Carson Schwesinger

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Carson Schwesinger
UCLA Bruins–No. 49
Position Linebacker
Class
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Redshirt
Junior
Major Bio-Engineering
Personal information
Height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight242 lb (110 kg)
Career history
College
  • UCLA (2021–present)
High school Oaks Christian School (Westlake Village, California)
Career highlights and awards

Carson Schwesinger is an American college football linebacker for the UCLA Bruins.

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Early life

Schwesinger attended Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village, California, and was an unranked recruit. He committed to play college football for the UCLA Bruins, joining the team as a walk-on. [1] [2]

College career

Schwesinger played 26 games in his first three collegiate seasons from 2021 to 2023, recording 27 tackles, with three being for a loss, and a sack. [3] [4] Heading into the 2024 season, he was named one of the team captains. [5] In week ten of the 2024 season, Schwesinger notched 13 tackles, a sack, and two pass deflections, as he helped UCLA to a 27-20 win against Nebraska. [6] In week 11, He tallied seven tackles along with two interceptions, as he helped the Bruins to a win over Iowa. [7] For his performance versus the Hawkeyes, Schwesinger was named the Big Ten Conference defensive player of the week. [8] For his performance during the 2024 season, Schwesinger was named a semifinalist for both the Butkus Award and the Burlsworth Trophy. [9] [10]

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand span Vertical jump Bench press
6 ft 2+1⁄2 in
(1.89 m)		242 lb
(110 kg)		31+5⁄8 in
(0.80 m)		9+1⁄4 in
(0.23 m)		39.5 in
(1.00 m)		20 reps
All values from NFL Combine [11] [12]

References

  1. ↑ Sondheimer, Eric (20 March 2021). "UCLA is getting another top walk-on in Carson Schwesinger from Oaks Christian". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  2. ↑ Cavanaugh, Tom. "Bruins Top LB Earns Big-Time Interview After Career Performance". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Carson Schwesinger". Sports Reference. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  4. ↑ Bolch, Ben (31 October 2024). "From zero stars to leading Big Ten in tackles: The rise of UCLA's Carson Schwesinger". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  5. ↑ Dizon, Kai (22 October 2024). "From walk-on to captain, Carson Schwesinger soars as UCLA football's defensive ace". The Daily Bruin. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  6. ↑ Cavanaugh, Tom. "Former Bruins Walk-On LB Has Become One of the Nation's Best". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  7. ↑ Champion, Aidan. "Star Bruin LB Recognized as One of Best Week 11 Performers". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  8. ↑ Hamilton, Jake (11 November 2024). "UCLA's Carson Schwesinger wins Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week award". USA Today. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  9. ↑ Cavanaugh, Tom. "Bruins Captain LB Nominated For Prestigious Walk-On Award". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  10. ↑ Champion, Aidan. "UCLA LB in the Running for Major Award". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
  11. ↑ "Carson Schwesinger Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved February 27, 2025.
  12. ↑ "Carson Schwesinger College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved February 27, 2025.
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