Deacon Stewart

High School Standout defensive leader at Harnett Central High School • Played in 23 career varsity games, finishing with 120 total tackles, 24 tackles for loss, and 4.5 sacks • As a senior (2024–25), turned in an outstanding season with 98 total tackles (56 solo, 42 assists), 23 tackles for loss, and 3.0 sacks, while also recording a fumble recovery and a forced fumble • Posted a career-best 8.9 tackles per game as a senior • Junior year (2023–24) added 22 tackles and 1.5 sacks • Wrapped up prep career with one fumble recovery and one forced fumble, along with 38 credited quarterback hurries in his senior campaign. Personal From Angier, N.C. • Favorite hobby is playing the Magic: The Gathering card game • Favorite movie is John Wick • Favorite song is “Wherever I May Roam” by Metallica • Favorite athlete is Nick Bosa.