Mercer’s do-it-all, all-conference linebacker with a proven nose for the ball
LeMarkus Bailey was a steady, high-impact linebacker for Mercer, finishing his career with All-SoCon recognition and 220 tackles plus 22.0 tackles for loss, both top-three marks in program history. In the 2018 season, he logged 59 tackles, 8.0 tackles for loss, a sack, an interception, nine pass breakups, and two forced fumbles, showing rare versatility for a linebacker. What makes him stand out is the combo of production, playmaking, and veteran leadership — a two-time captain with a reputation for being active, disruptive, and dependable in big moments.
