The city of Detroit is filled with a litany of talented high school football players that will go on to the next level to play college football.
Detroit King’s DeShawn Ingram he had a breakout junior season as he was the catalyst on the offensive line. The Crusaders lost a heartbreaking playoff game against eventual state champion De La Salle, but they are primed to make a run for the state title with a lot of firepower back on E. Lafayette St.
Ingram ended 2017 on a high note as he received his first offer from Division II Seton Hill and he was named the top offensive lineman at the Sound Mind Sound Body Ford Field Takeover.
SMSB Midwest Invitational Best Overall Defensive Lineman c/o 2019 @humblejay99
& c/o 2019 Best Overall Offensive Lineman @Yallknowshawn representing @DetKingFootballpic.twitter.com/uOGH3hQbnW
— Keith Barbee (@CoachKBarbee) December 28, 2017
Very blessed to say i have received my first offer from Seton Hill University ‼️ pic.twitter.com/MVABYVKAhR
— DeShawn Ingram™ (@Yallknowshawn) December 27, 2017
The Front Office News had the opportunity to catch up with Ingram, who’s one of the rising stars in the area.
What’s your favorite jersey number of all-time?
My favorite jersey number is #55.
What athlete do you model your game after?
I like to patter my game after Tyron Smith of the Dallas Cowboys
Who’s your favorite follow on social media?
Dr. Eric Thomas
XBox One or PS4?
XBox One
You get one sneaker to wear for the rest of your life, what is it?
The Jordan Retro XII’s.
What song gets you amped up before the games?
I like to listen to Dex Osama or NBA Young boy.
What camps, showcases, or college visits do you plan to attend?
I will attend the Rivals camp. As for college visits, I’m not sure as of now, but I plan to go on a lot of visits.
What’s your favorite sports movie, and why?
The Blindside
To keep up with DeShawn Ingram, follow him on Twitter @Yallknowshawn.
