Tristan Lyles

Position:
Outside Linebacker
Height:
6-1
Weight:
238
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Phenix City, Ala.
High School:
Central Phenix City

HIGH SCHOOL: Was the Rivals Defensive Player of the Year in Alabama, the Alabama Sportswriters Association 7A Lineman of the Year, a two-time Rivals All-American, and a three-time All-State selection...Finished his senior season with an 11-2 record and a region championship at Central in Phenix City, including two playoff victories in Alabama's 7A bracket and a 42-6 victory over 7A finalist Opelika in the regular season. Helped Central win the 2023 title and finish as runner-up in 2024...Finished the season with 84 tackles, 69 of which were solo tackles, and 32 tackles for loss. Also had 20 sacks, 13 hurries and five forced fumbles. Flipped to Jax State after committing to Appalachian State earlier in the year. Had 25 offers, including offers from Auburn, Arkansas, Kentucky, Colorado, Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt, Troy, Liberty, Memphis, and more. Rated as a three-star edge rusher on 247Sports and top-60 in the state of Alabama.

PERSONAL: Son of Adrian and Tracy Lyles...Father played football at Alabama A&M...Business Management major...Has volunteered with the Phenix City Christmas Toy and Bike Giveaway.

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