Cundiff was the heartbeat of Florence’s defense last season, finishing with an incredible 180 total tackles while even helping out on offense with a couple hundred rushing yards. He’s not the biggest linebacker out there, but he plays like it doesn’t bother him at all — flying sideline to sideline and bringing real pop when he makes contact. What makes him special is that mix of range and toughness, allowing him to be just as effective against the run as he is dropping into coverage.

Cundiff is an attacking defensive playmaker with a great nose for the football. Flashes good eye discipline to diagnose the play and read run/pass. He’s quick to trigger to the ball and closes space with good efficient angled pursuit. Can beat blockers in a variety of ways. Will step up to take on contact and shed or can weave through to avoid the block on his way to the ball carrier. Strong at the POA, he’s a violent finisher as a tackler exploding through contact with good leverage and leg drive. He’s a high level competitor that plays with a motor in pursuit to play sideline to sideline. First team all state selection and defensive player of the year for the central region. Ranked #61 overall and the ninth ranked LB in the 2026 class.