Familiar Faces: Former DFW, now Tulane stars return to Dallas Thursday night against SMU
As Tulane prepares to face off against an undefeated SMU on Thursday night, fans might recognize some familiar faces making their return to the DFW-area on Tulane's side of the ball. Texas high school stars return to Dallas as the Green Wave attempts to splash out the Mustangs fire on Thursday. Who will you recognize?
Jaylon Monroe
Jaylon Monroe - Cornerback - West Mesquite
Rated as a two-star prospect coming out of high school, Monroe was a force for West Mesquite. During his senior season, Monroe recorded 30 tackles, two interceptions, and six pass breakups. Offensively, Monroe tallied 63 rushing yards on five carries as well as 313 receiving yards and one touchdown on 21 catches. Monroe also lettered in basketball during all four years of high school.
With Tulane, Monroe has appeared in 53 games where he has recorded a total of 122 tackles. Monroe has tallied 94 solo tackles, 28 tackle assists, 4.5 tackles for a loss, two interceptions, 27 defended passes, and one blocked kick.