
Aykelle Cross brings old-school size and blue-collar edge to Coastal’s interior
Aykelle Cross is a 6-foot-2, 290-pound defensive tackle whose value starts with bulk, leverage, and run-stopping toughness—exactly the kind of interior presence that can clog gaps and keep linebackers clean. Coastal’s roster lists him as a former all-state, two-time all-region standout who posted 60 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, and 4 sacks in high school, which hints at disruptive instincts even if his college stat line has been sparse. He looks like a fit for a team wanting a physical, hard-nosed nose/DT who can do the dirty work and bring steady effort.