High School: Competed at Colleyville Heritage High School under coach Darren Allman…Named District 6-5A All-Purpose Player of the Year and District 7-6A First Team All-District…Earned CHHS 2013-14 Special Teams MVP honors and CHHS 2014-15 MVP accolades…Also received Dallas Morning News Defensive Player of the Week honors…Personal: Born August 30, 1996 to Linda and Phil Phillippe…Has an older brother Austin…Father, Phil, played football at Stephen F. Austin…Enjoys hunting and fishing.

"Ryan comes from a high level of football in the state of Texas.  He was the MVP of his team at Colleyville Heritage High School. He has the length and speed that we look for in all of our safeties, but he also plays with a lot of passion.  Our hope is that Ryan and a few of the other Texas recruits will open the door for future Lumberjacks from that great state." – Safeties Coach David Reeves

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Prior to NAU: Competed at Arizona Western College for two years under coach Tom Minnick…Recorded 99 tackles and 3.5 sacks…Was an All-Conference First Team and All-America First Team selection…High School: Played for coach Nick Davis at Spalding High School…Played in the East vs. West game…Personal: Born Demetrius "Larry" McCord on December 4, 1994 to Renda Henley…Has four brothers Kedre, Jarvis, Jermad and Dontavious and two sisters Dihanna and Allison…Enjoys working out and watching TV.

"Larry is a Junior College All-American that played the last two seasons at Arizona Western College where he was voted team captain.  Larry has excellent speed, athleticism, and is a terminating tackler.  Our hope is that Larry can make an immediate impact for us next season. – Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach Andy Thompson

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High School: Competed at Cibola High School for coach Lucky Arvizo…Recorded over 1,000 rushing yards his junior and senior seasons…Also competed in basketball and track & field…Personal: Born Abraham "Abe" Thompson on April 3, 1997 to Scott Thompson and Deborah Probert…Has an older brother Noah, a twin brother Ted and a younger sister Quinn.

"Abe is an outstanding football player out of Cibola High School in Yuma, Ariz. As a running back in high school he has demonstrated a very physical style of running, while showing the ability to make decisive cuts and the ability to catch the ball out of the backfield. We believe that he has the versatility to play in multiple positions on the field for us." – Tight Ends Coach Craig Knoth

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High School: Competed at Mountain Ridge High School under coach Bobby Green…Earned First Team All-Section and All-Region honors junior year…Also received honorable mention All-State accolades…As a senior earned First Team All-Section honors…Received Scout.com All-Arizona and First Team All-State honors…Was a Second Team All-State selection by The Arizona Republic…Was a two-time Honorable Mention Division I Academic Team (Sports 360 AZ) recipient…Averaged 11.9 tackles per game throughout his career, in addition to four interceptions and five sacks…Personal: Born October 18, 1996 to Greg and Ann McEowen…Has an older sister Audra…Enjoys dancing.

"Billy is another great in-state talent from Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale, Ariz.  He is the definition of a scholar-athlete accumulating a 4.0 GPA while at Mountain Ridge.  Billy plays with the type of intensity that we love to coach and brings physicality to the game that is exciting to watch."  – Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach Andy Thompson

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High School: Competed at Sandra Day O'Connor High School under coach John Rodriguez…Earned Honorable Mention All-Division honors sophomore year, second team honors junior year and first team accolades senior season…Personal: Born April 23, 1997 to Mike and Julie Pruitt…Has two older sisters Jade and Jaylin.

"Jamison is an offensive tackle that exemplifies all the characteristics that we were looking for in this year's recruiting class to give a huge boost to the offensive line. Jamison will be coming to NAU to study accounting or finance in our business school.  His academic achievements are impressive where he carries a 3.8 gpa at O Connor, and was recently awarded the Wendy's High School Heisman Award for his outstanding achievements in the community, the classroom and on the field of competition.  He was a two-way player and his competitiveness and leadership skills were essential in leading O'Connor to the playoffs this year.  He is a member of the 24-7 Sports All-Arizona Team and will be a huge addition to the Lumberjack offensive line." – Offensive Line Coach Adam Stenavich

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High School: Competed at South Oak Cliff High School for coach Emmett Jones…Was a two-time All-State and All-District selection…Also earned First Team All-Area, Division II-4A Defensive MVP honors and Team MVP accolades…Helped team to an 11-4 overall record his senior year…Personal: Born October 7, 1996 to Charla Chappelll…Has an older brother Da'Shon and a younger sister Aireion.

"Jalen has been a dominant player at South Oak Cliff High School.  He has been extremely productive and his ability to change the game is exciting.  He is an explosive player that uses his hands effectively to get off of blocks. He has the athleticism, strength and competitiveness that you are looking for in a defensive lineman."  - Defensive Line Coach Travis Baker

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High School: Competed at Helix High School under coach Troy Starr…Was a two-time All-CIF and three-time All-County selection…Helped team win a state championship…Was an All-Academic First Team selection…Named the Brothers in Arms Bowl MVP…Personal: Born November 26, 1997 to Roy and Tonya Kuykendall…Has an older sister Jacquline…Enjoys singing.

"Out of Helix High School in San Diego, Jaylon will be a force to be reckoned with in the interior of the Lumberjack offensive line for years to come.  Standing at six-foot and weighing 290 pounds, Jaylon brings the perfect combination of size, physicality and leadership that we are looking.  He was a captain and two-way starter for the Highlanders and was essential in leading them to the San Diego Sectional Championship this season.  He was named to the 2013 and 2014 All-East County teams while carrying a 3.3 GPA. We look for him to bring that same success to NAU where he plans on majoring in psychology." – Offensive Line Coach Adam Stenavich

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High School: Competed for coach Emmett Jones at South Oak Cliff High School…Was a two-time First Team All-District 5A selection…Also competed in track & field and basketball…Track & field team was district champs…Personal: Born December 11, 1996 to Lesa Wilson and Willie Smith…Has an older sister Ashley.

"Willie is another outstanding athlete from the state of Texas.  He played multiple positions on a very talented team for perennial power South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, Texas.  We're excited about his versatility and natural football instincts.  We believe he can bring something new to the long tradition of outstanding cornerback play here at NAU."  – Cornerbacks Coach TJ Rushing

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High School: Competed at Paso Robles High School under coach Rich Schimke…Was a two-time all-league selection…Also earned All-County and All-CIF honors…Helped lead his team to a 13-2 record en route to winning the league and Division II CIF Championship..Lettered in both baseball and basketball…Was a two-time all-league baseball pick and earned the Silver Bat Award…Team won the league championship…Personal: Born October 15, 1996 to Rob and Patti Baldwin..Has an older sister Lindsey…Father Rob played college football at Cal Poly and grandfather Manford Vanderlip played football at Stanford.

"Jonathan is a talented football player that has been a key contributor to a very successful football program at Paso Robles. He is a versatile football player that plays physical in the run game as a blocker one play and then the next play makes a spectacular catch down the field in the pass game as a receiver. We look forward to Jonathan continuing the strong tight end tradition here at NAU." – Tight Ends Coach Craig Knoth

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Prior to NAU: Played at Glendale Community College under coach Micky Bell for two seasons…Recorded 83 tackles, seven pass breakups and four interceptions…High School: Competed for coaches Kelly Epley and Craig Holland at Agua Fria High School…Was an All-State returner and running back…Ran for over 2,500 yards his last two seasons…Team was league champions in 2011…Also competed in track & field…Was a 4x100 state champion…Personal: Born November 17, 1993 to Anotinette Mann and Edrick Vaughn…Has four sisters Shanay, Safa, Khalilah and LaKunta and two older brothers Scipio and Michael…Enjoys photography.

"LeAndre is an exciting mid-year transfer from Glendale Community College.  Originally from Agua Fria High School in Avondale, Ariz. we're thrilled to have another great in-state product.  LeAndre has great quickness and is a truly explosive player.  We expect LeAndre to compete right away for playing time in our talented secondary." – Safeties Coach David Reeves

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High School: Competed for coach Steve Belles at Hamilton High School…Was a First Team All-Section, All-Conference and All-State honoree…Team was the 2012 Arizona State Champions…Recorded 250 career tackles and 10 sacks…Also competed in basketball…Averaged 10 rebounds and eight points per game…Personal: Born July 31, 1997 to Leah Vance and Willie Daniel…Has three younger sisters Caroline, Charlette and Addison and one younger brother Brayden…Enjoys playing video games.

"Hails from one of the top programs in the state of Arizona; Hamilton High School in Chandler. He was the team captain and named most inspirational player for the eventual State Champion Huskies.  Tristen can play both outside and inside linebacker.  He brings great speed and athleticism to our linebacker core, but he also is a weighted 4.1 student at Hamilton." – Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach Andy Thompson

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High School: Competed at Sahuaro High School under coach Scott McKee...Named the 2014 Southern Arizona Division II Defensive Player of the Year…Also earned First Team Offense and Defense honors, leading to All-State and All-Division accolades...A two-way player in high school, Hall led his team with 1,270 yards rushing and 21 touchdowns...Tied the school record for most touchdowns in a single game with seven…Played high school football with current Lumberjack Cole Sterns…Personal: Born April 27, 1997 to Marlon and Kristy Hall…Has two older sisters Logan and Kayla…Cousin Adam Hall played football at the University of Arizona..Sister Logan played softball at Texas Tech…Enjoys hanging out with friends.

"We feel that with Derik we were able to get another top Arizona prospect.  Derik was an outstanding two-way player for Sahuaro High School, where he earned Offensive MVP honors for the Tucson area.  He had 21 rushing touchdowns, three sacks, and three interceptions this past season.  He's a physical player that can play multiple positions and most importantly he plays with passion.  We expect big things in the future from Derik." – Safeties Nickel Coach David Reeves

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High School: Competed at Pine View High School for coach Raymond Hosner…Was a two-time All-Region honoree and earned First Team All-State accolades his senior season…Helped team to a runner-up finish in the state championship his junior year and a semifinal appearance his senior season…Was a four-year letterwinner in baseball and All-Region pitcher…Also competed in basketball, lettering for one year…Personal: Born September 25, 1996 to Chris and Jamie Goebel…Has an older brother Haden and a younger sister Amelia…Father Chris played football at Southern Utah…Enjoys weight lifting.

"We look forward to adding a quality football player in Harrison.  He will have an immediate impact on special teams as a long snapper, and as a tight end he will help continue the strong tradition that we have built here at NAU." - Tight Ends Coach Craig Knoth

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Prior to NAU: Competed at the University of Washington for two years…Caught 32 passes for 256 yards and three touchdowns during his two-year stint…Rushed for 211 yards on 37 carries…High School: Competed at Hamilton High School for coach Steve Belles…Named Arizona's Division I Player of the Year by Arizona Varsity (Rivals) and also earned First-Team All-Arizona by the Arizona Republic as a senior…Named the state's fourth-best player by the Republic heading into senior season…Also First-Team All-Tribune...Caught 87 passes for 1,132 yards and 16 touchdowns as a senior...Rushed for 558 yards on 68 carries…Rated the No. 24 "athlete" in the nation and the No. 7 recruit in Arizona by Rivals.com...Personal: Born June 16, 1994…Kendyl's father, Keith, played at Illinois before a nine-year NFL career... Brother, Kerry, played at Arizona State and spent some time in the NFL...Uncle, John Taylor, was a two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and three-time Super Bowl champion with the San Francisco 49ers.

"Kendyl comes to NAU as a mid-year transfer from the University of Washington where he played wide receiver for the Huskies. He was a standout recruit out of Hamilton High School where his team won a state championship.  Kendyl is an electric athlete that will make an immediate impact as a wide receiver, running back and return man.  He creates a number of matchup problems for any opponent of the 'Jacks and were thrilled to have him." – Wide Receiver Tim Plough

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Prior to NAU: Played at Fullerton College under coach Tim Byrnes for two seasons…While at Fullerton was an All-Conference honoree and team captain…Recorded 50 tackles and five sacks…Helped Fullerton to an undefeated record in conference play both seasons…High School: Competed for coach Jeremiah Ross at Crespi High School…Was a two-time All-Conference selection and Orange County Scholar-Athlete nominee…Personal: Born February 12, 1994 to Falicia Hogan and Farris Gabriel…Has an older sister Kourtney and two younger brothers Kyle and Kayleb…Enjoys playing video games.

"Kourey has the talent and maturity to come in and make an immediate impact.  He has the strength and quickness that you want in a defensive tackle.  He plays with passion, energy and toughness.  His effort and desire to get to the football is impressive.  He is also a very intelligent young man that will transition nicely into our system." – Defensive Line Coach Travis Baker

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High School: Competed at Arbor View High School under coach Dan Barnson…Earned First Team All-State, All-City and All-Conference honors…Team went 28-5 during his last three seasons…Was a member of the first Arbor View football team to go undefeated…Personal: Born May 2, 1997 to Hani Noshi and Amy Grooms…Has a younger sister Arlin and a younger brother Grady…Enjoys lifting weights.

"Malik Noshi is our only signee this year from Nevada. He played his football at Arbor View High School in Las Vegas and was coached by Dan Barnson. At 6-foot-2 and 300 pounds, Malik was a two-way starter and captain for the most successful team in Arbor View history, where they made it all the way to the state semi-finals. He holds every record in the Arbor View weight room, and his toughness and physicality on the inside will ensure the dominance we are looking for. He was a 2014 First Team All-State selection and also carries a 3.3 GPA. We are excited about him becoming a Lumberjack." - Offensive Line Coach Adam Stenavich

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High School: Competed at Salpointe High School under coach Dennis Bene…Finished as the Salpointe career tackles leader…Was a two-time All-State selection, three-time Southern Arizona honoree and four-time All-Section pick…Also competed in track & field and basketball…Personal: Born May 15, 1997 to Claudia and Jay Powell…Has an older brother Jordan and a younger sister Kamaria…Father, Jay, played football at Tulsa and brother, Jordan, ran track at Arizona.

"Taylor was named the Tucson High School Defensive Player of the Year.  Another exceptional in-state student-athlete that had multiple FBS offers, but in the end chose NAU.  Starring for Salpointe, Taylor is a very explosive and physical linebacker that has a great future with the 'Jacks." – Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach Andy Thompson

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High School: Competed at Newport Harbor High School for coach Jeff Brinkley…Junior year was named Sunset League Co-Offensive Player of the Year…Repeated the honor the following year, in addition to receiving Dream Team Player of the Year honors…Holds the all-time passing yards record, most completions in a game and most touchdowns in a game…Finished his career eighth all-time in passing touchdowns and seventh all-time in passing yards in Orange County…Also competed in basketball and baseball…Personal: Born May 12, 1997 to Will and Katy Norris…Has two brothers Carter and Campbell…Father, Will, swam collegiately at USC…Enjoys the outdoors and hanging out with friends.

"Cole was an outstanding quarterback for Newport Harbor High School. He's not only one of the top passers in the history of Orange County, but he is also the all-time leading passer in all major categories for the Sailors.  Cole has a great combination of arm strength, accuracy and a very quick release.  We're thrilled to have him join the Lumberjack family and we know Cole has a bright future." – Wide Receivers Coach Tim Plough

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High School: Competed at Servite High School under coach A.J. Goss…The three-year starter recorded over 100 tackles, registered nine interceptions and scored three touchdowns…Recorded a school record 98-yard pick six…Was a two-time First Team All-Trinity, All-County and All-Area selection…Picked up First Team All-CIF honors his senior season…Personal: Born February 26, 1997 to Maurice Davison Sr….Has a younger brother Markell and a younger sister Alexandria…Enjoys playing basketball.

"Maurice has been starting since his sophomore season in the highly competitive Trinity League in Southern California.  In his time at Servite, Maurice earned the reputation as one of the best cover corners in the state.  His quickness, athleticism and competitive streak make Maurice a very exciting signee for the Lumberjacks.  Maurice had over 10 scholarship offers from different FBS and FCS schools, wer'e thrilled he's chosen to further his career at NAU." – Cornerbacks Coach TJ Rushing

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High School: Competed at Saguaro High School under coach Jason Mohns…Was a two-time All-City selection and earned First Team All-State, All-Section, All-Division and All-Tribune honors…Helped team to a 14-0 record and state championship…Personal: Born Kam'ron Johnson February 8, 1997 to Amy and Troy Johnson…Has an older brother Kahari.

"Kam was a standout performer for state champion Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, Ariz.  He's not only an outstanding running back, but he also has great potential as a defensive back.  He has a rare combination of size, speed and physicality that landed him multiple FBS offers.  We're thrilled that at the end of the day he's joining the Lumberjack family." – Running Backs Coach Jimmy Beal

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High School: Competed at Hamilton High School for coach Steve Belles…Earned First Team All-Section honors…Helped team to a state championship appearance the last two years…Recorded 62 tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and 10 pass breakups…Personal: Born Tommie "Trey" Robinson to Tommie and Lartonyar Robinson…Has an older brother Dantrell and older sister Tawanda…Father, Tommie, is the running backs coach at the University of Texas…He also played college football at Troy State…Enjoys dancing and playing video games.

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