Strong, athletic prep defensive end who hopes to challenge for playing time in 2003 on a Mizzou line that lost two starters
Ranked as the No. 83 overall prospect in Texas (all positions) by Rivals.com
The same service had him ranked as the No. 15 defensive tackle prospect in the nation
Named to 2002 Texas Super Team and was a 1st-team all-state pick as a senior
Also a standout offensive guard at San Antonios Clark High School
Had 126 tackles as a senior, and added 13 sacks, caused 3 fumbles and blocked 2 punts
Recorded 85 tackles as a junior, including 36 for losses and 12 sacks, and helped lead team to a 10-2 record
Is a standout in the weight room, where he can bench 420 pounds
High school coach Lloyd Alexander
Son of Jim & Christa Tomlin
Father played professional football for eight years in the Canadian Football League with Toronto and ended his career with the Denver Broncos of the NFL
Full name Zane Wade Tomlin
Birthdate June 14, 1985
Academic interest lies in business
Chose Mizzou over Colorado, Kansas State, Penn State, Illinois, Arizona and Oklahoma State, among others.
