Rogers’ production at NC State was solid and steadily improving. He logged 33 receptions for 441 yards and 2 touchdowns in the 2025 season, bringing his college total to 68 receptions for 919 yards and 3 touchdowns across 26 games between Ohio State and NC State, averaging 13.5 yards per catch. His best moments included a pair of clutch performances, notably a 75-yard touchdown and 95 receiving yards against Syracuse.
NC State tight end Justin Jolly, who played with Rogers, shared a glowing assessment during Senior Bowl media availability. He described Rogers as “A versatile wide receiver. A man that you know can’t be bound. Like, the only person that’s gonna stop him is him,” adding that Rogers’ work ethic and demeanor make him “a great wide receiver.” Jolly also said Rogers is capable of “catching footballs and go deep.”
Jolly highlighted Rogers’ reliability, noting that even when covered, he often appears open and can win 50-50 balls. He pointed to Rogers’ first-year UNC moment as evidence: “For example, my first year here, that UNC game, he caught one against two different players.” The emphasis was on Rogers’ route detail, consistency, and ability to elevate Alabama’s passing game.
The UNC throwback moment and Syracuse game aside, Rogers’ move to Alabama gives him a fresh stage to prove his five-star pedigree. With Ryan Williams earmarked as the primary target in 2026, Rogers could provide a legitimate outside threat to stretch defenses and complement Williams, while bringing the meticulous routine and NFL-tape study that shaped his development at Ohio State.
Rogers has spoken about the influence of his time at Ohio State, where he learned from top-tier receivers and competition in the room with Marvin Harrison Jr. He emphasized building a routine, sharpening details, and drawing on NFL-level tape to elevate his game. Those habits—honed in Columbus, refined at NC State, and now arriving at Alabama—could be the difference-maker for DeBoer’s offense in 2026.
