Saint Francis University football added nine student-athletes to the class of 2024 on National Signing Day, with each player signing their National Letter of Intent. Head coach Chris Villarrial expressed pride in welcoming these additions, emphasizing their potential to continue the tradition of excellence in academics, on the field, and in the community.

By the Numbers
  • Hayden Arrison: LB, 141 total tackles, 5 fumble recoveries, and 4 sacks in senior season
  • Nate Baker: K, 61-of-62 on extra point attempts, 5-of-6 on field goal attempts in senior season
  • Mekhi Butler: DB, rated a top-50 defensive back in Maryland in 2022
  • Akil Cameron: RB, rushed for 1,098 yards and recorded 31 total tackles and 3 sacks in senior season
  • Ben Hennon: RB, recorded 1,088 rushing yards and 9 rushing touchdowns during senior season
  • Nyzell Lash: RB, rushed for 700 yards before an injury held him out during senior season
  • Colin Mahaney: LB, 108 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks in senior season
  • Dean Rotter: QB, 3,495 passing yards, 948 rushing yards, and 40 touchdowns in career
  • Chase Somers: DL, 162 total tackles, 51 tackles for loss, 12 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles in high school career
State of Play
  • Nine student-athletes joined the 14 others who signed in the early signing period, with the addition of three transfers between the two signing periods.
  • Saint Francis University announced its 2024 schedule last week, scheduled to begin the season on Saturday, Aug. 31 at Dayton.