After a successful COVID shortened 2020 college football season for the Broncos, the Western Michigan University coaches turned their attention to the 2021 recruiting class, receiving 19 signed National Letters of Intent on December 16. Below is a recap of the 2021 Bronco signees. (There are no early enrollees as of now, with some still planning to play their high school senior season in the spring.)
“Athletic tight end who is a receiving threat with natural catching ability and is a tough blocker. Kadinn comes to us from a high school that has a reputation of being tough, and he has a great work ethic. Kadinn is a multi-sport athlete who has been a leader for his teams, especially during these uncertain times and is a great addition to the TE room.” -Tim Lester
“An electric playmaker with great hands! A member of the Elkhart football team that won the NIC championship, with a record of 9-1. As a senior, he had 393 rushing yards and 5 rush TDs PLUS 36 catches for 678 yards and six TDs. We’re excited to add his duel threat ability to the WR room.” -Tim Lester
“Big, athletic, physical offensive tackle. Plays with great strength and will impose his will on his opponents. Has the feet and change-of-direction to dance on the edge in pass protection. His size and length are strong assets for the tackle position. Excellent work ethic!”
“Big, athletic, tough offensive tackle. Has excellent athletic ability for his size and length. Three-sport athlete, with good change-of-direction! Physical run blocker and pass protector, strong skill set that will transition well to the collegiate game. Excellent leader!” -Tim Lester
“Zahir showed everything that your looking for in a running back: Vision, ability to stick his foot in the ground, twitch and an edge to him. He is a Gold Glove boxer, with a supportive family that pushed him. I am excited to have Zahir join our program, and looking forward to what he will bring to the running back room.” -Tim Lester
“He has a big body that can play all four positions on the defensive line. Comes from a great family, has incredible enthusiasm for the game, and captain for his high school team.” -Tim Lester
“Very long, lengthy, fast wideout out of Mount Carmel high school in Chicago. He was a state champion and is joining the Broncos without a high school loss. Looking forward to adding his length to the WR room.” -Tim Lester
“Long and fluid corner with blazing track speed. Excellent student in the classroom that values academics and he comes from a great family.” -Tim Lester
“Long, athletic, physical offensive lineman. Plays with great energy, and finishes in run and pass situation. Light feet for his size and length – great change- of-direction. Has good feet on contact, finishes very well. Unique skill set for success as a run blocker and pass protector. Excellent student and leader!” -Tim Lester
“Tough, athletic, physical offensive lineman. Plays with good pad level and finishes his run blocks very well. Has very good feet and length for pass protection. Can play inside and outside! He plays through the echo of the whistle! Strong leadership ability too.” -Tim Lester
“Has a great combination of size and power. He comes from a great family that values character and work ethic and will be a great member of the Bronco family.” -Tim Lester
“Exciting dual threat quarterback at 6-4 205lbs. He’s a proven winner and has shown he can win games with his feet and his arm. He led River Rouge to the 2019 State Championship and rushed for 175 Yards and 3 TDs in the State Championship win over Muskegon. He’s got high character and great leadership, with a lot of praise coming from area coaches on these intangibles.” -Tim Lester
“Tough, multi-talented, Chicago linebacker who could play all three positions. Dynamic pass rusher and physical at the point of attack.” -Tim Lesterk
“Comes from a great program. He’s an explosive leaper, who can play any skill position on the field. All-state player with great length and striking ability.” -Tim Lester
“A dynamic 2–way player from Saint Rita High School in Chicago. He will play WR here. Henry is very strong, athletic and is exceptional after the catch. I looking forward to watching him make plays in Waldo Stadium.” -Tim Lester
“Great long athlete, that moves well in space and is explosive. He’s familiar to the University, as his brother is on the soccer team. He was a captain for his team and we look forward to him bringing that leadership here.” -Tim Lester
“Explosive mutli-sport athlete who is very physical. He has the ability to play multiple positions and he comes from a football family.” -Tim Lester
“Another long dynamic pass rusher off the edge. He has a great work ethic and comes from a great program in Ohio in Pickerington North.” -Tim Lester
“An exciting 2-way player from Florida with a unique combination of length and speed. He is a strong student and comes from a close family, as well. Malique will play WR here at Western.” -Tim Lester
