Le'Kell McGowan brings size, pass-rush flashes, and transfer upside to Memphis
McGowan is a 6-4, 250-pound sophomore defensive lineman at Memphis with proven production before arriving from Trinity Valley CC, where he played in 8 games as a freshman and posted 21 tackles, 2 sacks, 2 tackles for loss, and a fumble recovery in the 2024 season. Memphis lists him as a former three-star recruit with 166 high-school tackles and 10.5 sacks, which points to a defender who can win with length, effort, and backfield disruption. The fit is appealing for a team wanting developmental pass-rush potential rather than a finished product.
