2006: Sat out the season as a redshirt.

High School: Four-year starter at defensive end at Manatee High School for coach Joe Rinnan...as a senior, led the Hurricanes to a regional championship and a 12-4 record.

Personal: Born July 1, 1988, in Bradenton, Fla...son of Ray and Jill...has two siblings, Alex and Kelli...majoring in finance.