Appalachian State's Gritty Walk-On TE from 2017 Glory Days
Levi Duffield, a former walk-on tight end for the Appalachian State Mountaineers, earned a scholarship before the 2016 season and broke out in 2017 with 11 starts, 6 catches for 97 yards, and 2 TDs—including a 57-yard bomb vs. Savannah State and a diving 20-yarder vs. Wake Forest—showcasing his red-zone tenacity and sure hands. Starting as a high school LB recruit, his position switch highlights elite versatility and work ethic; no recent data post-2017 suggests he's likely graduated, but his underdog story makes him a coach's dream for teams valuing intensity over flash.
