Jaylyn Tyler is a 6’0″ 180 lbs safety for the McKinley Panthers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jaylyn had a great year for the Panthers adding in 37 total tackles with 26 of them being solo tackles. Adding in an interception and 6 TFL’s, he makes an impact on the field and in the classroom having a 3.1 GPA. Jaylyn is always around the ball making an play, whether it is on defense or special teams. He can run with any receiver, and can come down from his safety spot to make a play in the run game. Check out our Q&A below!
When do you start playing football?
8th grade
What is your favorite thing about playing football?
To be physical
What have you learned the most from your coach?
Discipline
What has been your favorite football memory?
Getting first team all district my first year playing in high school
What sports do you play outside of football?
Basketball
Who is the player you idolize your game after?
Tyrann Mathieu, Sauce Gardner, Micah Hyde and Michael Jenkins
What is your favorite NFL team?
New Orleans Saints. I got to rep my hometown
Who do you consider to be your role model?
My mother
How do you balance school and football?
Locking in to school knowing the good that can come out of it
How do you prepare for a game?
Listening to music, I might do 50 to 100 pushups a game
What is your favorite pregame meal?
Red beans
What is the best aspect of your game?
Tackling
What separates you from others?
My mindset. I feel like when I put my mind to something, there is no one that can outshine or outperform me
What is your definition of being a good teammate?
Supporting your teammates through ups and downs
