Oilers Sign Former NFL Contracted Defensive Tackle
April 20, 2023 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Tulsa Oilers News Release
Tulsa, Okla. - Tulsa Oilers Football, proud member of the IFL, announces the signing of former Tulsa Golden Hurricane defensive tackle, Tyarise Stevenson prior to their Week Six matchup on the road against Iowa.
Stevenson, comes to Tulsa fresh off of gaining NFL life experience with the Minnesota Vikings. The 6'3, 365 lbs. defensive presence was signed by the Vikings in April of 2022 as an undrafted free agent and was later waived with an injury settlement from Minnesota's injured reserve list prior to the 2022 season. The former NFL-contracted defensive tackle suffered an AC joint injury prior to his intended rookie campaign.
"Stevenson is a big player, and is familiar with the area, having played at Tulsa," said head coach Marvin Jones. "He is someone that can clog up the middle and be a force in the pass rush game."
Prior to his pro career, the Donaldsonville, Louisiana native played his college football at the University of Tulsa, redshirting in 2016 and seeing playing time in all five seasons from 2017-2021. The former Tulsa defensive threat recorded 92 tackles in 47 games and 2.5 sacks over the course of his college career.
Stevenson is expected to see playing time immediately.
Tulsa will travel on the road to face the Iowa Barnstormers on April 22 at 7:05 p.m. Tulsa's next home game will be April 29against the Arizona Rattlers, kickoff is set for 7:05 p.m.
Tulsa Oilers Football Season and Group Tickets are on sale now! Call the front office at 918-632-7825 or visit www.tulsaoilersfootball.com for more information.
Indoor Football League Stories from April 20, 2023
- Vegas Knight Hawks Announce Plans for Kids' Day Tomorrow - Vegas Knight Hawks
- Wranglers WR Ryan Wisniewski IFL Offensive Player of the Week - Northern Arizona Wranglers
- IFL Announces Week Five Players of the Week - IFL
- Game Preview: Iowa Barnstormers vs. Tulsa Oilers - Iowa Barnstormers
- Oilers Sign Former NFL Contracted Defensive Tackle - Tulsa Oilers
- Panthers Host Defending IFL Champion Northern Arizona - Bay Area Panthers
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
