Dantey Menard brings veteran size and rotational value to Norfolk State’s defensive front
In the 2026 season, Dantey Menard is a redshirt senior defensive tackle at Norfolk State listed at 6-foot-0, 300 pounds, giving the Spartans a sturdy, experienced body in the middle of the line[8][11]. He does not show up as a flashy stat-sheet hog, but he fits the classic interior-DL mold: absorb blocks, hold the point, and make life easier for the linebackers and edge rushers around him[12]. For teams, that means useful run-defense depth and veteran know-how rather than highlight-reel production. The fit is best for a system that values toughness, leverage, and dependable gap control over raw splash numbers.
