Brendan Chestnut brings veteran Cornell DL grit and leadership
In the 2024 season, Brendan Chestnut played in nine games for Cornell and logged 16 total tackles with 1.0 tackle for loss, showing steady run-support production from the defensive line. His differentiators are experience, durability, and leadership: he was named a captain in 2024, and Cornell listed him at 6-foot-4, 283 pounds, giving him the frame and presence to hold his ground inside. He looks like a dependable, culture-setting fit for a team that values toughness, maturity, and a player who does the dirty work without needing the spotlight.
