Tyson McPherson, a 2027 Senior at Rickards High School, proves to be a versatile player while managing H-back and Tight End positions. As a 6’0, 265 lb athlete with a 3.6 GPA, McPherson recently changed positions from OL/DL to H-back/Tight End. This change is great for Tyson, as he still gets to block and tackle, but gets the ball occasionally. Tyson McPherson has been honored at the FSU Quarterback Club three times, received an offer from Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA, and will be playing in the Gridiron Bowl Game this December.
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Q&A with Tyson McPherson
What are your current goals for the upcoming season?
“I really want to go to the National Football State Championship, win FSU Quarterback Club at least twice, lead in most tackles for loss and sacks in my area, and be a leader overall”
What’s your plan after high school?
“I want to go to college and play football. I plan to major in sports medicine.”
What’s one of your favorite on-field moments?
“Probably this year when I scored.”
What’s something unique to your football team?
“We’re a brotherhood. Our bond goes beyond the football field and beyond school. It’s an everyday life and a family.”
What’s your favorite part about your position?
“Mainly still being able to block and tackle, while getting the ball from time to time”
What does being invited to the Gridiron Bowl Game and other invite opportunities mean to you?
“It means a lot to me. I’m undersized for my position, so I’m grateful for the opportunity to show my power and intensity. I have the opportunity to prove I can still do what other players do”
What do you feel you can bring to a college-level program?
“Hard work, intensity, a leader, and all around being a dog”
How has football impacted your life?
“Really, with football, it teaches life skills. Football has taught me many life lessons. It’s hard, but it’s something I really love. Football teaches you to keep pushing when things are hard because you want it. It really teaches you to keep pushing through anything.
What’s your favorite NFL team?
“The New Orleans Saints.”
Who’s your favorite NFL player?
“Aaron Donald.”