VMI’s sturdy, under-the-radar DL with college-ready frame
Daniel Rader’s profile appears to be more of a depth-and-development story than a headline-grabber: VMI lists him as a defensive lineman in its football archives, but the available public records don’t show current 2026 stat production or rankings. What stands out is the classic VMI-style value play—an older, battle-tested interior body type who can help in the trenches if he brings leverage, toughness, and coachability. If you need instant name-brand stats, he’s not that; if you want a gritty, scheme-fit lineman who can earn trust the hard way, he’s worth a closer look.
