
Reliable depth safety and special-teams grinder for Kansas State
Matthew Maschmeier has been most valuable as a physical, assignment-sound safety and special-teams contributor at Kansas State, where he appeared in all 14 games in 2022 and tied for second on the team with four special-teams tackles. At 6-foot-0 and 209 pounds, he brings size and toughness more than flashy stat lines, and his value shows up in coverage discipline, tackling, and kickoff work rather than headline-grabbing plays. For a staff that wants dependable effort, versatility, and a player who fits a blue-collar defensive identity, he looks like a solid fit.[2][3]