Marsel McDuffie is UNLV’s defensive engine at linebacker
In the 2025 season, Marsel McDuffie was a tone-setting linebacker for UNLV, finishing with 112 total tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and 2.0 sacks, while also earning preseason All-Mountain West buzz and a reputation as the leader of the defense.[13][14] He’s a fit for teams that want an experienced, high-motor run stopper with production, intelligence, and steady week-to-week impact; the bonus is his academic consistency and senior-level maturity, which multiple team and media profiles highlighted.[3][12]
