As soon as Navy outside linebackers coach Justin Davis saw D.J. Palmore, he knew the defense had a top playmaker in its midst.
Even as a freshman, Palmore ran to every ball and showed the type of dedication that turned him into one of the program's elite players.
Palmore's top-notch work rate culminated with him being named captain prior to this season in a vote by his teammates. Palmore has once again done his part on the field and leads the team with 2.5 sacks heading into the final games of his senior season.