Injured-rebound tackle who became a durable NC State starter
In the 2002 season, Scott Kooistra was a starting tackle for an 11–3 NC State team that capped its year with a Gator Bowl win, and his path stands out for resilience after earlier knee injuries. He was named NC State’s most improved offensive lineman in 2000, then started every game in his junior and senior seasons, showing the kind of toughness coaches love in an edge-protecting OT. If your team wants a big-bodied, battle-tested lineman with proven durability and a no-drama developmental arc, he fits the bill.
