Nigerian Defensive Lineman Uar Bernard Impresses NFL Scouts

0:00It's April 5th, this is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The San Francisco 49ers are eyeing a unique talent named U-R Bernard, a Nigerian defensive lineman in the NFL's international player pathway. Program. This 6'5", 306-pound beast has zero college football experience, but elite athleticism that's turning heads. Bernard got spotted playing basketball in Nigeria just three years back, then jumped into the IPP program and started building serious hype. No traditional path, but his raw skills make him a standout prospect for teams like the Niners. Fans and scouts lit up after his showing at the HBCU showcase where his explosive power wowed everyone. For a big man, his number screen potential impact on the defensive line. He clocked a 39-inch vertical jump, a 4.63 second 40-yard dash, and a 10-foot 10-inch broad jump that would have topped. All defensive tackles at the NFL Combine, per polymarket sports reports.

1:04Word is the 49ers see him as a diamond in the rough, and with training camp looming, keep watching if this international riser lands a shot in. The Bay.