6-5, 340-Lb. Senior OL Kevin Kalonji Brings Big Ten Grit to Sam Houston
Kevin Kalonji is a 6-5, 340-pound senior offensive lineman for the Sam Houston Bearkats who brings rare mass and Big Ten experience from his two years at Maryland, where he appeared in 12 career games [2][6]. His differentiator is his **immovable anchor strength** at 340 lbs—among the heaviest OL in the FBS—paired with a **high-intensity, no-nonsense personality** rooted in his Kinshasa, Congo upbringing [2]. After entering the transfer portal in late 2024 and committing to Sam Houston in May 2025, he is now a **veteran leader** on the CUSA line [1][5]. While specific 2025 game stats aren't publicly broken out yet, his **durability** (no reported injury history) and **physical dominance** make him an ideal fit for teams needing a **run-game wall** or a **protective shield** for QBs. He’s a 'buy' for any roster seeking a **physical, experienced, and battle-tested** lineman who doesn’t flinch under pressure.
