Bucknell’s Reliable, Playmaking Safety John Schlendorf Brings Production and Versatility
John Schlendorf is a proven Bucknell defensive back who started every game in 2024 and followed a strong 2023 season with 88 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and six pass breakups; he was also named to the 2024 Preseason All-Patriot League Third Team and earned Bucknell’s Tom Gadd Coaches’ Award.[2] What makes him valuable is the blend of steady tackling, ball disruption and backfield impact from a safety spot, plus the fact that he has been a durable, high-usage defender with a strong track record in big games—exactly the kind of physical, dependable fit teams want in the secondary.[2][1]
