Austin Clemons flips to linebacker for MTSU, bringing versatile edge and special-teams upside
In 2026, Austin Clemons has made the move to linebacker at Middle Tennessee after arriving as a productive running back, and that kind of position switch usually signals coaches trust his toughness, football IQ, and willingness to do the dirty work. He’s a 6-foot, 213-pound redshirt sophomore from Bryan County, and his appeal is the blend of physicality, versatility, and a blue-collar frame that can translate to special teams and defensive depth. The bigger question is ceiling versus polish: he’s not yet a proven stat monster at linebacker, but he looks like a high-energy fit for a staff that values multi-role players and attitude.
