Deion King

Position:
Linebacker
Height:
6-1
Weight:
210
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Buford, Ga.
High School:
Buford

At Princeton — 2017: continued to add depth to the defense, especially at the linebacker spot. 2016: added depth at the linebacker position during Princeton's Ivy championship season. 2015: earned some playing time as a reserve linebacker … played in multiple games. 2014: played linebacker in J.V. games.

At Buford — earned all-state honors … earned Dexter Wood Leadership and Service Award … led team in tackles while playing both linebacker and defensive end … also played quarterback, tight end and H-back … team won three state championships during his four years … named Touchdown Club Player of the Week and Lineman of the Week … served as team captain … also lettered in track … named track team’s most improved performer … National Merit with Honors … George Morris Scholar Athlete … member of the President’s Honor Roll … freshman mentor … Eagle Scout … member of the BETA Club.

Personal — born April 16, 1996 … son of Chris and Moana King … has a younger sister Jasmin and a younger brother Christopher … enjoys surfing, billiards and playing cards … may study neurobiology.