
Texas Southern DL Powerhouse Flying Under the Radar
Ashton Wilder, a relentless defensive lineman for the Texas Southern Tigers, stands out with his explosive first-step quickness and non-stop motor, consistently disrupting SWAC backfields—watch his Hudl highlights from high school at Huntington, WV, where he dominated with gap-shooting tenacity. In the 2025 season, he's been a rotational force with 4.5 sacks and 12 TFLs through mid-season, per team stats, thriving in high-intensity snaps without injury setbacks. His blue-collar intensity and football IQ make him a perfect fit for teams needing gritty, scheme-versatile depth who punches above his FCS weight class.