Cade Denhoff
Career Summary
Cade Denhoff is a defensive end from Plant City, Florida, who spent five seasons at Clemson before signing with Buffalo as an undrafted free agent in 2026.
He played 47 college games, developed into a six-game starter, and competed with the Bills through the preseason.
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Early Life
Denhoff is from Plant City, Florida.
He began tackle football in seventh grade and played defensive end from the start.
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High School
Denhoff was a four-star prospect and five-year letterman at Lakeland Christian School.
He recorded 282 tackles and 26.5 sacks in 48 games and was invited to the Under Armour All-America Game.
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College Career
Denhoff played his entire college career at Clemson from 2021 through 2025.
He appeared in 47 games with six starts and totaled 63 tackles, five tackles for loss, two sacks, a fumble recovery and a pass breakup. His 2025 season included 29 tackles in 13 games.
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Path to the NFL
Denhoff's five-year Clemson career led to an undrafted opportunity with Buffalo.
The Bills signed him in May 2026 after he participated in Clemson's pro day.
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NFL Career
Denhoff began his professional career with Buffalo in 2026.
He competed through training camp and preseason before the Bills released him on August 29.
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Career Accomplishments
Denhoff earned Clemson's 2025 Hustle Award and was a four-time ACC Honor Roll selection.
He also earned All-ACC Academic Team recognition in 2024.
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Playing Style
Denhoff is an edge defender whose development emphasized tackling, effort and assignment discipline.
His Clemson career included work against both the run and pass, while the program recognized his consistent effort with its Hustle Award.
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32241, 00-0041268, 8/30/2002, Cade Denhoff, Cade, Denhoff
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