Beau Ryan looks like a depth-and-special-teams linebacker with real live-game experience
In the 2025 season, Ryan appeared in 14 of South Dakota’s 15 games and was used primarily on special teams, finishing with five tackles; after redshirting in 2024, he now has game experience but is still more of a role player than a proven every-down linebacker.[1] At 5'11" and 215 pounds, he profiles as a compact, active defender, and his value is in dependable effort, special-teams utility, and developmental upside rather than headline-grabbing production.[2] If you want a tough, lower-rotation linebacker who can help on coverage units and grow into a bigger defensive role, he’s a sensible fit.[1][2]
