Saginaw Valley State

	2012 Saginaw Valley State University Football Recruits

Name	HT - WT - POS	Hometown / High School	Highlights

Paul Baker	6'2" - 255 - DL	Zeeland, Mich. / Zeeland East HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Zeeland East High School…qualified for States in wrestling and track and field…was named all-conference for football…was named to the All-Area Dream Team and the All-State First Team in football…major is currently undecided…son of Gary and Julia Baker…born 11/05/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Paul was exceptional off the edge as a defensive end. He is quick off the ball, has explosive power and runs well to the football. Look for him to be the type of multi-dimensional player who has the ability to play inside or outside on our front."

David Drummond	5'8" - 170 - RB	Grand Rapids, Mich. / East Grand Rapids HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at East Grand Rapids High School…participated in football, track and field, and lacrosse…was a member of the State Championship lacrosse team…earned all-conference honors for track and field…was a two-time all-conference athlete and was also an All-State selection for football…earned two football State Championships while at East Grand Rapids High School…majoring in business…son of David and Anne Drummond…born 4/21/93.

Coach Collins Says: "David was East Grand Rapids' big play guy the past two seasons. He can do it all when it comes to grinding out tough yards, making explosive runs and is a true threat out of the backfield as a receiver."

Martel Dukes	5'11" - 278 - DL	Shelby Township, Mich. / Michigan Collegiate HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Michigan Collegiate High School…named first team Charter School League for defense four times…was named Macomb First Team for defense…named All-State in his senior season…helped his team to two district championships, one regional title, and a Charter School title…went undefeated in his senior campaign…majoring in Athletic Training…son of Ricardo Dukes…born 09/15/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Martel played linebacker in high school but will make the move to the line and with his size and quickness will fit in well on our front. Look for him to also play some fullback in our 2 backfield sets."

Ross Ebels	6'1" - 190 - DB	Zeeland, Mich. / Zeeland East HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Was a two sport athlete at Zeeland East High School participating in both track and football…named all-conference, all-area and All-State in his senior campaign for track…set the school record for the 100m dash and had an undefeated season winning conference and regional meets…named second team all-conference in football…helped lead his team to a conference and district championship in his junior football…a member of honor roll…majoring in Criminal Justice…son of Steve and Julaine Ebels…born 01/15/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Ross possesses size, speed and explosiveness. He is a physical player and also possesses the coverage skills we look for in a player who can swing from safety to corner."

Allante Gardner	5'8" - 165 - WR	Detroit, Mich. / Michigan Collegiate HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Michigan Collegiate High School under head coach Alfredo Calderon…named first team all-county and All-State…was a captain leading the team to a district and regional championship…holds the state record for most interceptions…a member of honor roll…majoring in Computer Engineering…son of Alisa Gardner…born 04/27/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Allante is a multi-dimensional player who has exciting playmaking ability when the ball is in his hands. In addition to his exceptional hands and route running ability, he can also return kicks and carry the ball out of the backfield."

Clae Henderson	6'2" - 205 - LB	Saginaw, Mich. / Nouvel Catholic Central HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Nouvel Catholic Central High School…participated in football and wrestling…earned a district and regional championship in wrestling…named Mid-Michigan Sports Scene Dream Team in 2011…named to the First-Team All-State as a linebacker and was also named to the Dream Team by Saginaw News in 2011…was a member of the 2011 State Championship football team…four-year honor roll student…majoring in business…son of Kyle and Ronda Henderson and Christa and Joe Himmelein…born 1/14/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Clae was the defensive leader on this year’s Division 7 State Championship team and will bring his toughness across town. He is athletic, runs really well to the football, and has the ability to stuff the run and defend the pass."

Jordan Hill	6'2" - 190 - WR	Holland, Mich. / Zeeland East HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Zeeland East High School where he participated in both track and football…helped lead his team to a 38-3 overall record in his career…majoring in Biology…son of Darryn and Christina Junior…born 03/01/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Jordan is big, physical, and possesses speed and athleticism. As an outside receiver he will not only be a vertical threat, but he can make plays after the catch and also has the ability to go up for the ball in a crowd and come down with it."

Bryan Jones	6'2" - 225 - LB	Schoolcraft, Mich. / Schoolcraft HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Schoolcraft High School under Head Coach Terry Haas…was a five sport athlete participating in football, basketball, baseball, track and field, and golf…was the starting center of the 2011 Class C State Championship Basketball team that finished the season 27-0…was a two-time first team all-conference pick for basketball…was named 2011 ‘Player of the Year’ and earned two first team all-area picks for football…named to the 2011 first team All-State for football…was selected to play in the 2012 MHSFCA All-Star football game…was a three-year member of the National Honor Society…looks to major in the health field…son of William and Kathleen Jones…born 6/9/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Brian is a tough, hard-nosed, athletic linebacker who really impressed us with his desire to run to the football and be physical once he got there. He is excellent at shedding blocks, making hits and defending the pass."

Layton Mandle	6'3" - 195 - DB	Fenton, Mich. / Fenton HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Fenton High School under head coach Jeff Setzke…named second team all-league and most improved player in his senior campaign…helped his team to two district championships…named Academic All-League and a scholar athlete…majoring in Athletic Training…son of Rusty and Jill Mandle….born 05/17/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Layton has great range and athleticism and will only get bigger. He has great ability to make tackles at the line of scrimmage on run plays, but also be in position and make plays in the passing game."

Brad Meredith	6'4" - 255 - DL	Macomb, Mich. / Henry Ford II HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Henry Ford II High School…named first team offensive All-Metro East twice and All-County Tier I defensive team twice…named MAC first team All-Conference White Division and to the Michigan High School All-Star East Team…was named to the MAC All-Academic Team…majoring in Exercise Science…son of David and Kimberly Meredith…born 04/09/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Brad has the unique blend of great size, strength, and athleticism. He is capable of playing inside or outside in our front and makes plays because of his motor, toughness and desire to get to the football."

Davion Mitchell	6'0" - 270 - DL	St. Joseph, Mich. / St. Joseph HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Participated in both football and track at St. Joseph High School…was a team captain in football…a member of honor roll…majoring in Forensics…son of David and Shiree Mitchell…born 01/27/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Davion really impressed us with his quickness and power. He was extremely productive in high school and has a motor that never stops. He gave offensive lineman fits and was a dominant player."

Jared Motley	6'0" - 185 - DB	Okemos, Mich. / Okemos HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Okemos High School under Head Coach Palmer…earned seven varsity letters over four years…holds school records in the 200-meter dash, 4x200, and 4x100-meter relays…earned All-State and all-conference honors in track and field…helped lead the basketball team to a conference championship in 2011…named to the 2011 Football Dream Team…earned all-conference honors for football…major is currently undecided…son of Donovan and Shala Motley…born 5/21/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Jared has great athletic ability and size for a defensive back. He has the coverage skills, ball skills and physical element to fit in well as a corner or a safety, and proved his ability by being a playmaker on offense as well."

Alex Padla	6'1" - 215 - QB	Berrien Springs, Mich. / Berrien Springs HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Was a three sport athlete at Lakeshore High School participating in football, hockey and baseball…transferred to Berrien Springs High his senior year participating in football…helped his team to a league co-championship in hockey in his sophomore season…led the baseball team in runs batted in his junior year and named honorable mention all-conference…named second team all-conference as a quarterback in his junior year for football…named first team all-conference as a quarterback and a safety and second team all-conference as a punter in his senior season…named All-State Honorable Mention as a defensive back…helped his team to two district championships and one regional championship at Lakeshore High School…a member of honor roll for four years and named Academic All-District for baseball…majoring in Pre-Dentistry…son of Dennis and Keren Padla…born 11/20/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Alex is a true dual threat shotgun QB. He showed great toughness in addition to his strong and accurate arm and his ability to make big plays as a runner."

Kyle Ready	6'4" - 245 - DL	Rockwood, Mich. / Gibraltar Carlson HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Gibralter Carlson High School…named all-league and all-region…closed out his senior season being named All-State…majoring in Exercise Science…son of Hilton and Kay Ready…born 11/30/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Kyle has great speed and explosiveness and was dominant off the edge in high school. He is the type of player who sets a great edge vs. the run, but is also a force as a pass rusher. He also showed off his athleticism by returning kicks and making plays with the ball in his hands."

Ramale Roundtree	6'2" - 265 - OL	Muskegon, Mich. / Muskegon HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Muskegon High School…named OK Red Conference Honorable Mention and first team all-area…led his team to an 8-3 record in his senior season…majoring in Criminal Justice…son of Robert and Tonya Roundtree…born 02/24/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Ramale, in addition to being big and strong, is a finisher when it comes to blocking. He possesses a dominating demeanor and it is reflected in the physical manner in which he finishes blocks."

Mike Saba	6'2" - 215 - TE	Sterling Heights, Mich. / Henry Ford II HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Henry Ford II High School under head coach Todd Winters…named all-county and first team All-Metro East…set school records for all-purpose yards and longest punt…a member of honor roll…majoring in Exercise Science…son of Matt and Michelle Saba…born 11/16/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Mike was Ford’s dual threat QB who was a punishing runner when carrying the football. Considering his playmaking ability and his size, strength, and toughness, he will be well suited to play tight end in our offense."

Shawn "Tre" Scott	6'0'' - 185 - DB	Dublin, Ohio / Coffman H.S.	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Dublin Coffman High School under head coach Mark Crabtree...helped lead team to an 8-3 record senior year...named to All-OCC and all-district teams...named to the honor roll and merrit roll...majoring in Excercise Science...son of Shawn and Sharla Scott...born 5/6/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Tre is an explosive player who made big plays as a receiver, a return man and as a defensive back. He is physical with quick feet and great range. He will compete at both the corner or safety positions."

Kyle Swailes	6'2" - 180 - P	Lapeer, Mich. / Lapeer West HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Was a two sport athlete at Lake Orion High participating in football and basketball…was a member of the league, district, regional, and 2010 Division I State Championship football team while at Lake Orion…transferred to Lapeer West High School his senior year where he earned All-Flint Metro League honors at three positions: punter, wide receiver, and cornerback…was named team captain and helped his team qualify for the 2011 State playoffs…earned “Playmaker of the Week” honors in a 30-7 win over crosstown rival Lapeer East High School…was a scholar athlete and on the honor roll…participated in an Anti-Bullying program while also volunteering in “Ma’s Readers” helping special needs children read and socialize…volunteered at the Special Olympics regional competition…looks to major in the health field…son of Terry and Rachel Swailes…born 1/5/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Kyle has an explosive leg as evidenced by his big yards per punt average and is only going to get better once he specializes. He is also an exceptional athlete who played both ways as a receiver and defensive back in high school."

Kyle Tiller	6'4" - 270 - OL	Redford Township, Mich. / Edsel Ford HS	Info

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Edsel High School…participated in both football and basketball…named all-league and all-city in football…major in undecided…son of Jessie and Deanna Tiller…born 08/03/93.

Coach Collins Says: "Kyle showed great athleticism and power as a lineman who was dominant on both sides of the ball in high school. He has the frame to get bigger and the work ethic to make it happen."

Alfonso Vultaggio	5'9" - 175 - WR	Washington, Mich. / Utica Eisenhower HS	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Utica Eisenhower High School…participated in both track and football…named first team all-county and went to the state track meet three times…named first team Mac Red, first team All-East and Mac Red MVP…named first team all-county twice…helped lead his team to two district titles and one regional title…named All-State Dream Team…named All-Academic three times for football…major is undecided…son of Sam and Josie Vultaggio…born 06/18/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Alfonso is a multi-dimensional player who not only proved to be a great playmaker on offense with the ball in his hands, but was an impact player and a big hitter on defense as well. He has great ball skills and brings an element of toughness to the way he plays."

Jake Widmer	6'6" - 260 - OL	Novi, Mich. / Detroit Catholic Central	Highlight Video

Prior to SVSU/Personal: Prepped at Detroit Catholic Central where he participated in both football and basketball…named All-Area North and helped his team to a state championship run in 2009 in football…majoring in Athletic Training…son of John and Patty Widmer…born 02/04/94.

Coach Collins Says: "Jake has great size and quickness for the college game and also possesses the toughness and physical demeanor that we look for in our tackles. He also impressed us with his ability to finish blocks."

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