Developing Illinois State Linebacker Building Experience in Reserve Role
Connor Leyden is a 6'2", 235-lb junior linebacker for Illinois State in the Missouri Valley Conference. In the 2023 season, he saw action in 10 games as a reserve, accumulating 15 total tackles including 8 solo stops and a career-high 7 tackles in one game. A Park Ridge, IL native, Leyden is a depth linebacker still working to earn significant playing time. His physical tools and tackling ability show promise, making him a potential contributor as he continues developing within the program's defensive scheme.
