2006: Sat out the season as a redshirt.

High School: Two-year starter as an offensive lineman at Columbus High School...helped lead the Explorers to a combined 18-4 record...as a senior, he led the squad to a district title and the third round of the playoffs.

Personal: Born Aug. 8, 1986, in Miami, Fla...son of Maribeth Kojkowski...has a sister, Nicole...majoring in political science.