High-Intensity JMU DL with 5.5 Sacks in 2024 and Starter Potential
Andrew Taddeo, a 6'0", 291-lb senior defensive lineman for the James Madison Dukes, is a high-intensity interior defender who earned 5.5 sacks and 7.5 tackles for loss in the 2024 season at Colgate before transferring to JMU in April 2025. In 2025, he played all 14 games with two starts, recording 22 tackles and 3.5 tackles for loss, showing consistent pressure and reliability. His differentiators include elite physicality, a senior-level maturity, and a 'nice get' reputation among JMU coaches for his starter-ready potential alongside Immanuel Bush. No injury history is reported, and his personality is described as driven and team-focused. He’s a strong fit for teams needing a physical, experienced DL who can anchor the interior and generate consistent pressure without relying solely on stats.
