veteran interior disruptor with a punch-out habit
Derrick Tangelo was a high-motor, Power 5 defensive tackle who brought real disruptiveness to Penn State in the 2021 season, including 40 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, and a team-best 3 forced fumbles. He also arrived with proven production from Duke, where he had 114 career tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, and 5 forced fumbles, making him a dependable interior presence rather than just a flash-play guy. What makes him stand out is his ability to work through double teams, chase plays from behind, and set a physical tone—useful if you want toughness, leverage, and steady disruption in the middle.
