Germie Bernard (born December 2, 2003) is an American professional football wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Michigan State Spartans, Washington Huskies, and Alabama Crimson Tide. Bernard was selected by the Steelers in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Early life Bernard was born on December 2, 2003, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He attended Liberty High School in Henderson, Nevada. He had a breakout sophomore season, tallying 948 yards and 14 touchdowns. In his senior season, Bernard totaled 53 receptions for 956 yards and 12 touchdowns. Bernard initially committed to play college football for the Washington Huskies before flipping his commitment to the Michigan State Spartans.
College career Michigan State In week 6 of the 2022 season, Bernard hauled in three receptions for 28 yards against Ohio State. He finished his first collegiate season making seven catches for 128 yards and two touchdowns. After the season, Bernard entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Washington Bernard transferred to play with the Washington Huskies. In week 2 of the 2023 season, he recorded his first touchdown as a Husky in a win over Tulsa. In week 5, Bernard led the Huskies in receiving bringing in eight receptions for 98 yards, while also adding a touchdown on the ground, as he helped Washington beat Arizona. On January 15, 2024, he announced that he would be entering the transfer portal.
Alabama On January 21, 2024, Bernard announced that he would be transferring to Alabama.
College statistics Year Team GP Receiving Rushing Rec Yds Avg TD Att Yds TD 2022 Michigan State 5 7 128 18.3 2 1 3 0 2023 Washington11 34 419 12.32 13 43 2 2024 Alabama1350794 15.92437 1 2025 Alabama1464862 13.5718101 2Career 391552,20314.2 13361845
Professional career
Bernard was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the second round with the 47th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
References
External links Pittsburgh Steelers bio Michigan State Spartans bio Washington Huskies bio Alabama Crimson Tide bio