2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Devan Thompkins, DL, Alabama

[ASFN Admin]

Summer is here, sort of, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay.

Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans.

So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.

Film​

• Michigan State
• Michigan

Background Info​

• Listed at 6-5/290 lbs.
• 3-Star prospect according to 247 Sports
• Transferred from USC to Alabama
• Played basketball in high school

Notable career stats heading into 2026​

• 56 Tackles
• 9 Tackles for a Loss
• 8 Sacks

Notable numbers from PFF heading into 2026​

• 29 QB Hurries
• 3 Passes batted at the line of scrimmage
• 29 Defensive stops
• Pass Rush Win Rate of 27.59%

Strengths​

• Demonstrates decent strength
• Patient and doesn’t overcommit on assignments
• Can pull counters out of his back pocket
• Uses leverage to win reps
• Can show some giddy up when the time calls for it

Player Summary​

Devan Thompkins is a tough study because there are times he blends in with the rest of the defensive line. However, on the flip side, he shows moments of brilliance, suggesting he could be a promising disruptor. He does a good job getting in the backfield, but when it comes time to have a plan, it seems winged. He does have some counters and leverage ability that allow him to win reps, but they need to be more consistent.

This article originally appeared on Bucs Wire: 2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report on Alabama's Devan Thompkins

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