Zach Ruffin is already a tackling machine for Memphis
In the 2026 season, Memphis linebacker Zach Ruffin has flashed immediate impact, leading the Tigers with 13 tackles in the season-opening win at UNLV and adding 0.5 tackles for loss[7][12]. The 6-foot-4, 199-pound sophomore transfer from Southern Miss brings length, rangy pursuit, and a downhill tone that fits a fast, aggressive defense[1][5][14]. He’s a good fit if you want a linebacker who can diagnose quickly, finish plays, and add physicality right away—more “plug-and-play enforcer” than long-term project[1][7][12].
