Derek McDonald

Derek McDonald is a senior linebacker for Syracuse in the ACC, listed at 6-foot-4 and 230 pounds and wearing jersey No. 15. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, McDonald is an active roster player whose role centers on linebacker depth and defensive snaps. In his 2025 regular season action, McDonald appeared in five games and made one start. His Derek McDonald stats for the year include six combined tackles, split into three solo tackles and three assists. He also logged two special teams tackles with one special teams assist, reflecting a measurable impact in coverage and kick units. McDonald recorded no sacks, tackles for loss, quarterback hits, interceptions, forced fumbles, passes defended, or fumble recoveries during that stretch. This Derek McDonald NCAAF profile is defined by his 2025 playing time and tackle production, with his most notable metrics coming in total tackles (6) and special teams involvement (2 tackles). No injury history, awards, all-star selections, or postseason performance data is included in the provided record, and a specific NCAAF debut date is not listed.