Junior Bergen is an underrated wide receiver prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft who will make an NFL roster thanks to his elite special teams ability.

The fun part about Bergen is he also has all the traits necessary to develop into an NFL-caliber wide receiver, not just a special teams ace.

The 4th-year senior was a force from day 1 in Missoula, and that immediate impact is something he expects to continue in the NFL.

Read on to see BNB Football’s complete Junior Bergen scouting report, which includes his strengths, weaknesses, production, and measurables.

Prospect: Junior Bergen
School: Montana
Position: Wide Receiver
Height: 5’10″
Weight: 184
Class: Senior (4th Year)
40 Yard Dash: 4.53
Vertical Jump: 36.5″
3 Cone Drill: 6.97

Junior Bergen NFL Draft Profile Overview

Junior Bergen grew up in Billings, Montana, where his athleticism and football instincts quickly set him apart from a young age.

A standout talent at Billings Senior High School, Bergen played quarterback and wide receiver, earning statewide recognition for his versatility, explosiveness, and leadership on the field.

He was widely regarded as the top high school recruit in Montana, showcasing a dynamic skill set that made him a threat to score any time he touched the ball.

Montana isn’t a recruiting hot bed however, so he only received offers from Montana, Montana State, Northern Arizona, and Air Force.

Originally committed to play at the University of Montana as a quarterback, Bergen’s path shifted when he transitioned to wide receiver early in his collegiate career.

His agility, vision, and elusiveness made him a threat in open space, and the Grizzlies wasted no time finding creative ways to get the ball in his hands. Over the course of his college career, Bergen evolved into a do-it-all weapon. He primarily lined up in the slot on offense, but was used heavily as a ball carrier and of course as a special teams threat.

As a receiver, Bergen has potential as a slot receiver and gadget weapon who has exceptional underneath quickness and vision as a ball carrier.

Early in his career most of his touches were actually as a ball carrier, as he recorded 493 rushing yards as a true freshman.

His hands have always been reliable, and he has solid body control to make touch catches in the air or along the sidelines when needed.

Bergen has little experience as an outside receiver, with 90% of his snaps the past 3 seasons coming out of the slot. He lacks the imposing frame or freakish top end speed that you’d expect out of most draftable wide receivers.

His experience as a quarterback has helped him understand defensive schemes, but also has led to him being the centerpiece of a ton of trick plays. Bergen has attempted 7 passes in his college career, totaling 77 passing yards and a touchdown through the air.

Where Bergen really excels is as a punt returner. The 3 time All-American return man has totaled 8 punt return touchdowns, along with a ridiculous 16.7 average punt return. He also added a kickoff return touchdown in 2023.

As a punt returner, Bergen plays will absolutely elite vision. He puts on a clinic of how to play the position, and his acceleration and ability to change direction helps him avoid defenders altogether.

Junior Bergen College Stats

In 51 career college games, Junior Bergen totaled 145 receptions for 1777 yards and 13 touchdowns. He also ran the ball 139 times for 577 yards and 4 touchdowns, while scoring 9 touchdowns on special teams.

Junior Bergen Receiving Stats

REC YDs = Receiving Yards
REC TDs = Receiving Touchdowns
Y/C = Yards Per Catch
REC% = % of team’s receiving yardage accounted for
YPRR = Yards Per Route Run

Junior Bergen Punt Return Stats

Accolades

• 1st Team All-American Return Specialist (2024)
• 2nd Team All-American Return Specialist (2023, 2022)
• 1st Team All-American All-Purpose Player (2024)
• 1st Team All-Conference Return Specialist (2024, 2023, 2022)
• 1st Team All-Conference Wide Receiver (2023)
• All-Conference Honorable Mention Wide Receiver (2024)

Strengths

• Elite special teams player
• Proven leader
• Very experienced
• Quick acceleration through cuts
• Good vision as a ball carrier
• Reliable hands

Weaknesses

• Exclusively a slot receiver
• Doesn’t play with much strength
• Unimposing frame
• Minimal contested catch success

Grade

7th-PFA

Junior Bergen will need to continue to grow as a wide receiver, but his path onto an NFL roster is clear thanks to his special teams prowess. 

While it isn’t a lock that he’ll be drafted, he’s a guarantee to be signed as a priority free agent. He has plenty of athleticism and instincts to continue his production at the next level.

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