
Zach Devaney brings proven tackling production to San Diego’s linebacker corps
Devaney is a fourth-year starter at linebacker for San Diego and was the Toreros’ top returning tackler after finishing third on the team with 62 stops in the previous season, which signals steady, dependable production in the middle of the defense.[1] What makes him valuable is the combination of experience, role consistency, and a high-floor tackling presence rather than splashy stat-chasing, making him a strong fit for teams that want reliability, communication, and a proven run-stopper at linebacker.[1]