ANDRE SELDON JR.
Andre Seldon Jr. 5’9″ 190 (247 3*)
2023 (So.) Stats: 55 tackles 3.0 tackles-for-loss 1 INT 8 pass breakups
2022 (RsFr.) Stats: 44 tackles 1.5 tackles-for-loss 1 INT 5 pass breakups 1 blocked kick
2021 (Fr.) Stats: 1 game at the University of Michigan and redshirted
2020 (Fr.) Stats: 1 game at the University of Michigan
Offers from: UNKNOWN
Original offers from: Bowling Green, Central Michigan, Iowa St, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Syracuse, Toledo, Western Michigan.
Primary recruiter: Jalen Ortiz, Nate Dreiling
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Andre Seldon Jr. is a transfer from New Mexico State University who will enter the 2024 season as a junior with two years of eligibility remaining. Last year Seldon Jr. started all 15 games and rolled up 55 tackles, 3.0 tackles-for-loss, 1 interception, and 8 pass breakups. During his 4-year career at New Mexico State and the University of Michigan, he played in 31 games with 28 starts, totaling 96 tackles, 4.5 tackles-for-loss, 2 interceptions, 13 pass breakups, 1 blocked kick, and scored one defensive touchdown.
According to 247sports coming out of Belleville High School (MI), Seldon Jr. was rated as the 161st-best player nationally, the 11th-best cornerback, and the 4th-best player in Michigan. Seldon originally held offers from Bowling Green, Central Michigan, Iowa State, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Syracuse, Toledo, and Western Michigan.
Seldon Jr. is highly competitive and does not back down from challenging bigger receivers at the line. He has a confidence level that will make him successful on the field. He is a playmaker in every sense of the word with excellent intangibles and feel for the game. He has good ball skills and hands. His footwork tight with very little wasted motion and that helps him change direction is at a high level. His fast-twitch ability gives him excellent make-up speed and closing speed. When all that is combined with his instincts and technique he can jump a lot of routes and make a play on the ball.
“I was a lifelong fan of the crimson aggies from Las Cruces before I even knew aggie blue existed. The joy this man single-handedly brought to generations of discouraged NMSU football fans including myself, my friends, and my family was immeasurable. Heartbroken.”
– Aggies0635@aggies0635 –
“Andre Seldon played at NM State in 2022 and 2023. He was adored by literally everyone; teammates, coaches, fans, and the media. Not many people I’ve covered that I thought as highly of as I did of Andre. Great player, so insightful and so genuine a person. I will miss him. RIP.”
– Journalist/Sports Anchor Collin Deaver –
“It seem like yesterday we was just on our official visit here together, fly high
@AndreSeldonjr 🕊️. I know you still going be watching over us.”
– Utah State Defensive Tackle Collin Vaughn –
“You were so loved by everyone you encountered. Your smile, your passion, and your unconditional love for others was truly one of a kind. We all love you and will always keep your legacy alive. Rest easy Andre.”
– Utah State Linebackers Coach Bobby McMillen –
“8 ball, Donut, Dre, Big Dre, the man of many nicknames. You are one of the best people I ever met. You lit up any room you walked into. People gravitated towards you and loved being around you. I pray for your family and loved ones. I love you Big Dre”
– Utah State Cornerback Coach Jalen Ortiz –
“Not sure I ever had a conversation with Andre where I didn’t end up smiling. One of the best people I have ever been around. He meant so much to so many and always made you feel better when you were around him. Such a bright light in this world with his smile. Love you bud”
– Utah State Interim Head Coach Nate Dreiling –
“We’re gonna be good this year trust”
– Andre Seldon Jr. –
RIP. God be with his family. Thank you for this amazing article 🙏
Thanks for this fine article! Godspeed to Andre on his next adventures. Keep playing at a high level with great focus and purpose!