Tucker Large brings veteran ball-hawking energy to WSU’s secondary
In the 2025 season, Tucker Large was a tone-setting safety for Washington State, starting all 13 games and posting 71 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, and 6 passes defended, with a Pro Football Focus coverage grade of 86.5 that ranked among the Cougars’ best defenders. He’s a former South Dakota State standout who helped win FCS national titles, and his appeal goes beyond the box score: he’s experienced, reliable, and versatile, with special-teams value and proven leadership as a team captain. The only caution flag is a leg injury late in the 2025 season, but when healthy, he looks like a plug-and-play defensive back with pro-caliber instincts.
