Demetres Samuel Jr. is a versatile, high-upside freshman DB who already impacts all three phases
In 2025, Demetres Samuel Jr. emerged as one of Syracuse’s most intriguing young defenders: he led the Orange in passes defended with nine breakups and an interception, added 45 tackles and 2.0 tackles for loss, and also contributed as a receiver and punt returner. He stands out for rare versatility, length at 6-1, and fast development in coverage, with Syracuse noting he finished fourth in ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year voting after a breakout freshman year. He looks like a fit for teams valuing instinctive, multi-use secondary talent with real upside.
