Physical, rising Maryland linebacker with special-teams value
Grimes is a 6-foot-2, 221-pound Maryland linebacker whose game is built on **strength, toughness, and awareness**, with EA Sports rating him 69 overall and a solid 81 strength, 77 tackle, and 75 zone coverage in the 2025 season context.[1][2] As a redshirt sophomore, he logged 11 tackles in 2025 after 4 tackles and a TFL in 2024, and Maryland also recognized him with a scholarship and special-teams honors, which points to a dependable, hard-nosed role player who can help in the front seven and on coverage units.[4][7][12] If you need a linebacker who brings physicality, coach trust, and room to grow rather than flashy production, Grimes is worth a look.[7][12]
