Blogging The Boys
Here is our scouting report on Demetrius Knight from South Carolina
We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at linebacker Demetrius Knight from South Carolina.
LB
South Carolina Gamecocks
Senior
3-star recruit
6’2”
235 lbs
Demetrius Knight II was raised in Locust Grove, Georgia, and attended Strong Rock Christian School. His high school career was distinguished by his dual-threat quarterback play, amassing over 1,000 passing and rushing yards in his senior year. He also set a school record with a 99-yard touchdown run. He began his collegiate career at Georgia Tech, later transferring to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and concluded his playing career at the University of South Carolina.
In 2019, Knight appeared in all 12 games as a reserve linebacker for Georgia Tech. He recorded 18 tackles, two tackles-for-loss, and added one sack. Notably, he forced a fumble recovered for a touchdown against Miami. His versatility was evident as he also had pass breakups and defended passes.
The next year he played in eight games for the Yellow Jackets. Knight amassed 18 tackles, with one for loss, and forced a fumble. He matched his season-high of four tackles three times, including games against Florida State, UCF, and Notre Dame. His consistent performance highlighted his growing impact on the team’s defense.
In 2021, Knight played in all 12 games, primarily as a reserve linebacker and special teams contributor. He recorded six tackles, with a standout play being a 37-yard fumble return to set up a touchdown against North Carolina. Additionally, he completed his first career pass attempt on a fake punt against Boston College.
In 2022, Knight participated in the first four games for Georgia Tech, registering nine tackles. Following the dismissal of head coach Geoff Collins, Knight remained on the bench for the remainder of the season.
In 2023, Knight transferred to Charlotte, where he had a standout season. He led the team with 96 tackles, ranking second in the AAC. His performance included six tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown against Maryland. His contributions earned him Second-Team All-AAC honors.
In his final collegiate year, Knight transferred again, this time to South Carolina. He served as a team leader, earning the Rex Enright Team Captain title and the Most Outstanding Senior award. He played in all 13 games, starting ten, and was second on the team with 82 tackles. His season totals featured eight tackles for loss, two sacks, three forced fumbles, and an interception that secured a win against Clemson. His leadership and performance were recognized with an Honorable Mention All-SEC selection.
Knight is related to former NFL Pro Bowler DeAngelo Hall and is also a distant cousin of music legends Gladys Knight and Aretha Franklin.
572 Defensive Snaps
82 Total Tackles
8 Tackles For Loss
11 Missed Tackles
29 Defensive Stops
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