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==Early years== | ==Early years== | ||
| − | AJ Lattimer was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 14, 2005. He is the oldest son of Aaron and Michelle Lattimer. AJ has two siblings, a younger brother (Adam) and an older sister (Michaela) | + | AJ Lattimer was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 14, 2005. He is the oldest son of Aaron and Michelle Lattimer. AJ has two siblings, a younger brother (Adam) and an older sister (Michaela). |
| − | AJ attended Central High School in Newark, NJ, where he was an All-State discus thrower on the track team and Defensive Captain of the football team as a defensive lineman. Lattimer accepted a scholarship to the University of Iowa following his senior season. Iowa was the only school from a 'Power 5' conference to offer Lattimer a scholarship. | + | As devout Catholics, the Lattimer family could be found at St. John's Roman Catholic Church every Sunday. AJ is baptised and credits many of his acheivements to his faith and love of God. |
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| + | AJ attended Central High School in Newark, NJ, where he was an All-State discus thrower on the track team and Defensive Captain of the football team as a defensive lineman. Although he broke various school records, Lattimer was lightly recruited and only earned a 2-star rating from Rivals. After being passed over by many schools, Lattimer finally accepted a scholarship to the University of Iowa following his senior season. Iowa was the only school from a 'Power 5' conference to offer Lattimer a scholarship. | ||
==College career== | ==College career== | ||
| − | As a freshman at the University of Iowa in 2024, Lattimer didn't see the field often, only making 9 tackles with 1 tackle for a loss. | + | As a freshman at the University of Iowa in 2024, Lattimer didn't see the field often, only making 9 tackles with 1 tackle for a loss. In his limited opportunities, AJ impressed coaches with his play. |
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| + | Lattimer took on a bigger role as a sophomore, contributing 32 tackles, 5 sacks, and a forced fumble while splitting snaps as a rotational player. AJ was an important factor in what was an outlier year for Iowa, in which they went 11-2. Lattimer's only forced fumble came during the 4th quarter of the Rose Bowl after a critical sack in the opponent's territory. Iowa would recover in field goal range, only to miss a kick in the final seconds of play, causing them to lose 23-21. | ||
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| + | During his junior campaign, Lattimer became a full-time starter, playing the best football in his career. AJ racked up 69 tackles, 8.5 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles. He led the team in sacks and earned 2nd-team All-Big Ten honors while also being a semi-finalist for the Bronko Nagurski award. After winning the Outback Bowl against Mississippi State, Lattimer officially declared for the DSFL draft. | ||
==College career statistics== | ==College career statistics== | ||
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 AJ Lattimer, American Football Player | |
| No. 93 – NONE | |
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| Position: | Nose Tackle |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | February 14, 2005 (aged 56) Newark, New Jersey |
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 307 lb (139 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Central High School |
| College: | The University of Iowa |
| Career history | |
| Roster status: | Active |
AJ Michael Lattimer (born February 14, 2005) is an American football nose tackle for the NONE of the National Simulation Football League (X). He played college football for The University of Iowa (Iowa) and has declared his intent to enter the professional ranks next season.
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Early years
AJ Lattimer was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 14, 2005. He is the oldest son of Aaron and Michelle Lattimer. AJ has two siblings, a younger brother (Adam) and an older sister (Michaela).
As devout Catholics, the Lattimer family could be found at St. John's Roman Catholic Church every Sunday. AJ is baptised and credits many of his acheivements to his faith and love of God.
AJ attended Central High School in Newark, NJ, where he was an All-State discus thrower on the track team and Defensive Captain of the football team as a defensive lineman. Although he broke various school records, Lattimer was lightly recruited and only earned a 2-star rating from Rivals. After being passed over by many schools, Lattimer finally accepted a scholarship to the University of Iowa following his senior season. Iowa was the only school from a 'Power 5' conference to offer Lattimer a scholarship.
College career
As a freshman at the University of Iowa in 2024, Lattimer didn't see the field often, only making 9 tackles with 1 tackle for a loss. In his limited opportunities, AJ impressed coaches with his play.
Lattimer took on a bigger role as a sophomore, contributing 32 tackles, 5 sacks, and a forced fumble while splitting snaps as a rotational player. AJ was an important factor in what was an outlier year for Iowa, in which they went 11-2. Lattimer's only forced fumble came during the 4th quarter of the Rose Bowl after a critical sack in the opponent's territory. Iowa would recover in field goal range, only to miss a kick in the final seconds of play, causing them to lose 23-21.
During his junior campaign, Lattimer became a full-time starter, playing the best football in his career. AJ racked up 69 tackles, 8.5 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles. He led the team in sacks and earned 2nd-team All-Big Ten honors while also being a semi-finalist for the Bronko Nagurski award. After winning the Outback Bowl against Mississippi State, Lattimer officially declared for the DSFL draft.
College career statistics
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Professional career
| Ht | Wt | 40‑yd dash | 20‑ss | 3‑cone | Vert jump | Broad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
307 lb (139 kg) |
Professional career statistics
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Achievements and records
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