Mike Talbert Jr. brings senior-size, multi-phase linebacker impact to SFA
Talbert is a **senior linebacker** at Stephen F. Austin listed at **6-foot, 232 pounds**, giving the Lumberjacks a sturdy, experienced defender with enough size to play downhill and contribute on special teams. His background includes a standout 2023 game at Brockport, where he earned Empire 8 Defensive Player of the Week honors after posting **8 tackles, a pass breakup, and a blocked field goal**, which hints at a disruptive, high-motor style rather than just a box-score tackler. For a team, he looks like a fit if you want physicality, special-teams value, and a player with proven playmaking flashes.[1][4][6]
