High-Impact Edge with Injury Scars Now in Transfer Portal
Qua Russaw is a 6-2, 243-pound outside linebacker who exploded onto the scene in 2024 with 36 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 1 sack across 13 games, proving he can play 35+ snaps consistently despite a rotational start [1][5]. His differentiator is elite versatility as a four-star 2023 recruit who forced a fumble and hurried QBs while showing rare ball skills for an edge player [5]. However, a broken foot against Georgia requiring surgery limited his 2025 production to just 4 tackles and 1 sack in 4 games before he entered the transfer portal on Jan. 5, 2026 [3][5][8]. Now visiting Notre Dame, Russaw offers high intensity and proven big-play ability but carries injury risk; he's a strong fit for teams needing an athletic, multi-skill edge who can thrive in space, provided they manage his recovery timeline [5].
