TJ Tillman brings size, versatility, and early playmaking buzz to UTEP’s secondary
In the 2025 season, freshman CB TJ Tillman played in 11 games with three starts for UTEP and finished with 12 total tackles, showing the kind of early trust coaches give to a long, versatile defensive back[1][2]. At 6-foot-0 and 165 pounds, he’s been praised for his multi-phase background, strong early camp momentum, and ability to compete with energy after arriving as one of UTEP’s better-regarded recruiting adds[4][11]. He looks like a fit for teams wanting a developmental corner with upside, athletic confidence, and a higher ceiling than the box score alone suggests[1][4][11].
