How are Treydan Stukes and Dalton Johnson as leaders? Arizona coach weighs in
The Wildcats’ strength coach peels back the curtain on the two draft picks’ leadership and work ethic.
Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive backs Treydan Stukes and Dalton Johnson celebrate a win against the Kansas Jayhawks at the end of the game at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images | Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images When the Las Vegas Raiders selected former Arizona defensive backs Treydan Stukes and Dalton Johnson in the 2026 NFL draft , they weren’t just adding a couple of safeties to the roster. The Raiders got a pair of team captains to help lead the charge for the organization’s rebuild.
To get a better understanding of Stukes’ and Johnson’s leadership skills and work ethic, Silver and Black Pride sat down with Arizona’s Director of Football Strength and Conditioning Cullen Carroll for an exclusive interview. Carroll has been on the Wildcats’ staff since 2024, working with the defensive back duo for two years. SBP: You spent the last two years working with Treydan and Dalton in the weight room and whatnot.
What did you learn about their work ethic and who they are as people? CC: It starts with them being exceptional athletes. Trey is very naturally athletic.
He was a walk-on, under-recruited, not highly praised player. So the fact that an unranked walk-on player worked his way into a second-round draft pick status, I mean, that’s really all you need to know about Treydan Stukes’ work ethic. It’s objective, right?
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