DeMarkus Cunningham brings first-team All-SWAC production and disruptive playmaking to Alabama State’s linebacker room
In the 2024 season, Cunningham was Alabama State’s tone-setting inside linebacker: 94 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, and a SWAC-leading 3 fumble recoveries, earning first-team All-SWAC honors.[7][9] What makes him valuable goes beyond the box score—he consistently showed up in big-volume snaps, posted seven-plus tackles in 10 of 12 games, and helped anchor a Black SWARM defense that ranked among the SWAC’s best.[7] He looks like a fit for teams needing a physical, reliable, high-motor run defender with proven production.[7][9]
