Romero Lavalais Jr. brings playmaking juice to UAlbany’s secondary
In the 2025 season, Romero Lavalais Jr. made a real impact at corner, appearing in all 14 games and posting 26 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, and 3 interceptions; in his first 2026 game, he added 1 tackle and 2 passes defended against Buffalo. He’s a compact 5-foot-11, 186-pound DB with ball skills, durability, and transfer experience from Susquehanna, where coaches praised his ability to mesh quickly and make plays. That combo makes him a useful fit for a defense that wants toughness, instincts, and a corner who can flip momentum.
