#33

Amare Campbell

Junior

Player Information

Position

Number

#33

Year

Junior

Height

6'2"

Weight

235 lbs

Hometown

Baltimore, Maryland

High School

St. Frances Academy

Season Performance Comparison

2024 Season

tackles105

sacks2.5

tackles For Loss10

interceptions0

2025 Season

games Played12

tackles73

tackles For Loss8.5

sacks2.5

interceptions0

pass Deflections3

defensive Touchdowns1

2025 Performance Analysis

Team leader in tackles (73) in 2025. Named Third-Team All-Big Ten by the media. His 61-yard fumble return TD against Rutgers was a season highlight.

Biography

Amare Campbell (6'2", 235 lbs) is the new "Mike" linebacker and defensive signal-caller for 2026. He led the team with 73 tackles in 2025 during a breakout junior campaign. Campbell is known for his elite closing speed and coverage ability (72.4 passer rating allowed). With Kobe King gone, he steps into the primary leadership role "LBU" demands.

Related News & Articles

Player ProfileJanuary 18, 2026

Amare Campbell: The New Heartbeat of the Defense | 2026 Season Profile

With Kobe King off to the NFL, the mike linebacker torch passes to Amare Campbell. After a breakout 73-tackle season, he is ready to lead Tyson Veidt's defense.

AwardsDecember 4, 2025

Dennis-Sutton, Campbell Named Third-Team All-Big Ten

The Big Ten announced its 2025 All-Conference teams. Dani Dennis-Sutton and Amare Campbell earned Third-Team honors, while several others received Honorable Mention.

Game RecapNovember 30, 2025

Penn State Defeats Rutgers 40-36, Secures Bowl Eligibility

In a thrilling regular-season finale, Penn State defeated Rutgers 40-36 to secure bowl eligibility. Amare Campbell's 61-yard fumble return touchdown proved to be the difference, while Nicholas Singleton broke two school records and Kaytron Allen rushed for a career-high 226 yards.