Allen Tate brings long, lean upside to Drake’s defensive front
In the 2024 season, Allen Tate is a 6-foot-5, 215-pound freshman defensive lineman from Downers Grove North who arrived at Drake as a multi-sport athlete with playoff experience and a strong competitive base. His best calling card is projection: that frame gives him room to add functional strength, while his background suggests coordination and athleticism uncommon for a young DL. He looks like a developmental fit for a program that values effort, versatility, and long-term growth more than immediate flash.
