Mac Capen arrives at Ohio as a high-upside, two-way defensive playmaker
In the 2026 season, Mac Capen enters Ohio as a 6-3, 215-pound freshman linebacker with rare production and versatility from Newfane Senior, where he logged 189 tackles and 11 interceptions, plus 60 touchdowns and captain honors across 2023-25. That mix screams athlete-first instincts, toughness, and competitive edge—more chess piece than textbook inside linebacker. He fits a program that values physical, developmental defenders, and his small-school résumé suggests he brings confidence and playmaking juice, though his college impact will depend on how quickly he adapts to the speed and complexity of the next level.
