Dante Cleveland brings proven production and disruptive interior pressure to Southern Illinois
In the 2023 season, Dante Cleveland gave Southern Illinois a steady, experienced interior presence, playing in 11 games with 26 tackles and 2.5 sacks, and his track record shows he can generate pressure from the defensive tackle spot without relying on flash. Across his Salukis career, he has consistently contributed as a run-stopper and rotational disruptor, which makes him a fit for teams that value toughness, leverage, and dependable assignment football over pure hype.
