Steven Podkulski brings proven pass-rush juice and veteran edge to Illinois State
In the 2019 season, Steven Podkulski played in all 15 games for Illinois State and ranked third on the team with six sacks, plus seven tackles for loss and a forced fumble, which is a strong signal that he can disrupt plays as a defensive lineman[2]. He also logged a sack against No. 1 North Dakota State and recorded a sack in the FCS playoff quarterfinal, showing he can show up in big moments[2]. At 6-foot-4 and 275 pounds, with reported strong testing numbers on Hudl, he looks like a physical, high-motor fit for a team that wants interior pressure and toughness[6].
