Freshman linebacker with high-tackle upside and old-school physicality
Malachi Henderson arrives at Southern Miss as a freshman linebacker from Hattiesburg with a resume built on production and nose-for-the-ball instincts: in his senior high school season, he posted 132 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 5 quarterback hurries, a pass breakup, and a forced fumble. He also led Oak Grove into the Class 7A playoffs and earned all-state and all-region recognition, which points to a player who brings effort, toughness, and consistency. For a team, the appeal is simple: he looks like a downhill tackler with real special-teams and future-depth value.
