Old-School Tackler, New-School Depth Piece
In the 2026 season, Mississippi State linebacker Ivan Muniz profiles as a sturdy, physical defender whose calling card is reliability: ESPN lists him with 2 total tackles, all solo, and no splash plays yet this year. He was a three-star recruit and has the look of a disciplined, downhill linebacker rather than a highlight-reel hunter, with a 6-1, 220-pound frame that fits run support. If you want production, toughness, and a player who likely won’t blink under contact, he’s your guy; if you want instant chaos in the backfield, that’s still the next level of his game.
