Tayten Duncan is a safety from Mustang, Oklahoma, who was a three-star recruit by recruiting services in the 2026 class. At Mustang High School under head coach Lee Blankenship, Duncan accumulated 184 tackles and five interceptions over his final two seasons. During his senior year, he recorded 111 tackles, including seven for loss, and two interceptions while helping the team to an 8-4 record. As a junior, he posted 73 tackles, three interceptions, and four pass breakups. Duncan also excelled in track and field, winning the 2026 Oklahoma Class 6A state long jump championship at 23' 7.75". He chose Iowa State over West Virginia and is now a true freshman.