6-3, 250, TE, Lincoln, Neb. (Southeast HS)
Lincoln native David Sutton is one of several Nebraskans in the Huskers' 2011 recruiting class. The 6-3, 250-pound Sutton starred on both sides of the ball for Coach John Larsen at Lincoln Southeast High School, helping the Knights to a 10-2 record and a trip to the Class A state semifinals. From his defensive end spot, Sutton recorded 105 tackles during his senior season, including 12 sacks. On offense, he caught 16 passes for 311 yards and four touchdowns as a tight end. For his efforts, Sutton was a defensive first-team Super State pick by the Lincoln Journal Star and an All-Nebraska selection by the Omaha World-Herald. During his junior season, Sutton racked up 75 tackles and earned honorable-mention all-city honors from the Lincoln Journal Star, helping the Knights to the state quarterfinals. Sutton also visited Ohio and had an offer from South Dakota State. Sutton is the son of Mark and Jayne Sutton, and he was born on Jan. 13, 1993.