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Trence Mason (born August 6, 1993) is an American former professional football running back. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the St. Louis Rams from 2014 to 2016. He played college football for the Auburn Tigers, earning first-team All-American honors in 2013. He was selected by the Rams in the third round of the 2014 NFL draft.
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Early life
[edit]Mason attended Park Vista Community High School in Boynton Beach, Florida, where he was a standout football and basketball player, and also ran track. He rushed for 1,643 yards and 24 touchdowns as a senior in 2011, and was named the 2009 Palm Beach Large School Offensive Player of the Year and First-Team All-Palm Beach County by the Sun-Sentinel.
He was also on the school's track & field team, where he competed as a sprinter and jumper. He placed 7th in the 100 meters at the 2009 Park Vista Meet, with a time of 10.9 seconds.[1] At the 2010 Palm Beach County Championship, he earned a sixth-place finish in the long jump event, recording a career-best jump of 6.63 meters.[2] He also competed in high jump, he got a top-jump of 1.88 meters at the 2011 Warrior Invitational.[3]
Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, he was rated the 14th best running back in his class.[4] He committed to Auburn over offers from West Virginia and Mississippi.[5]
College career
[edit]In his first college game, Auburn against Utah State, Mason returned a kick-off 97 yards for a touchdown.[6]
In the 2013 SEC Championship Game against Missouri, Mason set an SEC Championship rushing record with 304 yards (breaking LSU's Justin Vincent's previous 2003 record of 201 yards), touchdown record with four touchdowns, rushing attempts record with 46 carries and was named the game's most valuable player.[7]
As a junior in 2013, Mason was a first-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) selection.[8] He was named one of the six finalists for the 2013 Heisman Trophy.[9]
In the 2014 BCS National Championship Game, Mason rushed for 195 yards on 34 carries and a touchdown in a 34–31 defeat by the Florida State Seminoles. He finished his season with 1,816 rushing yards, breaking the school record held by Heisman winner Bo Jackson (1,786 set in 1985). It was also the third-highest rushing yards total in a single season in SEC history, behind only Herschel Walker (1,891 yards in 1981) and Darren McFadden (1,830 yards in 2007).[10] Later single-season yardage marks set by Alabama's Derrick Henry (2,219 yards),[11] and LSU's Leonard Fournette (1,953 yards)[12] placed Mason's 2013 performance at fifth-highest all-time.
College statistics
[edit]| Year | Team | Rushing | Receiving | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Rec | Yds | TD | ||
| 2011 | Auburn | 28 | 161 | 5.8 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | Auburn | 171 | 1,002 | 5.9 | 86 | 8 | 7 | 86 | 0 |
| 2013 | Auburn | 317 | 1,816 | 5.7 | 53 | 23 | 12 | 163 | 1 |
| Career | 516 | 2,979 | 5.8 | 86 | 32 | 19 | 249 | 1 | |
Professional career
[edit]Pre-draft
[edit]Mason announced on January 9, 2014, that he would forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the NFL draft.
| Height | Weight | Arm length | Hand span | 40-yard dash | 10-yard split | 20-yard shuttle | Vertical jump | Broad jump | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1.74 m) |
207 lb (94 kg) |
30 in (0.76 m) |
9 in (0.23 m) |
4.44 s | 1.50 s | 4.15 s | 38.5 in (0.98 m) |
10 ft 6 in (3.20 m) | ||||
| All values from NFL Combine[13] | ||||||||||||
St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams
[edit]Mason was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the third round (75th overall) of the 2014 NFL draft. Mason was the Rams' third pick in the draft, behind former teammate and second overall pick, Greg Robinson.[14]
In Week 7, 2014 in a game against the Seattle Seahawks, Mason ran for 85 yards on 18 carries with 1 touchdown in a St. Louis win. In Week 11, he had 113 yards on 29 carries in a game against the Denver Broncos. During a Week 13 matchup against the Oakland Raiders, Mason ran for 117 yards on 14 carries and 2 touchdowns, to go along with one receiving touchdown. After rushing for 765 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2014, Mason was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.[15]
Following the 2015 season and going into the 2016 season, it was reported that Mason had not been in contact with coaches or players from the Rams since the end of the season.[16] Coach Jeff Fisher stated "I tried numerous times to reach him, he has made a decision not to communicate with us, not to talk. Not talking to his teammates. Right now we're more concerned about his well-being than we are his football career."[17] Mason had several run-ins with the law and displayed erratic behavior throughout the summer.[18][19] On July 30, the Rams placed Mason on the reserve/did not report list.[20]
On March 10, 2017, Mason was released by the Rams.[21] Former college teammate Ricardo Louis stated in April 2017 that Mason was working towards coming back to the NFL for the upcoming season.[22]
Saskatchewan Roughriders
[edit]On May 30, 2018, Mason signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.[23] Mason's usage increased following the suspension and release of Jerome Messam on voyeurism charges.[24] With increased playing time, Mason proved to be a key contributor to a lackluster Roughriders offense, including producing a 20-carry, 117-yard effort during the 2018 Banjo Bowl, a Riders win. Despite playing in all 18 games, Mason was held without a score until near the end of the year, when he had three rushing touchdowns in the final six games of the regular season. Mason finished the year with a higher rushing average than a receiving average. He missed the Roughrider's lone playoff game due to injury. During the off-season Roughriders signed William Powell in free agency, at which time Mason's injury was revealed to be a damaged ACL requiring surgery, which could keep Mason from playing in 2019.[25] He was released by the Riders on May 10, 2019.[26]
NFL statistics
[edit]- Regular season
| Season | Team | Games | Rushing | Receiving | Fumbles | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | GS | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | FUM | Lost | ||
| 2014 | St. Louis Rams | 12 | 9 | 179 | 765 | 4.3 | 89 | 4 | 16 | 148 | 9.3 | 35 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | St. Louis Rams | 13 | 3 | 75 | 207 | 2.8 | 15 | 1 | 18 | 88 | 4.9 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Total | 25 | 12 | 254 | 972 | 3.8 | 89 | 5 | 34 | 236 | 6.9 | 35 | 1 | 5 | 2 | |
CFL statistics
[edit]- Regular season
| Season | Team | Games | Rushing | Receiving | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | ||
| 2018 | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 18 | 160 | 809 | 5.1 | 42 | 3 | 21 | 103 | 4.9 | 16 | 0 |
| Total | 18 | 160 | 809 | 5.1 | 42 | 3 | 21 | 103 | 4.9 | 16 | 0 | |
Personal life
[edit]His father, Vincent Mason, is a member of hip hop group De La Soul.[6]
After Mason led police on a high-speed ATV chase,[27] Mason's mother stated that Mason had the "mindset of a 10-year-old" due to head injuries sustained during his career.[28] She noticed her son’s behavior was different after the 2015 season: “Clearly, we could see the change. Like, completely... As much as he’s accomplished, as hard as he’s worked, as much as he’s built his character, in record-breaking time it’s going downhill because of what’s going on." In November, Mason pleaded no contest to charges related to the ATV chase.[29] Mason was arrested in January 2017 for the incident and charged with a third degree felony of fleeing and eluding without regard for others' safety or property.[30]
References
[edit]- ^ "Park Vista Meet - Complete Results (Raw)". Fl.milesplit.com. March 17, 2009. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Palm Beach County Championship - Complete Results (Raw)". Fl.milesplit.com. March 25, 2010. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Warrior Invitational - Complete Results (Raw)". Fl.milesplit.com. March 4, 2011. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Rivals.com". Rivals.yahoo.com. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Park Vista RB Tre Mason commits to Auburn - High School Buzz". January 29, 2011. Archived from the original on January 29, 2011.
- ^ a b Goldberg, Charles (September 12, 2013). "'He's in the rhythm': Auburn's Tre Mason knows the way". Auburn Football. AuburnTigers.com. Archived from the original on January 4, 2014. Retrieved December 7, 2013.
- ^ "Missouri vs. Auburn - Game Recap - December 7, 2013 - ESPN". ESPN. December 8, 2013. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "2013 All-SEC Football Team Announced". SEC Digital Network. December 10, 2013.
- ^ Marcello, Brandon (December 10, 2013). "Auburn's Tre Mason among 6 finalists for Heisman Trophy (updated)". AL.com. Retrieved June 15, 2025.
- ^ "Southeastern Conference Single Season Leaders and Records for Rushing Yards | College Football at". Sports-reference.com. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Titans RBs coach Believes Derrick Henry will be "a good football player"". TitansOnline.com. July 7, 2016.
- ^ "LSU's Leonard Fournette puts exclamation point on record-setting season". NOLA.com. December 30, 2015.
- ^ Nolan Nawrocki (February 13, 2013). "NFL Events: Combine Player Profiles - Tre Mason". Nfl.com. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "2014 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 15, 2023.
- ^ "2014 NFL All-Rookie Team". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved August 3, 2024.
- ^ "Tre Mason missing from Los Angeles Rams camp". NFL.com.
- ^ "Tre Mason's mother: Rams RB has '10-year-old's mindset' because of head injuries". August 25, 2016.
- ^ "Tre Mason arrested for multiple traffic and drug violations". NFL.com.
- ^ "Tre Mason missing Los Angeles Rams' offseason practices". June 2, 2016.
- ^ "Rams put Tre Mason on reserve/did not report list". July 30, 2016.
- ^ McAtee, Joe (March 10, 2017). "LA Rams Waive RB Tre Mason, RB Trey Watts". Turf Show Times.
- ^ "Tre Mason working toward NFL comeback, Ricardo Louis says". April 12, 2017.
- ^ "Former Auburn star Tre Mason signs with Riders". Regina Leader Post. May 30, 2018. Retrieved January 3, 2025.
- ^ "Jerome Messam released by Riders over voyeurism charge". Calgary Sun. Canadian Press. July 30, 2018. Retrieved January 3, 2025.
- ^ "Riders RB Tre Mason to miss 'majority' of 2019 season with torn ACL". 3DownNation. February 14, 2019. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ "Riders release running back Tre Mason". CFL.ca. May 10, 2019. Retrieved May 13, 2019.
- ^ Gantt, Darin (August 14, 2016). "More bizarre Tre Mason behavior: Leads cops on ATV chase". NBC Sports. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ Gantt, Darin (August 25, 2016). "Tre Mason's mother thinks football caused his bizarre behavior". NBC Sports. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ Inabinett, Mark (November 8, 2016). "Tre Mason resolves charges from stun-gun-assisted arrest". AL.com. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ Gonzalez, Alden (January 11, 2017). "Troubled Rams RB Mason arrested again in Fla". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
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[edit]Tre Mason
View on GrokipediaEarly years
Childhood and family background
Trence "Tre" Mason was born on August 6, 1993, in Amityville, New York.[9] Growing up in the nearby Long Island suburb of Massapequa, Mason spent his early years in a musically influenced household, as his father, Vincent Mason (known professionally as DJ Maseo), was a founding member of the influential hip-hop group De La Soul.[10] The family relocated to South Florida around 2003 when Mason was ten years old, settling in the Lake Worth area.[11] Mason has two brothers and one sister.[11] During his childhood, Mason initially showed more interest in music than sports, drawn to the creative world surrounding his father's career in hip-hop.[11] This familial connection to the music industry shaped early family dynamics, with Vincent Mason providing guidance on handling public attention, though he supported his son's eventual shift toward athletics.[3] Mason's mother, Tina Mason, played a central role in the household, later reflecting on how the family's move and her son's pursuits influenced his development.[12]High school career
Tre Mason attended Park Vista Community High School in Lake Worth, Florida, where he emerged as a standout running back on the football team. During his high school career, Mason demonstrated exceptional talent as a running back, amassing 4,491 rushing yards and 64 touchdowns over his final three seasons from 2008 to 2010.[13] In his senior year alone, he recorded 1,643 rushing yards on 196 carries with an average of 8.38 yards per attempt and 24 touchdowns, significantly contributing to the team's offensive output as a primary ball carrier.[14] Mason's impressive performances garnered widespread attention from college scouts, establishing him as a top prospect in the 2011 recruiting class. He was ranked No. 275 nationally and No. 64 among players in Florida by 247Sports, earning three-star status as the No. 18 running back in the country.[15]College career
Auburn Tigers performance
Tre Mason enrolled at Auburn University in 2011 as a highly touted running back recruit from Florida.[16] During his freshman season, he saw limited action in 12 games, primarily as a kick returner.[17] By his sophomore year in 2012, Mason emerged as a key contributor in Auburn's backfield, stepping into a larger role amid the team's transitional 3-9 campaign and rushing for over 1,000 yards to help stabilize the offense.[18] His progression to full-time starter accelerated in 2013 under new head coach Gus Malzahn, where he became the focal point of a dynamic rushing attack that propelled the Tigers to an undefeated regular season and a berth in the national championship game.[19] Mason's 2013 season was defined by standout performances that showcased his vision, burst, and durability, culminating in major accolades. He earned MVP honors in the SEC Championship Game against Missouri, where he set conference records with 304 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 46 carries, powering Auburn to a 59-42 victory and securing the program's first league title since 2004.[20] That effort contributed to his season total of 1,816 rushing yards, surpassing Bo Jackson's school record and earning him a spot as a Heisman Trophy finalist, where he finished sixth in voting.[4] His consistent excellence transformed Auburn's ground game into one of the nation's most formidable units, averaging over 300 rushing yards per game and providing critical balance to quarterback Nick Marshall's dual-threat ability.[21] Key moments highlighted Mason's impact in high-stakes matchups. In the Iron Bowl against rival Alabama, he rushed for 164 yards and a touchdown on 29 carries, helping Auburn secure a thrilling 34-28 upset victory that clinched their SEC West title and snapped the Crimson Tide's national title hopes.[22] Mason carried that momentum into the 2014 BCS National Championship Game against Florida State, where he recorded 195 rushing yards and a touchdown on 34 attempts—plus a receiving score—setting a BCS title game rushing record, though Auburn fell 34-31 after Florida State scored the game-winning touchdown with 13 seconds left.[23] Throughout his Auburn tenure, Mason's on-field leadership and explosive plays were instrumental in revitalizing the program, fostering a culture of resilience that led to 12 wins in 2013 and restored Auburn's status as a national contender.[24]College statistics and awards
During his three seasons at Auburn University from 2011 to 2013, Tre Mason established himself as a prolific rusher, accumulating 2,979 rushing yards on 516 attempts with 32 rushing touchdowns, while also contributing modestly through the air with 19 receptions for 249 yards and one receiving touchdown.[25] His performance peaked in 2013, when he led the Southeastern Conference in rushing yards and touchdowns.[26] The following table summarizes his year-by-year statistics, including per-game averages for rushing yards.| Year | Games Played | Rushing Att. | Rushing Yds. | Rushing Avg. | Rushing YPG | Rushing TD | Rec. | Rec. Yds. | Rec. TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 12 | 28 | 161 | 5.8 | 13.4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 12 | 171 | 1,002 | 5.9 | 83.5 | 8 | 7 | 86 | 0 |
| 2013 | 14 | 317 | 1,816 | 5.7 | 129.7 | 23 | 12 | 163 | 1 |
| Career | 38 | 516 | 2,979 | 5.8 | 78.4 | 32 | 19 | 249 | 1 |
Professional career
Pre-draft process and scouting
Following a breakout junior season at Auburn in 2013, where he rushed for 1,816 yards and 23 touchdowns en route to All-SEC honors, Tre Mason declared for the 2014 NFL Draft, elevating his draft stock among running back prospects.[33] Mason participated in key pre-draft events to showcase his athleticism and skills. At the 2014 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, he measured 5 feet 8½ inches tall and weighed 207 pounds, while recording a 40-yard dash time of 4.50 seconds, a vertical jump of 38.5 inches, a broad jump of 10 feet 6 inches, and a 20-yard shuttle time of 4.15 seconds; he opted not to participate in the bench press or 3-cone drill.[34][35] Later, at Auburn's pro day on March 7, 2014, Mason ran unofficial 40-yard dashes in the 4.45-4.50 range, performed position drills, and conducted interviews with NFL teams, including the St. Louis Rams, who expressed interest in his compact build and agility.[36] Scouting reports highlighted Mason's strengths in vision, burst, and elusiveness, praising his low center of gravity, quick first step, and ability to navigate traffic with patience and lateral agility, making him effective in short-yardage and gap schemes.[37][38] However, evaluators noted concerns over his smaller stature, which could limit his power against NFL defenders, along with questions about durability given his heavy college workload of 317 carries in 2013 and a history of minor injuries.[39][40] Additional weaknesses included limited top-end speed for breakaway runs and pass-protection deficiencies, positioning him as a mid-round prospect best suited for a complementary role.[37][41] In the 2014 NFL Draft held in New York City, the St. Louis Rams selected Mason in the third round with the 75th overall pick, viewing him as a dynamic change-of-pace back to complement their ground game.[1]St. Louis/Los Angeles Rams tenure
Mason was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the third round (75th overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft and signed a four-year rookie contract worth $2.953 million, including a $639,852 signing bonus.[1] As a rookie, he began the season as the backup to incumbent starter Zac Stacy, sharing carries early on with limited snaps.[42] Following Stacy's midseason trade to the New York Jets on October 16, 2014, Mason assumed the starting role for the final 10 games, rushing for 765 yards on 179 carries with 4 touchdowns, providing a key boost to the Rams' ground game amid quarterback instability.[43] His performance earned him a spot on the Pro Football Writers of America All-Rookie Team, highlighting his burst and vision as a change-of-pace runner.[1] In 2015, Mason's role diminished after the Rams drafted Todd Gurley 10th overall, shifting him to a backup position on a crowded depth chart that included Gurley, Mason, and Benny Cunningham.[44] He appeared in 10 games with 3 starts, managing just 207 rushing yards on 75 carries and 1 touchdown, a sharp decline attributed to Gurley's emergence as the primary back and Mason's own hamstring injury that sidelined him for Week 1.[1][45] The Rams' relocation to Los Angeles following the 2015 season added organizational upheaval, but Mason's production waned further as the team prioritized Gurley's development amid ongoing backfield adjustments.[46] Mason did not play at all in 2016, excused from the offseason program for personal reasons in June and subsequently placed on the reserve/did not report list in late July after failing to attend training camp.[6] The Rams expressed concern over his well-being during the absence, which lasted the entire season as the team navigated its inaugural year in Los Angeles with Gurley leading the rushing attack.[47] On March 10, 2017, the Rams released Mason unconditionally, ending his three-year tenure marked by an initial promise overshadowed by injuries, roster changes, and off-field issues.[6]Saskatchewan Roughriders stint
After becoming an unrestricted free agent following his release from the Los Angeles Rams in 2017, with no NFL offers materializing, Tre Mason signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League on May 30, 2018.[48] In his lone CFL season, Mason appeared in 18 regular-season games for the Roughriders, serving as the featured running back for much of the year while sharing carries with Marcus Thigpen.[49][8] He rushed for 809 yards and three touchdowns on 160 carries, helping the team to a 12-6 record and a Western Division title.[50] However, Mason suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during the regular-season finale against the BC Lions on October 27, 2018, causing him to miss the Roughriders' playoff game.[51] Mason underwent surgery on the injury and was projected to miss the majority of the 2019 season during his recovery.[52] The Roughriders released him on May 10, 2019, as he continued rehabilitating, and he did not sign another CFL contract thereafter.[8]Post-2019 career status
Following his release from the Saskatchewan Roughriders in May 2019 due to a torn ACL sustained during the 2018 season, Tre Mason did not secure any professional football contracts.[8] Despite earlier public statements expressing readiness to return to the NFL in 2017 and 2018, no further opportunities materialized after the injury, and Mason has not played professionally since appearing in 18 games for the Roughriders that year.[53] As of 2025, Mason is widely regarded as retired from professional football, with no reported interest from NFL, CFL, or other leagues.[1] Contributing factors include the lingering effects of multiple injuries accumulated during his career, as well as legal troubles involving arrests for traffic violations and other incidents in 2016 and 2017. Additionally, his family has raised concerns about cognitive effects from repeated concussions, with his mother stating in 2016 that they had left him with the mindset of a 10-year-old.[54] These elements have effectively sidelined any prospects for a comeback.Playing statistics
NFL career statistics
Tre Mason appeared in 25 regular season games during his NFL career from 2014 to 2016, recording 254 rushing attempts for 972 yards at an average of 3.8 yards per carry and 5 rushing touchdowns, in addition to 34 receptions for 236 receiving yards and 1 receiving touchdown.[55] He had no postseason appearances.[55] The following tables detail his year-by-year regular season rushing and receiving statistics.[55]Rushing Statistics
| Year | Team | Games Played | Attempts | Yards | Average | Longest Run | Touchdowns | Fumbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | STL | 12 | 179 | 765 | 4.3 | 89 | 4 | 2 |
| 2015 | STL | 13 | 75 | 207 | 2.8 | 15 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | STL | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 25 | 254 | 972 | 3.8 | 89 | 5 | 5 |
Receiving Statistics
| Year | Team | Games Played | Receptions | Yards | Average | Longest Reception | Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | STL | 12 | 16 | 148 | 9.3 | 35 | 1 |
| 2015 | STL | 13 | 18 | 88 | 4.9 | 16 | 0 |
| 2016 | STL | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 |
| Career | 25 | 34 | 236 | 6.9 | 35 | 1 |
CFL career statistics
Tre Mason appeared in 18 regular season games during his CFL career with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2018, compiling 160 rushes for 809 yards at an average of 5.1 yards per carry and 3 rushing touchdowns. He also recorded 21 receptions for 103 receiving yards, averaging 4.9 yards per catch. Mason did not participate in any playoff contests.[7] The following table provides a detailed breakdown of his 2018 regular season statistics, including per-game averages:| Year | Team | GP | Rushes | Rush Yds | Rush Avg | Rush YPG | Rush TD | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec Avg | Rec YPG | Fumbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | SSK | 18 | 160 | 809 | 5.1 | 44.9 | 3 | 21 | 103 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 0 |