WILLIAMSBURG, Va. – The William & Mary football program bolstered its roster during the early signing period Wednesday, as Head Coach Mike London announced the addition of 10 talented student-athletes who signed National Letters of Intent to play for the Tribe.
The dynamic incoming class features standouts on both sides of the ball and includes a running back, wide receiver, wide receiver/running back, tight end, offensive lineman, defensive end, two outside linebackers and two defensive backs.
"This is a great class with a group of talented young men," London said. "We have united with young men of achievement and accomplishments. The exceptional group features captains, state champions and MVPs, and they are all outstanding student-athletes. Welcome home!"
Complete bio information for the entire class is below.
| 2026 W&M TRIBE FOOTBALL EARLY SIGNING PERIOD CLASS |
| NAME |
POS |
HT |
WT |
HOMETOWN / HIGH SCHOOL |
| Lucas Allen |
DE |
6 |
255 |
Leesburg, Va. / Tuscarora HS |
| Cade Ellis |
DB |
6-0 |
190 |
Orange, Va. / Woodberry Forest HS |
| Nkanta Hines |
RB |
5-11 |
195 |
Chester, Va. / Thomas Dale HS |
| Khylil Johnson |
WR |
5-11 |
195 |
Pittsburgh, Pa. / Cornell HS |
| Tyler Kann |
OLB |
6-1 |
210 |
Stone Ridge, Va. / John Champe HS |
| Jacob Mullins |
WR |
6-4 |
200 |
Hardy, Va. / Franklin County HS |
| Braylen Price |
OT |
6-6 |
260 |
Gibsonia, Pa. / Pine-Richland HS |
| Aidan Reid |
TE |
6-5 |
230 |
McLean, Va. / McLean HS |
| Declan Ta'amai |
OLB |
6-3 |
240 |
Fredericksburg, Va. / Massaponax HS |
| Jahvon Wiggins |
DB |
5-10 |
160 |
Norfolk, Va. / Maury HS |
Lucas Allen
Defensive End
6-3, 255
Leesburg, Va. • Tuscarora HS
What Allen brings to the Tribe: "Lucas is a two-time defensive player of the year. He is a dominant and explosive standout who plays with a great motor and uses his hands exceptionally well. Additionally, he plays with great strength."
HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner as a standout defensive end for Coach Carter at Tuscarora High School … First-team all-state selection in 2024 … Also honored as the 2004 region and district defensive player of the year … Earned honorable mention all-met honors in 2024 … Totaled 137 tackles, 27 sacks, 66 TFL and six forced fumbles during his final two seasons … Also lettered in track & field three years (shot put) …
PERSONAL: Son of Jack and Jodie All … Father played football at Florida State … Grandfather, John Allen, played basketball at Duke … Sister, Emma Allen, plays women's rugby at Virginia … Enjoys cooking, fishing, building Legos, basketball, golf and campfires.
Cade Ellis
Defensive Back
6-0, 190
Orange, Va. • Woodberry Forest HS
What Ellis brings to the Tribe: "Cade is a versatile defensive player who can make plays at corner, safety and nickel."
HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterwinner as a defensive back, quarterback and wide receiver for head coach Jackson Matteo at Woodberry Forst High School … Second-team all-state and first-team all-region honoree as a junior … Two-time first-team all-conference selection (2024, 2025) … Totaled 89 tackles, eight interceptions, two pick-sixes, 12 PBU and 7.0 TFL during his final three seasons … Also a four-year letterwinner on the basketball team and earned first-team all-conference accolades as a junior …
PERSONAL: Son of Bernard and Kristi Ellis … Brother, Landon Ellis plays football at James Madison and began his collegiate career at the University of Richmond … Enjoys music, board games and video games.
Nkanta Hines
Running Back
5-11, 195
Chester, Va. • Thomas Dale HS
What Hines brings to the Tribe: "Nkanta is a hard-nose, downhill runner who is tough to tackle. He does many things exceptionally well, and we are excited to see him develop in this offense."
HIGH SCHOOL: Standout running back and linebacker for head coach Kevin Tucker at Thomas Dale High School … Earned honorable mention all-metro honors as a sophomore … Senior class treasurer … Member of the National Honor Society … Earned the CCPS Citizenship Award …
PERSONAL: Son of Nkanta and Sherri Hines … Enjoys fishing, playing guitar, reading and gaming.
Khylil Johnson
Wide Receiver / Running Back
5-11, 195
Pittsburgh, Pa. • Cornell HS
What Johnson brings to the Tribe: "Khylil is an explosive prospect with homerun hitting capabilities. His combination of size, athleticism, versatility and speed make him a great addition to this year's class."
HIGH SCHOOL: Standout running back and defensive back for head coach Edward Dawson at Cornell High School … Three-time all-district selection … Set a school record with more than 5,000 all-purpose yards … Excellent student who earned Highest Honors … Also was a member of the CHS basketball and baseball teams …
PERSONAL: Son of Guy and Bonita Johnson … Enjoys video games and sports.
Tyler Kann
Outside Linebacker
6-1, 210
Stone Ridge, Va. • John Champe HS
What Kann brings to the Tribe: "Tyler is an extremely versatile athlete who can play all over the field. He has tremendous movement traits, physicality and a nose for the football, in addition to a high football IQ and is a great person. We're excited about what he will bring to the program."
HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner as a linebacker and tight end for head coach Lee Carter at John Champe HS … School record holder for career receptions (147), all-purpose yards (3,000) and touchdowns (43) … Second-team all-state selection in 2024 … Three-time first-team all-district selection (2023, 2024, 2025) and two-time first-team all-region honoree (2023-24) … Honored as the district offensive player of the year as a senior … Team MVP in 2024 … Also lettered four times in baseball … AB Honor Roll all four years … DECA club member …
PERSONAL: Son of Scott and Amanda Kann … Worked as a lifeguard in high school … Enjoys fishing, swimming, skimboarding and video games.
Jacob Mullins
Wide Receiver
6-4, 200
Hardy, Va. • Franklin County HS
What Mullins brings to the Tribe: "Jacob has great size and speed for the position. His catch radius will be an asset to the wide receiver corps."
HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner as a wide receiver and safety for Coach Edwards at Franklin County High School … Earned first-team all-district honors as a junior after totaling 450 receiving yards and averaging 17 yards per catch … Also lettered as a member of the FCHS basketball team … Member of the National Honor Society …
PERSONAL: Son of Joanna and Matt Mullins … Older brother, Haven, is also a member of the W&M football team … Mom played basketball in college at Lees McRae … Dad played football at Catawba College … Enjoys hunting, fishing and the outdoors.
Braylen Price
Offensive Tackle
6-6, 260
Gibsonia, Pa. • Pine-Richland HS
What Price brings to the Tribe: "Braylen is an exceptional athlete who brings length and explosiveness to the position group. He excels in space and pass protection, while also doing a great job finishing blocks in the run game."
HIGH SCHOOL: Standout offensive lineman for head coach John LeDonne at Pine-Richland High School … Did not allow any sacks as a senior … Second-team all-conference selection and helped PRHS win the WPIAL Class 5A championship … Also a member of the PRHS basketball and track & field teams … Four-year honor roll student … Member of Ski club and Spanish club …
PERSONAL: Son of Zachary and Danielle Price … Enjoys hiking, fishing and skiing.
Aidan Reid
Tight End
6-5, 230
McLean, Va. • McLean HS
What Reid brings to the Tribe: "Aidan fits the mold for the type of tight ends that we covet here at William & Mary. He has great size and position flexibility. His addition contributes to his family's legacy at W&M."
HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner as a tight end/wide receiver for head coach Joe Cockerham at McLean High School … Team captain … Earned unanimous first-team all-district honors as a senior after totaling 48 receptions for 703 yards and four touchdowns … Garnered all-district accolades as a junior … Finished his prep career with 94 catches for 1,233 yards and eight touchdowns … Member of the National Honor Society and Math Honor Society …
PERSONAL: Son of Sean and Sarah … Father played football at W&M (1994-98) and was a team captain … Mother is also a W&M alumna … Uncle, David Reid, played football at Villanova (2001-04).
Declan Ta'amai
Outside Linebacker
6-3, 240
Fredericksburg, Va. • Massaponax HS
What Ta'amai brings to the Tribe: "Declan has demonstrated traits of a complete football player who is instinctive, physical and relentless in all phases of the game."
HIGH SCHOOL: Three-year letterwinner as a defensive end, slot receiver, tight end and running back for head coach Shane Ludden at Massaponax High School … Three-time all-district selection, earning first-team honors as a senior … First-team all-region selection as a junior … Totaled 78 tackles, 17.5 sacks, 25 TFL, four PBU, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a defensive touchdown during his final two seasons … Also honored as the MHS special teams MVP as a junior … Member of 1KindWord club and Panther Pals … Also volunteered for multiple events, including Spotsy Special Games, Bingo Nights and various other volunteer opportunities with the football team …
PERSONAL: Son of Fu'a and Laura Ta'amai.
Jahvon Wiggins
Defensive Back
5-10, 160
Norfolk, Va. • Maury HS
What Wiggins brings to the Tribe: "Jahvon is an explosive player who can make plays on defense, offense and special teams."
HIGH SCHOOL: Standout defensive back and wide receiver for head coach Dyrri McCain at Maury High School … Rated a three-star recruit by Rivals … Team captain … Member of the National Honor Society and Honor Roll …
PERSONAL: Son of Devon Wiggins and Janet Lee … Father played football at Virginia State University … Enjoys music, praying and basketball.
