Wade Woodaz brings NFL-caliber range, production, and captain-level toughness to Clemson’s linebacker room
In the 2025 season, Wade Woodaz proved he is more than a stat line: he was a permanent team captain and a two-year starter who finished with 77 tackles, 7.0 tackles for loss, and steady coverage value, after a 2024 breakout that included 89 tackles, 10.0 tackles for loss, three forced fumbles, and six pass breakups despite missing two games.[1][5] At 6-foot-3 and roughly 235 pounds, with reported sub-4.6 speed, he stands out for sideline-to-sideline range, playmaking, and a physical, “punches in and goes to work” mentality that fits a defense needing reliability and disruptive instincts.[5][10]
