Teddye Buchanan is a standout linebacker who played for the University of California, Berkeley in 2024 after transferring from UC Davis. Standing 6'2" and weighing 233 pounds, Buchanan showcased exceptional athleticism and football IQ throughout his collegiate career. In his senior season at Cal, he led the team with 114 total tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, and 4 pass deflections, earning First Team All-ACC honors. Notably, he had a standout performance against Auburn, recording 11 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, and a forced fumble, which earned him ACC Defensive Player of the Week recognition. Buchanan's versatility allowed him to excel in both zone and man coverage, and his ability to close in on quarterbacks made him a consistent threat in the backfield.
Prior to his time at Cal, Buchanan played four seasons at UC Davis, where he became the program's all-time leader in tackles (208), interceptions (8), and forced fumbles (14). He earned Second Team All-Big Sky honors in 2023 and was named the Big Sky Defensive Player of the Week in November 2023 after recording two interceptions against Sacramento State. A native of San Francisco, California, Buchanan attended St. Ignatius College Preparatory, where he excelled as both a quarterback and linebacker. His high school accolades include being named Central Coast Section Player of the Year and West Catholic Athletic League Player of the Year. Off the field, Buchanan is known for his community involvement, dedicating over 100 hours of service, including mentoring programs for disadvantaged freshmen. As he enters the 2025 NFL Draft, Buchanan is projected to be selected in the 3rd to 5th round, with teams like the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills expressing interest due to his athleticism and potential as a rotational linebacker and special teams contributor.
