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Six Tyler Lions Sign National Letters of Intent on Signing Day
Tyler High School football players commit to colleges across Texas and Oklahoma
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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Six Tyler High School football players signed National Letters of Intent to play at the collegiate level during a special ceremony on National Signing Day. The group includes standouts at running back, defensive back, quarterback, cornerback, wide receiver, and tight end, who will be continuing their athletic and academic careers at schools in Texas and Oklahoma.
Why it matters
National Signing Day is an important milestone for high school athletes, marking the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to their sport. These six Tyler Lions have earned the opportunity to play at the next level, showcasing the talent and potential within the Tyler High School football program.
The details
The six Tyler High School football players who signed National Letters of Intent are: Ashton Arriaga (East Texas Baptist University), Braylen Ford (University of Central Oklahoma), Caden Granberry (Howard Payne University), Kaleb Johnson (University of Central Oklahoma), Christopher Moore (East Texas Baptist University), and Davion Sirles (Texas College). Each player was praised by their coaches for their work ethic, leadership, and contributions to the team over their high school careers.
- The National Signing Day Ceremony took place on Wednesday, February 5, 2026 inside the THS Varsity Gymnasium.
The players
Ashton Arriaga
Running Back. All-District 7-5A DI second team in 2024 and 2025, first team in 2023. Over 2,000 career varsity all-purpose yards & 21 touchdowns.
Braylen Ford
Defensive Back. All-District 7-5A DI second team in 2025, first team in 2024.
Caden Granberry
Quarterback. All-District 7-5A DI first team in 2025, Offensive Newcomer of the Year in 2023. Passed for 2,525 yards, 31 total touchdowns (2025) and more than 6,000 career passing yards with 69 passing touchdowns.
Kaleb Johnson
Cornerback. All-District 7-5A DI second team, 38 career tackles, three passes defended, one fumble recovery.
Christopher Moore
Wide Receiver/Tight End. All-District 7-5A DI second team, 33 receptions, 502 yards, and seven touchdowns in 2025.
Davion Sirles
Wide Receiver. All-District 7-5A DI second team in 2025, All-District 7-5A DI first team, 90 career receptions, 1,014 receiving yards, and seven touchdowns.
What they’re saying
“Ashton is known as 'Mr. Consistent.' He earned three straight all-district selections and was a player who gave defensive coordinators headaches for four straight seasons. He's ready to do the same thing at the collegiate level.”
— Phillip Callier, running backs coach (tylerpaper.com)
“Braylen is a dynamic, play-making safety who can affect the game on all three levels on defense. He is a two-time all-district player who will continue his dynamic playmaking at the collegiate level.”
— Gary Woods, assistant coach (tylerpaper.com)
“It has been great coaching Caden over the last three years. He is one of the most competitive individuals I have been around in my 23 years of coaching. He is a true student of the game who loves every aspect, from meetings to the weight room. I look forward to watching him thrive and develop at the next level.”
— Rashad Jackson, assistant coach (tylerpaper.com)
“I call him 'Mr. Make it Happen.' Kaleb is a hard-working athlete who had to battle back from a very tough situation this season and returned stronger both mentally and physically. He demonstrates toughness, accountability, and a relentless drive to succeed. He is prepared to take the next step and make an impact at the collegiate level.”
— John Brown, cornerbacks coach (tylerpaper.com)
“Chris was one of the main pieces of our offensive success. He understood his role and executed it at a high level. Whether we needed him at tight end or wide receiver, Chris stepped in and performed wherever he was asked. He consistently showed the ability to both block and catch the ball at a high level.”
— Lionel Wrenn, offensive coordinator (tylerpaper.com)
“Davion is a three-year starter who has been an asset to the Lions program from the moment he arrived. He is the type of player who is hard to replace because he wears many hats on the team, serving as a leader, a relentless worker, and an extra coach both on and off the field. He is also a student who excels in the classroom.”
— Lionel Wrenn, offensive coordinator (tylerpaper.com)
The takeaway
This group of Tyler High School football players have demonstrated their dedication and talent over their high school careers, earning the opportunity to continue playing at the collegiate level. Their achievements and the praise from their coaches highlight the strength of the Tyler High football program and the bright futures that lie ahead for these student-athletes.
