Aggressive, Downhill Auburn LB with Elite Diagnostic IQ and Coverage Versatility
Caleb Wheatland is a high-IQ, aggressive linebacker for Auburn who differentiates himself by combining fast, downhill tackling with elite play-diagnosis and communication skills, ensuring the entire defense stays aligned. As a Maryland transfer who started all 11 games in 2024 (42 tackles, 4 sacks, 7 TFL), he brings 881 career defensive snaps and the team's highest coverage grade among eligible players, proving he can handle both run support and pass coverage. Pursuing a sociology degree after earning a criminal justice degree, Wheatland is a mature, intense leader who fits any team needing a versatile, fast-striking LB who plays with relentless intensity and tactical precision.
