Dante Trader Jr., a safety from the University of Maryland, was one of the 329 draft prospects to get invited to the NFL Scouting Combine. At the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, he measured in at just a tick over 5’11 and 196 lbs, with a 7.09-second 3-Cone Drill and 4.32-second 20-Yd Shuttle. Trader Jr.'s prospect grade of 5.93 indicates that he would be an average backup or special teamer at the pro level. His Next Gen Stats score of 81 falls into a good category (via NFL’s official website).
The 2025 NFL draft prospect committed to the Maryland Terrapins football program, where he played from 2021 till 2024. Dante saw playing time in all four years at Maryland after getting thrust into action in his very first season as a Terrapin in 2021. Trader Jr. started double-digit games in each of his last three years with the Terrapins, as reported by the University of Maryland Athletics. According to the University of Maryland Athletics, Dante Trader Jr. ranked inside the top 3 in total tackles on the Maryland roster from 2022 to 2024.
Dante Trader Jr.'s Hometown
Dante Trader Jr.'s hometown is Delmar, Delaware, United States, according to the NFL's official website. The defensive back’s football journey pre-Maryland started in his hometown of Delawarre, where he attended Delaware Senior High School. However, he finished his junior year at McDonogh School, where he transferred to that year.
Dante Trader Jr.’s Birthplace
Dante Trader Jr. was born in Delmar, Delaware, United States.
Dante Trader Jr.'s Nationality
Dante Trader Jr. is an American national who is a native of Delmar, Delaware, United States, according to the NFL's official website.
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FAQs on Dante Trader Jr.
A. Dante Trader Jr. is 5 ft 11 in tall, as per NFL's official website.
A. Dante Trader Jr. attended McDonogh High School.
A. No, Dante Trader Jr. did not participate in the 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine, as per NFL's official website.
A. Dante Trader Jr. plays as a safety.
