One Of The Top Offensive Guards In Michigan: Idrys Cotton

Idrys Cotton is a 3 Star recruit who plays Offensive Guard at Plymouth High School. Cotton is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 90 Offensive Guard in the class as well. In addition, Cotton is listed as a top 25 recruit in the state of Michigan and is listed as the #3 Offensive Guard in the state of Michigan. He holds offers from schools such as Northwestern, Indiana, and Louisville.

Who are some role models in your life?

My role model is my older brother.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I like to stay calm before games, so I’ll listen to some Rod Wave or Toosii.

What are the strengths of your game?

The strengths of my game are my athleticism and motor.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory is putting on a football helmet for the first time.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Advice I would give is to keep working no matter who’s looking, your time will come. I didn’t have any offers after my junior season, then out of nowhere I’m now at 20+.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

If I could travel anywhere, it would be to Africa.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 6 years old when I first fell in love with football.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would love to meet Barry Sanders.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports moment as a fan, was when the Falcons made it to the Super Bowl.