Sam Schmiesing is Dayton’s steady, high-IQ linebacker anchor
In the 2025 season, Sam Schmiesing finished with 60 tackles for Dayton and earned 2025 PFL honorable mention recognition, while 2026 preseason coverage tagged him as one of the Flyers’ key defensive leaders. Dayton’s coaches describe him as “nothing but steady,” hard-working, detail-oriented, and respected by teammates, which fits the film: he’s a reliable, assignment-sound LB who brings consistency more than flash. If you want a linebacker who can calm the chaos, fit your scheme, and set the tone, Schmiesing is exactly that kind of grown-up in the room.
