
Explosive former high-school playmaker looking to carve out a bigger role at Austin Peay
In the 2025 season, Tae Gayden has been a limited contributor at Austin Peay, finishing with 1 catch for 8 yards, but his profile still screams upside: at Mangham High, he was a high-volume big-play receiver with 793 yards and 27 catches in 2020-21, averaging a hefty 29.4 yards per catch. That tells you he’s a vertical threat who can flip field position in a hurry. For a team needing speed, splash potential, and a receiver with proven chunk-play ability, Gayden is the kind of developmental fit worth watching.





