Head Coach
Brett Ekkens and the Tiffin University football program have announced the latest additions to the team with its National Signing Day release. A total of 40 student-athletes will be bringing their talents to the field for the Dragons football team.
Braylen Landrum
Pickerington Central
DL 6'1 270
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Scouting report - Braylen is a versatile playmaker from a good program. Despite playing various positions on the DL in HS, he always plays with a high motor.
Matthias Granderson
East Kentwood (MI)
OL 6'2 290
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Scouting report - Matthias has a large frame and the strength to back it up. He will be a force to be felt in both the run & pass game. Our staff is excited to watch his development over the next 4 years.
Brandon Leal
Lakota
K 5'11 202
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Scouting report - Brandon is an exceptional talent who made 9 FG's from 56 yards or longer including the 8th longest in OHSAA history. There is a buzz around him locally and we couldn't be more excited to have him in the family
Braylyn Toles
Massillon Washington
WR 5'8 145
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Scouting report - Braylyn is an electric playmaker from a top-notch program. Great speed, ball skills and understanding receiver play give Braylyn exceptional upside.
Ephraim Daugherty
Yorktown (IN)
WR 6'0 175
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Scouting report - Ephraim is a dynamic, 3 sport student athlete. He has the ability to run by you and jump over you. His development over the next 4-5 years could lead to Ephriam having an incredible career.
Brayden Lane
Belleville (MI)
K/P 6'0 207
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Scouting report - Brayden is a state champion kicker with a combination of consistency and a big led. Accolades include First Team All-State, First Team All-Region, HM All-Conference, Michigan Career PAT Record Holder #1, Ranked #7 nationally in PAT points made.
Korbin Johnston
Kenton
QB 6'1 215
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Scouting report - Korbin is a cerebral QB with great playmaking ability. During his senior year alone he tallied over 4,000 total yards and 34 touchdowns. The coaches are thrilled to have this local talent join the QB room!
Cooper Josefczyk
Medina
LB 5'11 222
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Scouting report - Cooper is a strong tackler. His highlight tape showcases plays made from both the ILB & OLB spots during his HS career. Cooper runs well, is a very good blitzer, He has a bright future in our defense.
Axel Newell
Orchard Lake St. Mary's (MI)
QB 6'3 220
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Scouting report - Axel is a state champion QB who possesses great arm talent and good size. Our program is excited about his competitive edge joining the QB room.
Tyler Hurd
Newark
DB 6'0 175
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Scouting report - Tyler is an athletic player in the secondary with a high upside. His ability to cover a team's best receiver while also being a physical presence will help strengthen the TU secondary.
Isaiah Wilson
Lima Senior
WR 5'10 175
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Scouting report - Isaiah amassed over 1,750 yards receiving, 23 TDs & 4 INTs this past season. "Boog" as his hometown fans call him is dynamic with the ball in his hands in every way including kickoff returns, receiving, & reverses. He truly does it all.
Jeremiah Moore
Groveport Madison
DB 6'0 170
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Scouting report - Jeremiah is a playmaker with elite speed and strong receiving skills. That, combined with his ability to stay tight in coverage and attack the ball in the air, will help create plenty of takeaways for the Dragons in the future.
Juan Marquez Jr
Grayslake North (IL)
DE 6'1 232
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Scouting report - Juan has a great frame and by all accounts he loves the weight room. This, coupled with a relentless work ethic, gives him tremendous upside. Juan's best football is ahead of him.
Braylon Jessie
VASJ
DE 6'0 235
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Scouting report - Nicknamed "Swole," Braylon is a true weight room guy whose natural ability to rush the passer will only continue to be developed during his time in our program.
Jonan Miceli
Aurora Christian (IL)
WR 6'0 180
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Scouting report - One of the most polished and college ready route runners evaluated. Jonan has the ability to gain separation from defenders in order to win 1v1s. These characteristics make Jonan an exciting player to watch.
K'Vuone McNeal
Canton Mckinley
DE 6'2 235
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Scouting report - K'voune is a dynamic pass rusher, one of the best in the state of Ohio. He possesses all of the same natural gifts that elite pass rushers have. He will be a graduate of historic Canton McKinley High School.
Mylen Lenix
Massillon Washington
RB 5'11 222
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Scouting report - With good size and speed, Mylen runs physically and downhill. His balance after contact makes him an explosive play waiting to happen. He also starred at linebacker for Massillon Washington this past fall.
Isaac Bunts
Sandusky Perkins
RB 5'9 200
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Scouting report - Isaac had an exceptional senior year, leading his team to a state title appearance. He is a dynamic playmaker who was rarely tackled by the first defender.
Ja'Quan Ingram
Groveport Madison
TE 6'2 220
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Scouting report - Ja'Quan has elite ball skills, tremendous size and showcases physicality on film. His limited experience playing football leads everyone to believe the sky is the limit for Ja'Quan.
Rainey Matthews
John Glen (MI)
DB 6'0 165
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Scouting report - Long athlete with a great feel for the game. Was a threat on both sides of the ball in high school which makes him dangerous when roaming the secondary. Student of the game who will be able to execute complex schemes. Rainey is a long athlete with a great feel for the game. A threat on both sides of the ball in high school, he becomes dangerous in the secondary if he gets the ball in his hands. A student of the game, he will be able to execute complex schemes.
DJ Zimmerman
Massillon Washington
TE 6'0 236
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Scouting report - Size, physicality and the ability to be violent with his hands make DJ a great prospect. A graduate of one of the top high school programs in the country, DJ will find a way to add value immediately.
Cohen Hulbert
Edon
LB 6'1 195
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Scouting report - We have had a chance to watch him develop over the last year and he had a terrific year, Cohen finished his HS career with over 330 tackles, while his game has an old school feel. He is a exciting playmaker.
Brayden Harrison
Fostoria
DB 5'11 172
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Scouting report - Brayden possesses undeniable speed and athletic ability. A development in coverage and in technique will enable him to be an elite player at any level. The local DB will feel right at home with the Dragons.
Jamar Bryant
Glenville
OL 6'3 267
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Scouting report - Jamar is a long athletic OT who plays with an edge. His size and athleticism will be a great asset to our OL room. Jamar will undoubtedly make an impact during his time at TU.
DeAndre Copeland
Buchtel
OL 6'0 330
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Scouting report - DeAndre is a tireless worker, natural leadership skills and possesses a high football IQ. We should all be excited to watch as he continues to develop.
Frank Bertram
Ben Davis (IN)
DE 6'1 215
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Scouting report - Frank is a big time playmaker from Indianapolis; he is a natural athlete who will transition into a full-time edge. He has great size, speed, plays with a high motor. Frank's upside is obvious and extraordinary.
Joe McNulty
Avon Lake
OL 6'3 276
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Scouting report - Joe has a large frame and is extremely athletic for a player with his size. He plays with strength and physicality. Joe is going to be a force in the trenches for the Dragons.
Dewey Davis
Miami Central (FL)
DB 5'10 180
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Scouting report - Dewey brings a strong skill set to the TU secondary. He possesses the traits that make a talented player in the secondary - speed, change of direction and physicality. With above average ball skills, he will pose problems for opposing QBs for many years to come.
Rafael "Tank" Washington
Pickerington North
DB 6'0 170
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Scouting report - "Tank" comes from a strong program and has presence with his size at the safety position. His ability to both cover the pass game and fit the run game gives him tremendous upside. You see strong contact courage littered throughout his tape.
Sean Richardson
Solon
LB 5'9 195
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Scouting report - Sean is the kind of player who is seemingly always at the right place at the right time. His toughness and instincts make him a fierce competitor. His heart and effort embody the same qualities you see in the Dragon football program.
Javion Hendrix
Mason
DB 6'2 175
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Scouting report - A defensive back with a lot of potential. The size he has at DB would be highly sought after across the nation. He will continue to develop and grow during his time with us.
Isaiah Parker
Brush
TE 6'1 215
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Scouting report - Isaiah has great athleticism and the ability to play all over the field. His long arms are paired with very good ball skills. These qualities make him an exciting prospect.
Jeremiah Richards
Kewona Hills (MI)
OL 6'5 300
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Scouting report - Jeremiah has a big frame and the potential to develop into a major player. He loves football and that is evident through his film. He will bring size and strength to the Dragon OL
Tyshawn Wilson
Benedictine HS
DT 6'0 271
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Scouting report - Tyshawn has good size with ample room to grow. He made plays at a number of positions along the DL in his HS career. Tyshawn possesses good quickness and strong hands. We look forward to his growth as a player.
Joaquin Mendez
Marian Catholic (IL)
DE 6'2 220
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Scouting report - Joaquin joins the Dragon family from the historic Chicago Catholic League where he was an all conference player. He is an athletic DE who consistently demonstrates the ability to play the run and pass. A true competitor.
Lennox "Cruz" Williams
Westfield High School (IN)
LB 5'11 205
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Scouting report - Lennox is very athletic and plays the game with an extreme amount of passion. He possesses both downhill and lateral burst, which makes him a strong addition to the LB room. His energy is contagious and he brings that every single play.
Talil Spikes
Africentric High School
DT 6'1 270
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Scouting report - Talil is a very large athlete who plays with a great deal of passion and energy. Every snap he demonstrates tons of power, He has a contagious spirit about him; we look forward to adding him to our program and developing some of his natural skills.
Jack Muldowney
Southeast High School
TE 6'4 211
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Scouting report - Jack has long arms and is very athletic with natural ball skills. His playmaking ability is obvious. Jack will continue the Muldowney legacy at TU as his brother won multiple conference championships with the Dragons.
Dontrell Dennis
Haslett (MI)
WR 5'8 150
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Scouting report - Catching INTs and TDs is all you'll see if you watch Dontrell's highlight tape. A menace on both sides of the ball whose game will translate well to college.
Adrion Burt
Glen Oak
DB 6' 175
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Scouting report - Adrion is a talented athlete who played both QB and safety at GlenOak. He brings the physicality that you want from the third level and a strong understanding of how offenses will attack the secondary. His versatility and knowledge of the game will be a boost to the future production of the Dragons secondary.
