WKU's Steady DB Depth with Breakout 2025 Potential
Dave Herard, a 6-0, 193-lb versatile defensive back for Western Kentucky, posted 17 tackles and a fumble recovery in 12 games as a redshirt junior in 2024, showing reliable depth at safety with a season-high four stops vs. Sam Houston[1]. In 2025, he's elevated to 39 solo tackles and 4 pass breakups through available stats, proving ball skills and tackling tenacity without injuries noted[6]. A former Virginia commit from Stranahan HS, his athleticism, quarterback background, and recent spring media buzz highlight a gritty, adaptable playmaker—perfect depth or special teams fit for teams needing intense, undersized DBs who thrive in rotation[2][4][5].
