Stanford’s high-effort edge setter who made the leap from tight end to defensive end
Lorig was a tough, hardworking fifth-year senior who earned a starting role after switching from tight end to defensive end, and Stanford described him as a high-effort player who played with real passion. In 2009, he had started 20 of 24 games up front over the previous two seasons and entered as part of a “formidable defensive front,” giving the Cardinal a dependable, physical presence on the edge. His value goes beyond raw stats: the positional transition, consistency, and motor suggest a coachable, team-first fit for programs needing versatility and energy.
