AJ Lattimer

AJ Lattimer

AJ Lattimer, American Football Player
No. 93 – Portland Pythons
Position:	Nose Tackle
Personal information
Born:	(2005-02-14)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
DSFL Draft:	2027  / Round: 8 / Pick: 45
Career history
Roster status:	Active

AJ Michael Lattimer (born January 14, 2005) is an American football nose tackle for the Portland Pythons of the Developmental Simulation Football League (DSFL). He played college football for The University of Iowa (Iowa) and has declared his intent to enter the professional ranks next season.

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 2027, 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

Team	Position	Tackles	Tackles for Loss	Sacks	Forced Fumbles	Fumble Recoveries	Interceptions	Pass Deflections
Iowa Hawkeyes	DT	110	25	13.5	4	2	0	8

Professional career

AJ Lattimer was selected with the 45th pick in the 8th round of the Season 14 DSFL draft by the Portland Pythons.

Pre-draft measurables

Ht	Wt	40‑yd dash	20‑ss	3‑cone	Vert jump	Broad	BP	Wonderlic
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)	307 lb (139 kg)	4.52 s	4.68 s	7.92 s	24.3 in (0.62 m)	107 ft 4 in (32.72 m)	43 reps	20

Professional career statistics

Year	Team	Position	Tackles	Tackles for Loss	Sacks	Forced Fumbles	Fumble Recoveries	Interceptions	Pass Deflections
2030	Portland Pythons	DT	22	1	0	0	0	0	0

Professional career playoff statistics

Year	Team	Position	Tackles	Tackles for Loss	Sacks	Forced Fumbles	Fumble Recoveries	Interceptions	Pass Deflections
2030	Portland Pythons	DT	6	0	0	0	0	0	0

Achievements and records

- S14 Ultimini Champion (Portland Pythons)

- S14 DSFL Pro Bowl (NFC)