Troy’s Swiss-Army-knife linebacker with proven tackling chops
In the 2020 season, Taiyon Palmer was a high-impact tackler for Troy, logging 60 tackles, four pass breakups, and only two missed tackles on 60 opportunities per Pro Football Focus, which screams reliability and discipline. He also showed positional versatility, playing both weakside linebacker and spear, and his 90.2 tackle grade ranked among the best nationally. That combination of clean tackling, coverage ability, and scheme flexibility makes him the kind of smart, steady defender coaches love: not just a stat sheet guy, but a tone-setter who can fit a physical, assignment-sound defense.
