steady, captain-type Dayton tackle with size, smarts, and room to keep climbing
In the 2026 season, Lucas Shallal is a 6-foot-3, 262-pound senior offensive lineman for Dayton who brings a blue-collar résumé: two-time All-Region honors in high school, a state title background, and Academic Honor Roll recognition at Dayton. He redshirted in 2023, did not see action in 2024, and has a documented appearance from the 2024 season versus St. Thomas, so he profiles more as a developing, dependable grinder than a headline-maker. The appeal is his combination of toughness, versatility, and football character—exactly the kind of under-the-radar OL fit that helps a roster hold together.
