Louisiana: Interview with Breaux Bridge Class of 2017 Linebacker and Safety Tylar Wiltz

Written by Charlie Beuttel

Twitter: @charlie_cds3

Breaux Bridge High School, located 10 miles east of Lafayette, had an up and down season in 2015 with the Tigers going 5-5 suffering a tough 39-17 loss to Franklinton in the first round of the 4A state playoffs.

Despite the .500 record, the season could have been better for Breaux Bridge as two of their losses were by a touchdown. One of the bright spots of the season for the Tigers was the play of their defense as the squad only gave up 17.5 points per game.

One of the leaders of this lock down unit was Tylar Wiltz who spent time at linebacker and strong safety. The 6’0”, 187 pound, play maker had a monster junior campaign as he racked up 112 tackles, 10 tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles and one sack. After the season, Wiltz was named first team All-District.

The class of 2017 recruit already has two college offers and is drawing interest by attending college camps and going on several college visits during the offseason.

This summer, Wiltz has been honing his craft by working on the practice field and in the weight room to become a better leader and player for his team. Wiltz also works hard in the classroom where he currently has a 3.94 GPA and has plans to study in pharmacy in college.

In an exclusive Recruiting News Guru interview, I sat down with Tylar to discuss his junior and senior seasons at Breaux Bridge and his recruiting process.

Interview

Tylar, what are your thoughts on the 2015 season?

“I feel the season was okay. I feel we lost out early due to a lack of hard work but this year it is going to be a whole different story.”

What are your thoughts on your individual performance?

“I had a good season. I feel that I could have also worked harder and gone that extra mile to make my team better.”

What are your strengths on the football field?

“I’m quick. I move to the ball at every cost. I make plays. I can cover and move sideline to sideline extremely well.”

What are your stats from last year?

“112 tackles, 10 tackles for a loss, two forced fumbles and one sack.”

Did you receive any individual honors?

“First team All-District in district 4-5A.”

Have you gone to any camps?

“I’ve been to a varsity prep camp, Baton Rouge under the lights camp, Louisiana-Lafayette, the Louisiana-Mississippi All-American combine, and LSU.”

Do you have any offers?

“University of Arkansas-Monticello and Kentucky Christian University.”

Have you gone on any visits?

“LSU and Louisiana-Lafayette.”

How are you preparing for your senior season?

“Going to camps, hitting the weights hard, and pushing my team as hard as I push myself so we can be great together.”

How does your team look going into the season?

“We have a lot of work that needs to be done but when the season comes we will be strong both offensively and defensively.”

Have you set any goals for the upcoming season?

“To be first team All-District, first team All-State and try to become an All-American. Also to get a ring on my finger.”

What is your fastest 40 yard dash time?

“4.59.”

What is your current GPA?

“3.94.”

What do you want to study in college?

“Pharmacy.”

Thank you for your time.

“Thank you, sir.”

Photo credits: theadvertiser.com; No. 5 Tylar Wiltz