JJ Uphold

Height: 6' 5"
Weight: 230
Position: Defensive tackle
High School: Garces
Hometown: Bakersfield, Calif.
Star ranking: 2
Other offers/ interest: New Mexico and Cal Poly

Q: Why did you choose to come to Wyoming?

A: I connected with the coaches on a more personal level. They talked to me about football and got to know me on a more personal level. Plus, I lived in Calgary for a few years and I really miss the snow and I’m very happy to move back to this climate.

Q: What other schools were recruiting you?

A: New Mexico and Cal Poly gave offers; other schools recruiting were San Diego State, Fresno State, UC Davis and San Jose State.

Q: What position will you play at UW?

A: Defensive line on the three-technique

Q: What are you looking forward to most about playing in Laramie?

A: Snow, food, looking forward to continue my career of football at a solid school like Wyoming. To be with a supportive coaching staff of mentors with a great player base. To continue my education of architecture in great program at Wyoming.

Q: This is obviously a weird year, did you have a chance to even visit Laramie with no official visits this fall?

A: No physical visit, but the coaching staff gave me a virtual tour on Zoom and I was very impressed and thankful for the coaches to do this for me.

Q: What do you want Wyoming fans to know about you?

A: I grew up and lived most of my life overseas. I played high school football in Bakersfield. I am fired up to be a Cowboy and can’t wait to be there.