Arizona Football Class of 2019: Signing Day commitment recap

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TUCSON, AZ – NOVEMBER 24: Head coach Kevin Sumlin of the Arizona Football  Wildcats watches from the sideline during second half action of a college football game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Arizona Stadium on November 24, 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images)
TUCSON, AZ – NOVEMBER 24: Head coach Kevin Sumlin of the Arizona Football  Wildcats watches from the sideline during second half action of a college football game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Arizona Stadium on November 24, 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) /

It’s Arizona Football Signing Day! Let’s introduce you to the Zona inked Class of 2019 who all signed early!

Wednesday brought us the second signing day for Arizona Football who officially added a number of commits. The “#EraZona19” 2019 class is complete with 20 commits, and Arizona is continuing to “#BuildingTheA.”

DEFENSE:

Name: Bobby Wolfe

Position: Cornerback
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1-inch, 180-pounds
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Other Offers: Decommitted from Texas A&M in October 2018, Arkansas, Ole Miss and Baylor
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote: 

"“A highly recruited elite athlete who can make an impact in the secondary. He is a rangy player that displays solid coverage ability with exceptional ball skills.” – John Rushing, safeties coach"

Name: Trevon Mason

Position: Defensive Lineman
Height/Weight: 6-foot-5, 280-pounds
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
Other Offers:  Coming from JUCO
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote: 

"“A big body that brings maturity and experience. Gets off the ball and uses his hands well. Should be able to contribute early.” – Joe Gilbert, offensive line coach"

Name: Derrion Clark 

Position: Linebacker
Height/Weight: 6-foot-1, 220-pounds
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Other Offers: Alabama A&M, Jackson State, Northwestern State
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote: 

"“Derrion is a physical, downhill player. He loves the contact part of the game. Playing defensive line in the past has helped him with taking on blocks and using his hands. He has a great understanding of the game and will fit perfectly in our defense.” – Marcel Yates, defensive coördinator"

Name: Kane Bradford

Position: Defensive Lineman
Height/Weight: 6-foot-5, 270-pounds
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Other Offers:  Baylor, Grambling State, Navy
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote: 

"“Kane has a big interior body that adds needed size and strength to our defensive line. He has great range and size to play both the run and the pass rush.” – Iona Uiagalalei, defensive line coach"

Name: Kwabena Watson

Position: Outside Lineman
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 225-pounds
Hometown: Fresno, California
Other Offers:   LSU, Mississippi State, Nevada, Fresno State
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote: 

"“Long, athletic defensive end that has great ‘get off’ and a knack for getting to th quarterback. Was a top wrestler in high school, so he knows about leverage and body control.”"

Name: Jaxen Turner

Position: Defensive Back
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 185-pounds
Hometown: Perris, California
Other Offers:    ASU, Boise State, California, Dartmouth
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote:

"“Jaxen is an elite two-sport athlete. He has a tremendous upside and is capable of playing multiple positions in the secondary. He has the potential to become a dominate player in the Pac-12.” – John Rushing, safeties coach"

Name: Chris Roland

Position: Corner Back
Height/Weight: 6-foot-0, 190-pounds
Hometown: Palmdale, California
Other Offers:    New Mexico, Oregon State, San Jose State, Nevada
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote:

"“A very underrated and versatile athlete. He is a true defensive back that can play any skill position on the field. He is a great young man with an old soul and hunger to be elite!”"

Name:  Maurice Gaines Jr.

Position: Corner Back
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 193-pounds
Hometown: Oakland, California
Other Offers:   Arkansas, Baylor, Cincinnati, Florida Atlantic
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote:

"“Maurice is a defensive back that can play multiple spots and he loves to ball! He understands and loves the game and welcomes hard work.” – Demetrice Martin, corner backs coach"

Name: Eddie Siaumau

Position: Saftey
Height/Weight: 6-foot-3, 215-pounds
Hometown: Pago Pago, American Samoa
Other Offers:   ASU, Oregon, USC, Utah
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote:

"“This young man is very rangy. He played all over the field in high school so he can play in space and make plays at multiple positions on defense.” – Marcel Yates, defensive coordinator"

Name: Myles Tapusoa

Position: Defensive Line
Height/Weight: 6-foot-2, 326-pounds
Hometown: Rose Park, Utah
Other Offers:   Houston, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon
Signed: Early December 19, 2018

Coaches Quote:

"“Myles brings a football maturity to the room. He is explosive and uses his hands, can be very effective against the run and in the pass game.” – Iona Uiagalelei, defensive line coach"