
Irving Steele brings proven tackling production to Idaho’s linebacker room
Steele is a **physical, productive linebacker** who arrives at Idaho with real NJCAA résumé appeal: in the season cited by Idaho, he ranked **8th nationally in total tackles (110)**, **7th in solo tackles (64)** and **11th in tackles for loss (16)**, the kind of playmaking profile that translates well to a defense needing downhill urgency and finishing ability.[6] At **6-1, 220**, he projects as a sturdy, active fit for a team that values run support and disruption, though the available sources don’t provide detailed injury or personality notes beyond his production.[1][6]