Versatile, High-Volume Safety Who Makes Plays
Jonas Sanker stands out as a physical, instinctive safety who brings big-play range and reliable tackling to the back end. At Virginia in 2024, he posted 98 tackles, 2.0 sacks, and 4 pass breakups, and in the 2023 season he led the Cavaliers with 107 tackles while adding 11 pass deflections and 3 forced fumbles, showing both downhill urgency and disruptive ball skills.[6][13] NFL evaluators have continued to value that blend of run support, coverage production, and playmaking, making him a strong fit for a defense that wants its safety involved near the line and capable of creating turnovers.[3][12]
