UNLV's Ironman Tackle Turned CFL Royalty
Tiger Shanks, a 6'5", 325-pound Canadian-born powerhouse, etched UNLV history with 51 career starts at right tackle, earning back-to-back First-Team All-Mountain West honors in 2023-2024—the first Rebel O-lineman ever—and powering an 11-3 squad with elite pass protection (just 1 sack allowed in 410 snaps per PFF).[1][5] Battle-tested with minimal injuries, his sky-high football IQ, versatility across tackle/guard, and relentless intensity make him a culture-fit winner; drafted 5th overall by Montreal Alouettes in 2025 CFL Draft, he's primed to dominate pro trenches—grab this rare Asian-American trailblazer if you need a ratio-breaker who elevates lines instantly![2][8]
