Dayton’s Declan Boutross: big-bodied young tackle with leadership roots
In the 2024 season, Declan Boutross was a redshirt freshman offensive lineman at Dayton who did not see game action, but his profile screams developmental upside: 6-foot-4, about 299 pounds, with a background as a three-year varsity letterwinner and senior team captain. Dayton’s own bio highlights a Marty Leoni Award, which recognizes integrity, commitment to athletic and academic excellence, and leadership—good signs for a future line anchor. He also earned 2024 PFL Academic Honor Roll recognition, making him a steady, high-character fit for a program that values size, discipline, and growth.
