Max Carroll aims to lead TCU linebackers in 2026 football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Max Carroll returns for the TCU Horned Frogs as they look to replace departed linebackers Kaleb Elarms-Orr and Namdi Obiazor. Elarms-Orr's impressive stats included 130 total tackles and All-Big 12 honors before being drafted by the Buffalo Bills. Obiazor, a former safety, had been a key player with 302 total tackles over his career and was picked by the New England Patriots. Carroll, along with Virginia Tech transfer Michael Short, will be pivotal in the upcoming season as they work to fill the gaps left by the departing players.
- •TCU lost Kaleb Elarms-Orr and Namdi Obiazor to the NFL Draft.
- •Max Carroll logged 55 tackles in his time as a backup.
- •Michael Short transferred from Virginia Tech and had 22 tackles last season.
- •TCU also has several redshirt freshmen competing for linebacker spots.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 TCU Football Season Preview: Linebackers
"Max Carroll returns as the Horned Frogs seek to replace Kaleb Elarms-Orr and Namdi Obiazor.
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