High-Burst LB with Special Teams Grit for New Mexico
Tirek Austin-Cave, a 6-1, 220-lb RS-Sr. LB for the New Mexico Lobos, brings elite burst and body control (247Sports: 84 rating) despite limited college tackling stats (4 tackles at WVU, 5 at Miami). His differentiator is intensity: he thrives on special teams with a 'highly productive' junior season (162 tackles) at his high school, showing relentless pursuit and body control. No injury history reported; his personality is direct and workmanlike. Care about him because he’s a high-upside, data-driven fit for teams needing a bursty LB who excels in coverage and special teams intensity. Ideal for squads prioritizing athleticism over volume stats.
