Bear Alexander Chooses Growth Over Draft | Oregon Ducks Football News

Oregon Ducks Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Bear Alexander, Oregon’s defensive lineman, is doubling down on his college career—choosing growth over the NFL draft after bouncing between Georgia and USC. Back in Eugene with a renewed mindset of gratitude and under Coach Lanning’s mentorship, he’s hitting the gym hard, squatting 855 pounds with teammate Amauri Washington, and helping rally key teammates like Dante Moore and Jamari Johnson to return for another run. With USC looming as a future opponent, Alexander’s focus is laser-sharp: stay grounded, play free, and keep building toward the next level—right where he feels most at home…