Ty Summers

Ty Summers established himself as a formidable collegiate linebacker, playing 51 games and starting 32 for the TCU Horned Frogs between the 2014 and 2018 seasons. During his tenure, Summers amassed an impressive 317 total tackles, including 23.5 tackles for loss and 10 sacks. His breakout sophomore season in 2016 saw him record a career-high 121 tackles, earning him prestigious Second-team All-Big 12 honors. He continued to receive significant recognition with Honorable Mention All-Big 12 honors in both 2017 and 2018.

Throughout his professional NFL career, Summers has accumulated a robust stat line of 89 total tackles, 2 pass deflections, and 1 fumble recovery, underscoring his reliable defensive contributions across various roles. Summers’ unwavering commitment and sustained active career were further underscored in 2025 with a re-signing with the New York Giants, followed by a subsequent move to the Detroit Lions’ practice squad. His ability to maintain an impactful presence across multiple franchises, including two separate stints with the Detroit Lions, speaks volumes about his valued reliability and consistent capacity to contribute at a high level. Ty Summers brings a decade of highly valued professional experience to the National Football League, consistently demonstrating his integral role on special teams and as a versatile, dependable linebacker.