Tyler Dupree (born 8 February 2000) is a rugby league footballer who plays as a for the Wigan Warriors in the Super League.
He previously spent time on loan from the Leeds Rhinos at the York City Knights, Featherstone Rovers and the Batley Bulldogs in the Championship. Dupree has also played for Oldham and the Widnes Vikings in the Championship, and Salford Red Devils in the Super League.
Playing career
Born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, Dupree played junior rugby league for Siddal, and was part of the Halifax Elite Rugby Academy. At the age of 16, he signed scholarship forms with Salford Red Devils before later joining the academy at Leeds Rhinos. Dupree played at youth level for the Yorkshire origin and England Academy sides whilst at Leeds. After being released by Leeds without making a first team appearance, Dupree considered quitting the sport.
In August 2020, Dupree signed a one-year deal with Oldham. He scored 10 tries in 18 appearances, making him the club's top try scorer during the 2021 season. Despite the club's relegation from the Championship, he received the Championship Young Player of the Year award in recognition of his performances. He subsequently joined Widnes Vikings.
In May 2022, Dupree was signed by Salford in an exchange deal which saw Josh Johnson transfer from Salford to Widnes. He made his Super League début against his former club, the Leeds Rhinos.
In April 2023, Dupree made his international debut for England against France.
In May 2023, Dupree submitted a transfer request, which was rejected by Salford. In July 2023, Dupree was signed by Wigan Warriors for an undisclosed fee, with Brad Singleton moving from Wigan to Salford as part of the deal. In round 20 of the 2023 Super League season, Dupree made his Wigan debut and scored a try in the clubs 44-18 victory over rivals Leigh. On 14 October 2023, Dupree played in Wigan's 2023 Super League Grand Final victory over the Catalans Dragons.
Personal life
Dupree's great uncle Billy Joe Dupree played American football for the Dallas Cowboys, with whom he won a Superbowl.