UMass LB Alex Tsoumakas III: Emerging Tackler with Proven Strength and Local Grit
Redshirt sophomore Alex Tsoumakas III (6-1, 230 lbs) appeared in eight games for UMass in 2024, building experience as a hard-nosed linebacker from Massachusetts who brings elite high school strength—315 bench, 515 squat, 525 deadlift, 4.9 40-yard dash[1][6]. All-Region honoree at St. John's Shrewsbury, he's a transfer with FCS roots at Sacred Heart, showing durability without injury flags and the blue-collar intensity perfect for 3-4 defenses needing versatile, physical LBs who run hot on special teams. Care because he's a rising depth piece with NFL measurables; ideal fit for teams seeking tough, local talent to develop into a starter[1][7].
