Jon'Tavious (JT) Anderson
Corner/Nickel/Safety
Age: 22
Height: 6'1
Weight: 198 lbs
University: Indiana State University
Draft Class: 2026
Client bio
Jon’ Tavius Anderson is a resilient, high-character defensive back whose journey through Division I football is defined by grit, perseverance, and unwavering self-belief. A late bloomer who started playing football at 12 years old, Jon’ Tavius quickly learned how to close gaps in experience through discipline, extra preparation, and relentlessly outworking everyone around him. What began as an underdog story has grown into a testament of natural talent meeting uncompromising work ethic.
Across his collegiate career at Bryant University, Florida International University, and Indiana State University, Jon’ Tavius showcased his versatility — excelling at corner, nickel, safety, and even spending time as a wide receiver. His ability to adapt, learn new systems quickly, and produce in multiple roles reflects a high football IQ and rare positional fluidity. Before a hamstring injury limited his 2025 season, he accumulated 38 tackles, 2 interceptions, 3 pass deflections, and a TFL. Fully recovered and training at peak performance in Tampa, Florida, he remains poised for a breakout professional campaign.
What sets Jon’ Tavius apart is more than athleticism. He is a man committed to character, growth, and purpose. He credits God with placing a vision on his heart at age 12, and he continues to chase that vision with humility and an elevated mindset. He is disciplined, self-motivated, reliable, and focused — someone who leads by example and competes with a maturity far beyond his years. Away from football, he finds balance in yoga, drawing, and fitness, bringing a grounded and centered approach to both performance and life.
Jon’ Tavius is entering his professional career with momentum, clear goals, and a drive to create value for the teams and organizations he represents. He is excited to partner with Black Diamond Sport & Entertainment Group to elevate his visibility, maximize his opportunities, and bring his underdog-turned-elite story to the CFL stage. For him, the mission is simple: put up numbers, compete like a pro, and fulfill the promise he has carried since childhood.
character reference
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To Whom it May Concern:
It is my professional privilege to represent Jon’ Tavius Anderson as he enters the CFL pipeline and begins his professional football career. In my work with hundreds of athletes across the NFL, CFL, UFL, and global football leagues, I have learned to quickly identify who possesses the traits required not only to make it — but to last. Jon’ Tavius is one of those rare athletes whose mindset, maturity, and discipline elevate him far above his competition.
From our first conversation, it was clear that he is a young man anchored in character. He does not wait to be pushed. He does not require external motivation. He creates momentum on his own and carries himself with the intentionality of a seasoned veteran. His football journey has required him to overcome inexperience, transfers, coaching transitions, injury, and the challenges that come with competing at multiple levels and multiple positions. Rather than breaking him, those experiences refined him. He is battle-tested, emotionally intelligent, and deeply self-aware — qualities that translate exceptionally well to the Canadian game.
What stands out most is his perseverance. Jon’ Tavius embodies the true definition of grit: sustained effort toward a long-term goal in spite of difficulty. This is the trait that earns players careers in professional football. His ability to play corner, nickel, and safety makes him a valuable multi-tool defensive asset, and his willingness to learn and adjust makes him highly coachable. He studies film, he trains with purpose, and he approaches every opportunity with humility and hunger.
As an agent, I do not attach my name to players lightly. I attach it to those who have both the talent and the internal fortitude to represent our organization well. Jon’ Tavius is exactly that — dependable, disciplined, focused, and grounded in values that will carry him far in football and beyond.
Teams will find that he integrates seamlessly into a locker room, elevates standards, and competes with a contagious energy. He is fully recovered, physically ready, mentally sharp, and determined to produce at a professional level from day one.
It is my strong and confident recommendation that any CFL organization seeking a high-character defensive back with versatility, resilience, and elite work ethic take a very serious look at Jon’ Tavius Anderson. He has every quality required to thrive in this league, and he has earned the opportunity to showcase exactly who he is on the field.
– Dr. Brandy Runyan
CFL Agent | CEO, Black Diamond Sport & Entertainment Group, LLC
stats/measureables
SKILLS STATS
MEASUREMENTS
PREVIOUS TEAMS
40 YD: 4.47
VERTICAL: N/A
3-CONE: N/A
SHUTTLE: N/A
HEIGHT: 6'1
WEIGHT: 198
HANDS: 8.5 Wingspan: 198.4
SHOE SIZE: 11
SHIRT SIZE: L
Indiana State
FIU
Bryant
FILM
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