Jakoby Diamond brings size, youth, and proven disruptive flashes to Western Carolina’s defensive line
In the 2026 season, Jakoby Diamond is a 6-foot-1, 305-pound sophomore defensive lineman at Western Carolina who already showed real bite as a freshman, logging 15 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and a sack across six games. His calling card is interior mass with enough production to hint at upside: he looks like a plug-and-push lineman who can hold the point, collapse pockets, and grow into a bigger role. For a team wanting a young DL with ballast, early disruption, and developmental runway, he’s an intriguing fit.
