2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Springfield Slot/LB Tanner Coll
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Billy Splain | July 17, 2025
Tanner Coll
Slot/Outside backer
Springfield High school (Delco)
Class Of 2026
Jersey #2
HT/WT 5’10” 195
13 TDS, 1300+ Scrim Yds on About 125 Touches over my starts
Other sports Baseball
2x Central League Champ/All Central League / All Delco
Twitter @TannerColl22
Coach says: “Tanner is a two way starter that mixes speed, strength and toughness in his play. Tanner is a great leader in the weight room and on the field.
Let’s get to know Tanner!
Why do you play football?
I love the sport and have built so many strong relationships through it. It also has taught me to battle through adversity when faced with.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
I have always loved Christian McCaffery and his game as I try to replicate his play style.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
Round 2 of District Playoffs against Marple my junior year, I broke off about an 5 yard out into a 50 yard play inside the 10 yard line. It wasn’t a touchdown but the situation was special. We were having a super rough time moving the ball on offense and we went to me to get things going. This gave us a huge spark and a big score going into that halftime.
What was last years season like for you?
It was redemption, I started both ways sophomore year and had so much fun, but lost a heartbreaker to Strath Haven in district play. Going into junior year with a bigger role, we knocked off Strath Haven and battled into the district final.
What are your goals for this coming season?
First Team All Central League and All Delco / Along with 1000 yards rushing, 600 yards receiving and 12+ Td’s
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
Sam Milligan My freshman year. He played with one arm and had 4 TDS. I was only in at the end of the game but shocked me with his agility.
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
Orange Bowl 2025 Notre Dame vs Penn State. I am a huge ND fan and watching them knock off an elite team in Penn State had me thrilled. The game went down to the wire and had me sweating.
Describe what the perfect teammate is
Someone who can correct you when you are wrong, hold you accountable, a leader, a role model, and most importantly is willing to do anything for the team to win.
Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community
I think that football is something that so many people can come to enjoy and share interests in while bringing so many new people together.
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Win District/State Championship
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My Father, he is the perfect role model and Dad. He gives me the best mindset to go in and succeed against the best competition. He allows be to be prepared for anything that may cross my path.
What is your favorite practice drill? What is your least favorite practice drill?
Oklahoma by far is my favorite, it’s the closest thing to live play and true contact. The best way to get better in a live situation.
Preseason Two a Days are:
Not for the weak
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Either Golfing or spending time on the beach, I always try to stay active and outside, where I can do both with these.
What is your favorite play to run?
ISO Pass, First down every time
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Sea Isle, New Jersey
Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?
Super Bowl XLIV: Patriots vs Seahawks
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