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Derek Houston Sacramento State
File LB-167 · National rank 1241 · 2027 class

Derek Houston

#10· Sacramento State ·LB ·Jr ·2027 Draft · Rocklin, Calif.
6'1"Height 223 lbWeight
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Derek Houston is a junior linebacker who projects as a starter for Sacramento State. He profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#167 LB / 1592
#1241 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Fourth-team preseason All-MAC on both Athlon and Phil Steele; 32 tackles in six games in 2025 after a 62-tackle prior season, with 14 stops against South Dakota State.

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LB Keys 2025 · Sacramento State
32
Tot
Better than 65% of 880 LBs
1
Sacks
Better than 73% of 861 LBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#2179
National
#193
Position
#217
State
High SchoolRocklin HS
HometownRocklin, Calif.
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
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