University of South Dakota Athletics

As we approach the season opener against Montana on Aug. 31 inside the DakotaDome, we will take a quick look at each of the Coyotes' position groups. We continue the series with tight ends where coach Tyler Paopao is in his second year with the unit. Check out the video posted above and text below to learn more about USD's multi-faceted athletes.

Returning Starters
Brett Samson, Jr., Oconomowoc, Wis.
Connor Herrmann, Jr., Mount Vernon, Iowa
 
Returners
Austin Goehring, So., Kiel, Wis.
Nathan Kneifl, So., Lawton, Iowa
Ryan Mazurek, R-Fr., Eden Prairie, Minn.
Nathan Stoffel, R-Fr., Marathon, Wis.

Newcomers
Jack Peery, Jr., Sioux Falls, S.D. (competed at WR in 2018)

The Coyotes return everyone to the position in 2019. That includes Samson and Herrmann who combined for 38 catches, 390 yards and four scores last year. Samson has totaled six touchdowns over the last two campaigns.

Goehring was featured on special teams throughout 2018 and Kneifl also competed there in five games last season. Mazurek and Stoffel redshirted and are ready to make their collegiate debuts. Peery, who has appeared in two games at wide receiver, is the newest member of this unit.

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