Saw action as a nearly 300-pound blocking back in 2010 before moving exclusively to the offensive line in 2011 ... emerged as the starting center as a junior.
as a junior (2012)
Started all 11 games at center ... helped clear the way for all-time leading rusher Larry McCoy ... blocked for a DU offense that averaged 27.1 points and 358 yards per game.
as a sophomore (2011)
Played in all 11 games on special teams and as a backup on the offensive line.
as a freshman (2010)
Played in six games as blocking back/offensive lineman ... lined up in the backfield in short-yardage situations.
personal
Helped AAA Clearfield Area to a 10-3 record and MAC Conference championship and District IX title ... anchored an offensive line that paved the way for a pair of 1,000-yard backs and a 1,000-yard passer ... also started at defensive tackle where he had 46 tackles and 2.5 sacks ... named Associated Press and Pennsylvania Football News Class AAA first team all-state and District IX offensive lineman of the year ... was first team all-conference as both a center and defensive lineman ... selected to play for the West in the Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association All-Star Game ... team captain ... three-year letterman ... also lettered in wrestling, basketball and track ... was the 2008 District IX discus champion ... major: athletic training ... date of birth: 4/19/91.
