AT DAYTON:
A versatile athlete, Friedrich started his career at tight end, was moved to tackle in 2007, and then moved to right guard heading into the 2008 season. In 2008, the Ohio native participated in all 12 games for the Flyers, joining the starting line-up in four of those. He is expected to start full-time in 2009. He was a member of the 2007 PFL Championship team, lettering after playing in six games. Tyler also received 2008 PFL Academic Honor Roll recognition.

PERSONAL:
Son of Rick and Leslie Friedrich...Born on March 9, 1988...Majoring in Exercise Physiology...Friedrich was a two-year team captain at Dublin Jerome HS where he was also a second team all-conference and an all-league pick.