Ruben Hyppolite
Career Summary
Ruben Hyppolite II is a linebacker from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, who played college football at Maryland.
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Early Life
Hyppolite is from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and attended McArthur High School.
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High School
Hyppolite attended McArthur High School before joining Maryland.
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College Career
Hyppolite played five seasons at Maryland, appearing in 47 games. He finished with 218 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, seven passes defended, an interception and a forced fumble.
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Path to the NFL
Hyppolite developed at McArthur High School before becoming a five-year Maryland mainstay. He combined tackle production with conference recognition and leadership before entering the NFL Draft.
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NFL Career
Hyppolite was selected by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round, 132nd overall, of the 2025 NFL Draft.
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Career Accomplishments
Hyppolite was a 2023 team captain and a third-team All-Big Ten selection. He earned 2024 honorable mention All-Big Ten recognition, led Maryland with 66 tackles, and appeared on the Butkus Award watch list.
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Playing Style
Listed at 6-foot and 240 pounds, Hyppolite was a high-volume linebacker. In 2024 he led Maryland in tackles, adding 6.5 tackles for loss, a sack, three passes defended, an interception and a forced fumble.
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MFT Score: 35.5
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