
Parker Cantelou brings size and trench toughness to VMI’s defensive front
Parker Cantelou is a big-bodied defensive lineman whose value starts with his frame, presence, and willingness to do the dirty work inside. VMI’s historical roster listings show him at roughly 6-3 and 300 pounds as a redshirt freshman, and the best read on his profile is that he projects as an interior space-eater who can anchor against the run and help collapse the pocket with leverage and power. His edge is straightforward: if you need a physical, no-nonsense DL who can absorb blocks and fit a rugged defensive identity, he’s the type.