NEW ORLEANS, La. — The Tulane Green Wave are looking for leaders to emerge as they prepare for the 2025 college football season.
Wide receiver Bryce Bohanon is one of the few players who experienced the most remarkable single-season turnaround in college football history.
Bohanon has been highlighted by Sumrall as a key leadership figure during the offseason, and he’s also making a significant impact on the field.
As the quarterback battle continues for Tulane, the wide receiver group plays a crucial role in the team’s offensive strategy.
During the team’s first scrimmage of spring camp on Friday, Bohanon caught a touchdown pass from competitor TJ Finley, which he discussed with reporters afterward.
“It was just a mesh play, and I got open,” Bohanon explained. “TJ and I have been connecting a lot lately. He saw me, I saw him, and I just knew what to do with the ball when he threw it to me. I aimed to get vertical and score a touchdown for us.”
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Bohanon quickly offered his support for the entire quarterback group, which includes Kadin Semonza and Donovan Leary, while discussing the competition during the first two weeks of spring camp.
“They’re fantastic players,” Bohanon remarked. “TJ is doing an excellent job. Lately, Donovan and Kadin have really stepped up. Kadin brings a lot of experience from his previous program. Although Donovan has less experience, you wouldn’t know it when we’re out on the field. I like all three of them, and whoever secures the position will be the best fit for it. I’m just excited to work with whoever it is.”
Demonstrating true leadership, Bohanon has taken on a role he feels only a seasoned Tulane player could fill.
“I’m just stepping up as someone who has been around for a while,” Bohanon explained. “Understanding the system here, I’m trying to ensure that everyone is aware of our standards—what we aim for and what we don’t tolerate.”
Bohanon brings not just on-field experience to his position group, but also a valuable perspective that is essential in college football.
The Green Wave retained a unique core of players following a challenging 2-10 season in 2021, a time marked by the NIL and transfer portal changes.
This player-led effort was spearheaded by former captains Michael Pratt, Sincere Haynesworth, Dorian Williams, and Nick Anderson.
Their example left a lasting impression on Bohanon, who is now ready to reflect their qualities and lead the new team.
“2021 was a wild year,” Bohanon said. “Nick, Pratt, and the others showed us how to be effective leaders. I try to learn from them as much as possible. I still connect with them when I can and apply their lessons to this new team, aiming for a similar successful season.”
This vision of player leadership aligns with what head coach Jon Sumrall desires for his Green Wave team, and Bohanon possesses essential experience from overcoming adversity, a quality that can’t simply be taught by coaches.
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