Howard University Inks 23 on National Signing Day

WASHINGTON, D.C -- The Howard University Football team announces 23 athletes who signed their National Letter of Intent, making their decision to become a Bison official.

"It's a class of 23," stated Head Coach Mike London. "We're excited that the class represents kids from 14 different states, eight from the DMV area. We tried to address the needs on offense and defense and position needs with four wide receivers, three really good running backs, a tight end, and an inside interior player."

He continued, "On defense we have athletes in , two safeties and and two corners. We have to have guys that can cover. We have to have pass rushers, and that is important to us along with the two linebackers that we signed. 

Also this class includes a punt returner and and kick returner. If you have a chance to go to the links and see their huddles, and accomplishments, you'll see some dynamic and athletic guys. We are really excited about the class, and we will also be adding Caylin Newton, we are excited about that addition as well." 

He concluded, "For what it's worth, we have the Number 1 recruiting class in the MEAC." 

Howard University announces the signing of the following players to National Letter of Intent:

Branden Johnson    C          6'2      285     Good Counsel (MD)  @Brandenj43    HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/3382217/branden-johnson

Jamonne Williams   RB      5'9      178     Desoto (TX)  @TD_Machine25            HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/4807541/jamonne-williams

Jaelin Ferdinand      WR     6'1      170     Madison Academy (AL) @jdotfer        HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/2929083/jaelin-ferdinand

Jordan Aley             RB       5'8      160     King George (VA) @Aley_Kurlyy         HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/2904764/jordan-fabio-aley

Antoine Murray       WR      6'0      180     Miramar (FL) @Nikeboitj                       HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/5658784/antoine-murray

Malik Hyatt               TE       6'2      215     Ashbrook (NC) @Deandrelik                HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/5659969/malik-hyatt

David Terrell Jr.        WR     5'11    180     Loyola Academy (IL) @DavidT8398    HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/1255942/david-terrell-jr

Quinton Hill              RB      6'0      200     Thomas Jefferson (PA) @Qhill32        HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/2793399/quinton-hill

Saevon Dinkins        OL      6'3      265     St Charles (MD) @saevon_dinkins      HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/4113317/saevon-dinkins

Jordan Scott             ATH   5'6      163     St Joseph Regional (NJ) @Jordan1Scott  HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/4082265/jordan-scott

Justin Dooley           WR     6'1      180     Lee's Summit West (MO) @_JD10_    HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/2871640/justin-dooley

Caylin Newton         QB      5'11    185     Grady HS (GA)  @NewtonCaylin           HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/2929037/caylin-newton

Tye Freeland            S         5'11    175     Dinwiddie (VA) @TFree_3                    HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/3480431/tye-freeland

Brian Witter             LB       6'1      220     Miramar (FL) @D1Blow                         HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/5241747/brian-witter

Taejon Gray             CB      6'0      170     Thomas Stone (MD) @_grayera1          HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/4217559/taejon-gray

Aaron Walker          S          5'11    195     Friendship (DC)  @FlyGuyAaronn         HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/3187990/aaron-walker

Tyree Leonard         DE       6'2      220     Mt. Zion (GA)  @emperor_leonard         HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/4603872/tyree-leonard

Samaj Everett          LB       6'1      220     Paramus Catholic (NJ) @CallMe_MajiB HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/5406432/semaj-everett

Aaron Motley           DE       6'2      243     Highland Springs (VA) @amotley60      HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/3954065/aaron-motley

Bryan Cook              CB      6'0      165     Mt. Healthy (OH) @bcook1199                HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/4029338/bryan-cook

Malcolm Johnson    S         5'10    165     Flowers (MD)    @malcolmdoeee            HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/profile/4119998/malcolm-johnson

James Newell           DE      6'2      245     Buchtel (OH)    @jvmes55                      HUDL:https://www.hudl.com/profile/4373733/james-newell

Jayson Robinson    CB      5'11    160     Dominion (VA) @jrobinson118                HUDL: http://www.hudl.com/profile/4675679/jayson-robinson

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