Southern’s proven edge-rushing wrecking ball is back in the mix
Ckelby Givens is a bona fide game-wrecker for Southern, bringing verified production and veteran juice off the edge—he was the 2024 SWAC Defensive Player of the Year and in 2024 led the FCS with 27.5 tackles for loss while tying for third with 12 sacks. He’s the kind of defender offensive coordinators game-plan around: 6-foot-2, 245 pounds, active hands, disruptive burst, and a knack for forcing mistakes, with 10 career forced fumbles showing real turnover threat. The big question is health/eligibility, not ability—he’s had recent eligibility drama, but when he’s on the field, he’s absolutely a fit if your defense wants instant pressure and attitude.
