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Monroe's Landon Loveland steps up as defense leader in training camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:27 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Monroe's Landon Loveland steps up as defense leader in training camp
Summary

Monroe High football team began training camp on August 10, focusing on defense leadership and offensive development. Landon Loveland, a junior, aims to fill the role left by graduated linebacker Tanner Collett, who recorded a region-best 113 tackles last fall. Loveland made 95 tackles last season and will be supported by seven returning starters, including strong linemen Zyshonne Reid, Mykeah Hyden, and Josh Gray. With junior Dalen Cosby starting as quarterback, the Trojans hope to improve upon their 1-8 record from last year. Coach Kyle Reed emphasized the defensive unit's readiness to lead early in the season, coinciding with the offense's adjustments.

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  • •Landon Loveland replaces Tanner Collett as defensive leader.
  • •Loveland recorded 95 tackles last season.
  • •Monroe's defense features seven returning starters.
  • •Junior Dalen Cosby takes over as quarterback.
  • •Monroe aims to overcome last season's 1-8 record.
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  • 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Training camp report: Monroe's new tackling machine to lead defense
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Landon Loveland, who watched teammate Tanner Collett rack up a Region-best 113 tackles last fall, is ready to be a leader for Monroe's football team.

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