Emerging Freshman LB for Kennesaw State with Solid Size and Early Tackle Impact
Deldrick Franklin, a 6'0", 225-lb freshman linebacker from Atlanta, GA, is an active member of the Kennesaw State Owls defense who recorded 1 solo tackle and 3 assists in his lone 2024 season, showing early promise despite limited stats [1][2]. His standout differentiator is his physical profile—ideal size for a Mike Backer role in college football—and his active status as a developing talent with room to grow into a key contributor [2][3]. While not yet a stat leader, Franklin’s intensity and foundational tackling suggest he’s a high-upside fit for teams seeking size and potential at the linebacker position, with no reported injury history to limit his trajectory [2].
