NAME: Joe Merlino
HIGH SCHOOL: Union High School 2023
COLLEGE: Undecided
HEIGHT: 6'3
WEIGHT: 280
POSITION: DT / OL
NUMBER: 99
BIO: Joe is a three-time letterman in football and won two state championships at Central Catholic in 2019 and 2021. He was named 1st team All-State on the offensive line and 2nd team All-State on the defensive line in 2021 by Oregon Prep Redzone. Inside the classroom, Joe carries a 3.73 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society. Off the football field, Joe enjoys weightlifting, track, snowboarding and is an avid musician who plays drums, bass and guitar. He is in a local band that plays shows in the greater Portland area.
