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247sports.com:article · DYLAN HAUGH

Aug 29
Linus Zunk is 5,000 miles from home and standing center stage on a WSU defense with big expectations
Summary
  • Washington State added 6-foot-6, 264-pound Vanderbilt transfer Linus Zunk to supply SEC experience and leadership to a young defensive-end room.
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  • Zunk's work at defensive end stood out in both spring practice and fall camp, and his leadership earned him co-captain honors for the 2026 season.
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  • Zunk and Matyus McLain repeatedly disrupted plays at the line of scrimmage during camp and project as Washington State's starting edge pairing.
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  • Zunk recorded 15 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss and 13 pressures across 267 snaps for Vanderbilt in 2025, giving Washington State a proven rotational pass rusher rather than a high-volume returning starter.
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