A fullback and linebacker at Hartford Union, he is projected to play defensive end at Wisconsin … Ranked as the No. 64 defensive end and the fourth-best in Wisconsin by Rivals.com … First-team all-state, all-region, all-area, all-conference and Washington County (Wis.) defensive player of the year as a junior and senior … Team MVP and captain with 72 tackles, five sacks and one forced fumble as a senior … Chalked-up 130 tackles, seven sacks, one interception and three forced fumbles as a junior … Second-team all-conference with 42 tackles, three sacks, one interception and a forced fumble as a sophomore … Letter-winner in football, basketball, track and field and wrestling.

“This is a new adventure for USA Football, and we are very excited to have Tyler represent not only his country, but also the University of Wisconsin and Hartford High School,” Wisconsin head coach Bret Bielema said. I can’t think of a better individual to represent us than Tyler. His passion for the game and tremendous work ethic will make him a valuable member of Team USA.”