Ty Cortes is emerging as Penn’s tone-setting DB
In the 2025 season, Ty Cortes has developed from a special-teams contributor into one of Penn’s most active defensive backs, earning honorable mention All-Ivy after finishing second on the team with 72 tackles and adding a first career interception in the finale. He’s a physical, reliable tackler with good range, and the fact that Penn coaches trusted him into a full-time role says a lot about his football IQ and competitiveness. If your team wants a DB who plays fast, strikes hard, and keeps showing up on Saturdays, Cortes is a strong fit.
