Juan Berchal brings speed, toughness, and playmaking versatility to App State’s secondary
In the 2025 season, Juan Berchal appeared in 10 games for Appalachian State and posted 10 tackles, 3 pass breakups, and a tackle for loss, while also contributing on special teams with a 45-yard punt return and a 22-yard fake-punt run. His profile stands out for versatility, burst, and physicality—he can help as a coverage DB, a reliable tackler, and a gadget-situational athlete. Earlier high-school and recruiting reports also point to an aggressive, ball-disrupting defender, though injuries briefly interrupted his prep run, so the fit is best for a team that values competitive edge and multi-phase utility over pure size.
