Cornell freshman safety Luke Anthony brings length, frame, and upside to the Big Red secondary
In the 2026 season, Luke Anthony is listed as a freshman safety for Cornell, measuring about 6-1 to 6-2 and 163-175 pounds depending on the roster source, which points to a lean, rangy defensive back with room to grow into the role[2][3][5][9]. The biggest draw is projection: he has the size and frame to add strength without losing range, making him an intriguing fit for a defense that can develop young secondary talent. As a freshman, he is still a blank canvas rather than a stat-sheet headline, but that also means he’s a classic upside play for teams looking for athletic, coachable depth in the secondary[2][5][10].
