University of West Alabama

2025 (Grand View): Helped lead Grand View University to the 2025 NAIA National Championship … Recorded a PFF grade of 91 with a 92 coverage grade … Recognized as one of the top-rated cornerbacks in the nation … Appeared in 14 games, totaling 35 tackles, two tackles for loss, one interception, one fumble recovery, and 10 pass breakups … Allowed just 13 receptions on 31 targets for 110 yards and no touchdowns … Held opposing quarterbacks to a 41.9 completion percentage and a 38.4 passer rating when targeted.

Prep: Prepped at Vineland High School in Vineland, N.J., under head coach Daniel Russo … Earned All-Conference honors as a wide receiver and defensive back … Helped his teams win a conference championship at Schalick High School in 2017 and a playoff victory at Vineland High School in 2019... Attended Grand View University (2025), Liberty University (2024), Reinhardt University (2022), and Saint Francis University (2021) … Was a member of the 2025 NAIA National Championship team at Grand View.

Personal: Son of Judith Hedgeman and Bernard Manson … Has six siblings: Johnny Carter, Audrey Carter, Tiffany Carter, Monica Carter, Sarah Manson, and Brian Manson … Graduated Cum Laude and earned an academic scholarship from Union Baptist Temple and Vineland High School... Majoring in Business Administration - Healthcare.