Barry Drakeford brings steady, tackle-first depth to Kent State’s secondary
Drakeford’s 2025 production showed a reliable DB who finished with **35 total tackles** and **22 solo stops**, including a **seven-tackle game at Iowa** and **two pass breakups** in a season where he consistently showed up around the ball. He looks like the kind of defensive back coaches trust for assignment soundness, physical finishing, and short-area response rather than highlight-reel flash. If you want a disciplined, willing tackler who can help stabilize a secondary and contribute in multiple coverage situations, he’s a sensible fit.
