James Tello to sign with Lindenwood University

Hudson's James Tello, the North Suncoast’s top receiver last fall, will sign with NAIA power Lindenwood on Thursday.

The Lions were the national runnerup in 2009.

The 6-foot-2, 175-pound Tello caught 74 passes for 986 yards in 2009. He separated his shoulder late in the season, but has healed from the injury.

“It’s a very solid program,” Hudson coach Mark Nash said. “It’s a great opportunity for James.”

Tello recently visited the school. "He’s very excited,” Nash said.

Lindenwood produced several NAIA All-Americans in 2009. Former Lindenwood running back DeDe Dorsey signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Lions recently.

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