2025 HBCU True Freshman All-American 2nd Team Defense Announced

We’re excited to continue the celebration of outstanding performances with the announcement of the 2025 HBCU True Freshman All-American 2nd Team Defense. These athletes have shown incredible skill and determination throughout the season. Here are the honorees:

Defensive Tackles

• Stantavios Smith – Florida A&M (3⭐ recruit)
• Jordan Harris – Norfolk State
• Dawson Rivers – Norfolk State
• Joel Logan – Alabama A&M
• Quinton Cook – Texas Southern
• Tyler Moore – Tennessee State
• Derek Bing Jr. – Morehouse College
• Derek Drayton – Albany State
• De’Avary Weeks – Albany State

Linebackers

• Quewon Hilliard – Shaw University
• LaCedric Foster – Clark Atlanta University
• Jace Ward – Jackson State
• Michael Matthews – Hampton University
• Andrew Ruffin – Albany State
• Matthew Yafondo – Miles College
• Denzel Johnson – Alabama State
• Jamal Jordan – Grambling State
• Carson Pritchett – Miles College

Defensive Backs

• Jonovan Carr – Albany State
• Justin Bostic – Florida A&M
• Zach Williams – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
• Jalen Chambers – Miles College
• Tyrese Stanley – Morehouse College
• Derrick Thompson – Bethune-Cookman
• Jaden Davis – Bethune-Cookman
• KJ Chisholm – Jackson State
• Stephen Rowser – Morehouse College
• RayQuan Williams – Allen University
• Camari Jones – Tennessee State
• Jordan Milton – Alabama A&M
• Eric Adams – North Carolina Central
• Matthew McKenzie – Bethune-Cookman

Congratulations!

Hats off to these exceptional student-athletes for earning their place on the 2nd Team All-American Defense. We also applaud the HBCU coaches and programs for their continued dedication to developing top-tier talent. Keep up the excellent work!