East Tennessee State University

2025 Season (Graduate) - In his lone season at ETSU, Francis was a staple in the Bucs' defense starting all 12 games at linebacker...The Knoxville native finished the season with 39 tackles (3.5 for loss), one sack, and one quarterback hurry...His top performance in terms of tackling came on October 25 against Wofford where he racked up eight stops...Francis also notched his lone sack of the season against the Terriers...He had at least one tackle in 10 of the 12 games in 2025 and had five or more four times. 

Prior to ETSU - Francis comes to ETSU with a wealth of experience at the collegiate level...A veteran of 49 games played at Middle Tennessee State, Francis has totaled 99 career tackles, three sacks, broken up two passes, and forced two fumbles so far in his career...Rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports and the No. 32 prospect in Tennessee coming out of High School...Lettered in football at West High School...Earned all-state honors and was tabbed the Region 3-5A Player of the Year...Recorded 52 tackles, including 21 for loss of yards and 4.5 sacks.