Tomlinson would go on and play four years at Lane Technical High School, Chicago’s largest high school. He had to travel up to 90 minutes from Rogers Park to attend Lane, which afforded him an exceptional platform to develop both his academic and athletic aspirations.
As an outstanding offensive lineman at Lane, Scout.com listed him as the 23rd-best offensive guard in America, and was the 26th –top offensive line prospect in the country, according to SuperPrep. USA Today listed him as the 29th –best offensive tackle in the nation. Tomlinson, helped his high school team win the 2008 Chicago Public League Football Championship. He also lettered in track and field as a shot put standout.
Meet Laken Tomlinson, Detroit Lions’ 2015 first-round draft choice
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