TE 
Vance Bolyard- Duke 
Vance Bolyard fits Tulane as a 6’5”, 240-pound prototypical tight end with elite blocking pedigree, mismatch athleticism in the passing game, and untapped receiving upside who immediately shores up a depleted TE room while adding special teams depth and physicality to the run game. 
He’s a rising redshirt junior transfer from Duke (ACC) who committed in January 2026, via the portal. A three-star high school recruit (No. 23 TE nationally per ESPN) out of Northern Guilford HS in Greensboro, NC, he has multiple years of eligibility remaining. 
Athletic Profile and Scheme Fit: Tulane’s offense (under head coach Will Hall and tight ends coach Tyler Spotts-Orgeron) relies on tight ends who excel in-line as blockers to support the run game, while providing mismatch opportunities in the pass game, especially in the red zone and on intermediate routes. Bolyard is a perfect scheme match: 
• Size and blocking prowess: At 6’5”/240, he’s a “high-level blocker” who isn’t afraid to mess someone up in the run game. His frame and physicality make him an ideal in-line end who can dominate at the point of attack. 
• Mismatch athleticism: Bolyard describes himself as a “mismatch” weapon, “If you get a linebacker on me, I’m too fast, and if you get a safety or a corner on me, I can bully them.” Scouts note flashes as a pass catcher on tape, giving him upside as a move TE or flexed option (Y-TE). 
• Versatility and intangibles: Multi-sport HS background (basketball and lacrosse) plus proven special teams contributor at Duke (valuable member in 2025) add immediate starter potential and football IQ. Tulane values TEs who can contribute across phases, and his frame/speed combo fits perfectly into their explosive concepts. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

OT 
Aiden Martin 6-5/295 Tulsa, OK 
Aiden Martin is a promising offensive tackle prospect from the Class of 2026. 
Hailing from Berryhill High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Martin brings a solid frame and multi-sport background to the table, making him an intriguing developmental piece for college programs. 
He has experience playing both offensive and defensive line positions during his high school career, showcasing versatility along the trenches. 
His athletic profile is enhanced by participation in basketball and shot put throws, which contribute to his overall coordination and explosiveness. 
Long-limbed with a projectable frame ideal for an offensive tackle. He has the length to engage defenders at the point of attack and the base to anchor against bull rushes. 
His multi-sport involvement hints at above-average lateral quickness and footwork for his size. 
Scouting Report: 
Versatility: Experience on both sides of the ball allows him to understand defensive techniques, which translates to better anticipation in pass sets and run schemes. He shows good initial quickness off the snap and the ability to mirror edge rushers. 
Frame and Upside: At 6-5 with long arms, Martin has the ideal build for a college tackle. He can add 20-30 lbs without losing mobility, projecting well in a zone-blocking system. 
Athleticism: Basketball background provides fluid movement and balance, helping in second-level blocking and recovering against speed rushers. His highlights demonstrate solid leverage and hand placement in drive blocks. 
Motor and Toughness: Plays with a high effort level, finishing blocks through the whistle. Effective in pulling assignments and combo blocks in the run game. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

OL Andre Amos Jr 6-5/317 
Andre Amos Jr. (also known as AJ Amos) is an interior offensive lineman from Germantown High School in Germantown, Tennessee, class of 2026. 
He initially committed to UAB but decommitted on November 27, 2025, before flipping to Tulane on December 3, 2025, during his signing day ceremony. 
Amos chose Tulane over other offers, citing the program’s family atmosphere and development opportunities. 
He is a multi-position lineman who played guard and defensive tackle in high school, showcasing physicality and leadership on a Germantown team that finished 7-4 in the 2025 season. 
Amos has leadership qualities noted as influential among teammates. He projects as an interior offensive lineman at the college level. 
Scouting Report: 
Power and Anchor: Massive frame provides a strong base to handle interior pressure; excels at absorbing contact and maintaining leverage in the run game. 
Versatility: Experience at guard and defensive tackle shows adaptability; could contribute in multiple line spots early in college. 
Leadership: Natural leader who motivates teammates; signing day speech highlighted his maturity and team-first mentality. 
Physicality: Aggressive in engagements, with potential for dominant run blocking once refined. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

WR Bredell Richardson- UCF 
Bredell Richardson fits Tulane as a versatile, high-upside WR with four-star pedigree, polished route-running, elite ball skills (contested catch specialist), YAC explosiveness, and special teams value who adds immediate depth and competition to a revamped receiver room. 
He’s a 6-1, 190-pound redshirt sophomore transfer from UCF (Big 12) who committed in mid-January 2026 via the portal (entered Dec. 17, 2025). A four-star recruit (247Sports #93 WR nationally, top-370 overall) out of Carrollwood Day School in Tampa, FL, he has three years of eligibility left. Athletic Profile and Scheme Fit: Tulane prioritizes receivers who win with precise routes, create separation, haul in contested catches, generate yards after catch on short-to-intermediate throws, and stretch the field while contributing on special teams. Richardson checks every box as a developmental piece with proven high school production and P4 experience. 
Route-running and separation: Clean, precise routes (especially outside) that allow him to get open quickly, ideal for Tulane’s underneath and intermediate concepts. 
Ball skills and physicality: Excellent hands, body control, and leaping ability; he excels in 50/50 situations and contested catches thanks to his frame and athleticism. 
Explosiveness and versatility: Speed/agility to turn short completions into long gains (YAC threat), plus potential as a deep threat or slot option. Two-way HS experience (WR/free safety) and basketball/track background (shooting guard, long jump, 4x100) show football IQ, multi-positional value, and special teams upside (punt returns at UCF). 
Overall traits: Electric in open space with good hands on contested balls, exactly the kind of playmaker Tulane has targeted in the portal to complement quicker slot types or bigger outside threats like Gabe Daniels. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X

TE 
Colby Simpson 
Simpson possesses prototypical size for a modern tight end, with long arms and a lean, projectable frame that college strength programs can build upon. 
At 6-5/6-6 and 225 lbs, he has the height to be a mismatch in the red zone and the wingspan to high-point balls over defenders. His athleticism is evident from his two-way play at Oaks Christian, where he contributed on defense as a sophomore (2023 season: 40 tackles, 1 sack in 12 games). He was among the “eye catchers” at the Redlands Mega Camp in summer 2023, demonstrating fluid movement and explosiveness for his size. 
Physically, Simpson moves well for a big-bodied TE, with good straight-line speed and the ability to accelerate after the catch. 
His frame suggests he could bulk up to 245-255 lbs in college, enhancing his blocking prowess while maintaining receiving upside. Camp performances indicate above-average agility and body control. 
1st Team: All Marmonte League Receiver, All County Receiver, and Oaks Christian Receiver of the year.  
Scouting Report: 
Receiving and Route Running: Simpson shows soft hands and the ability to make contested catches, using his height to box out smaller defenders. He runs crisp routes for his size, particularly on seams, posts, and curls, where he can leverage his stride length. After the catch, he has decent yards-after-contact (YAC) ability due to his size and balance, though he isn’t a burner who will outrun secondaries. 
Blocking: One of his stronger suits, given his defensive background. He engages well at the point of attack, using leverage and hand placement to sustain blocks in the run game. In pass protection, he can anchor against edge rushers but needs to add strength to handle Power 5-level defensive linemen consistently. 
Athleticism and Versatility: High-level body control and coordination, allowing him to adjust to off-target throws. His two-way experience (TE/DE) points to football IQ and toughness. He thrives in mismatch situations, splitting out wide or in the slot to exploit linebackers or safeties. Strengths 
Size and Frame: Ideal height/weight combo with room to grow; a red-zone threat who can win 50/50 balls. 
Versatility: Can line up inline, in the slot, or even detached; defensive experience adds edge and physicality. 
Hands and Ball Skills: Reliable catcher with strong concentration in traffic. 
Blocking Prowess: Willing and effective blocker who can contribute immediately in run-heavy offenses. 
Upside: Camp standout with raw tools that could flourish in a college system; nearly 20 offers from Power 4 programs (e.g., Arkansas, Baylor, Illinois, Louisville, Mississippi State, Minnesota, Purdue, Cal, Utah, Oregon State, Washington, Wake Forest) indicate high developmental potential. #RollWave Make sure to follow Patrick Harkness on X