The Detroit Lions revamped their roster this offseason with seven new selections in the 2025 NFL draft including Tyleik Williams of the Ohio State Buckeyes and Tate Ratledge of the Georgia Bulldogs.
The Lions’ draft coup has been lauded by fans across the nation as coach Dan Campbell’s team prepares to defend its back-to-back NFC North Division crowns this fall.
This weekend, a Lions post-draft signee was given the spotlight treatment by Michigan native and former New York Yankees superstar Derek Jeter, who offered words of encouragement for the former high school prodigy.
Ohio Bobcats RB Anthony Tyus III hurdles a defender.
Anthony Tyus III hurdles a Jacksonville State Gamecocks defender at Camping World Stadium on December 20, 2025.
“Big congrats to Kalamazoo @JetersLeaders alum Anthony Tyus III, who’s heading to the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent!” Jeter wrote on Facebook.
“Since graduating high school in 2021, he’s played for the Northwestern Wildcats and joined the Ohio Bobcats prior to the 2024 season, where he broke records.
“Following his junior campaign, he even earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition.
“#Turn2 (Derek Jeter’s Foundation) couldn’t be prouder of Anthony’s resilience and leadership, and will be cheering him on in this next step of his football journey.”
Tyus III stands 6-foot-1 and weighs 215 pounds.
He will join a crowded Lions backfield that includes Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery this fall in the Motor City.
Tyus III had 1,215 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns along with 16 receptions for 137 yards and two touchdowns with the Bobcats in Athens, Ohio last season.
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