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UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER YELLOWJACKETS
2020 Football Hampshire Honor Society Members
(L-R): Tyler Tanen, Devin Woodyard, Jordan Caviness

Three UR Football Players Named to Hampshire Honor Society

4/15/2020 5:30:00 PM

Three seniors from the University of Rochester continued a tradition of academic and athletic success when they were named to the Hampshire Honor Society by the National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame.
 
The seniors are defensive back Jordan Caviness (Liverpool, N.Y./Liverpool H.S.), wide receiver Tyler Tanen (Morganville, N.J./Marlboro H.S.), and defensive lineman Devin Woodyard (Rochester, N.Y./Brighton H.S.).
 
Players are eligible for selection once they have completed the senior season on the gridiron. They must compile a grade point average of 3.20 or higher and be a starter. This year, a total of 1,451 players were selected, representing 365 schools. The teams are broken down by division.
 
In 10 games in 2019, Caviness had seven solo tackles and 10 assists. He intercepted two passes and broke up one more. He blocked one kick. He is a mechanical engineering major.
 
Tanen finished tied for second place in total receptions. He caught 28 balls for 237 yards and three touchdowns. He is majoring in economics.
 
Woodyard presented a sizeable challenge for opposing linemen. He used his 6'9" frame to finish with 31 total tackles (18 primary, 13 assisted). He led the team in tackles for loss with 11 (for 55 yards). He was the sack leader with 5.5 for 40 yards in losses. He had one pass breakup, three quarterback hurries, one forced fumble, and one blocked kick. He is majoring in mechanical engineering. He was named Second Team All-Liberty League at season's end.
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