Cody Lindenberg is a linebacker from the University of Minnesota who declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after a standout junior season. Standing 6'3" and weighing 240 pounds, Lindenberg led the Golden Gophers with 94 total tackles, including 45 solo and 49 assisted, across 12 games in the 2024 season. He also recorded five tackles for loss, one sack, one interception, six pass breakups, and six quarterback hurries. His performance earned him first-team All-Big Ten honors from the conference's coaches and second-team honors from the media. Notably, he posted back-to-back games with 14 tackles against Rutgers and Penn State, showcasing his consistency and impact on the field.
A native of Anoka, Minnesota, Lindenberg was a three-year starter for the Gophers and a key leader on their defense, which ranked seventh nationally in total defense (290.9 yards allowed per game) and tied for 11th in scoring defense (17.5 points allowed per game). His decision to forgo his senior season and enter the NFL Draft reflects his confidence in his abilities and readiness for the professional level. Lindenberg was among six Minnesota players invited to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, highlighting his status as one of the top prospects from the program.
