SALISBURY, NC — Livingstone College Football has officially wrapped up an aggressive, no-nonsense recruiting cycle with the announcement of its Mid-Year Signees and National Signing Day additions. This year's class reflects a clear blueprint: get older, get tougher, get faster, and raise the competitive standard across every position group.

The Blue Bears strategically attacked the transfer portal while continuing to develop their high school pipeline, bringing in proven production, positional versatility, and leadership. The result is a balanced roster built to compete immediately while laying the foundation for long-term success.

Mid-Year Signees

Livingstone wasted no time adding experience, toughness, and depth with a strong group of mid-year enrollees who are already on campus.

• Exzavier Burns – DT
• Travis Burton – Joker (Transfer)
  • D3 First Team All-American
• Xavier Crawford – OL
• Jalon Davis – DB (Transfer)
• Matthew Diaz – OL
• Brandon Edinburgh Jr. – QB (Transfer)
• Jamie Freeney – LB
• Bryan Granger – OL
• Derrick Harris – OL
• Brandon Jeudi – DE
• Maurice McArthur Jr. – DT
• Javier Moss – LB
• Phoenix Moss – RB (Transfer)
• Louisdens Paul – LB
• De'Andre Robinson – OL (Transfer)
• Malachi Ruffin – DB (Transfer)
• Chaz Sturn – WR (Transfer)

This group brings physical maturity, positional flexibility, and game-tested toughness, with several expected to compete for immediate roles this spring.

National Signing Day Additions

The Signing Day class complements the mid-year enrollees with high-upside prospects and key transfer additions.

• Timothy Armstrong – QB
• London Blash – DB
• Ca'Lique Cunningham – WR (Transfer)
• Michael Dasher – OL
• Paul Hendrix – RB
• Nolan Jefferson – OL
• Bryce Nutall – DB (Transfer)
• Bernard Oliva – DT
• Raelon Ray – DT
• Tristan Smith – DB (Transfer)
• Quindarius Thompson – OL
• Erique Robertson – WR
• Connor Langford – QB

This group adds size in the trenches, speed on the perimeter, and increased depth in the quarterback room — all essential areas of emphasis for the program.

Coaches' Comments

Head Coach Sean Gilbert

"This class represents exactly where we're taking Livingstone Football. We targeted competitors — guys who love football, who understand accountability, and who are hungry to win. We addressed the line of scrimmage, added experience through the portal, and brought in young talent that fits our culture. This group raises our standard immediately."

Defensive Coordinator Mike Austin

"Defensively, this is a physical, fast, and versatile group. We added length up front, speed at linebacker, and experience in the secondary. The transfers bring leadership, and the high school signees bring upside. We're building a defense that can dictate the game, not react to it."

Offensive Coordinator Marcel Caver

"We focused on balance and competition. The quarterback room got deeper, the offensive line got stronger, and we added playmakers who can stretch the field and make plays after the catch. This class gives us the flexibility to evolve offensively and positions us to be both explosive and physical."

 

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