Rising Syracuse linebacker with prototype size and a developmental ceiling
In the 2024 season, Luis Puente was a true freshman linebacker at Syracuse who did not appear in any games, so the case for him is less about current stat production and more about upside: a 6-foot-1, 185-pound former IMG Academy prospect with a classic linebacker frame, enough athletic pedigree to merit attention, and a fresh runway to grow into the Orange defense. He looks like a fit for a team that values long-term development, special-teams potential, and a player who can add bulk and bring energy if his progression keeps trending up.
