Dawson Hurst brings versatile two-way toughness to Cal Poly’s secondary
Hurst is a compact, physical DB who entered Cal Poly’s preseason listed No. 2 at both field safety and boundary safety, and his value is versatility as much as tackling. In his 2021 Cal Poly season, he played nine games with five starts and recorded 20 tackles, showing he can handle meaningful snaps when called on. His background also hints at real football instincts and competitiveness: as a high school player he contributed on both sides of the ball and produced 51 tackles, four fumble recoveries, and an interception, suggesting a reliable, high-effort player who can fit a defense that values toughness and flexibility.[1]
