Purdue’s Size-Back DB Hershey McLaurin: A 6’2”, 210-Lb. Playmaker with Pro-Level Instincts
Hershey McLaurin, a 6-foot-2, 210-pound defensive back for the Purdue Boilermakers, brings rare size and physicality to the secondary, differentiating himself as a tackle-first DB who recorded 50 tackles (8 for loss), 1 interception, 4 passes defended, and a forced fumble in his 2024 season at Houston[1][3]. His ability to disrupt plays behind the line and cover with length makes him a high-intensity, reliable fit for teams needing a big-bodied defender who can match up against bigger receivers and support run defense. Active and injury-free as of his senior class status, McLaurin’s blend of size, aggression, and coverage skills offers Purdue a versatile weapon in the defensive backfield[3].
