Matt Rose emerged as Stanford’s defensive engine in 2025
Rose broke out in the 2025 season as Stanford’s tone-setting linebacker, starting 11 of 12 games and finishing with 106 tackles, 3 sacks, 8 tackles for loss and 3 passes defended, good for All-ACC Second Team honors and Stanford defensive MVP recognition.[3][12][14] What makes him stand out is the range and urgency: he played like a field-magnet in the middle, piling up tackles while still creating backfield disruption and showing coverage value. He looks like a strong fit for teams needing a high-motor, productive inside linebacker who can diagnose quickly and finish plays consistently.[3][14]
