
Tony Anywanu brings SEC-style edge juice to SFA’s front seven
Tony Anywanu is a 6-foot-2, 246-pound outside linebacker from Rowlett, Texas who transferred to Stephen F. Austin from Baylor and arrived as a first-season Lumberjack with a reputation for size, burst, and downhill physicality.[1][4] In 2024, he was listed as a junior on SFA’s roster, and broader stat pages show his impact profile as a disruptive defender rather than a pure volume tackler, which makes him appealing for teams wanting edge-setting toughness and pressure potential.[1][6] He looks like the kind of linebacker who can fit a defense that values violence, flexibility, and a little bit of attitude—basically, a pleasant problem for offenses and a fun one for coaches.[1][14]





