Damon Payne

Damon Payne is a graduate-eligible NCAAF defensive lineman (DL) for the Michigan Wolverines. Listed at 6-foot-4 (76 inches) and 311 pounds, Payne has played a rotational role up front while also earning starting opportunities. In the 2025 regular season, Payne appeared in 13 games with 5 starts. His Damon Payne stats from that year include 15 combined tackles (8 solo, 7 assists) and 2 tackles for loss for 4 yards. He did not record a sack or quarterback hit, and he posted zero forced fumbles, fumble recoveries, and passes defended. Those numbers underscore a run-defense and interior support profile, with his most notable production coming on tackles behind the line of scrimmage. Born in Belleville, Michigan, Payne’s background ties closely to the state where he now plays his college football career. This Damon Payne NCAAF profile reflects a veteran DL option with consistent game availability in 2025 and measurable contribution in tackles and TFLs, particularly in a part-time starter capacity.