Jephete Matilus brings proven production and tackling pop to FIU’s linebacker room
Matilus is a dependable, physical linebacker whose best calling card is volume and disruption: in the 2015 season at FIU, he played in all 12 games, started nine, and posted a career-best 53 tackles with 5.0 tackles for loss. He also brings transfer experience after previously being on Minnesota’s roster, which adds maturity and familiarity with different systems. For a team, he looks like a fit if you want a steady, instinctive defender who can help against the run and compete right away rather than a pure upside gamble.
