Shawn Collins is App State’s high-motor edge presence with proven disruption upside
In the 2024 season, Shawn Collins appeared in all 11 games for Appalachian State, starting once, and finished with 16 tackles and 3.0 tackles for loss; in 2025, he flashed edge disruption with sacks and forced-fumble pressure that showed up in game-by-game coverage. He stands out for length, effort, and a knack for timely backfield plays, especially when he can attack downhill and win with intensity rather than just raw power. At 6-foot-5 and 265 pounds, he looks like a fit for a defense that values motor, toughness, and someone who can turn chaos into negative yards.
