DeMarcus Rodgers brings a proven linebacker profile to UAB
Rodgers projects as a physical, steady linebacker whose value comes from tackling consistency, run support, and effort-driven production rather than flash; at Southeast Missouri State, he finished with 35 total tackles, 22 solo stops, and 2 tackles for loss, showing he can diagnose and finish plays. [6] He is listed on UAB’s 2026 roster as a 6-foot-1, 225-pound LB, which suggests a compact frame suited for inside-the-box work and special-teams impact. [4] If you want a defender who adds toughness, reliability, and depth more than headline-grabbing stats, he’s the kind of fit coaches tend to trust. [4][6]
