TCU DE Chris Hayes: Solid Rotational Edge with Untapped Upside
Chris Hayes, TCU Horned Frogs defensive end, brings reliable depth to the line with career NCAAF stats showcasing consistent tackles and pressures (per ESPN), earning a respectable 67 OVR in EA Sports College Football 26 thanks to 81 strength and 75 awareness. His differentiator is explosive first-step burst (71 acceleration) paired with high-motor intensity, making him a pesky rotational pass-rusher who wears down O-lines late. No major injury flags; ideal fit for teams needing gritty, scheme-versatile DEs in 3-4 fronts—watch for breakout if snaps increase in 2025.
