
Massive 6-foot-9 developmental tackle with long-term upside
Sam Hawker is a redshirt sophomore OL for South Dakota in the 2026 season, checking in at 6-foot-9 and 305 pounds — the kind of frame that makes coaches sit up and smile. He arrived in the Coyotes’ 2024 signing class out of Monona Grove (Wis.), and his profile screams upside: rare length, power potential, and a body built for tackle work. The key question isn’t talent; it’s how quickly he turns that size into consistent pass-set leverage and run-game finish. If your team wants a high-ceiling line project, Hawker is exactly the sort of giant worth betting on.





