a seasoned CMU interior lineman with starter toughness
Darren Keyton was a long-time Central Michigan offensive lineman who built his value on versatility, durability, and line-play grit: he started all 13 games at right guard in 2012 and finished with 25 consecutive starts, which is exactly the kind of dependable, low-drama profile coaches love. He also worked at center during his college career, so he offered the rare “plug-and-play” flexibility that can stabilize an offensive front. In his 2008 recruiting profile, CMU highlighted his strong prep pedigree and multi-sport toughness—useful context for why he was viewed as a reliable trench piece rather than just a stat-sheet name.
