Clutch DIII Star, Not Akron's Current QB
T.J. DeShields, a redshirt sophomore QB from Akron's recruiting class, transferred to Mount Union, where he shone in 2024 with starts in 11 games including the Stagg Bowl and 15 total TDs; his poise under pressure—delivering a game-winning 27-yard TD strike with 32 seconds left—marks him as a clutch performer with high school pedigree as a dual-threat leader. No longer with the Zips, he's a proven winner ideal for teams needing intense, battle-tested QB depth, though his DIII stats (76 pass yds in limited 2024 action per ESPN) suggest adaptation potential to higher levels.
