Akheem Mesidor, Miami (Fla.) Hurricanes, DL - News, Stats, Bio

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Summary

There are so many knocks against Mesidor as a prospect. He’s old, he’s oft-injured, he’s unimpressive physically. But then you watch him play the game, and it’s hard not to root for him to overcome everything working against him. He plays inspired football down after down and has obviously spent years honing his craft. He’ll be a Day 1 starter in the league.

About

2025: Top five in FBS in sacks (12.5), TFL (17.5) and pressures (67)
2025 (CFP): 5.5 sacks, 23 pressures in 4 games

Strengths

Played everywhere along the defensive line in his career; started off as a nose tackle.
Violent, active hands; always looking to shed.
Plays off tackles’ movements so well; quick to read and counter.

Weaknesses