Daniel Mareko brings veteran edge-setting grit to UNLV’s defense
In the 2010 season, Daniel Mareko emerged as a steady, physical defensive end for UNLV, finishing with 26 total tackles, 16 solo stops, and 1.5 sacks[1]. At 6-foot-2 and 230 pounds in his early UNLV years, he was described by the staff as “very athletic and very fast,” with a “huge upside” as he developed[2]. He’s the kind of player you care about if you value effort, versatility, and old-school trench toughness over flash—plus his path included an ACL setback, which makes his return and durability story especially compelling[2].
