• Athletic Evaluation – Strengths: A breakout athlete who shined as a sophomore, Tyler is a playmaker on both offense and defense. He led the Bulldogs in receiving with about 79.3 yards per game and 10 touchdown catches – a testament to his game-changing ability at wide receiver. He has excellent ball skills, routinely making difficult catches look easy, and uses his 6′1″ frame (approx.) well to win jump balls. His speed and acceleration allowed him to get behind defenses for big plays, yet he’s also very sharp in and out of his breaks for shorter routes. On defense as an outside linebacker, he showed surprising toughness and instincts: he recorded 11 total touchdowns on offense and also contributed 11 tackles for loss (including sacks) on defense, showcasing a rare versatility. He’s tough-minded, not afraid of contact, and possesses the athleticism to cover backs or tight ends in space as well.
• Athletic Evaluation – Weaknesses/Areas for Improvement: Still growing and developing, as expected for a younger player. He can refine his route running details (e.g., crisper cuts, varying tempo) to become even more unguardable on offense. Defensively, continued work on shedding blocks and reading run-pass keys will help him be more effective, especially as opponents scheme for him. Additionally, while he has good speed, he can work on elite top-end speed and strength in the offseason – any added muscle will make him a more dominant blocker and tackler. Essentially, his “weaknesses” are mostly just areas to sharpen as he matures, since he already has a strong foundation.
• Athletic Evaluation – Position-Specific Skills: As a Slot receiver, Tyler has natural pass-catching ability – extends his hands, catches away from his body, and secures the ball through contact. He’s a threat after the catch as well, using a good stiff arm and agility to gain extra yards. His field awareness is evident when he works the sidelines or finds openings in zone coverage. As an outside linebacker on defense, he displays good lateral movement and closing speed. He’s effective on the blitz, timing snap counts well, and his length helps in disrupting passing lanes (tipped a couple of passes this year). His background as a slot receiver also gives him good insight in coverage when dropping back. He’s truly an “athlete” in the best sense – able to impact the game in a variety of ways.
• Athletic Evaluation – Game Performance: Tyler had several star performances in 2024. In a key league game versus Pasadena, he exploded for over 150 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, repeatedly burning the secondary with deep routes and jump-ball wins. Across the season, he consistently delivered chunk plays – whenever the offense needed a spark, he was often the go-to target, converting multiple third-and-long situations with acrobatic catches. Defensively, he had games where he was in on 8-10 tackles and recorded sacks by blitzing off the edge. Notably, in the rivalry game against Burroughs, he caught a long touchdown and then later sealed the win with a sack in the fourth quarter, demonstrating his clutch capability. His all-around impact earned him All-League honors as just a sophomore.
• Athletic Evaluation – College Potential Projection: Tyler’s potential is sky-high. Given his production as a 10th grader, he is on track to be a major college recruit in the class of 2027. He could project as a wide receiver at the FBS level – his combination of size, hands, and playmaking reminds one of collegiate slot or wide-out types, and with continued development he might draw Power-5 interest. Some schools might even look at him as a safety or outside linebacker because of his frame and versatility. In any case, if he continues to progress, he should be a scholarship player; early projections peg him as an FBS Group-of-5 or high FCS recruit with the upside to go even higher if he gains elite speed. The next two years will be pivotal, but his trajectory suggests a very bright collegiate future.
• Character & Intangibles – Work Ethic and Dedication: Tyler’s emergence is largely credited to his work ethic. He attacked the offseason prior to 2024 knowing he could have a role, and added muscle and improved his speed significantly. He’s often found doing extra work. His dedication paid off in his performance leap, and coaches expect him to continue that same level of commitment as he aims to become one of the area’s elite.
• Character & Intangibles – Leadership Qualities: Even as an underclassman, Tyler showed flashes of leadership by his fearless play. He’s not a loud leader yet (deferred to seniors in 2024), but his competitive drive sets an example. In the huddle, he’s focused and positive – if a play fails, he’s quick to clap teammates on the back and say “next play.” As he grows into an upperclassman, he’s likely to take on a more vocal leadership role; he’s already respected for how he performs under pressure.
• Character & Intangibles – Coachability: Tyler is extremely versatile by nature. He willingly learned a dual role this past season, splitting time between offense and defense without complaint. His rapid development from freshman to sophomore year is evidence of his coachability and willingness to put feedback into practice.
• Character & Intangibles – Mental Toughness: Tyler displays a level of poise uncommon for his age. He doesn’t get rattled under big-game atmospheres; for example, when faced with a packed homecoming crowd and tough opponent, he played one of his best games. If he drops a pass or misses an assignment, he flushes it quickly and is eager to redeem himself on the next opportunity. He also handled playing almost every snap (offense, defense, special teams) with grit – even when fatigued or dinged up, he persevered and delivered. This mental toughness to handle adversity and a heavy workload will serve him and the team well as his responsibilities grow.
• Character & Intangibles – Character and Attitude: He knows he has to work for everything despite his natural talent. With his combination of talent and character, he’s becoming one of the cornerstone figures of the team’s future.