Deuce Caldwell II brings veteran size and edge-setter toughness to Samford
In the 2025 season, Deuce Caldwell II was a senior defensive end at Samford at 6-0, 270, with a compact, physical frame that fits a run-first, trench-grinding role[1][2]. His track record includes production at North Carolina and a Samford 2025 stat line that showed 3 tackles and 1.0 sack, signaling more of a rotational disruptor than a volume-stat star[3][9]. The big differentiator is leverage and strength: he plays bigger than his height, and his background as a transfer suggests a mature, adaptable presence coaches can trust in the room and on the field[1][7].
