
versatile Howard DB with added size and developmental upside
Mario Lawrence is a 6-foot, 190-pound defensive back on Howard’s 2026 roster, and that frame suggests a physical, versatile defender who can match up well in space and support the run. His listing as a redshirt junior also points to a player with college experience and a likely higher football IQ than a raw freshman, which matters for a secondary piece you can trust. Publicly available roster data does not provide detailed stats or awards, so the main appeal is projection: size, experience, and fit for a disciplined defensive backfield.