Ty Montgomery Aims for NFL Spot at Toledo Pro Day on March 23

Ty Montgomery, the standout wide receiver from John Carroll University, is set to showcase his skills at a pro day on March 23, 2024, at the University of Toledo. After not receiving an invitation to the NFL Scouting Combine, Montgomery is determined to impress NFL scouts and cement his status as a legitimate prospect.

At the pro day, Montgomery will participate in various drills, with particular emphasis on his 40-yard dash time. He previously recorded a time of 4.4 seconds before the American Bowl, a new college all-star game held in Florida. Montgomery expressed confidence in his ability to perform, stating, “In my situation, I feel I have to run (the 40).”

The attention surrounding Montgomery has surged since he became the only Division III player to participate in the Senior Bowl, making history as the first player from John Carroll to achieve this distinction. Over the past two seasons, he has consistently demonstrated his abilities on the field, concluding the 2024 season with 57 catches for 1,071 yards and 17 touchdowns. His performance improved even further in the following season, where he amassed 119 catches, 1,528 yards, and 15 touchdowns, earning consensus Division III All-America selection.

Montgomery’s journey has raised the prospect of him becoming John Carroll’s first NFL draft selection since 1991, when quarterback Larry Weinke was chosen by the New York Giants as the final pick that year. The anticipation surrounding Montgomery’s pro day will undoubtedly draw significant interest from scouts aiming to evaluate his potential for the professional ranks.

Other Notable Developments in College Football

In addition to Montgomery’s aspirations, other college football players are also making headlines. Mikey Maloney, a graduate of Riverside and the starting quarterback for Mount Union, had an impressive redshirt freshman season. Recently, Kevin Burke was appointed as the new offensive coordinator for Mount Union. Burke, a former standout player, is well-known for winning the Gagliardi Award twice and leading his team to a national championship in 2012.

In his first year as a starter, Maloney led the Purple Raiders to an 11-1 record and secured the Ohio Athletic Conference title, earning the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Division III playoffs. His remarkable performance included 3,221 yards of total offense and 43 touchdowns, earning him the OAC’s Bob Packard Most Outstanding Back award, which recognizes the conference’s top offensive player.

Meanwhile, former Mount Union quarterback Nick Semptimphelter continues his playing career overseas, having signed with the Munich Cowboys of the German Football League. Semptimphelter played two seasons with the Blue Streaks, leading them to consecutive D-III playoff appearances and winning the North Coast Athletic Conference title this past season. In 2025, he set an NCAA record for completion percentage at 77.9 percent, throwing for 3,623 yards and 36 touchdowns, which earned him fourth-team All-America honors. His first game with the Cowboys is scheduled for May 9.

As these athletes pursue their dreams, the upcoming pro day at Toledo represents a significant opportunity for Montgomery to make a lasting impact and possibly secure a spot in the NFL.