2026 Football Roster
Jersey Number 50
Gavin Askew
- Class:
- Redshirt Freshman
- Position:
- DL
- Height:
- 6-3
- Weight:
- 240
- Hometown:
- Powder Springs, Ga.
- Mid-year enrollee
- Graduated from Hillgrove High School in Powder Springs, Ga.
- Finished his senior year with 69 total tackles
- Added 22 tackles for a loss and five sacks
- Also recorded two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and a pass breakup
- Finished his junior year with 50 tackles
- Added 12 tackles for a loss and five sacks
- Also had offers from: Air Force, Army, Ball State, Delaware, East Carolina, Georgia Southern, Georgia State, Kennesaw State, Miami (Ohio), Temple, UConn and Western Kentucky
Student Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
It has a very competitive football team and it is a great place.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My dad because he works so hard and sacrifices a lot for me.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
Scoring a touchdown.
Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My cousin.
Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
Shrimp Alfredo.
What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Messages app.
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Video games.
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Cam Newton
What is your favorite possession and why?
My shoes because I can wear them.
What is your Go-To karaoke song?
I Am by Lil Baby
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
The Maldives because of how amazing it looks.
Get To Know Liberty Linebacker Deuce Spurlock
Friday, April 24
Coach Chadwell Talks About The End Of Spring Camp
Saturday, April 18
Mike Jarvis & Jamari Person Talk About The End Of Spring Camp
Saturday, April 18
Coach Dixon Talks About Spring Camp
Tuesday, April 14
