a rangy, physical TCU linebacker with early-playmaking pedigree
Gildon entered TCU with a strong reputation for size, range, and athleticism, and that profile still makes him interesting as a linebacker fit for a team that values space-eating pursuit and special-teams impact. In his freshman season at TCU, he appeared in all 13 games and was a notable special-teams contributor, tying for third on the team with nine special-teams stops and adding two blocked punts. That combination of motor, versatility, and willingness to impact hidden-yardage plays is the kind of detail that makes coaches smile.
