Drake LB Tom Shefte: All-Game Workhorse with 23 Tackles and 2.5 TFL in 2024
Tom Shefte is a high-intensity, reliable linebacker for the Drake Bulldogs who played in all 11 games during the 2024 season, recording 23 total tackles (2.5 for loss), two pass break-ups, and two quarterback hurries [1][5]. His differentiator is his consistent availability and versatility; he doesn't just chase stats but anchors the defense with steady tackling and coverage skills, evidenced by his pass break-ups and hurries [5]. While he faced tough matchups against teams like Tarleton State where he logged 2 tackles in a loss [10], his durability (11 games in both 2023 and 2024) and lack of reported injury history make him a safe, high-floor fit for any team needing a dependable, hard-hitting linebacker who plays with relentless intensity [5].
