Eric McAlister | TCU | 6’3” 195 lbs. |05/28/2003 (Age 22)
Eric McAlister was not drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft. He has not yet signed with an NFL team.
COLLEGE PRODUCTION
| Year | Games Played | Receptions | Receiving yards | Total TDs |
| 2022 (FR) | 13 | 11 | 259 | 4 |
| 2023 (SO) | 13 | 47 | 873 | 5 |
| 2024 (JR) | 9 | 39 | 762 | 5 |
| 2025 (SR) | 13 | 72 | 1190 | 10 |
| Total | 48 | 169 | 3084 | 24 |
McAlister attended Azle High School in Azle, Texas, where he caught for 2,947 yards and 43 touchdowns in his final two seasons. He was rated as a three-star recruit and committed to play college football for the Boise State Broncos over offers from schools such as Nebraska, San Diego State, Utah, Virginia Tech, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Boise State
In week 10 of the 2022 season, McAlister hauled in two receptions for 33 yards and his first career touchdown versus BYU.He finished the 2022 season with 11 receptions for 259 yards and four touchdowns. In week 10 of the 2023 season, McAlister notched eight receptions for 85 yards in a 37–30 loss to Fresno State. He finished the 2023 season with 47 receptions for 873 yards and five touchdowns for the Broncos. Late in the 2023 season, with three games remaining, he stepped away from the team and entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
TCU
McAlister transferred to play for the TCU Horned Frogs in 2024, where he had two productive seasons. McAlister combined for 111 receptions, nearly 2,000 receiving yards, and 15 touchdowns. His final season was most impressive, with 1,190 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns.
Some Red Flags
TCU wide receiver Eric McAlister was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
He was also charged with a second count of terroristic threat, causing fear of imminent serious bodily injury, which is a misdemeanor. According to his indictment, he was accused of threatening a man with a gun.
FILM
STRENGTHS
Size & Speed: Possesses a “height-weight-speed” frame (6’3″) that profiles well as a boundary X-receiver, able to stretch defenses vertically.
YAC Capability: Operates with a physical, “punt returner” mentality after the catch, using strength and vision to break tackles.
Contested Catches: Shows natural ability to locate the ball, win in traffic, and use late hands to secure passes.
Production: Proven serious threat with significant big-play ability (e.g., 254 yards in a single game).
WEAKNESSES
Route Running/Technicality: Limited route tree and inconsistencies in his release packages against press coverage.
Inconsistent Hands: Tends to have concentration drops, sometimes “body catching” rather than securing with his hands.
Effort/Blocking: Scouting reports indicate inconsistent blocking effort, with occasional lapses in concentration.
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ATHLETIC TESTING
McAlister tested pretty average. He ran a 4.49 40, had a vertical jump of 28.5 inches, and had a broad jump of 119 inches.
DRAFT ANALYSIS
Rapid Reaction to Draft Capital: N/A
Rapid Reaction to Landing Spot: N/A
McAlister is still unsigned, following going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft. While McAlister was not considered a top-tier rookie prospect at any point, he still had the production profile to warrant being drafted. We have to assume the character concerns are largely why everyone passed on him.
FANTASY INSIGHTS
McAlister was projected in the 5th round before the draft.
In your rookie drafts, he is more than likely a mid-4th-round pick at best anymore. Although he slid in the NFL Draft, he is still one of the better sleeper wide receivers in this class. I am hoping he signs with Miami, given their lack of talent and depth at the position.
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