Versatile UH back who made his mark on special teams
In the 2024 season, Kamalu DeBlake appeared in 11 games for Hawaii, mostly on special teams, and logged 4 rushing attempts for 18 yards as a junior converted to running back after previously playing linebacker[1][3][5]. His appeal is less about eye-popping volume and more about rugged versatility: 5-foot-8, 225 pounds, Honolulu-bred, and clearly trusted enough to be active on game days while bringing a physical, team-first edge[1][7][9]. If you want a high-effort, low-flash depth piece who can carve out a role through toughness and reliability, he’s worth a look[1][9].
