Reliable Montana State safety and special-teams enforcer
Pottenger’s value at Montana State comes from versatility and trust: in 2024 he played in 11 games as a reserve safety and special-teams staple, finishing with 17 tackles and a tackle for loss.[1] Recruiting coverage highlighted his football IQ and defensive command, noting he bulked up to meet college expectations and earned praise as the kind of player coaches lean on for toughness, preparation, and consistency rather than splashy stats.[5]
