THE COLLEGE GAME · 2026
Southern Conference · Players & roster
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PLAYER DETAILS · 2026
Summary
Ky Tayo appears in Chattanooga's 2026 roster snapshot retrieved 2026-10-02. Position: DL; Jersey: 55; Listed class: Sr.; Height: 5 ft 11 in; Weight: 288 lb; Hometown: Columbia, SC; School/prep entry (as listed): Spring Valley. This is a summary of supplied roster fields, not an individually researched biography. Confirm current information with the school.
Checked 2026-10-29 · Sources: SportsDataverse — retained 2026 NCAA roster snapshot (October 2)
Background
Ky Tayo joined Chattanooga from Georgia Southern in summer 2023 after redshirting there in 2022. His official biography records 12 appearances and nine starts in 2025, with 20 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, an interception returned for a touchdown and a blocked kick. He played for Robin Bacon at Spring Valley, earning first-team Class 5A all-state recognition from the South Carolina Football Coaches. The current profile lists fifth-year class, defensive tackle, 6-0 and 284 pounds; the saved roster retains senior, defensive line, 5-11 and 288.
Checked 2026-11-01 · Sources: Ky Tayo - 2026 - Football - University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Athletics
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