Kamden Tillis, a 5‑foot‑11, 190‑pound two‑way standout from Los Alamitos High, announced his commitment to San Diego State University on Wednesday, securing a place in the Aztecs’ 2027 recruiting class.
A Timely Commitment
His decision arrives at a pivotal moment as the program prepares for the loss of senior running backs Lucky Sutton and Christian Washington, both of whom concluded their collegiate careers with impressive rushing totals.
During his junior season Tillis amassed 1,543 rushing yards and 19 touchdowns while also catching 33 passes for 394 yards, helping his team capture the CIF Southern Section Division 2 title and earning national and state rankings.
Recruiting Landscape
The Aztecs competed with Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and Oregon State for his signature, each offering scholarship opportunities that he evaluated through official visits to Boise State and San Diego State in late May.
Tillis’s versatility as both a rusher and a receiver, combined with his rankings — No. 1,368 overall nationally and No. 122 in California — made him a coveted asset for programs seeking dynamic playmakers.
Impact on the Aztecs Backfield
With Sutton’s 1,297 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns and Washington’s contributions no longer available, the coaching staff views Tillis as a cornerstone for maintaining offensive momentum and depth in the coming years.