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

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Team	Conf	Overall
UVA	7-1	11-3
DUKE	6-2	9-5
MIAMI	6-2	13-3
GATECH	6-2	9-4
SMU	6-2	9-4
PITT	6-2	8-5
LVILLE	4-4	9-4
WAKE	4-4	9-4
NCST	4-4	8-5
CAL	4-4	7-6
CLEM	4-4	7-6
STNFRD	3-5	4-8
FSU	2-6	5-7
VATECH	2-6	3-9
UNC	2-6	4-8
BC	1-7	2-10
CUSE	1-7	3-9

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Summary

Akheem Mesidor shows excellent bend and a relentless motor, playing with refined technique as a pass rusher. He uses his hands and hips well to finish, pairs that with an explosive first step and ranked among the most disruptive players in the country with the highest pass-rush win rate. Mesidor plays with nonstop energy and creates disruption in space. He projects as an NFL-ready pass rusher who can contribute immediately.

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

Natural edge rusher with exceptional hands, the ability to bend and high-level technical polish.
Versatility to kick inside on passing downs, armed with a deep pass-rush toolbox.
Excellent change of direction and lateral movement on stunts and games, with the ability to counter effectively.

Weaknesses

Size and length are not ideal for a traditional edge; average anchor and disengage ability against the run.
Older prospect; will turn 25 in April of his rookie year.
Lacks an elite long-arm or true power rush to complement his finesse-based arsenal.