Thomas Erdman

Thomas Erdman is getting looks from a few college programs, including James Madison. (Baltimore Sun photo by Jed Kirschbaum / November 2, 2009)

The senior lineman helped the No. 3 Hawks (9-0) to a big game on both sides of the ball in Friday's 35-14 win over then-No. 14 and previously unbeaten Atholton to clinch the Howard County title. At defensive end, Erdman had eight tackles - three for a loss - and three sacks, as well as a forced fumble. At offensive guard, he was a key to allowing the Hawks to gain 350 yards. For the season, Erdman has 59 tackles - 15 for a loss - and seven sacks. He has forced three fumbles and run one of them in for a touchdown. He is getting looks from a few college programs, including James Madison.

Others considered: Nathan Ayers, Dunbar, football; Patrick Moore, Marriotts Ridge, soccer; Mason Rivera, Hereford, cross country

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