West Virginia's Undersized Ballhawk with Big-Play Grit (2008)
Ellis Lankster, a 5-9 dynamo from West Virginia Mountaineers, earned Second-Team All-Big East honors in 2008 with 72 tackles, 2 INTs, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 recoveries—showcasing elite ball skills and relentless intensity that overcame his height disadvantage. His stutter didn't dim his quiet confidence or on-field tenacity, turning viral adversity into fuel; a perfect fit for teams needing a feisty, high-motor DB who punches above his weight and thrives in zone schemes.
