awards - PFF (Big 12 Team of the Week - S: Treydan Stukes, Arizona) (9-28-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-5-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

Arizona Falls at No. 14 Iowa State to Open Big 12 Play(Treydan Stukes added nine stops and an interception.) (9-27-25):  https://arizonawildcats.com/news/2025/9/27/football-arizona-falls-at-no-14-iowa-state-to-open-big-12-play.aspx

Impressive performance by Arizona defense biggest surprise in 3-0 start (Adding to the impressiveness of what Arizona has done on defense is that it’s yet to have its entire starting 11 healthy. Defensive back Treydan Stukes made his return from knee surgery against K-State and got half a sack on the opening drive but only played seven snaps, while defensive end Tre Smith missed the game after getting hurt the week before.) (9-15-25):  https://www.azdesertswarm.com/football/69795/arizona-wildcats-football-defense-danny-gonzales-coordinator-genesis-smith-treydan-stukes-stats-2025

Arizona DB Gavin Hunter thriving as starter with Treydan Stukes sidelined (Hunter started in place of the injured Treydan Stukes, who suffered a knee injury nearly a year ago in Arizona’s Big 12 opener at Utah, against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors on Saturday.) (9-3-25):  https://tucson.com/sports/arizonawildcats/football/article_68f0ed46-38ef-48a8-a4f4-05fbd21786ad.html

Arizona's Treydan Stukes Remains Leader While Rehabbing (7-19-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-football-big-12-treydan-stukes-ayden-garnes

Arizona Wildcats 2025 Cornerback Preview (The corner room will be led by veteran Treydan Stukes who has shown the ability to truly play all over the secondary at different positions. He was one of the top defenders for Arizona two years ago before a torn ACL cut his season short last year.) (7-15-25):  https://www.si.com/college/arizona/wildcats-football-tacario-davis-treydan-stukes-danny-gonzales



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