Wade Woodaz is an American college football linebacker and 2026 NFL Draft prospect who finished his collegiate career with the Clemson University Tigers. A native of Tampa, Florida, he attended Jesuit High School where he was rated as a three-star recruit before committing to Clemson over multiple Power Five offers. Woodaz arrived on campus in 2022 and contributed early, playing both safety and linebacker before settling into a full-time linebacker role. Over the course of his four-year career, he appeared in 51 games with 30 starts and compiled 217 tackles, 28.5 tackles for loss, nine sacks, three interceptions (including one returned for a touchdown), 13 pass breakups, four forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and a blocked punt, establishing himself as one of the most versatile defenders on the Tigers’ roster.
Measured at approximately 6-3 and 235 pounds, Woodaz’s blend of size, athleticism and instincts allowed him to impact games in multiple phases, including coverage, run support and blitz packages. His leadership was recognized by teammates as he served as a permanent team captain in 2025 while earning third-team All-ACC honors that same season. Known for his ability to make plays from sideline to sideline and create turnovers, Woodaz declared for the 2026 NFL Draft after a productive collegiate tenure and is regarded by scouts as a versatile linebacker with the potential to contribute on defense and special teams at the next level.
