Caleb Francl brings proven production and captain-level edge to WSU’s linebacker room
In the 2025 season, Caleb Francl emerged as a steady, high-motor linebacker for Washington State, starting all 13 games and posting 82 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 2 interceptions, and 5 quarterback hurries. His biggest differentiators are instinct, versatility, and toughness: he has a history of bouncing back from a 2022 knee injury, earned All-American recognition at South Dakota State, and arrived in Pullman with captain and Shrine Bowl watch-list credentials. He’s not a prototype size-wise, but he plays bigger than the frame and looks like a smart, disruptive fit for an aggressive defense.
