Luke Pirris isn’t the type of athlete who made headlines when he joined the Navy. His story is more about resilience and steady growth. Pirris has developed his career the hard way through practice reps, video study, and an edge that shows up every Saturday from a scout-team plebe who only got one snap as a freshman to becoming a defensive cornerstone.

By the time he reached his junior and senior seasons, he was leading Navy’s defense at outside linebacker. Pirris stands out for his bold and committed approach to the game. Coaches often comment on how he “flies around,” but hearing him talk shows his pride and profound appreciation for the Naval Academy experience, pride in preparation, and accountability. He’s someone who’s very much aware of both the hardships and the privileges of his

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