a coachable, reliable Texas Tech defensive back with a history of staying ready
Derrick Mays has been a steady Texas Tech DB, with career defensive stats that show a role-player profile built on tackling and dependability rather than splash plays. In his Texas Tech career, he totaled 35 solo tackles and 9 assists, and his own team bio emphasized being “coachable,” staying healthy, and contributing on defense[3][4]. That makes him intriguing for teams that value preparation, toughness, and a low-drama fit in the secondary more than headline-grabbing ball production[4][12].
