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EWU’s 2017 difference maker: Jay-Tee Tiuli

Eastern Washington defensive linemen Andre Lino, right, and Jay-Tee Tiuli  pause between drills during practice on  Aug. 17, 2017, in Cheney. (Tyler Tjomsland / The Spokesman-Review)

Perhaps the biggest surprise on the team last year, nose tackle Jay-Tee Tiuli went from backup to first-team all-Big Sky.

The 320-pound senior from Federal Way, Washington, is not only a top-notch run stopper, but surprisingly good in the pass rush.

Tiuli should be able to clog the middle against the run, forcing teams to go outside.