Tall, Versatile LB Freshman with Edge Rusher Upside for Portland State
At 6'4" and 215 lbs, Kayce Tinner is a towering freshman linebacker who committed to Portland State in June 2024 after a stellar senior year at Lakeridge HS: 40 tackles, 7 TFLs, 3 sacks, and 3 PBUs[7]. Coaches rave about his physicality, leadership as team captain, and rare skill set to drop into coverage or rush the passer[7]. No college stats yet as a redshirt freshman in 2025, but his length, athleticism from multi-sport background (basketball, track), and motor make him a developmental gem—perfect fit for teams needing versatile, high-upside defenders who play bigger than their size[1][6][7].
