2011 Football Preseason Media Guide by Angelo State University

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Will WAGNER HEAD COACH

West Texas native Will Wagner, formerly the assistant head coach at perennial NCAA Division II powerhouse Northwest Missouri State University, was named Angelo State’s head football coach in December. Athletics Director Kathleen Brasfield announced the appointment of the seventh football coach to lead the Angelo State University Rams. She said Wagner will bring solid coaching and administrative credentials to the job because of his experience at Northwest Missouri State, one of the most successful Division II programs in the country for more than a decade. Since joining the Northwest Missouri staff in 1998, Will Wagner has helped lead the Bearcats to 10 MidAmerica Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) championships, seven national championship games and three national titles. During his tenure, the Bearcats were 108-8 (.931) in the 12-member MIAA. As a player, Wagner was an All-American defensive back at Hardin-Simmons University, where he played from 1992-95 and earned selection to the university’s 20th Anniversary Team in the fall of 2009. He helped lead Odessa Permian to a Texas State Championship during his senior season in 1991. In making the appointment, Brasfield said, “I have never seen anyone present a better plan than Coach Wagner for elevating the competitiveness of a football program, not just on the conference level, but also on the national level. He’s very impressive with the plan he will implement. Coach Wagner has learned well from Mel Tjeerdsma, who has developed Northwest Missouri into a perennial Division II power. “Coach Wagner knows the X’s and O’s, but equally important, he understands how to manage scholarships effectively. He’s able to handle budget reductions without compromising the opportunity for success. In Division II, the challenge is managing scholarships. Learning how to maximize those dollars decides whether you are successful or not. You can know all the X’s and O’s in the world, but if you have not done an effective job with scholarships, you won’t be successful.” Wagner succeeds Dale Carr, who had a 28-36 record in six seasons with the Rams. Wagner was an assistant coach on the Northwest Missouri team that defeated ASU, 45-14, in San Angelo Stadium in the first round of the D-II playoffs in 2005, Carr’s inaugural year as ASU coach. “I’ve been watching and learning from Mel Tjeerdsma for 11 years and in the last couple of years I

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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS YEAR SCHOOL 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Hardin Simmons Hardin Simmons Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State Northwest Missouri State

TOTAL

REC. RESPONSIBILITY

8-3 7-3 15-0 14-1 11-1 7-4 12-1 8-3 11-2 11-4 14-1 12-2 13-2 14-1 12-2

Graduate Assistant Coach Graduate Assistant Coach Graduate Assistant Coach Graduate Assistant Coach Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Assistant Coach/DBs Asst. Head Coach/DBs Asst. Head Coach/DBs Asst. Head Coach/DBs Asst. Head Coach/DBs

169-30 (.849)

0 – Losing seasons by teams with Wagner on staff 3 – NCAA Division II National Championships (1998, 1999, 2009) 7 – NCAA Division II National Championship Game appearances (1998, 1999, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2009)

11 – NCAA Division II Playoff appearances 11 – 10-win seasons in 15 years as an assistant, including four years of 14 wins or more

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started to figure out that I’m ready to do this,” Wagner said. “The great thing is Angelo State’s history. They’re in Division II, and that’s what I know more than anything. They’re in a great conference, the Lone Star Conference, where we’re going to be competing every weekend with a top team. That’s very similar to the MIAA Conference that Northwest Missouri State is in. I just see it being a perfect fit right now. It’s a program that wants to get back to its tradition and its history of winning, and I believe I’m the guy that can take it the next step.” At Northwest Missouri, Wagner first served as a graduate assistant coach for two seasons before being hired fulltime to serve as defensive backs coach, a job he held even after being named assistant head coach prior to the 2007 season. Under his tutelage, 12 defensive backs combined to earn 18 All-MIAA honors, including Myles Burnsides, a two-time All-American who was named National Defensive Player of the Year in 2008. Northwest Missouri has finished six of the last eight seasons with at least 10 defensive players recording interceptions. In 2009, 11 Bearcats picked off 25 passes, the second-highest total in the nation. The Bearcats have averaged nearly 18 interceptions per season since 2004. Last season, Northwest Missouri finished 12-2 and advanced to the D-II national semifinals before losing to Minnesota Duluth, 17-13. As a Hardin-Simmons Cowboy, Wagner started a record 47 games, set school records for interceptions in a season with eight and set an American Southwest Conference record for career picks with 23. He was also credited with 185 tackles and 52 pass break-ups. He stayed on as a graduate assistant at Hardin-Simmons for the 1996 and 1997 seasons. Wagner and his wife, Andrea, have two sons, Brooks and Brayden. WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT WILL WAGNER Mel Tjeerdsma, Northwest Missouri State Head Coach

“He’s very deserving of putting himself in that position. He’s been extremely loyal and patient. He’s been a guy that hasn’t been out looking for a job, but rather has been very good at his job. I think he’s going to be an outstanding head coach. He’s a very creative individual. He’s meant so much to me, taking care of all the little things that people take for granted. He was always trying to make things better, and that was great for me because I’m the type of guy that just accepts things and keeps moving on. I’m going to miss him, he was such an asset to us in that respect. He’s a great person. He’s very genuine. What you see is what you get with Will Wagner. He’s a very classy individual, first class all the way. “Our success here has been a combination of a lot of us doing a lot of work together and Will was an integral part of that. I’m thrilled for him. I think it’s a great opportunity and I think its great for Angelo State. I don’t know if you could have got a better one.” Bob Boerigter, MIAA Commissioner and former Northwest Missouri State Athletic Director

“Whatever we asked Will to do during my time at Northwest Missouri State, he did it well. He obviously had a lot to do with, and was an integral part of the success of our high profile football team there. There’s no question in my mind that he will continue to do whatever is asked of him well, including being a head coach. I expect great things from him and Angelo State in the future.” Jimmie Keeling, former Hardin-Simmons Head Coach

“It’s a great, great thing for Will and Angelo State both. He’s a super, super young person and a super coach. He was an All-American for us at defensive back and he’s had a great background with Mel Tjeerdsma. Mel is a good friend of ours and he absolutely loves Will. You’re going to be very excited about having him, you’re going to love Will. He’s going to get that thing going like it needs to be. Will thinks, and I think as well, that Angelo State is going to be one of the top Division II schools in America. That’s what it deserves to be and it made a giant step in that direction by hiring Will.” Craig Naivar, Rice Assistant Coach and former roommate/teammate at Hardin-Simmons

“It’s a tremendous hire. Will is a winner, a proven winner. He was a big time player in high school with the tradition of Odessa Permian, he was a leader and playmaker in college and he’s been a tremendous teacher and has won three national championships at Northwest Missouri. They couldn’t have picked a better guy to lead that program. He’s from West Texas so he really values the people from that part of the country. He’s been around a lot of great coaches that led him to this point and I think you’ve picked a tremendous name there. He’s a guy that the players are not only going to see as a leader and a coach, but as a role model – not only on the football field, but off the field as well. He’s going to do a tremendous job connecting with people in the community. “(Angelo State) hit a home run with Will. He’s going to do great things there.” Brandon Clayton, former player and graduate assistant under Wagner at Northwest Missouri State

“Coach Wagner is a great guy, first and foremost. He taught me a lot about the game of football and some other things in life. He relates well with kids – he can talk to anybody and he’s great at building relationships. He’s a really cool guy. He’s also a really smart coach. He knows the in and outs of everything on the defensive side of the ball. I’ve had a chance to work extensively with him on the headsets, out on the practice field, in the film room, and game planning against different teams. He’s a very knowledgeable guy and I think he’s going to do a great job at Angelo State. I’m sure he’s capable of taking the program where he wants it to go and will have a goal to accomplish some of the great things we’ve done here at Northwest Missouri State.”

AT A GLANCE FAMILY

Wife, Andrea Children, Brooks and Brayden.

EDUCATION

Graduated from Permian High School in 1992. Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Hardin-Simmons in 1996. Graduated with a master’s degree in health and physical education from Northwest Missouri State in 2000.

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Helped lead Permian High School to a Texas State Championship during his senior season in 1991; earned all-America honors as a four-year starter at Hardin-Simmons where he set school records for interceptions in a season with eight and set an American Southwest Conference record for career picks with 23.

COACHING BACKGROUND

Graduate assistant coach at Hardin-Simmons (1996-97); Graduate assistant coach at Northwest Missouri State (1998-99); Assistant coach/defensive backs at Northwest Missouri State (2000-2006); Assistant head coach/ defensive backs at Northwest Missouri State (1998-2010).

Myles Burnsides, former player and graduate assistant under Wagner at Northwest Missouri State

“I’m excited to see what he can do. As far as the kind of person he is, I couldn’t describe a better person than Coach Wagner. Not only is he intelligent and can do all the things in football, but he’s so hard working in everything that he does. He’s a big family man and a role model for us. You couldn’t ask for a better person and I’m happy for him. He taught me everything and gave this small town kid a chance to play. He was just such a great role model for me and he’s so smart on the football field. As a player he related to me and wanted me to play so well, and he’s a great motivator. I will definitely always look up to him.”

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Theron AYCH ASSISTANT HEAD COACH // WRs AND QBs Theron Aych (pronounced like the letter “H”) has coached football across the country, across all levels and began his second stint in Texas when he joined the Angelo State staff in January as the assistant head coach with additional duties of overseeing the development of Ram quarterbacks and wide receivers. The Zachary, La., native most recently coached at NCAA Division II Central Missouri for four years after previously serving as an assistant at the University of Washington and the University of Houston, NCAA Division I institutions. He’s also coached a the junior college level – Fort Scott (Kan.) Community College and Mesabi Range (Minn.) Community College – and at the high school level at Aberdeen (S.D.) Central. Whether it was in the Midwest, North, Northwest, or South, Aych has helped his players produce on the football field and realize their full potential as student-athletes, with several going on to play professionally. At Central Missouri as wide receivers coach and special teams coordinator, Aych mentored Delanie Walker, a Harlon Hill Trophy candidate as one of the top NCAA Division II football players and eventual selection in the 2006 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. Aych helped three players garner all-conference honors in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA), one of the toughest Division II conferences in the country. Prior to coaching the Mules, Aych spent two seasons at Washington on the other side of the line of scrimmage, assisting with the outside linebackers and punters as a graduate assistant. Aych coached two Huskies – linebackers Marquis Cooper and Greg Carothers – who signed NFL contracts. Cooper was an All-Pac 10 selection in 2003 and a fourthround pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Aych’s first foray into Texas football was at Houston where as a coach of the running backs, tight ends and specialists, he helped the Cougars post one of its top seasons of rushing as a member of Conference USA. Aych worked with a trio of future NFL players in Mike Clark (Oakland Raiders), Joffrey Reynolds (St. Louis Rams), and Chris Robertson (Green Bay Packers). Reynolds had one of the most prolific running back careers at UH, earning Sporting News Conference C-USA Offensive Player of the Year honors and All-America Honorable Mention recognition from CNNSI.com. Reynolds still holds the Cougars’ school record for single game yardage after rushing for 300 yards and four touchdowns against East Carolina in 2002. Reynolds, now a running back with the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League, has been named a CFL All-Star three times and a Western Division All-Star four times. Reynolds led the CFL in rushing in 2008 while helping Calgary capture the Grey Cup. From 1998-99 Aych was the assistant head coach at Fort Scott Community College and in his second year helped the Greyhounds snap a streak of winless seasons and play postseason football in the Mineral Water Bowl. Under his guidance, two Greyhound receivers earned All-Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference First Team honors and major Division I scholarships. The previous season, Aych worked as the offensive coordinator at Mesabi Range College (Minn.) and saw running back Tyrone Morgan earn the MJCCC Offensive MVP award. Aych began his coaching career in the high school ranks as an assistant coach at Aberdeen (S.D.) Central High School. Aych was part of a coaching staff that helped Central quarterback Josh Heupel set numerous state records in passing attempts and passing yardage. Heupel earned a Division I scholarship and later was a runner-up for the Heisman Trophy at Oklahoma. Aych earned three letters as a wide receiver at Northern State University in Aberdeen and was an All-NSIC Honorable Mention selection. He earned a degree in sociology and criminal justice from NSU in 1996, and met his wife, Gwyn, in college. They have two children, Tommy and Katelyn.

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AT A GLANCE FAMILY

Wife, Gwyn Children, Thomas and Katelyn.

EDUCATION

Graduated from Zachary High School in 1989. Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in sociology and criminal justice from Northern State in 1996. Took graduate-level courses at the University of Houston and the University of Washington.

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

A three-year letterwinner at Northern State in Aberdeen, S.D. Earned All-NSIC Honorable Mention honors at wide receiver for the Wolves.

COACHING BACKGROUND

Assistant coach/co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers at Aberdeen Central High School (1995-97); Assistant coach/offensive coordinator at Mesabi Range Community College (1997-98); Assistant head coach at Fort Scott Community College (1998-2000); Graduate assistant coach at the University of Houston (2000); Assistant coach/runningbacks at the University of Houston (2001-02); Graduate assistant coach/outside linebackers and punters at University of Washington (2003-04); Assistant coach/wide receivers and special teams at Central Missouri (2004-08).

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Russell GASKAMP OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR // OL An offensive lineman and blocker for a University of Texas Heisman Trophy winner, Russell Gaskamp joined the Angelo State staff as offensive line coach in 2009 and provided an immediate boost for the Rams on offense. In January, Gaskamp was tabbed as the Rams new offensive coordinator by first-year ASU head coach Will Wagner. Gaskamp’s offensive line helped pave the way for a 2009 team that produced nearly 400 yards of offense per game, the highest ASU output in more than three years and an increase of nearly 1,500 yards from the previous season. The line continued to improve in 2010 and ranked third in the nation with just six sacks allowed in 10 games. Furthermore, ASU passed for a school record 3,086 yards and sophomore guard Austin Sumrall, a player Gaskamp recruited and developed, was the first lineman to be selected to the Lone Star Conference First or Second Team since 2006. Angelo State’s improvement on the field was the second consecutive Gaskamp-arrives-team-gets-better scenarios. Gaskamp came to ASU after three seasons as offensive coordinator and offensive line coach at Southwestern Oklahoma State, a fellow LSC institution. For the Bulldogs, he led an offensive unit that ranked sixth in the LSC in both total offense and passing offense, seventh in rushing offense and third in sacks-against in 2008. Prior to his arrival, the Bulldogs had ranked last in the conference in total offense, rushing offense, scoring offense and sacks-against as well as 10th in passing offense. During his time with the Bulldogs, Gaskamp mentored All-LSC First Team selection and 2007 LSC Co-Lineman of the Year Austin Ellis. Gaskamp also helped quarterback Steve Day shred the SWOSU offensive record book record, just as Angelo State quarterback Josh Neiswander did during his final two seasons at Angelo State before signing a professional contract with the Montreal Alouettes in the Canadian Football League. Before heading to SWOSU, Gaskamp was the offensive line coach at another LSC school, Texas A&M-Commerce. With the Lions, Gaskamp coached another LSC Offensive Lineman of the Year in Ryan Graves, who garnered the accolade in 2005. Gaskamp has also made coaching stops at Sam Houston State from 2003-05 as a graduate assistant where he coached two All-American tight ends, at Austin Johnston High School (2001-03) as assistant head coach and offensive coordinator, and with the Austin Rattlers (2000-02) of the North American Football League. For the Rattlers, he served as an offensive assistant before taking over as head coach in 2002 and leading the Rattlers to a 13-2 record and a spot in the NAFL National Championship Game. The Rattlers won back-to-back NAFL titles from 2000-01. A native of Weatherford, Okla., Gaskamp is a 1999 graduate of the University of Texas, where he was a second team All-Big XII selection at center. He started all 13 games as a senior, blocking for Heisman Trophy winner and fifth-overall pick in the 1999 NFL Draft, Ricky Williams. Overall, he was part of three conference championship teams, played in the Sun, Sugar, Fiesta and Cotton Bowls and was voted to the Longhorns All-Decade Team. Gaskamp earned his master’s degree from Sam Houston State in 2005. He and his wife, Justine, reside in San Angelo.

AT A GLANCE FAMILY

Wife, Justine

EDUCATION

Graduated from Weatherford (Okla.) High School in 1994. Graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas in 1999. Earned a master’s degree from Sam Houston State in 2005.

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Part of three conference championship teams and made four bowl game appearances as an offensive lineman at UT. A second team All-Big XII selection at center who helped pave the way for Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams.

COACHING BACKGROUND

Head coach and offensive assistant with the NAFL’s Austin Rattlers (2000-02); Assistant coach/offensive coordinator at Austin Johnson High School (2001-03); Graduate assistant coach at Sam Houston State (2003-05); Assistant coach/offensive line at Texas A&MCommerce (2005); Offensive Coordinator and offensive line coach at Southwestern Oklahoma State (2006-08); Assistant coach/offensive line at Angelo State (2009-10).

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Mike WALTON DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR Recognized as one of the top 75 players in Lone Star Conference history for his performance at linebacker while playing for Eastern New Mexico, Michael Walton is entering his 11th season coaching and his first at Angelo State. Walton was named the Rams defensive coordinator in January 2011 by first-year ASU head coach Will Wagner. Walton will also serve as the linebackers position coach where he stresses stopping the opponent’s running game and eliminating easy passes. The Rams will move to a 4-2-5 defense under Walton this season. Prior to his arrival at ASU, Walton coached at the New Mexico Military Institute, Sam Houston State and Eastern New Mexico. Last season at the New Mexico Military Institute, he served as co-defensive coordinator where he developed game plans. The 2010 Broncos logged 17 sacks, 12 interceptions, blocked five kicks and registered three defensive touchdowns. In three seasons at Sam Houston State, Walton coached cornerbacks and was the special teams coordinator and recruiting coordinator for the Bearkats. His special teams finished first overall in the Southland Conference in punt returns and net punting. Walton’s first defensive coordinator job came at Eastern New Mexico in 2006. He was previously the Greyhounds quarterbacks coach, special teams coordinator, recruiting coordinator and outside linebackers coach since 2000. His defense while serving as coordinator held opponents to 115 yards rushing and 222 yards passing. Eastern New Mexico was the Lone Star Conference South Division Co-Champions in 2000 during Walton’s first year coaching. Walton compiled a long list of honors while playing for the Greyhounds and head coach Harold “Bud” Elliot. A fouryear starter, he was a two-time Associated Press All-American and American Football Coaches Association All-American. He was also a three-time Lone Star Conference first-team selection. Walton holds the Eastern New Mexico single-season tackles record at 155 in 1997 and owns the school’s career tackle record with 515. He was named the Greatest Greyhound (an award honoring the school’s top athlete from all sports) three times while at Eastern New Mexico. The Lone Star Conference honored Walton as one of the top 75 football players and coaches during its 75th anniversary celebration in 2007. A Springlake-Earth High School graduate, Walton was a two-time all-district selection and earned the district’s Most Valuable Player honor in his senior season. Walton earned his bachelor’s degree in Special Education in 2000 and his master’s in Sports Administration in 2002. He and his wife, Alicia, have one daughter, Lucia. The Waltons are expecting their second child in early September.

AT A GLANCE FAMILY

Wife, Alicia. Daughter, Lucia.

EDUCATION

Graduated from Springlake-Earth High School in 1994. Graduated from Eastern New Mexico with a bachelor’s degree in 2000. Graduated from Eastern New Mexico with a master’s degree in 2002.

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Was a two-time All-American and three-time first-team Lone Star Conference selection at ENMU. Holds the Greyhounds career tackles record with 515 and the single season record with 155 in 1997.

COACHING BACKGROUND

Graduate assistant at Eastern New Mexico (2000-2002); Quarterbacks/Fullbacks; Running Backs; Special Teams Coordinator and head strength coach at ENMU (2002-2005); Defensive coordinator with ENMU (2006-2007); Corners/ Special teams coordinator at Sam Houston State (2007-2010); Co-defensive coordinator at the New Mexico Military Institute (2010); Defensive coordinator at Angelo State (2011).

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Michael SLATER ASSISTANT COACH // DL Michael Slater enters his first year as the Rams defensive line coach after being named to first-year head coach Will Wagner’s staff in January. Slater coached at Rice University the last three seasons as a graduate assistant after 12 years coaching high school in the Houston area. Slater was the Owls assistant defensive line coach with additional responsibilities for scouting reports and defensive film breakdowns. A Dickinson native, Slater played collegiate football at Southwest Texas State after being honored as a two-time all-district performer for the Dickinson Gators. At Rice, Slater coached under head coach David Bailiff who was an assistant coach under Dennis Franchione at SWT (now Texas State) when he played for the Bobcats. The Owls won the Texas Bowl 38-14 over Western Michigan in Slater’s first season at the school. Slater coached Conference USA second-team selection Scott Solomon and honorable mention player Cheta Ozougwu. Before moving to the college ranks, Slater coached high school football at Alief Taylor and Alief Hastings. At Taylor (2001-2008), Slater was the special teams coordinator and coached the defensive line. He also coached throwers in track and field and soccer for two seasons. At Hastings (1996-2001), Slater coached defensive ends in football along with teaching special education and coaching junior varsity basketball. Slater coached Ozougwu (Rice), Brian Walwyn (Holy Cross), Michael Bennett (Texas A&M, Tampa Bay Buccaneers), Martellus Bennett (Texas A&M, Dallas Cowboys), Shawn Woods (McMurry) during their high school careers. He was also a student assistant coach in 1993 at Southwest Texas. Slater is the first graduate assistant coach at Rice to earn a master’s degree from the University. Slater earned a Master’s of Liberal Studies degree from Rice in 2010. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural/Animal Science from Southwest Texas after graduating from Dickinson High in 1989. Slater has one son, Kyle.

AT A GLANCE FAMILY Son, Kyle

EDUCATION

Graduated from Dickinson High in 1989. Graduated from Southwest Texas State with a bachelor’s degree in 1993. Graduated from Rice University with a master’s degree in 2010.

PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Played on the defensive line at Southwest Texas State.

COACHING BACKGROUND

Defensive line coach at Alief Hastings (1996-2001); Defensive line and special teams coordinator at Alief Taylor (2001-2008); Graduate assistant at Rice University (20082010); Defensive line coach at Angelo State (2011).

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Gary SALGADO

Teron GUIDRY

GRADUATE ASSISTANT // LB

GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Angelo State graduate assistant Gary Salgado won’t have trouble adjusting to the Lone Star Conference or coaching at San Angelo Stadium after previously serving as linebackers coach at Eastern New Mexico during the 2010 season. Salgado will coach the linebackers with the Rams this se ason. Prior to coaching at Eastern New Mexico, Salgado spent two years as a graduate assistant at the University of Wyoming where he helped coach the Cowboys to an overtime win over Fresno State in the New Mexico Bowl. He arrived at Wyoming from Fullerton Community College in Fullerton, Calif., where he served as a defensive assistant coach for four seasons, working with the defensive line and linebackers. His final season at Fullerton, he also coordinated the special teams. During his four years at Fullerton Community College from 2003-06, the Hornets captured a Mission Conference Championship in 2003, posting a perfect 5-0 conference record and advancing to the finals of the Southern California Junior College playoffs. Salgado also helped coach the Hornets to the 2004 Golden Empire Bowl where they defeated Bakersfield College. In 2005, Fullerton also advanced to the state playoffs. Salgado began his college playing career at Fullerton College as a defensive end from 1999-2001. His sophomore season he earned the Hornet Pride Award. He then continued his college playing career at West Virginia Tech University, an NAIA member school in Montgomery, W.Va. Salgado played defensive end for the Golden Bear Football program for two seasons, 2001 and 2002. Originally from Garden Grove, Calif., Salgado graduated from Los Alamitos High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education from Chapman University in Orange, Calif., in 2005. Salgado married the former Justine Pritchett on July 11, 2008. He is the son of Blanca and Gilbert Salgado, and has one brother, Gilbert.

Drew DALLAS GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Drew Dallas is in his first year as an Angelo State offensive graduate assistant coach. Dallas spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach at Kansas Wesleyan University after graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education at the Salina, Kan. university. Dallas played quarterback for two seasons for Kansas Wesleyan after starting his collegiate career at Fort Hays State. He played and then coached under his father, Dave Dallas, who is entering his 14th season as the head coach at KWU after eight years at Ottawa University. Drew Dallas threw for 2,882 yards and 33 touchdowns at Kansas Wesleyan. He ranks second in career passing completions and third in passing yards on the Coyotes’ all-time list. Dallas is a graduate of Salina Central High and was a sophomore and junior during the Mustangs back-to-back state championship season in 2001 and 2002. Dallas is married to Heather Dallas. He is pursing a master’s degree in Education.

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Teron Guidry is in his first year as an Angelo State offensive graduate assistant coach. Guidry spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach at Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Guymon after graduating from the university in 2009. Guidry played wide receiver for the Aggies. He was selected the team’s captain his sophomore and senior seasons. As the receiver’s coach at Oklahoma Panhandle, Guidry coached Doug Williams who was a two-time First Team All-Independent selection and a Third Team AllAmerican by Don Hanson Football Gazette. The League City native graduated from Clear Creak High School in 2005. Guidry was an all-district performer as a defensive back and receiver while playing for the Wildcats. Guidry is pursuing his master’s degree at Angelo State in education.

Justin RICHTER GRADUATE ASSISTANT Justin Richter is in his first year as an Angelo State defensive graduate assistant coach. Richter spent last season as a wide receivers coach at New Mexico Military Institute (JC) after graduating from the University of Saint Mary in 2010 with a Bachelor’s of Science in sports management. Richter played wide receiver and special teams for the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas for two seasons. He also attended and played two years of football at New Mexico Military Institute (JC) during his first two years of college. Richter played his high school football for former Angelo State quarterback Dwight Burns at New Mexico Military Institute (HS). Richter led his team to the Class 3A state championship game and was named an all-district quarterback his senior season. Born in Truth or Consequences, N.M., Richter spent last year back at New Mexico Military Institute (JC) as an assistant coach on the offensive side of the ball. Richter coached Xan Mangum who led the National Junior College Athletic Association in receiving and was named an honorable mention All-America selection. Richter is pursuing a master’s degree in education.

@ WESTERN STATE Saturday, Sept. 3 - 2 p.m.

@ CHADRON STATE

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2011 ANGELO STATE SCHEDULE

Saturday, Sept. 3 - 1 p.m.

CENTRAL OKLAHOMA Saturday, Sept. 17 - 2 p.m. Home opener

@ ABILENE CHRISTIAN Saturday, Sept. 24 - 6 p.m. Big Country-Concho Valley Shootout

HIGH HOPES AS WAGNER ERA BEGINS

Excitement is building as Angelo State head coach Will Wagner and his staff prepare for the 2011 season. Wagner brings 15 years of experience as an assistant coach, having never seen a losing season while helping teams to a sparkling .849 winning percentage. Wagner, an Odessa native and state champion at Permian High School, comes to Angelo State from Northwest Missouri State - an NCAA Division II powerhouse that Wagner assisted to three National Championships and seven title game appearances. Wagner knows what it takes to win and perform at the highest level, earning All-America honors as a defensive back at Hardin-Simmons before coaching numerous players to all-conference accolades and an NCAA National Defensive Player of the Year.

WHAT RETURNS? OFFENSE Rushing Yards – 86% Passing Yards – 3% Receiving Yards – 67% Scoring – 59%

EASTERN NEW MEXICO Saturday, Oct. 1 - 6 p.m. Family Day

@ WEST TEXAS A&M Saturday, Oct. 10 - 6 p.m.

MIDWESTERN STATE Saturday, Oct. 15 - 6 p.m. Homecoming

@ TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE DEFENSE Tackles – 66% Tackles for loss – 54% Sacks – 48% Interceptions – 65% Pass Break-Ups – 67% Forced Fumbles – 75% Fumble Recoveries – 100%

SPECIAL TEAMS Punt Return Yards – 8% Kickoff Return Yards – 32% Field Goals – 20% Extra Points – 7% Punting – 100%

Saturday, Oct. 22 - 2 p.m.

TEXAS A&M-KINGSVILLE Saturday, Oct. 29 - 6 p.m.

@ INCARNATE WORD Saturday, Nov. 5 - 7 p.m.

RETURNING STATISTICAL LEADERS Passing – Blake Hamblin, 1-1-0-86, 0 TD Rushing – Tristan Carter, 138-603, 5 TD Receiving – Dakarai Pecikonis, 48-838, 5 TD Scoring – Tristan Carter, 66 points Punting – George Shamblem, 44-43.4 avg. Kicking – George Shamblem, 1-3 FG, 3-3 PAT Tackles – Austin Benson, 66 Tackles Tackles for Loss – Austin Benson, 8.5 TFL Sacks – Austin Benson, 4.5 sacks Interceptions – Alvin Johnson, 4 INT Kickoff Returns – Dakarai Pecikonis, 23.7 avg. Punt Returns – Dakarai Pecikonis, 6.0 avg.

Offensive Letterman returning (18) Defensive Lettermen Returning (20) Specialist Lettermen Returning (1) Redshirts Returning (33)

TARLETON STATE Saturday, Nov. 12 - 2 p.m. Military Appreciation Day

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NO. NAME 33 Dakota Abernathy 15 C.J. Akins 94 Nick Alejandro 44 Drew Allen 16 Samir Baker 88 Nate Bayless 49 Jared Beebe 5 Austin Benson 99 Wayne Blackwell Jordan Booty 69 Stephen Boyles 54 B.J. Bradley Mark Branch 17 Anthony Brown 42 TerRe’ Camille 7 Tristan Carter 29 Ryan Clapsaddle 47 D.J. Clough 13 Michael Cochran 70 Jesse Collins 8 Gino Delucchi Chris DiClemente 97 Colt Drennan 14 Jake Eannarelli 84 Ian Early 38 Stetson Edwards 10 Brandon Eubanks 30 Jonathan Family 45 Brian Ferrell 50 Khari Ferrell 22 Nevin Gardiner Matthew Gholston Andy Gonzalez 12 Blake Hamblin 80 Donnell Harris Kellen Hearn Zane Hernandez 52 Shiloh Hickman 83 Mackenzie Hirt Kentrell Holmes 36 T.C. Hulett 98 Orlando Humble Matthew Hummingbird 85 James Hurd 60 John Huskey 64 Steven Jackson 28 Alex James 39 Greg Jaynes 24 Alvin Johnson 89 Garrett Johnson Brandon Jones 4 Joey Knight 68 Andrew Krutsinger 55 Austin Landin 73 Anthony Landry Daymond Lewis 77 Greg Lewis

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POSITION YR. LB R-Fr. WR Jr. DL Jr. FB So. RB Jr. TE Gr. TE Jr. LB Jr. DT Jr. RB Fr. OL Sr. DE Sr. DB Fr. DB So. LB Jr. RB Sr. DB R-Fr. LB Sr. QB Jr. OL Jr. QB Jr. LB/LS Fr. DL R-Fr. DB Sr. TE R-Fr. DB Jr. DB Gr. DB R-Fr. WR Sr. DL R-Fr. RB Sr. DE Fr. DE Fr. QB So. WR Sr. WR R-Fr. ATH/QB Fr. LB Jr. WR R-Fr. RB R-Fr. ATH Jr. DE Jr. DB Fr. WR R-Fr. OL R-Fr. OL R-Fr. DB R-Fr. K R-Fr. DB Jr. TE R-Fr. DE Fr. WR So. OL Jr. OL R-Fr. OL R-Fr. DB/ATH Fr. OL Sr.

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NAME Paul Mason Jake Strickler Terrance Preston Joey Knight Austin Benson Dakarai Pecikonis Tristan Carter Gino Delucchi Joseph Schumpert Brandon Eubanks Travis McCloud Donovan Roberts Blake Hamblin Michael Cochran Jake Eannarelli C.J. Akins Samir Baker Anthony Brown Jeffrey Miller Antwon Williams Blake Smith Courtney Moore Nevin Gardiner Nekechie Miller Alvin Johnson Dominique McCoy Corey Schuler Quinn Reels Alex James Ryan Clapsaddle Jonathan Family Jared Ross Dekkar Williams Dakota Abernathy Lawrence Syon Trevor Owens T.C. Hulett Jarred Martin Stetson Edwards Greg Jaynes George Shamblen Rush Seaver Lance Tissue TerRe’ Camille Drew Allen Brian Ferrell Avery Rigg D.J. Clough Brandon Willman Jared Beebe Khari Ferrell Scott Ugochukwu Shiloh Hickman Josh Mullins B.J. Bradley Austin Landin

POS. DB QB DB WR LB WR RB QB LB DB DB RB QB QB DB WR RB DB WR TE RB DB RB DB DB DB LB WR DB DB DB DB DB LB DB LB ATH K DB K P LB LB LB FB WR FB LB TE TE DL DL LB DL DE OL

HT 5-9 6-3 5-11 6-0 6-1 6-0 5-7 6-3 5-10 5-11 5-10 5-10 6-2 6-2 6-0 6-1 5-5 6-0 5-10 6-4 6-1 5-9 5-6 6-1 5-8 6-0 6-1 5-10 6-0 5-11 6-1 5-8 5-10 6-2 5-11 6-1 6-0 5-10 5-10 6-4 6-4 6-2 5-11 5-10 6-0 5-10 6-1 5-10 6-5 6-3 5-11 6-1 6-1 6-3 6-2 6-0

WT 160 205 170 185 240 175 225 215 190 205 160 220 200 180 200 190 180 170 180 230 220 200 190 175 180 210 210 165 195 170 195 150 175 215 165 220 220 185 160 190 205 225 190 205 220 205 235 215 195 240 260 210 235 250 250 290

YR. R-Fr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Gr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. R-Fr. So. Sr. So. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Jr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Sr. R-Fr. Jr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. R-Fr.

HOMETOWN / LAST SCHOOL Wichita Falls, Texas / Rider HS Middletown, Calif. / Norfolk State Bryan, Texas / Cisco JC Corinth, Texas / Lake Dallas HS Sacramento, Calif. / Del Rio (Texas) HS Allen, Texas / Allen HS Tucker, Ga. / Santa Barbara CC Santa Cruz, Calif. / Cabrillo College Gilmer, Texas / Kilgore JC Morton, Texas / Morton HS Bryan, Texas / Cisco JC Mansfield, Texas / New Mexico State Rowlett, Texas / Rowlett HS Cedar Park, Texas / Cedar Park HS Klein, Texas / Klein HS Harker Heights, Texas / Harker Heights HS Euless, Texas / Alcorn State Austin, Texas / Travis HS Dallas, Texas / Southern Arkansas Pflugerville, Texas / Pflugerville HS Burleson, Texas / Burleson HS Pflugerville, Texas / Austin Johnson HS San Jose, Calif. / Foothill JC Leander, Texas / Leander HS Houston, Texas / Lamar HS Houston, Texas / South Houston HS Leander, Texas / Navarro JC Converse, Texas / Hardin-Simmons Deer Park, Texas / Deer Park HS The Woodlands, Texas / The Woodlands HS Spring, Texas / Klein HS Corinth, Texas / Lake Dallas HS Austin, Texas / McNeil HS Weatherford, Texas / Weatherford HS Houston, Texas / Belaire HS Monahans, Texas / Monahans HS Overland Park, Kan. / Fort Scott CC Roswell, N.M. / New Mexico Military Institute Dallas, Texas / Hillcrest HS Keller, Texas / Northwest HS San Angelo, Texas / Miles HS Lampassas, Texas / Lampassas HS Big Spring, Texas / Big Spring HS Houston, Texas / Westfield HS Iraan, Texas / Abilene Christian White Deer, Texas / West Texas A&M Crane, Texas / West Texas A&M San Angelo, Texas / Central HS Wall, Texas / Hardin-Simmons Glendale, Ariz. / Glendale CC Mansfield, Texas / Timberview HS Irving, Texas / Nimitz HS Houston, Texas / Westfield HS Austin, Texas / Crockett HS Schertz, Texas / Clemens HS San Antonio, Texas / UT-San Antonio

NAME Josh Wilson Stuart Redding Preston Wimberly John Huskey Ryan Merryman Rodney Smith Steven Jackson Keefer Preece Andrew Krutsinger Stephen Boyles Jesse Collins Jerrel Walters Anthony Landry Austin Sumrall Greg Lewis Donnell Harris Xavier Traylor Mackenzie Hirt Ian Early James Hurd Excelle Osborne Bradan Ritchey Nate Bayless Garrett Johnson Kyle Patterson Chris Patterson Mike Mosley Aseante Roberts Nick Alejandro Godwin Ubah Lance Williams Colt Drennan Orlando Humble Wayne Blackwell Jordan Booty Mark Branch Chris DiClemente Matthew Gholston Andy Gonzalez Kellen Hearn Zane Hernandez Kentrell Holmes Matthew Hummingbird Brandon Jones Daymond Lewis Heston Luersen Hamilton Luper Colton Lyon Chase Martin Jeremy Mertink Zach Mueller John Shalala Talon Smith Austin Sparks Warren Truesdale Kyle Washington Jeffrey Williams Lucas Zoller

POS. OL LB DL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL WR WR WR TE WR WR TE TE TE DL DL DL DE DL DL DL DL DE DT RB DB LB/LS DE DE WR ATH/QB RB DB DE DB/ATH FB WR LB DB OL TE QB WR RB/LB QB QB DE OL

HT 6-0 5-11 6-2 6-6 6-1 6-0 6-3 6-5 6-2 6-3 6-8 6-2 6-4 6-7 6-2 5-11 5-10 5-10 6-7 6-1 6-1 6-5 6-5 6-7 6-1 6-6 6-2 6-5 6-1 6-1 6-1 6-5 6-0 6-1 5-11 6-3 5-11 6-2 6-2 6-1 6-4 5-7 6-1 6-3 5-10 6-0 6-3 6-0 6-0 6-5 6-3 5-11 5-9 6-1 6-3 6-4 6-3 6-5

WT 280 210 240 285 255 305 305 300 275 310 300 295 315 310 280 195 170 180 235 195 175 245 240 225 302 210 245 230 265 290 290 220 255 320 205 190 223 220 230 195 215 170 185 215 170 230 200 220 180 295 225 190 150 215 190 185 235 290

YR. Jr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Jr. Sr. Sr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. R-Fr. Jr. Sr. Gr. R-Fr. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. R-Fr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. R-Fr. Fr. R-Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. R-Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr.

HOMETOWN / LAST SCHOOL Hayward, Calif. / Laney JC Keller, Texas / Central HS Richardson, Texas / Berkner HS Conroe, Texas / Sam Houston State Marlin, Texas / Marlin HS Modesto, Calif. / Modesto JC The Colony, Texas / The Colony HS Hamilton, Texas / Hamilton HS Houston, Texas / Alief Taylor HS Odessa, Texas / Permian HS Watsonville, Calif. / Cabrillo College Spring, Texas / Spring HS Houston, Texas / Bellaire HS Katy, Texas / Katy HS San Antonio, Texas / Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor HS San Angelo, Texas / Lake View HS Glenn Heights, Texas / DeSoto HS Brady, Texas / Brady HS Spring, Texas / Sam Houston State Boerne, Texas / Champion HS Houston, Texas / North Shore HS Boyd, Texas / Boyd HS Burkburrnett, Texas / Burkburnett HS Gatesville, Texas / Gatesville HS Hemet, Calif. / Mt. San Jacinto College Harlingen, Texas / Marine Military Academy Houston, Texas / Northwest Missouri State Henderson, N.C. / Olney Central (Ill.) College Fredericksburg, Texas / Fredericksburg HS Austin, Texas / Johnson HS Houston, Texas / Blinn JC Boerne, Texas / Champion HS White Oak, Texas / Navarro College Houston, Texas / Ventura (Calif.) College Richardson, Texas / Richardson HS Copperas Cove, Texas / Copperas Cove HS Katy, Texas / Seven Lakes HS Austin, Texas / Bowie HS Cedar Park, Texas / Leander HS Lubbock, Texas / West Texas A&M Iraan, Texas / Iraan HS Red Oak, Texas / Red Oak HS San Angelo, Texas / Lake View HS Round Rock, Texas / Stony Point HS West Columbia, Texas / Columbia HS Granger, Texas / Granger HS Whiteright, Texas / Whiteright HS Boyd, Texas / Boyd HS San Angelo, Texas / Central HS Georgetown, Texas / Jarrell High School Victoria, Texas / Victoria West HS Sugar Land, Texas / Grand View College Odessa, Texas / Permian HS Marble Falls, Texas / Marble Falls HS San Antonio, Texas / Churchill HS Humble, Texas / Humble HS Katy, Texas / Cinco Ranch HS Austin, Texas / Bowie HS

NO. NAME Heston Luersen Hamilton Luper Colton Lyon Chase Martin 37 Jarred Martin 1 Paul Mason 11 Travis McCloud 25 Dominique McCoy 61 Ryan Merryman Jeremy Mertink 18 Jeffrey Miller 23 Nekechie Miller 21 Courtney Moore 92 Mike Mosley Zach Mueller 53 Josh Mullins 86 Excelle Osborne 35 Trevor Owens 91 Chris Patterson 90 Kyle Patterson 6 Dakarai Pecikonis 67 Keefer Preece 3 Terrance Preston 57 Stuart Redding 27 Quinn Reels 46 Avery Rigg 87 Bradan Ritchey 93 Aseante Roberts 11 Donovan Roberts 31 Jared Ross 26 Corey Schuler 9 Joseph Schumpert 40 Rush Seaver John Shalala 39 George Shamblen 20 Blake Smith 62 Rodney Smith Talon Smith Austin Sparks 2 Jake Strickler 76 Austin Sumrall 34 Lawrence Syon 41 Lance Tissue 82 Xavier Traylor Warren Truesdale 95 Godwin Ubah 51 Scott Ugochukwu 71 Jerrel Walters Kyle Washington 19 Antwon Williams 32 Dekkar Williams Jeffrey Williams 96 Lance Williams 48 Brandon Willman 56 Josh Wilson 59 Preston Wimberly Lucas Zoller

POSITION YR. FB R-Fr. WR Fr. LB Fr. DB Fr. K Jr. DB R-Fr. DB Sr. DB R-Fr. OL Sr. OL Fr. WR Jr. DB So. DB So. DL Sr. TE Fr. DL R-Fr. WR Jr. LB R-Fr. DL R-Fr. DL Jr. WR Jr. OL Sr. DB Sr. LB R-Fr. WR Jr. FB Jr. TE Sr. DE Jr. RB Sr. DB R-Fr. LB Sr. LB Sr. LB R-Fr. QB So. P Sr. RB R-Fr. OL Jr. WR Fr. RB/LB Fr. QB Sr. OL Jr. DB R-Fr. LB Sr. WR R-Fr. QB Fr. DL Sr. DL R-Fr. OL R-Fr. QB Fr. TE Sr. DB Jr. DE Fr. DL Sr. TE R-Fr. OL Jr. DL R-Fr. OL Fr.

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HIGH SCHOOLS TEXAS (101) Hometown Allen Austin Big Spring Boerne Boyd Bryan Burkburnett Burleson Cedar Park Conroe Converse Copperas Cove Corinth Crane Dallas Deer Park Del Rio Euless Fredericksburg Gatesville Georgetown Gilmer Glenn Heights Granger Hamilton Harker Heights Harlingen Houston

Player (High School) Dakarai Pecikonis (Allen HS) Josh Mullins (Crockett HS) Godwin Ubah (Johnson HS) Dekkar Williams (McNeil HS) Anthony Brown (Travis HS) Matthew Gholston (Bowie HS) Lucas Zoller (Bowie HS) Lance Tissue (Big Spring HS) James Hurd (Champion HS) Colt Drennan (Champion HS) Bradan Ritchey (Boyd HS) Colton Lyon (Boyd HS) Mackenzie Hirt (Bryan HS) Terrance Preston (Bryan HS) Travis McCloud (Bryan HS) Nate Bayless (Burkburnett HS) Blake Smith (Burleson) Michael Cochran (Cedar Park) Andy Gonzalez (Leander) John Huskey (Caney Creek) Quinn Reels (Judson) Mark Branch (Copperas Cove) Joey Knight (Lake Dallas HS) Jared Ross (Lake Dallas) Avery Rigg (Crane) Stetson Edwards (Hillcrest) Jeffrey Miller (Hillcrest) Alex James (Deer Park) Austin Benson (Del Rio HS) Samir Baker (Euless Trinity) Nick Alejandro (Fredericksburg) Garrett Johnson (Gatesville) Jeremy Mertink (Jarrell) Joseph Schumpert (Jefferson HS) Xavier Traylor (Desoto) Heston Luersen (Granger) Keefer Preece (Hamilton) CJ Akins (Harker Heights) Chris Patterson (Marine Military Academy) Andrew Krutsinger (Alief Taylor) Lawrence Syon (Belaire) Anthony Landry (Belaire) Lance Williams (North Shore) Alvin Johnson (Lamar) Excelle Osborne (North Shore) Dominique McCoy (South Houston) Wayne Blackwell (Taylor) TerRe’ Camille (Westfield) Shiloh Hickman (Westfield)

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Humble Iraan Irving Katy Keller Klein Lampassas Leander Lubbock Mansfield Marble Falls Marlin Monahans Morton Odessa Pflugerville Red Oak Richardson Round Rock Rowlett San Angelo San Antonio Schertz Spring Sugar Land The Colony The Woodlands Victoria Wall Weatherford West Columbia White Deer White Oak Whiteright Wichita Falls

Kyle Washington (Humble) Drew Allen (Iraan) Zane Hernandez (Iraan) Scott Ugochukwu (Nimitz) Jeffrey Williams (Cinco Ranch) Austin Sumrall (Katy) Chris DiClemente (Seven Lakes) Stuart Redding (Central) Greg Jaynes (Northwest) Jake Eannarelli (Klein) Rush Seaver (Lampassas) Nekechie Miller (Leander) Corey Schuler (Vista Ridge) Kellen Hearn (Lubbock) Donovan Roberts (Mansfield) Khari Ferrell (Timberview) Austin Sparks (Marble Falls) Ryan Merryman (Marlin) Trevor Owens (Monahans) Brandon Eubanks (Morton HS) Stephen Boyles (Permian) Talon Smith (Permian) Antwon Williams (Pflugerville) Courtney Moore (Austin Johnson) Kentrell Holmes (Red Oak) Preston Wimberly (Berkner) Jordan Booty (Richardson) Brandon Jones (Stormy Point) Blake Hamblin (Rowlett) D.J. Clough (Central) Chase Martin (Central) Donnell Harris (Lakeview) Matthew Hummingbird (Lakeview) George Shamblen (Miles) Warren Truesdale (Churchill) Greg Lewis (O’Connor) Austin Ladin (Cibolo Steele) B.J. Bradley (Clemens) Jonathan Family (Klein) Ian Early (Woodlands Christian Academy) Jerrel Walters (Spring) John Shalala (Kempner) Steven Jackson (The Colony) Ryan Clapsaddle (The Woodlands) Zach Mueller (Victoria West) Brandon Willman (Wall) Dakota Abernathy (Weatherford) Daymond Lewis (Columbia) Brian Ferrell (White Deer) Orlando Humble (White Oak) Hamilton Luper (Whiteright) Paul Mason (Rider HS)

ARIZONA (1) Hometown Glendale

Player (High School) Jared Bebee (Deer Valley)

CALIFORNIA (8) Hometown Hayward Hemet Middletown Modesto San Jose Santa Cruz Watsonville

Player (High School) Josh Wilson (Hayward) Kyle Patterson (West Valley) Jake Strickler (Middletown HS) Rodney Smith (Johansen) Nevin Gardiner (Oak Grove) Gino Delucchi (Santa Cruz HS) Jesse Collins (Aptos)

GEORGIA (1) Hometown Tucker

Player (High School) Tristan Carter (Tucker HS)

NEW MEXICO (1) Hometown Roswell Institute)

Player (High School) Jarred Martin (New Mexico Military

NORTH CAROLINA (1) Hometown Henderson

Player (High School) Aseante Roberts (Northern Vance)

94 Nick ALEJANDRO

LINEBACKER 6-2 // 215 // R-Fr.

DEFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-1 // 275 // Jr.

WEATHERFORD, TEXAS Weatherford HS

FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS Fredericksburg HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district honors and was named first team all-county as a senior at Weatherford High School...Played for head coach Kenny Wheaton...Three-year starter at wide receiver and safety...Team captain...Also ran track for the Kangaroos, running the 100- and 200-meter dashes and as part of the 4x100-meter relay squad. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 28, 1992...Son of Mark and Lisa Abernathy.

15 C.J. AKINS WIDE RECEIVER 6-1 // 190 // Jr. HARKER HEIGHTS, TEXAS Harker Heights HS

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with two starts at wide receiver as a sophomore...Finished the year with 36 receptions for 548 yards and tied for the team lead in touchdown receptions with six...Had a season-high 146 yards at Midwestern State (10/16)...Logged a season-high seven catches at Abilene Christian on (10/30). 2009: Appeared in nine games as a true freshman...Finished the season with nine receptions for 116 yards...Had a season-high 36 yards receiving at Eastern New Mexico on (10/3)...Ended the year with six rushes for 62 years including a season-high 31 yards rushing against Abilene Christian (10/10). HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-district honors at wide receiver at Harker Heights High School...Also named honorable mention all-district at free safety twice for the Knights...Set school record for catches in a game (11), catches in a season (216) and most blocked field goals (8).

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33 Dakota ABERNATHY

2010: Played in eight games on the defensive line as a sophomore...Finished the season with 10 total tackles, 2.0 for losses, and a sack...Recorded a season-high two tackles both against Incarnate Word (10/23) and Southeastern Oklahoma (11/6)...Also competed for the ASU Track and Field team as a thrower. 2009: Appeared in four games on defense as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with four tackles, two solo and two assists...His two solo tackles versus Southwestern Oklahoma (9/12) were both sacks totaling 11 lost yards...Also competed for the ASU Track and Field team as a thrower. 2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-sport standout at Fredericksburg High School...Starting running back for FHS, earning all-district honors twice...Named FHS Male Athlete of the Year as a senior...Led Battlin’ Billies track squad to district and regional titles as a senior and a runner-up finish at the state meet...Sparked FHS track team to district title as a junior. PERSONAL: Born July 5, 1990...son of Myron and Kandice Jost...Major is animal science. ALEJANDRO’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 4 2 2 4 2010 8 5 5 10 TOTAL 12 7 7 14

TFL Sacks 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 4.0 20

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

44 Drew ALLEN FULLBACK 6-0 // 220 // So. IRAAN, TEXAS Iraan HS // Abilene Christian University

PERSONAL: Born May 10, 1991...Son of Cedric, Sr., and Bobbie Akins. AKINS’ CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2009 9 9 115 12.8 0 31 2010 10 36 548 15.2 6 67 TOTAL 19 45 663 14.7 6 67

2010: Member of the Rams practice squad. PRIOR TO ASU: Walked on at Abilene Christian in 2009 and redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named First Team All-State in Class 1A by the Texas Sports Writers Association as a senior linebacker at Iraan High School...Won District 8-1A Defensive MVP honors in 2008 on a team that went 13-1 and made it to the Class 1A Division II quarterfinals...Had 175 tackles and three sacks during senior campaign and while also earning Associated Press Honorable Mention all-state honors. PERSONAL: Born April 16, 1990...Son of Kevin and Karen Allen...Father is a former assistant coach and the Iraan-Sheffield ISD superintendent...Brothers, Bobby and Todd, are assistant coaches at the high school level.

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16 Samir BAKER RUNNING BACK 5-5 // 180 // Jr. EULESS, TEXAS Trinity HS // Alcorn State

2010: Appeared in all 10 games at running back as a sophomore...Finished the season with 97 yards on 27 carries...Ran for a season-high 43 yards versus West Texas A&M on (9/25)...Also caught two passes for 18 yards. PRIOR TO ASU: Played in six games for Alcorn State, an NCAA Division I FCS school...Carried the ball six times for negative-4 yards and averaged 11.5 yards on four kick returns. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned Class 5A Honorable Mention All-State recognition from the Associated Press as a senior runningback at Euless Trinity High School...Helped the Trojans capture the 2007 Class 5A Division I State Championship and was named the game’s offensive MVP after rushing for 229 yards...Finished the 2007 season with more than 2,200 yards and was named DFW First-Team All-Area by Texas Prep Insider...Was also a three-year letterwinner on the track and field team. PERSONAL: Born May 24, 1990...Son of Linda Mae Baker and Visa Harris, Jr...plans to major in physical therapy. BAKER’S CAREER STATISTICS G Rushing Avg TD Long Rec Avg TD Long 2010 10 27-97 3.6 0 20 2-18 9.0 0 9 TOTAL 10 27-97 3.6 0 20 2-18 9.0 0 9

88 Nate BAYLESS TIGHT END 6-5 // 245 // Gr. BURKBURNETT, TEXAS Burkburnett HS

2010: Appeared in all 10 games starting the last nine at tight end as a redshirt junior...Finished the year with 21 receptions for 205 yards and three touchdowns earning second team All-LSC South Division...Had a season-high four catches versus Midwestern State (10/16)...Had a seasonhigh 37 yards and a touchdown versus Texas A&M-Commerce.

Recorded 13 catches for 144 yards...Tallied career-best 44 receiving yards, including a careerlong 34-yard catch, against East Central (9/8). 2006: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district and all-region honors at tight end as a senior at Burkburnett High School...Also earned all-district honors at defensive end for the Bulldogs... Earned honorable mention academic all-state recognition...Also ran track for BHS. PERSONAL: Born July 19, 1988...Son of Dennis and Shelly Bayless...Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in finance-real estate May 15, 2010...Currently pursuing a master’s of business administration. BAYLESS’ CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2007 10 13 144 11.1 0 34 2008 9 10 121 12.1 2 21 2009 DNP - Medical Hardship 2010 10 21 205 9.8 3 37 TOTAL 29 44 470 10.7 5 37

49 Jared BEEBE TIGHT END 6-3 // 240 // Jr. GLENDALE, ARIZ. Deer Valley HS // Glendale CC PRIOR TO ASU: Made the switch to tight end and played two seasons at Glendale Comunity College...Helped the Gauchos clinch back-to-back Valley of the Sun Bowl victories as a two-year starter...Caught 40 passes over two seasons for 485 yards and two scores. HIGH SCHOOL: A two-way player for Deer Valley High School...Lettered three years in football while playing both running back and linebacker...Helped the Skyhawks capture a regional championship as a junior before earning all-Northwest Region Honorable Mention Honors at lineback as a senior...Also lettered two years in basketball. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 4, 1990 in Amherst, N.Y....Son of Brian and Diane Beebe.

5 Austin BENSON LINEBACKER 6-1 // 240 // Jr. SACRAMENTO, CALIF. Del Rio (Texas) HS

2009: Missed entire season due to battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma...Received a medical hardship. 2008: Played in nine games with one start at tight end as a sophomore...Registered 10 catches for 121 yards and two scores...Had touchdown catches at Texas State and Southwestern Oklahoma...Caught three passes for 25 yards at Texas State (8/30)...Had season-long catch of 21 yards against Southwestern Oklahoma on (9/13). 2007: Appeared in all 10 games with two starts at wide receiver as a redshirt freshman...

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2010: Appeared in all 10 games with eight starts at inside linebacker as a sophomore...An All-Lone Star Conference Honorable Mention selection...Led the team in total tackles with 66 and had 8.5 total tackles for a loss, tying for the team lead...Also tied for the Rams’ lead in sacks with 4.5, including a season-high two at Southeastern Oklahoma (11/6)...Had a season-high 10 tackles against Incarnate Word on (10/23).

69 Stephen BOYLES OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-4 // 305 // Sr. ODESSA, TEXAS Permain HS

2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-district honors as a senior at Del Rio High School...named team captain and team MVP for the Rams. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 7, 1989...Son of Wayne Benson and Susie Sultherland...Major is kinesiology. BENSONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 11 1 1 2 2010 10 29 37 66 TOTAL 21 30 38 68

TFL Sacks 0.0 0 8.5 4.5 8.5 4.5

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 1 0 0 2

99 Wayne BLACKWELL DEFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-1 // 320 // Jr. HOUSTON, TEXAS James E. Taylor HS // Ventura (Calif.) Collge

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2009: Appeared in all 11 games with three starts as a running back as a redshirt freshman... finished the season with 41 carries for 156 yards and five touchdowns...had a season-high 39 yards on 15 carries with two touchdowns at Southeastern Oklahoma (10/17)...had a season-long run of 21 yards at East Central (9/19) and at West Texas A&M (10/24)...finished the season with five receptions for 33 yards including a season-long 12-yard reception at Texas State on (9/5) and versus Southwestern Oklahoma on (9/12).

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with one start on the offensive line...Helped pave the way for an ASU record 3,086 passing yards and part of a unit that allowed just six sacks. 2009: Started all 10 games he appeared in at left guard as a sophomore. 2008: Appeared in five games on the offensive line with two starts as a redshirt freshman. 2007: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-district honors at Odessa Permian High School...Academic all-state honoree for the Panthers. PERSONAL: Born May 19, 1989...Son of Russ and Frances Boyles...Major is biology.

54 B.J. BRADLEY DEFENSIVE END 6-2 // 265 // Jr.

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent two seasons at Ventura College in California...Posted 41 total tackles in his second season with the Pirates, including 10 tackles for loss...Also notched three sacks for the Pirates and first-year head coach Steve Mooshagian.

SCHERTZ, TEXAS Clemens HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district honors for James E. Taylor High School...A two-year starter at defensive end...Also a member of the Mustangs wrestling team, competing in the 275-pound weight class. PERSONAL: Born June 8, 1988...Son of Wayne Blackwell, Sr., and Dorethea Lockwood.

Jordan BOOTY RUNNING BACK 5-11 // 205 // Fr. RICHARDSON, TEXAS Richardson HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Richardson High School where he was coached by Brent Whitson... Selected as a All-District 9-5A First Team member at running back after his senior campaign... Earned Dallas Morning News Offensive Player of the Week honors after carrying the ball 24 times for 234 yards and four touchdowns in leading Richardson to its first victory against Richardson Pearce since 1999...Rushed for 255 yards in a single game during his sophomore campaign...Also a member of the basketball and track teams, he was named to the All-District 9-5A Second Team as a guard after his junior year.

2010: Appeared in all 10 games at linebacker as a junior...Finished the season with 21 total tackles, 1.0 for loss and a safety...Had a season-high five tackles versus West Texas A&M (9/25)... Recorded a safety at Tarleton State (10/2). 2009: Appeared in 10 games at linebacker as a sophomore...Finished the season with 15 tackles, five solo, including one sack for an 11-yard loss at Eastern New Mexico (10/3)...Had a season-high four tackles versus Midwestern State (9/26). 2008: Played in 10 games at linebacker as a redshirt freshman...Registered 12 tackles, seven solo, with a pass break-up...Had two tackles for a loss, including a nine-yard sack against Eastern New Mexico (10/4)...Had season-best three tackles against West Texas A&M (10/25). 2007: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named Defensive Player of the Year as a senior at Samuel Clemens High School...Earned all-city and all-state honors as a senior...Led Buffaloes to regional championship in 2006...Also lettered four years in basketball at SCHS. PERSONAL: Born Feb. 7, 1989...Son of Bernard, Sr., and Gertrude Bradley...Major is business.

PERSONAL: Born Nov. 17, 1992...Son of Odis, Jr., and Stacy Booty.

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BRADLEY’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2008 10 7 5 12 2009 10 5 10 15 2010 10 8 13 21 TOTAL 30 20 28 48

TFL Sacks 2.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.0 4.0 2.0

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Mark BRANCH DEFENSIVE BACK 6-3 // 190 // Fr.

42 TerRe’ CAMILLE LINEBACKER 5-10 // 205 // Jr. HOUSTON, TEXAS Westfield HS

2010: Played in four games as a sophomore linebacker...Finished the season with 16 total tackles, 2.0 for losses including a season high 10 tackles against West Texas A&M (9/25).

COPPERAS COVE, TEXAS Copperas Cove HS

2009: Appeared in two games off the bench at linebacker as a freshman.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Copperas Cove High School where he was coached by Jack Welch...Sat out the 2010 season due to injury...Also a member of the Bulldawg track and field team. PERSONAL: Born April 8, 1993...Son of Mark, Sr., and Casandra Branch...Plans to be a pre-med major.

17 Anthony BROWN DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 170 // So. AUSTIN, TEXAS Travis HS

2010: Appeared in six games at defensive back as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with nine total tackles including a season-high two tackles against Texas A&M-Commerce at the Cotton Bowl. 2009: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district honors at both wide receiver and defensive back at Travis High School...Team captain...Helped lead Rebels to bi-district finals as a senior. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 13, 1990...Son of Regina Kincheon. BROWN’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 6 2 7 9 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 6 2 7 9 0.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

HIGH SCHOOL: Named all-district and academic all-district at linebacker for Westfield High School...Team captain...Helped lead team to district title in 2007...Also ran track for the Mustangs. PERSONAL: Born May 28, 1991...Son of Anthony Washington and Charmaine Harris. CAMILLE’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 2 0 2 2 2010 4 5 11 16 TOTAL 6 5 13 18

TFL Sacks 0.0 0.0 2.0 0.0 2.0 0.0

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

7 Tristan CARTER RUNNING BACK 5-8 // 205 // Sr. TUCKER, GA. Tucker HS // Santa Barbara CC

2010: Appeared and started all 10 games at running back as a junior...Led the team in rushing with 603 yards on 138 carries and scored five touchdowns...Ran for a season-high 129 yards on 13 carries agaisnt West Texas A&M (9/25)...also ran for a season-high two touchdowns against West Texas A&M, including a season-long 75-yard run...Had 30 receptions for 193 yards and tied the team lead with six touchdown catches. PRIOR TO ASU: Competed at Santa Barbara Community College in 2008-09...Saw action in 20 games and rushed for 650 yards on 150 carries...Scored five touchdowns...Named first-team all-conference in 2008 and 2009 and earned the 2009 Vaquero Award for MVP Offensive Player of the Year...Was recipient of the SBCC 2009 Athletic Academic All-American Award. HIGH SCHOOL: Competed at Tucker High School...Team won 4A Region Champs in 2005 and 2006...In 2006 and 2007 earned Golden Tiger “Iron Man” Award and named by to the All-County First-Team Defensive Team...Earned the 2007 Defensive Player of the Week three times and the Offensive Player of the Week twice.

PERSONAL: Born Dec. 8, 1989...Son of Bobby and Gena Carter...Related to Dexter Carter and Carl Simpson who both played for Florida State and went on to play in the NFL...Major in business administration.

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29 Ryan CLAPSADDLE DEFENSIVE BACK 5-11 // 170 // R-Fr.

CLOUGH’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2008 11 6 10 16 2009 11 10 17 27 2010 8 6 5 11 TOTAL 6 2 7 9

TFL Sacks 0.0 0.0 3.5 1.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

INT FF FR PBU 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

13 Michael COCHRAN

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CARTER’S CAREER STATISTICS G Rushing Avg TD Long Rec Avg TD Long 2010 10 138-603 4.4 5 75 30-193 3.0 6 22 TOTAL 10 138--603 4.4 5 75 30-193 3.0 6 22

QUARTERBACK 6-2 // 185 // Jr.

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS The Woodlands HS

CEDAR PARK, TEXAS Cedar Park HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time first team all-district at The Woodlands High School...Two-time allcounty for the Highlanders...Team captain...Two-year starter at cornerback...Played for head coach Mark Schmid...Led Highlands to district title in 2009 and bi-district title in 2008...Also ran track. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 14, 1991...Son of Lane and Vicki Clapsaddle.

47 D.J. CLOUGH LINEBACKER 5-10 // 220 // Sr. SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Central HS

2010: Appeared in eight games at linebacker as a junior...Finished the season with 11 total tackles including a season-high three stops against Eastern New Mexico (9/4) and Texas A&MKingsville (10/9). 2009: Appeared in all 11 games at linebacker as a sophomore...Finished the season with 27 tackles including 3.5 for a loss of 14 yards...Had a season-high six tackles versus Southwestern Oklahoma (9/12) and at West Texas A&M (10/31)...Had one sack at Eastern New Mexico (10/3). 2008: Saw playing time in the defensive backfield and on special teams as a redshirt freshman... Recorded 16 tackles, including six solo stops...Had one interception for a 12-yard return in first collegiate game at Texas State (8/30)...Logged a season-high three tackles against East Central (9/20).

2010: Appeared in one game at quarterback as a redshirt sophomore. 2009: Redshirted. 2008: Got playing time as a true freshman due to injuries to other Ram quarterbacks...Played in nine games, starting the season finale against Texas A&M-Kingsville (11/8)...Completed 63-of-128 passes for 588 yards with four touchdowns and 11 interceptions...Tossed for season-high 157 yards on 17-of-30 passing with two scores against Texas A&M-Kingsville...Had a season-long pass of 49 yards against East Central (9/20). HIGH SCHOOL: Led Cedar Park High School to a bi-district title as a senior...Also lettered in baseball and track for the Timberwolves. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 11, 1989...Son of Ty Cochran...Major is undecided. COCHRAN’S CAREER STATISTICS G Comp-Att Pct Yds Avg TD 2008 9 63-128 .492 588 65.3 4 2010 1 0 .000 0 0.0 0 TOTAL 10 63-128 .492 588 65.3 4

Int 11 0 11

Lg 49 0 49

70 Jesse COLLINS OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-8 // 300 // Jr. WATSONVILLE, CALIF. Aptos HS // Cabrillo (Calif.) College

2007: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year team captain and all-district selection at San Angelo Central High School...Earned Holland’s Award as a senior...Also lettered in track and powerlifting for the Bobcats. PERSONAL: Born July 6, 1989...Son of Scott and Janet Clough...His father is a former assistant head coach of the Rams and currently the offensive coordinator at Bacone College in Okla..... Major is kinesiology with a minor in mathematics.

PRIOR TO ASU: A two-year starter on the offensive line and teammate of current Ram Gino Delucchi at Cabrillo (Calif.) College...Named to the All-Coast Conference Team by the California Community College Athletics Association...In addition to blocking on offense, batted down four kicks for the Seahawks. HIGH SCHOOL: Played football at Aptos High School for head coach Johnny Lopez.

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PERSONAL: Born Aug. 20, 1990...Son of Bradley and Leslie Collins...Plans to major in kinesiology.

97 Colt DRENNAN DEFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-5 // 220 // R-Fr.

8 Gino DELUCCHI

BOERNE, TEXAS Champion HS

QUARTERBACK 6-3 // 215 // Jr. SANTA CRUZ, CALIF. Santa Cruz HS // Cabrillo (Calif.) College

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent two seasons at Cabrillo (Calif.) College along with current Ram teammate Jesse Collins...Took over starting duties at quarterback for the Seahawks towards the end of his freshman season and split time as the signal caller during his sophomore campaign. HIGH SCHOOL: A three-year starter for the Cardinals of Santa Cruz High...Earned all-league honors three times...Helped guide SCHS to the Central Coast Section Championship in 2007... Presented with the Hammer Award after the CCS Championship as the game’s MVP...Also a threeyear letter winner in baseball...Played basketball as a sophomore.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district selection at Boerne Champion High School...Named District Defensive MVP as a senior...Tabbed academic all-district...Played for head coach Danny Threadgill...Also ran track and participated in powerlifting for the Chargers. PERSONAL: Born July 28, 1992...Son of Kevin and Cecilia Drennan.

14 Jake EANNARELLI

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 26, 1991...Son of Jim and Lisa Delucchi.

DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 200 // Sr.

Chris DICLEMENTE

KLEIN, TEXAS Klein HS

LINEBACKER/LONG SNAPPER 5-11 // 223 // Fr. KATY, TEXAS Seven Lakes HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Seven Lakes High School where he was coached by Kevin O’Keefe... Earned honorable mention All-District 17-5A honors as a senior after totaling 104 tackles from the linebacker position...Forced three fumbles and logged an interception and quarterback sack... As a junior, he logged 41 tackles and forced and recovered one fumble...Also named All-District 17-5A Honorable Mention as a junior. PERSONAL: Born Nov. 24, 1992...Son of Matthew and May DiClemente...Plans to major in business.

2010: Appeared in nine games with eight starts at strong safety as a junior...Finished the season with 28 total tackles, 2.0 for losses, and a sack...Had a season-high five tackles against Central Oklahoma (11/13)...Also had a half-sack versus Texas A&M-Kingsville on (10/9) and Central Oklahoma (11/13). 2009: Started the final eight games at safety as a sophomore after missing the first three games due to injury...Finished the season with 32 tackles, 1.5 for losses, and one interception...Had a season-high nine tackles against Tarleton State (10/31) and at Texas A&M-Kingsville (11/7). 2008: Appeared in five games for the Rams at safety as a true freshman...Had 12 tackles, six solo, with a half tackle for a loss...Recorded a season-high four stops at Texas A&M-Commerce (9/6)...Registered two interceptions...Had first career pick for a 27-yard return at Southwestern Oklahoma (9/13). HIGH SCHOOL: Voted unanimous first team all-district at safety as a senior at Klein High School...Named team Defensive MVP as a junior and team outstanding defensive back as a senior...Also lettered in basketball for the Bearkats. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 2, 1988...Son of Jack Eannerelli and Marcy Morelli...Major is business. EANNARELLI’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2008 5 6 6 12 2009 8 16 16 32 2010 9 11 17 28 TOTAL 22 33 39 72

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INT FF FR PBU 2 0 0 2 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 3 0 0 5

10 Brandon EUBANKS

TIGHT END 6-7 // 235 // R-Fr.

DEFENSIVE BACK 5-11 // 205 // Gr.

SPRING, TEXAS The Woodlands Christian Academy // Sam Houston State

MORTON, TEXAS Morton HS

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84 Ian EARLY

PRIOR TO ASU: Redshirted one season at Sam Houston State. HIGH SCHOOL: A four sport athlete for The Woodlands Christian Academy...Lettered three years in football and played on both sides of the ball as a tight end and defensive end...Served as the Warriors’ team captain as a senior while earning first team all-district honors and honorable mention all-state honors...Played basketball as a senior and was part of a TAPPS state championship team...also played baseball and ran track. PERSONAL: Born May 31, 1991...Son of Patricia Moser and Leslie Ian Early I (deceased)... Father, Leslie, played football at McMurry University...Step-Father, Michael Moser, played football at West Texas A&M...Major is undecided.

38 Stetson EDWARDS DEFENSIVE BACK 5-9 // 160 // Jr.

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with six starts at defensive back as a sophomore...Finished the season with 28 total tackles and a forced fumble...Had a season-high seven tackles against Midwestern State on (10/16). 2009: Played in the first 10 games of the season at defensive back as a redshirt freshman... Finished the season with 16 tackles including one for a loss...Had one interception and six pass breakups. 2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Was a two-sport standout at Dallas Hillcrest High School...Earned first team alldistrict honors and served as a team captain as a senior for the Panthers...Also lettered in track. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 17, 1989...Son of Drew and Candice Edwards...Major is business. TFL Sacks 1.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.0 0.0

2009: Played in one game before sustaining a season-ending injury...Received a medical hardship. 2008: Returned from injury to play in 10 games as a sophomore...Had eight tackles, including three solo stops...Registered two tackles on three different occasions. 2007: Played in the first four games of the season with one start at defensive back before suffering season-ending injury...Logged 20 total tackles, including 10 solo stops, as a redshirt freshman...Collected a season-best eight stops against East Central (9/8)...Had seven tackles against Central Oklahoma (9/15). 2006: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named district MVP and All-South Plains at quarterback at Morton High School...Team captain on offense and defense...Helped lead team to three straight district titles from 2003-05...Also lettered in basketball and track for the Indians...Named all-district in basketball and served as team captain...Guided basketball team to state titles in 2004 and 2005...Participated in long jump and triple jump in track.

DALLAS, TEXAS Hillcrest HS

EDWARDS’ CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 10 7 9 16 2010 10 19 9 28 TOTAL 20 26 18 44

2010: Appeared in all 10 games at defensive back as a junior...Finished the season with 22 total tackles including a season-high four stops against Tarleton State (10/2).

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 28, 1987...Son of Ken and Connie Eubanks...Graduated with an undergraduate degree in management information systems May 15, 2010...Currently pursuing a master’s of business administration. EUBANKS’ CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2007 4 10 10 20 2008 10 3 5 8 2009 1 0 3 3 2010 10 9 13 22 TOTAL 25 22 31 53

TFL Sacks 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1

30 Jonathan FAMILY

INT FF FR PBU 1 0 0 7 0 1 0 2 1 1 0 9

DEFENSIVE BACK 6-1 // 195 // R-Fr. SPRING, TEXAS Klein HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Competed at Klein High School...A four-year starter who was named to

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the All-District 13-5A First Team in as a junior and senior...Helped Klein capture the regional championship in 2007 and advance to semifinals of the state playoffs. PERSONAL: Born Jan. 23, 1992...Son of Farshad and Gina Family.

22 Nevin GARDINER OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 5-6 // 190 // Sr.

45 Brian FERRELL

SAN JOSE, CALIF. Oak Grove HS // Foothill JC

WIDE RECEIVER 5-10 // 200 // Sr. WHITE DEER, TEXAS White Deer HS // West Texas A&M

2010: Appeared in two games at wide receiver. PRIOR TO ASU: Spent two seasons as a member of the West Texas A&M football team and redshirted his freshman season. HIGH SCHOOL: Named to the All District 1-1A First Team as a punter following his senior season at White Deer High School where he was a three-year letterwinner...Also played linebacker and runningback for the Bucks and was named team MVP his senior season...Earned academic all-state honors during junior and senior years...Competed on the track and field team, tennis team, and was a two-year member of the basketball team...Regional qualifier in 2005 in the sprint relay...As a senior in 2006 was a district champion 300 meter hurdles and regional qualifier in the sprint relay, 300 meter hurdles and 800 meter relay...also qualified for regionals in tennis. PERSONAL: Born June 4, 1987...Son of Danny and Donna Ferrell...Father played football at the University of New Mexico...Major is education.

50 Khari FERRELL OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 5-11 // 265 // R-Fr. MANSFIELD, TEXAS Timberview HS

2010: Redshirted...Joined the football program in the spring. HIGH SCHOOL: A Texas Scholar Athlete Honorable Mention selection as a senior at Mansfield Timberview High School...A two-way player for the Wolves who played on both the offensive and defensive lines...Earned DL MVP honors at the DeSoto National Underclassmen Combine as a sophomore.

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2010: Played in nine games at running back as a junior...Finished the season second on the team in rushing with 183 yards on 42 carries and a touchdown...Also had 10 reception for 63 yards... Ran for a season-high 68 yards on nine carries versus Texas A&M-Commerce (9/11) at the Cotton Bowl...Ran for a touchdown against Incarnate Word (10/23). PRIOR TO ASU: Competed at Foothill Junior College over two seasons...Saw action in 19 games....Rushed for 818 yards on 175 carries and scored five touchdowns. HIGH SCHOOL: Competed at Oak Grove High School...Had back-to-back 2,000-yard seasons in 2006-07...Finished his career with 4,497 yards and 62 touchdowns...Was named First-Team AllMercury News in 2007 and was named the CCS Offensive Player of the Year in 2006 and 2007... Was also the 2007 Most Valuable Player. PERSONAL: Born August 22, 1990...Son of Eric and Cheryl Gardiner...Older brother Kevin Gardiner played baseball at South Carolina in 2003. GARDINERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G Rushing Avg TD Long Rec Avg TD Long 2010 9 42-183 4.4 1 24 10-63 6.3 0 29 TOTAL 9 42-183 4.4 1 24 10-63 6.3 0 29

Matthew GHOLSTON DEFENSIVE END 6-2 // 220 // Fr. AUSTIN, TEXAS Bowie HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Bowie High School where he was coached by Jeff Ables...Earned AllDistrict 15-5A First Team honors at linebacker...Named the District 15-5A Defensive MVP by the Westlake Picayune...Scored on a 78-yard interception return for a touchdown against Westlake... Earned All-District 25-5A First Team honors at defensive end as a junior. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 19, 1992 in Montgomery, Ala....Son of Jimmy and Jacqueline Gholston.

80 Donnell HARRIS

DEFENSIVE END 6-2 // 230 // Fr.

OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 5-11 // 200 // Sr.

CEDAR PARK, TEXAS Leander HS

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Lake View HS

PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Leander High School where he was coached by Steve Gideon...Named a First Team All-District 16-5A selection at defensive end...Tallied 71 total tackles including eight sacks as a senior for the Lions...Also notched one interception, batted down two passes and blocked three field goals...Averaged 37.3 yards per punt on 29 kicks with a season-best 58 yard punt...As a junior, he recorded 29 total tackles with five sacks and averaged nearly 35 yards per punt...Also ran track for the Lions. PERSONAL: Born April 16, 1993...Son of Al and Diane Gonzalez...Plans to major in business.

12 Blake HAMBLIN QUARTERBACK 6-2 // 200 // So. ROWLETT, TEXAS Rowlett HS

2010: Appeared in two games at quarterback as a redshirt freshman and backup to Josh Neiswander...Threw and completed one pass for 86 yards against Incarnate Word (10/23)...The completion to Joey Knight was the longest play from scrimmage for ASU during the season. 2009: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Picked up second team academic all-state honors at quarterback as a senior at Rowlett High School...Named first team all-district and academic all-district for the Eagles... Earned honorable mention all-district honors at safety as a junior...Helped lead RHS to district title in 2008 and bi-district title in 2007...Also played baseball for the Eagles, earning all-district honors at third base three times during his career...Member of the National Honor Society. PERSONAL: Born March 26, 1991...Son of Mark and Dee Dee Hamblin. HAMBLIN’S CAREER PASSING STATISTICS G Comp-Att Pct Yds Avg TD Int Lg 2010 2 1-1 1.000 86 43.0 0 0 86 TOTAL 2 1-1 1.000 86 43.0 0 0 86

STUDENT-ATHLETES

Andy GONZALEZ

2010: Played in all 10 games at wide receiver as a sophomore...Had one catch for 10 yards against Texas A&M-Kingsville (10/9). 2009: Appeared in seven games at wide receiver as a sophomore...Had one catch for 17 yards at Texas A&M-Kingsville on (11/5). 2008: Squad team member. 2007: Redshirted HIGH SCHOOL: Three year letterwinner at Lake View High School...Played all over the field for the Chiefs, including at runningback, quarterback, wide receiver and safety...All-district performer as a defensive back during sophomore season...Two-year member of the basketball team where he earned all-district honors as a sophomore and senior...Made regionals in the 110 hurdles as a senior member of the track and field team. PERSONAL: Born Nov. 28, 1987...Son of Anthony and Stephanie Harris...Has one brother, Chanstan Humphrey, and one sister, Crystal Fanner...Major is kinesiology. HARRIS’ CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2009 7 1 17 17.0 0 17 2010 10 1 10 10.0 0 10 TOTAL 17 2 27 13.5 0 17

Kellen HEARN WIDE RECEIVER 6-1 // 200 // R-Fr. LUBBOCK, TEXAS Lubbock HS // West Texas A&M

PRIOR TO ASU: Walked on at West Texas A&M and spent the fall semester with the Buffs before joining the Angelo State team for spring practice. HIGH SCHOOL: Hauled in nine touchdown passes and had 645 receiving yards as a senior at Lubbock High School...Finished his prep career with 1,324 yards and 14 scores...Also played on the defensive side of the ball at safety...Earned the American State Bank Bankable Scholar Award.

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Zane HERNANDEZ

83 Mackenzie HIRT

ATHLETE/QUARTERBACK 6-4 // 215 // Fr.

WIDE RECEIVER 5-10 // 180 // R-Fr.

IRAAN, TEXAS Iraan HS

BRADY, TEXAS Brady HS

PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Iraan High School where he was coached by John Fellows...A four-year starter in both football and basketball...Earned district MVP honors as a senior quarterback after earning all-district honors each of the previous three seasons...Selected to serve as team captain of the Braves in 2009 and 2010...Played basketball for his father, Robert Hernandez. PERSONAL: Born March 6, 1993 in Lubbock, Texas...Son of Robert and Christina Hernandez.

52 Shiloh HICKMAN LINEBACKER 6-1 // 235 // Jr.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Four-sport standout at Brady High School...Named District MVP as a senior for the Bulldogs...Honored as All-West Texas and to the All-West Texas Super Team at quarterback... Named all-region on both sides of the ball, also playing safety...Academic all-state selection... Team captain...Three-time first team all-district pick...Named All-West Texas MVP as a junior...Also named to All-West Texas Super Team in 2008...Helped lead the Bulldogs to the state semifinals as a senior, guiding BHS to a school-record 13-1 finish...Played for head coach Glen Jones... Also played basketball, tennis and ran track at BHS...Two-time first team all-district pick in basketball...Named District MVP as a junior...Regional qualifier in tennis as a junior...Three-year regional qualifier in track. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 22, 1991...Son of Bruce and Kelley Hirt...Cousin, Allyson Seider, is a member of the ASU softball team.

HOUSTON, TEXAS Westfield HS

2010: Appeared in nine games at linebacker as a sophomore...Finished the season with seven tackles, 1.5 for losses, and 0.5 sacks...Had a season-high four tackles versus Incarnate Word (10/23).

Kentrell HOLMES RUNNING BACK 5-7 // 170 // R-Fr.

2009: Appeared in eight games at linebacker as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with seven total tackles including a season-high two tackles versus Southwestern Oklahoma on Sept. 12, and at Eastern New Mexico on Oct 3.

RED OAK, TEXAS Red Oak HS

2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named all-district and academic all-district at Westfield High School...Part of four-time district champion football team...Named Most Improved Player for the Mustangs. PERSONAL: Born March 24, 1990...Son of Anthony Hickman and Ratacha Flanigan...Major is undecided. HICKMANS’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 8 5 2 7 2010 9 3 4 7 TOTAL 17 8 6 4

TFL Sacks 0.0 0.0 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2010: Redshirted...Originally signed as a member of the ASU track team but joined the football team for spring practice. HIGH SCHOOL: Rushed 57 times for 346 yards as a senior at Red Oak High School...Was team’s second-leading receiver with 17 catches for 309 yards...Finished third at the District 15-4A meet in the 100-meter dash, finished in 10.93 seconds in prelims...Helped Hawks’ 4x100- and 4x200meter relay teams finish second at the district meet.

98 Orlando HUMBLE DEFENSIVE END 6-0 // 255 // Jr.

WHITE OAK, TEXAS White Oak HS // Navarro College PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Navarro Junior College for two seasons where he played defensive

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HIGH SCHOOL: A two-year letter winner and starter at defensive tackle and running back for White Oak High School...Rushed for 1,458-yards and 24 touchdowns as a senior...A second team selection by All-Smoaky.com at fullback...Helped the Roughnecks claim the district championship...Played in the 2009 Texas High School Coaches Association All-Star Game. PERSONAL: Born Nov. 15, 1990...Son of Orlando Humble, Sr., and Lamonica Christian...Plans to major in nursing.

Matt HUMMINGBIRD DEFENSIVE BACK 6-1 // 185 // Fr.

60 John HUSKEY

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end...Played in five games during the 2010 season and registered 10 tackles, including 1.5 sacks for the Bulldogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; NJCAA National Championship Team.

OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-6 // 285 // R-Fr. CONROE, TEXAS Caney Creek HS // Sam Houston State PRIOR TO ASU: Spent one season on the football team at Sam Houston State as a redshirt left tackle. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned All-District 18-4A honorable mention at Caney Creek High School... Lettered and started one year in both football and track...Played right tackle for the Panthers as a senior and threw the shotput and discus on the track team. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 20, 1991...Son of John and Kara Huskey...His father played football at the University of Wyoming...Plans to major in graphic design.

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Lake View HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Lake View High School where he was coached by Sterlin Gilbert...Made 112 total tackles as a senior, including six tackles-for-loss...Intercepted two passes and forced two fumbles...Also made 10 catches for 113 yards at tight end...Was named an All-District 2-5A Second Team selection as a junior...Made 72 total tackles two interceptions and three forced fumbles...also blocked an extra point try...Started as a sophomore...As a member of the Chiefs basketball team, he earned First Team All-District 4-4A honors as a junior and Second Team honors after his sophomore season.

64 Steven JACKSON OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-3 // 305 // R-Fr. THE COLONY, TEXAS The Colony HS

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 6, 1992...Son of Robert and Gloria Hummingbird...His brother, Robert, is a member of the Angelo State Track and Field program...Plans to major in communications.

85 James HURD WIDE RECEIVER 6-1 // 195 // R-Fr. BOERNE, TEXAS Champion HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letter winner and one-year starter on the offensive line at The Colony High School...Played for head coach Rudy Rangel. PERSONAL: Born July 12, 1992...Son of Steven, Sr., and Robin Jackson...Anticipated major is education.

28 Alex JAMES DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 195 // R-Fr.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district pick at Boerne Champion High School...Named honorable mention academic all-district as a junior...Two-year starter...Played for head coach Danny Threadgill...Also played baseball and ran track for the Chargers...Two-year starter in centerfield for CHS.

DEER PARK, TEXAS Deer Park HS

PERSONAL: Born Dec. 11, 1991...Son of Greg and Janine Hurd.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district selection at Deer Park High School...Earned first team all-district as a senior...Played for head coach Chris Massey. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 3, 1991...Son of Russell and Shereen James.

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39 Greg JAYNES

89 Garrett JOHNSON

KICKER 6-4 // 190 // R-Fr.

TIGHT END 6-7 // 225 // R-Fr.

KELLER, TEXAS Northwest HS

GATESVILLE, TEXAS Gatesville HS

2010: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: Academic all-district selection at Northwest High School...Served as the Texans’ kickoff specialist as a senior...Also was the place kicker and punter...Played basketball and ran track for the Texans...Played club soccer with Odyssey Soccer Club.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned All-District 7-3A First Team honors at tight end as a senior at Gatesville High School...Texas Sports Writers Association Class A all-state honorable mention selection...A three-year letterwinner in football and four-year letterwinner in basketball...Academic All-State selection by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches...Named District 7-3A Defensive MVP.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 7, 1990...Son of Gail Jaynes...Major is mass media.

24 Alvin JOHNSON

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 25, 1992...Son of Gary and Gail Johnson...Father was a member of the football team at Sam Houston State and his mother played basketball for the Bearkats.

Brandon JONES

DEFENSIVE BACK 5-8 // 180 // Jr.

DEFENSIVE END 6-3 // 215 // Fr.

HOUSTON, TEXAS Lamar HS

ROUND ROCK, TEXAS Stony Point HS

2010: All-Lone Star Conference Honorable Mention selection...Named to the CoSIDA Academic All-District VI Second Team...Appeared in and started all 10 games at free safety as a redshirt sophomore...Finished the season third on the team with 46 total tackles, 1.5 for losses, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and tied the team lead with four interceptions...Had a season-high 11 tackles versus West Texas A&M (9/25)...Returned one punt for seven yards.

PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Stony Point High School where he was coached by Craig Chesser... Earned First Team All-District 16-5A at defensive end as a senior.

2009: Played all 11 games with seven starts at strong safety and one at rover as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with 38 tackles, one for a loss, and two interceptions, one of which he returned 80 yards for a touchdown at Eastern New Mexico (10/3)...Had one kickoff return for 27 yards and one punt return for six yards.

4 Joey KNIGHT

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 3, 1993...Son of Michael Jones and Debra Matchette...Plans to major in criminal justice.

WIDE RECEIVER 6-1 // 185 // So.

2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district honors at both quarterback and defensive back at Lamar High School...Named Team MVP...Also ran track for the Redskins...Part of school-record 4x100-meter relay squad...Team captain for football and track.

CORINTH, TEXAS Lake Dallas HS

PERSONAL: Born March 30, 1990...Son of Alvin, III, and Tracy Johnson...Major is finance-real estate.

JOHNSON’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 11 16 22 38 2010 10 26 20 46 TOTAL 21 42 42 84

TFL Sacks 1.0 0.0 1.5 0.0 2.5 0.0

INT FF FR PBU 2 0 0 7 4 2 1 8 6 2 1 15

2010: Appeared in three games as a redshirt freshman at receiver...Caught one pass for 86 yards against Incarnate Word...The reception from Blake Hamblin was the longest play from scrimmage for Angelo State during the season. 2009: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named first team all-area and first team all-district as a senior at Lake Dallas High School...Named honorable mention all-state and honorable mention academic all-state for the Falcons...Led LDHS to district title as a junior...Also played basketball for the Falcons.

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KNIGHT’ CAREER RECEIVING STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2010 3 1 86 86.0 0 86 TOTAL 3 1 86 86.0 0 86

73 Anthony LANDRY OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-4 // 315 // R-Fr. HOUSTON, TEXAS Bellaire HS

68 Andrew KRUTSINGER OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-2 // 275 // Jr. HOUSTON, TEXAS Alief Taylor HS

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PERSONAL: Born Feb. 19, 1991...Son of Robert and Joelene Knight.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned second team all-district honors as a senior...Team captain...Earned Cardinal Pride Award as a senior...Two-year starter on the offensive line...Played for head coach Trey Hermann...Also competed in powerlifting at BHS. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 31, 1992...Son of Eula Landry...Major is computer science.

2010: Appeared in all 10 games last season with nine starts at two different positions on the offensive line as a sophomore...Helped pave the way for an ASU record 3,086 passing yards and part of a unit that allowed just six sacks.

Daymond LEWIS

2009: Appeared in nine games on the offensive line as a freshman.

DEFENSIVE BACK/ATHLETE 5-10 // 170 // Fr.

2008: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-district performer at Alief Taylor High School...Three-year starter at center for the Lions...Also lettered in track as a thrower for THS. PERSONAL: Born March 15, 1990...Son of Johnny and Jan Williams...Major is business.

55 Austin LANDIN OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-0 // 290 // R-Fr. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Cibolo Steele HS // UT-San Antonio PRIOR TO ASU: Spent one year at the University of Texas-San Antonio where he redshirted as a member of the Roadrunners’ football team.

WEST COLUMBIA, TEXAS Columbia HS PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Columbia High School where he was coached by Leland Surovik... Named the District 29-3A MVP after leading the Roughnecks to the playoffs his senior season... Played in Houston’s Blue Chip Classic...Earned Class 3A All-State honorable mention honors from the Texas Sports Writer’s Association...As a junior, he earned All-District 26-3A honors at quarterback...earned three letters in football, two in basketball and three in track and field. PERSONAL: Born Jan. 15, 1993...Son of Dexter, Sr., and Patricia Lewis...Plans to major in education and kinesiology.

77 Greg LEWIS OFFENSIVE LINEMAN 6-2 // 280 // Sr.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for former Ram quarterback Mike Jinks at Cibolo Steele High School...A four-year starter on the offensive line...Showed great versatility playing center, guard and tackle during his prep career...As a senior, earned academic all-state honors to go with third team all-state honors from Texas Football and the Texas Sports Writers Association...Was selected as a unanimous first team all-district honoree...Named San Antonio All-Area...Played for the East squad in the HEB All-Star Game...Earned academic all-district honors all four years of high school...Also played baseball for the Knights, serving as the team’s first baseman and designated hitter as a junior and senior.

2010: Appeared in seven games on the offensive line with two starts as a junior.

PERSONAL: Born May 22, 1992...Son of Dan Landin and Alma Colvin...Major is kinesiology.

2009: Appeared in one game on the offensive line as a sophomore.

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS O’Connor HS

2008: Did not appear in a game as a redshirt freshman. 2007: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time team MVP at San Antonio O’Connor High School...Team captain...Led

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team to bi-district championships as a junior and senior...Named honorable mention academic all-state...Also lettered in track and field for the Panthers in the discus. PERSONAL: Born March 16, 1989...Son of Ken and Deb Lewis...Major is pre-nursing.

Heston LUERSEN FULLBACK 6-0 // 230 // R-Fr. GRANGER, TEXAS Granger HS

Hamilton LUPER WIDE RECEIVER 6-3 // 200 // Fr. WHITERIGHT, TEXAS Whiteright HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Whitewright High School where he was coached by Jodie Stringer...A five-sport athlete, he lettered four years in baseball, three years in football and basketball, and earned two track letters...As a senior, named the District 5-2A Defensive MVP and Class 2A All-State Third Team in the secondary by the Texas Sportswriters Association...Also earned District 5-2A First Team honors as a wide receiver and second team all-district honors as a kicker...Named an All-Texoma First Team wide receiver...Helped Whiteright reach the state tournament in golf and ran in the hurdles at the state track meet...As a junior, selected second team all-district at wide receiver...In basketball, earned all-district honors as a junior and senior and was selected to the all-district second team in baseball during his junior year. PERSONAL: Born March 16, 1993...Son of Christopher Luper and Sheila Bartley.

Colton LYON LINEBACKER 6-0 // 220 // Fr.

despite missing three games with an injury...Named the district newcomer of the year as a freshman...First player in Yellow Jacket history to start on offense and defense as a Freshman... Named the National Underclassmen Ultimate 100 Linebacker MVP and Strongest Man. PERSONAL: Born July 15, 1993...Son of Mark and Lesa Lyon...Plans to major in kinesiology.

Chase MARTIN DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 180 // Fr. SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Central HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended San Angelo Central High School where he was coached by Brent Davis...Named to the District 2-5A All-District Second Team at defensive back...Led the team with 115 tackles, while also recording two interceptions, three forced fumbles and a sack...Also a member of the Bobcats track and field team. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 18, 1992...Son of Stephen Martin and Tamela Yarbrough.

37 Jarred MARTIN KICKER 5-10 // 185 // Jr. ROSWELL, N.M. Goddard HS // New Mexico Military Institute PRIOR TO ASU: Played two seasons at New Mexico Military Institute under head coach Jeff Lynn...Connected on eight field goals during the 2010 season with a season-long of 50 yards... Converted 48-of-49 point after attempts. HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Goddard High School where he was coached by Sam Jernigan...A three-sport athlete, he helped the Rockets capture the 2009 Class 4A football championship...a four-year member of the Rocketsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; soccer and track teams...Earned District 4-4A First Team honors as a forward during his senior year. PERSONAL: Born Jan. 10, 1991...Son of Bille and Carlene Martin...Plans to major in Accounting.

1 Paul MASON DEFENSIVE BACK 5-9 // 160 // R-Fr.

BOYD, TEXAS Boyd HS 26

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Boyd High School where he was coached by J.G. Cartwright...A twostar prospect and No. 78 midle linebacker in the country according to Scout.com...An All-District 5-2A First Team selection at running back and linebacker...As a junior earned First Team AllDistrict 9-2A honors at linebacker and second team honors at running back...TexasPrep All-DFW Area First Team selection...Registered 94 tackles, six sacks and an interception, and rushed for 700 yards and eight touchdowns...Invited to the US Army All-America Combine...Earned All-District honors at tight end and linebacker as a sophomore after he logged 52 tackles and an interception

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WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS Rider HS

2010: Redshirted

61 Ryan MERRYMAN OFFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 275 // Sr.

PERSONAL: Born Nov. 5, 1991...Son of Paul Mason, Sr., and Cynthia Hogan.

MARLIN, TEXAS Marlin HS

11 Travis MCCLOUD DEFENSIVE BACK 5-11 // 175 // Sr. BRYAN, TEXAS Bryan HS // Cisco JC

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HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district honoree at Wichita Falls Rider High School...Led Raiders to back-to-back district and bi-district titles...Team captain...Named to the All-Red River 22 as a senior...Three-year starter at both wide receiver and defensive back...Played for head coach Scott Ponder...Also played basketball and ran track at RHS.

2010: Appeared in and started the first nine games of the season at center on the offensive line as a junior...Helped the line continued to improve in 2010 and rank third in the nation with just six sacks allowed in 10 games. 2009: Appeared in one game as a sophomore. 2008: Member of the practice squad.

2010: Appeared in nine games at defensive back as a junior...Finished the season with 12 total tackles and an interception...Had a season-high four tackles against Incarnate Word (10/23) and Southeastern Oklahoma (11/6). PRIOR TO ASU: Competed at Cisco College in 2008 and 2009...Played in nine games and recorded 30 tackles (22 solo and eight assisted)...Recorded one interception and one tackle for loss. HIGH SCHOOL: Competed at Bryan High School...Was a three-year letter winner...In 2006 was named first-team all-district defensive back and named All-Brazos Valley Honorable Mention defensive back in 2006...Earned Most Athletic Male of Bryan High School in 2007...Was regional qualifier and finalist in the 400-meter dash in 2006 and 2007. PERSONAL: Born March 15, 1991...Son of Paul and Gwen Turner...Cousin Brad Taylor played tight end for Baylor University. MCCLOUDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 9 5 7 12 0.0 0.0 1 0 0 1 TOTAL 9 5 7 12 0.0 0.0 1 0 0 1

25 Dominique MCCOY DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 210 // R-Sr. HOUSTON, TEXAS South Houston HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Named District Offensive MVP as a senior at South Houston High School... Tabbed second team all-district at running back as a junior...Two-year starter at quarterback and safety...Played for head coach C.L. Whittington...Also played basketball for the Trojans.

2007:: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named consensus all-state at center as a senior at Marlin High School...Helped Bulldogs to undefeated district record during his four years with program. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 9, 1988...Son of Melton and Jenny Merryman...Major is mathematics.

Jeremy MERTINK OFFENSIVE LINE 6-5 // 295 // Fr. GEORGETOWN, TEXAS Jarrell HS HIGH SCHOOL: A four-sport athlete at Jarrell High School...Started two years at center and tackle for the Cougars...Earned first team all-district honors as a senior after being named to the second team during his junior campaign...Lettered three years in basketball and was named the all-district co-MVP as a senior...Also selected to the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches All-Region Team...Earned first team all-district honors as a junior...A three-year letter winner in baseball as a first baseman...Threw shot put for the track team as a senior. PERSONAL: Born Jan. 5, 1993...Son of David and Sylvia Mertink.

18 Jeffrey MILLER WIDE RECEIVER 5-10 // 180 // Jr. DALLAS, TEXAS Hillcrest HS

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 26, 1992...Son of Reginald McCoy and Trinette Myles...Anticipated major is management.

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23 Nekechie MILLER

92 Mike MOSLEY

DEFENSIVE BACK 6-1 // 175 // So.

DEFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 175 // Sr.

LEANDER, TEXAS Leander HS

HOUSTON, TEXAS Northwest Missouri State

2010: Appeared in all 10 games at defensive back as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with 10 total tackles and a half tackle for loss...Had a season-high three tackles against Incarnate Word (10/23). 2009: Redshirted.

PRIOR TO ASU: Played at Northwest Missouri State and New Mexico Military Institute...As a junior at Northwest in 2008, played in 14 games and finished the year with 31 total tackles, including 5.0 tackles for loss...Also registered 1.5 sacks for the Bearcats, recovered a fumble and was credited with five quarterback hurries.

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-sport standout at Leander High School...Two-year starter at both wide receiver and defensive back...Also lettered in track for the Lions, running the 100- and 200-meter dashes.

Zach MUELLER

PERSONAL: Born April 3, 1991...Son of Demarian Wall and Dylanda Miller.

TIGHT END 6-3 // 225 // Fr.

MILLER’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 10 3 7 10 0.5 0.0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 10 3 7 10 0.5 0.0 0 0 0 0

21 Courtney MOORE DEFENSIVE BACK 5-9 // 175 // So. PFUGERVILLE, TEXAS Austin Johnson HS

VICTORIA, TEXAS Victoria West HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Victoria West High School where he was coached by Leonard McAngus...Caught 26 passes for 309 yards and three touchdowns as a senior...Served as the Warriors team captain and was named to the All-District 30-4A Second Team...Caught the gamewinning winning pass in overtime against Beeville on fourth down to lift the Warriors to a 36-35 win...Threw the shot put for the track and field team as a sophomore and played post for the basketball team as a senior...Also the president of Victoria West’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter and an Eagle Scout. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 14, 1992...Son of Dinah Miller...Plans to major in math.

53 Josh MULLINS 2010: Appeared in eight games at defensive back as a redshirt freshman...Finished the season with nine total tackles, one for a loss...Had a season-high three tackles against West Texas A&M (9/25).

DEFENSIVE LINE 6-3 // 250 // R-Fr.

2009: Redshirted.

AUSTIN, TEXAS Crockett HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district pick at defensive back at Austin Lyndon B. Johnson High School...Part of district title team for the Jaguars as a senior...Also lettered in basketball and track at JHS. PERSONAL: Born Nov. 16, 1990...Son of Alta Moore.

MOORE’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 8 4 5 9 1.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 8 4 5 9 1.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

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2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Three-time All-Centex performer at Austin Crockett High School...Twice named first team all-district for the Cougars...Earned academic all-district honors as a junior and senior...Led CHS to district title in 2009...Played for head coach John Waugh. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 19, 1991...Son of Jesse Mullins and Laura Mullins-Mercer.

91 Chris PATTERSON

WIDE RECEIVER 6-2 // 175 // Jr.

DEFENSIVE LINE 6-6 // 215 // R-Fr.

HOUSTON, TEXAS North Shore HS

HARLINGEN, TEXAS Marine Military Academy

2010: Sat out the second half of the 2009 season and first half of the 2010 season due to a mix-up with the NCAA Clearinghouse...Finished the year with five receptions for 35 yards and a touchdown...Had a season-high two receptions at Midwestern State (10/16)...Caught a 12-yard touchdown versus Incarnate Word (10/23). 2009:: Appeared in six games with three starts as at wide receiver as a true freshman...Pulled down 13 passes for 200 yards and one touchdown...Scored his touchdown, a season-long 55-yarder, versus Texas A&M-Commerce (8/29)...Had a season-high four receptions at Texas State (9/5). HIGH SCHOOL: Named second team all-district at wide receiver as a senior at North Shore High School...Named Most Improved Player...Led Mustangs to state semifinals as a senior...Also lettered in basketball at NSHS.

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86 Excelle OSBORNE

90 Kyle PATTERSON DEFENSIVE LINE 6-1 // 302 // Jr. HEMET, CALIF. West Valley HS // Mt. San Jacinto CC

PERSONAL: Born Feb. 15, 1990...Son of Kenney and Eva Osborne. OSBORNEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2009 6 13 200 15.4 1 55 2010 5 5 35 7.0 1 12 TOTAL 11 18 235 13.1 2 55

35 Trevor OWENS LINEBACKER 6-1 // 220 // R-Fr. MONAHANS, TEXAS Monahans HS

PRIOR TO ASU: A two-year starter at defensive tackle for Mt. San Jacinto (Calif.) Community College...A Southern California Football Association First Team All-Conference selection... Registered 52 tackles, 13.5 for loss, and 5.5 sacks...Also blocked a field goal. HIGH SCHOOL: A three-year letter winner as offensive and defensive lineman at West Valley High School...A three-time all-league and all-valley selection for the Mustangs...Served as the team captain and was named the defensive MVP...Also competed for two years on the track team as a thrower. PERSONAL: Born April 30, 1991...Son of Ken and Meredith Patterson...Cousin, Elton Patterson, played collegiately at Central Florida before going on to a career with the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL...Plans to major in kinesiology.

6 Dakarai PECIKONIS WIDE RECEIVER 6-0 // 190 // Jr.

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-state honors at defensive end as a senior at Monahans High School...Two-time all-district selection for the Lobos...Named District Defensive MVP as a junior...Team captain...Played for his father Mickey Owens...Led MHS to back-to-back district titles and an area championship as a junior...Also played basketball and ran track for the Lobos. PERSONAL: Born April 2, 1992...Son of Mickey and Laure Owens...Anticipated major is education.

ALLEN, TEXAS Allen HS

2010: Started all 10 games at wide receiver as a sophomore and earned All-Lone Star Conference South Division Second Team honors...Finished the year with 48 catches and led the team with 838 yards to go with five touchdowns...Was second on the team in kickoff-return yards with 261... Led the team in all-purpose yardage with 1,166 yards...Had a career-high 161 yards receiving against Eastern New Mexico (9/4)...Had a 97-yard kickoff return for a touchdown against Texas A&M-Kingsville (10/9)...Earned LSC South Special Teams Player of the Week for that effort and accumulated 257 all-purpose yards against the Javelinas...It was the second weekly conference

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honor as he was also named the LSC South Offensive Player of the Week (9/13). 2009: Appeared in 10 games with five starts at wide receiver as a true freshman...Named to the All-LSC South Division Offense Second Team and the LSC South Division Freshman of the Year... Finished second on the team with 35 receptions and 757 yards with seven touchdowns...Led the team with 121 punt-return yards and finished second with 204 kickoff-return yards...Had twotouchdown games against Southwestern Oklahoma (9/12) and at Eastern New Mexico (10/3)...Had a season-long 81-yard reception for a touchdown at Southeastern Oklahoma (10/17).

3 Terrance PRESTON DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 180 // Sr. BRYAN, TEXAS Bryan HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned first team all-district and second team all-area as a senior at Allen High School...Named team Offensive MVP for the Eagles...Led AHS to state title in 2008. PERSONAL: Born April 16, 1991...Son of Edward and Mary Pecikonis. PECIKONIS’ CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2009 10 35 757 21.6 7 81 2010 10 48 838 17.5 5 83 TOTAL 20 83 1595 19.2 12 83

67 Keefer PREECE OFFENSIVE LINE 6-5 // 300 // Sr. HAMILTON, TEXAS Hamilton HS 2010: Appeared in all 10 games, starting the last eight games at right tackle as a sophomore helping the offensive line as ASU passed for a school record 3,086 yards...Also part of an offensive line that surrendered just six sacks on the season.

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with seven starts at cornerback as a junior...finished the season with three interceptions for 41 yards...Had 31 total tackles on the year including a season-high five at Abilene Christian and against Central Oklahoma. PRIOR TO ASU: Played two seasons at Cisco Junior College. HIGH SCHOOL: Played quarterback, wide receiver and free safety for Bryan High...A two-year starter and letterwinner in football...Earned all-district honors at safety...Also lettered three years in track and field. PERSONAL: Born Feb. 7, 1989...Son of Teresa McMillian...Cousin, Dominic Preston, played football at Eastern New Mexico. PRESTON’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 10 17 14 31 0.0 0.0 3 0 0 6 TOTAL 10 17 14 31 0.0 0.0 3 0 0 6

57 Stuart REDDING LINEBACKER 5-11 // 215 // R-Fr.

2009: Started the last four games of the season at right tackle as a sophomore. 2008: Squad team member. 2007: Redshirted.

KELLER, TEXAS Central HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Named honorable mention all-state as a senior at Hamilton High School...Twotime first team all-district pick...Also lettered in baseball, basketball and tennis for the Bulldogs. PERSONAL: Born March 16, 1989...Son of Margaret Page...Major is kinesiology. 2010: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned second team all-district honors as a senior at Keller Central High School...Named honorable mention academic all-state with the Chargers...Team captain...Threeyear starter...Played for head coach Brad Helsley. PERSONAL: Born Feb. 5, 1992...Son of Susan King.

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87 Bradan RITCHEY

WIDE RECEIVER 5-10 // 170 // Jr.

TIGHT END 6-5 // 245 // Sr.

CONVERSE, TEXAS Judson HS

BOYD, TEXAS Boyd HS

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent two seasons as a wide receiver at Hardin-Simmons University...Saw action in six games as a sophomore but did not record a catch...Made three tackles on the year, including two against East Texas Baptist (10/2). HIGH SCHOOL: Was a standout player for Judson High School...Helped the Rockets to a 7-0 district record during his senior season. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 28, 1991...Son of Quinn Reels and Paulette Toney.

46 Avery RIGG FULLBACK 6-1 // 245 // Jr. CRANE, TEXAS Crane HS // West Texas A&M

2010: Appeared in nine games as a reserve fullback...Finished the season with one catch for four yards on the road at Midwestern State (10/16). PRIOR TO ASU: Spent a year and a half as a member of the West Texas A&M football team. HIGH SCHOOL: Named Class 2A First Team All-State as an offensive lineman his junior year at Crane High School...Registered 144 knockdown blocks and didn’t allow a sack...Served as the Golden Cranes’ team captain and named defensive MVP. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 31, 1988 in McCook, Neb...Son of Mike and Dorothy Rigg...Major is kinesiology. RIGG’S CAREER STATISTICS G Rushing Avg TD Long Rec Avg TD Long 2010 9 2-0 0.0 0 0 1-4 4.0 0 4 TOTAL 9 2-0 0.0 0 0 1-4 4.0 0 4

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27 Quinn REELS

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with three starts at tight end as a junior...Caught seven passes for 60 yards...Had a season-high three catches for 28 yards versus Incarnate Word (10/23). 2009: Started all 11 games at tight end as a sophomore...Finished the season with 13 receptions for 121 and one touchdown...His one touchdown was a 14-yard reception at Texas State (9/5)... Had a season-high eight receptions and 58 receiving yards versus Tarleton State (10/31)...Longest reception of the year was 18 yards at Eastern New Mexico (10/3). 2008: Played in all 11 games with one start at tight end as a redshirt freshman...Had four solo tackles and one fumble recovery on special teams...Had fumble recovery at Abilene Christian (10/11). 2007: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district selection at both linebacker and tight end at Boyd High School...Named all-state at linebacker as both a junior and senior...Team captain...Academic allstate honoree...Led the Yellow Jackets to a state title as a sophomore and to the state semifinals as a senior...Also lettered in basketball and golf at BHS. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 27, 1988...Son of Phillip and Carmen Ritchey...His brother, Ian, also played football for the Rams...Major is mathematics with a minor in kinesiology. RITCHEY’S CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2008 11 0 0 0.0 0 0 2009 11 13 121 9.3 1 18 2010 10 7 60 8.6 0 12 TOTAL 32 20 181 9.1 0 18

93 Aseante ROBERTS DEFENSIVE END 6-5 // 230 // Jr. HENDERSON, N.C. Northern Vance HS // Olney Central (Ill.) College

2010: Joined the football team for spring practice but did not participate in the fall...A member of the Rams basketball team, played in 14 games during the second half of the season...Averaged 1.3 points and 2.1 rebounds per game. PRIOR TO ASU: Spent the three seasons at Olney Central (Ill.) College, where he redshirted one season due to injury...Averaged 9.1 points per game and 5.0 rebounds as a sophomore.

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HIGH SCHOOL: A three-sport star for Northern Vance High School who played football, basketball and track and field...Participated in the North Carolina Shrine Bowl Combine after a standout senior season at quarterback.

11 Donovan ROBERTS RUNNING BACK 5-10 // 220 // Sr. MANSFIELD, TEXAS New Mexico State // Mansfield HS PRIOR TO ASU: Spent three seasons at New Mexico State University...Played in eight games for the Aggies in 2010 on special teams and at running back....Grabbed two passes for 18 yards and a rushed for one yard on the ground against Louisiana Tech (11/13)...As a sophomore, logged three tackles on special teams, including two tackles and a forced fumble in a 20-17 win over Utah State (10/10)...Played in 12 games for as a freshman with 20 carries for 42 yards and one catch for nine yards on the year. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned four letters in football and was a versatile athlete for Mansfield High School, playing both quarterback and running back...As a senior in only five games of action, Roberts ran for 535 yards on 63 carries and scored four touchdowns...Earned the Region I Texas High School Athlete of the Week during the second week of the season...Led the Tigers to their best record in school history, 8-3 (5-2), along with making the playoffs for the first time since 2000 and only the seventh time since 1962...The Tiger offense finished second overall in the area (Fort Worth Star Telegram), averaging 38.3 points and 420.7 yards per game...Also a sprinter on the track and field team, he recorded a time of 10.58 in the 100-meter dash during the finals at the regional track meet. PERSONAL: Son of Deborah and James Roberts...Major is business administration.

31 Jared ROSS DEFENSIVE BACK 5-8 // 155 // R-Fr. CORINTH, TEXAS Lake Dallas HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named first team all-district at safety as a senior at Lake Dallas High School... Played for head coach Michael Young...Also played basketball for the Warriors. PERSONAL: Born May 15, 1992...Son of Gerry Ross and Tonya Branch.

26 Corey SCHULER LINEBACKER 6-2 // 205 // Sr. LEANDER, TEXAS Vista Ridge HS // Navarro JC

2010: Played in all 10 games at linebacker as a junior...Finished the season with nine total tackles, 1.0 for losses...Had a season-high three tackles against Eastern New Mexico (9/4). PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Texas A&M-Kingsville, Saddleback College and Navarro Junior College...At Navarro, helped team to an 11-1 record and a No. 3 national ranking en route to a Bulldog Bowl championship. HIGH SCHOOL: A three-year letterwinner as running back and defensive back at Vista Ridge High School...Also lettered all four years in track for the Rangers. PERSONAL: Born July 30, 1989...Son of David and Lula Schuler...Major is communications. SCHULERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 10 9 0 9 1.0 0.0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL 10 9 0 9 1.0 0.0 0 0 0 0

9 Joseph SCHUMPERT LINEBACKER 5-10 // 195 // Sr. GILMER, TEXAS Jefferson HS // Kilgore JC

2010: Appeared in nine games with two starts at linebacker as a junior...Finished the season with 29 total tackles, 3.5 for losses...Had a season-high of seven tackles against West Texas A&M (9/25)...Had a season-high 1.5 tackles for losses against Central Oklahoma (11/13). PRIOR TO ASU: Competed at Kilgore Junior College in 2007 and 2008...Recorded 109 tackles and 10 sacks...Intercepted one pass and had 36 tackles for loss...Earned second-team allconference honors. HIGH SCHOOL: Played at Jefferson High School...Three-year starter at linebacker and running back/wide receiver...Earned two all-state honors and awarded three Defensive Most Valuable Player honors...Earned first-team honors in 2004, 2005 and 2006...Was also a three-year starter on the basketball team and baseball team. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 12, 1988... Son of Floyd Smith and Beverly Turner...Has one brother, Jarred Schumpert, who was a student-athlete at Southwest Baptist...Major is kinesiology. SCHUMPERTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total TFL Sacks INT FF FR PBU 2010 9 12 17 29 3.5 0.0 0 0 0 2 TOTAL 9 12 17 29 3.5 0.0 0 0 0 2

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39 George SHAMBLEN

LINEBACKER 6-1 // 210 // R-Fr.

PUNTER 6-4 // 205 // Sr.

LAMPASSAS, TEXAS Lampassas HS

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS Miles HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named all-state at linebacker as a senior at Lampasas High School...Two-time first team all-district pick...Named all-area and All-Centex as a senior...Also honored as academic all-district in 2009...Earned Battlin’ Badger Award for leadership as a junior...Played for head coach Joey McQueen...Also played baseball and participated in powerlifting at LHS. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 31, 1991...Son of Rodney and Carrie Seaver...Anticipated major is engineering.

John SHALALA QUARTERBACK 5-10 // 175 // So. SUGAR LAND, TEXAS Kempner HS // Grand View College

PRIOR TO ASU: Joined the Rams for spring practice after spending a season at Grand View College in Iowa...Played in two games for the Vikings with no pass attempts, but he carried the ball four times for 12 yards.

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40 Rush SEAVER

2010: Made a triumphant return to football after sitting out for three seasons and posted the fifth-best punting average in the nation at 43.39 per kick during the regular season...Selected to the 2010 Daktronics All-America Team, only the fourth punter at ASU to earn All-America distinction...Earned All-LSC South Division First Team honors and was named the top punter on the Daktronics All-Super Region Four First Team...Recognized as LSC South Special Teams Player of the Week (Nov. 1) after launching a career-best 72-yard punt against Abilene Christian...Placed 18 punts inside the 20 and logged 10 kicks of 50 yards or more. PRIOR TO ASU: Attended Northwest Arkansas Community College but did not play football... Originally signed with Angelo State out of high school and spent one semester as a redshirt on the football team. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-district honors as a punter and kicker during senior season at Miles High School...Also named All-West Texas punter and kicker...kicked a career-best 60-yard field goal in 2005. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 3, 1988...Son of Elton and Nanette Shamblen...Major is criminal justice. SHAMBLEN’S CAREER STATISTICS G No. Yards Avg TB FC 50+ I20 2010 10 44 1909 43.4 4 7 10 18 TOTAL 10 44 1909 43.4 4 7 10 18

20 Blake SMITH

HIGH SCHOOL: Competed at Fort Bend Kempner High School where he earned District 23-5A Zone B First Team honors at quarterback...Also ran track for the Cougars.

RUNNING BACK 6-0 // 225 // R-Fr.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 21...Son of Sam and Maria Shalala...Has one brother, Sam, who was a linebacker at Baylor University...Relative of current University of Miami (Fla.) President and former Clinton administration Secretary of Education Donna Shalala.

BURLESON, TEXAS Burleson HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Named second team all-state as a senior at Burleson High School...Two-time first team all-district pick...Named District Offensive MVP as a senior...Twice named all-county, earning Offensive MVP honors in 2009...Set BHS single-season rushing and scoring record... Finished career as Elks’ all-time leading rusher with 3,196 yards...Team captain...Played for head coach Mel Maxfield...Led BHS to bi-district title as a junior...Also played golf for the Elks. PERSONAL: Born Nov. 6, 1991...Son of Kyle and Lauri Smith.

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62 Rodney SMITH

PERSONAL: Born July 20, 1992...Son of Ricky and Becky Sparks...His father, Ricky, played football for Howard Payne University...Plans to major in kinesiology.

OFFENSIVE LINE 6-0 // 305 // Jr.

2 Jake STRICKLER

MODESTO, CALIF. Johansen HS // Modesto JC PRIOR TO ASU: Earned All-California Community College Region I First Team honors on the offensive line as a sophomore at Modesto Junior College...Helped the Pirates to a 8-3 record, including a 45-21 win in the Graffiti Bowl...Modesto finished the 2010 season 11th in the CCCA with 423.2 yards per game. HIGH SCHOOL: Played on both the offensive line and defensive line at Johansen High School... Named the Modesto Metro Conference’s Outstanding Player and a First Team offensive lineman by the Modesto Bee...Named to the MaxPreps California All-State Second Team...Also earned first team all-district honors from the Modesto Bee...Helped pave the way for 2,000 yard rusher Deven Cannon. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 31, 1990 in San Jose, Calif....Son of Rodney, Sr., and Jerri Smith.

Talon SMITH WIDE RECEIVER 5-9 // 150 // Fr. ODESSA, TEXAS Permian HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Permian High School where he was coached by Gary Gaines...A Second Team All-District 3-5A wide receiver...Caught 22 passes for 341 yards as a senior...Had a breakout game against Abilene Cooper with 11 catches for 190 yards...Also a four-year member of the Panthers’ track and field team. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 22, 1992...Son of Brian and Cynthia Smith...Played a small role in the movie Friday Night Lights, with one line early in the movie...Plans to major in kinesiology.

Austin SPARKS RUNNING BACK // LINEBACKER 6-1 // 215 // Fr. MARBLE FALLS, TEXAS Marble Falls HS 34

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Marble Falls High School where he was coached by Cord Woerner... Named to the District 25-4A First Team at running back after carrying the ball 209 times for 1,169 yards and 14 touchdowns during his senior season...Got stronger as the season progressed with three consecutive games of more than 150 yards, including a season-best 182 yards and two scores against Vandergrift...Saw limited playing time his junior year due to injury...led the team with 753 yards and scored six touchdowns as a sophomore...Also caught five passes for 84 yards and a score in his first year as a varsity starter.

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QUARTERBACK 6-3 // 205 // Sr. MIDDLETOWN, CALIF. Middletown HS // Norfolk State

HIGH SCHOOL: Committed to San Jose State after junior college but after the Spartans head coach was fired, spent the 2010 season at Norfolk State University where he played in one game and attempted one pass...Played two seasons at Mendocino (Calif.) College...Led the Eagles to a Mid Empire Conference Championship as a sophomore in 2009...Named the MEC Co-Offensive Player of the Year after passing for 3,096 yards and 32 touchdowns with only nine interceptions... Rushed for 313 yards and two scores...Earned All-California Offensive First Team honors...Named Scholar Athlete. HIGH SCHOOL: Played football, basketball, baseball at Middletown High School...Lake County Athlete of the Year in 2007...Named All-Empire Team...All-Conference in football, baseball and basketball in 2006-07. PERSONAL: Born May 13, 1989...Son of Steve and Michaela Strickler...Majoring in physics... Intends to pursue a master’s degree in civil engineering.

76 Austin SUMRALL OFFENSIVE LINE 6-7 // 310 // Jr. KATY, TEXAS Katy HS

2010: Started all 10 games on the offensive line as a sophomore...Selected to the All-LSC South Division Second Team, becoming the first ASU lineman to be selected since 2006...Part of an offensive line that surrendered just six sacks during the season, the third fewest allowed per game in NCAA Division II...Helped pave the way for an ASU record 3,086 passing yards 2009: Appeared in six games with four starts in the offensive line as a true freshman. HIGH SCHOOL: Named third team all-state as a senior at Katy High School...Part of back-toback state champion teams at KHS...First team all-district...Two-time academic all-district pick for the Tigers...Also lettered in track for KHS, throwing the shot put. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 29, 1990...Son of Kenneth and Beth Sumrall.

82 Xavier TRAYLOR

DEFENSIVE BACK 6-0 // 160 // R-Fr.

WIDE RECEIVER 5-10 // 170 // R-Fr.

HOUSTON, TEXAS Belaire HS

GLENN HEIGHTS, TEXAS DeSoto HS

2010: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: Named first team all-district and Defensive MVP as a senior...Team captain... Played for head coach Trey Hermann...Three-year starter at defensive back.

HIGH SCHOOL: Earned academic all-state honors as a senior at DeSoto High School...Named honorable mention all-district in 2009...Played for head coach Claude Mathis...Led Eagles to district title as a senior...Also ran track at DHS.

PERSONAL: Born Sept. 27, 1991...Son of Marcus Robinson and Iris Syon...Anticipated major is pre-medicine.

41 Lance TISSUE

PERSONAL: Born Aug. 27, 1992...Son of Jiouania Evering...Anticipated major is business.

Warren TRUESDALE

LINEBACKER 5-10 // 210 // Sr.

QUARTERBACK 6-3 // 190 // Fr.

BIG SPRING, TEXAS Big Spring HS

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Churchill HS

2010: Appeared in all 10 games with two starts at linebacker as a junior...Finished the season with 37 total tackles, 1.5 for a loss, 1.0 sacks, and one pass breakup...Had a season-high six tackles at Midwestern State (10/16). 2009: Appeared in 10 games off the bench at linebacker as a sophomore...Recorded a seasonhigh six tackles, with two solos, on two occasions: versus Southwestern Oklahoma (9/12) and at Eastern New Mexico (10/3)...Finished the season with two quarterback hurries and one pass breakup.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Churchill High School where he was coached by Glenn Hill...Named to the All-District 26-5A Second Team at quarterback...Also earned Academic All-State First Team honors...Named Churchill’s MVP and the MVP of the Gucci Bowl...Father, Bruce, played football at Northern Illinois University. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 7, 1992 in Glen Ellyn, Ill....Son of Son of Brue and Tammy Truesdale.

95 Godwin UBAH

2008: Played in all 11 games at linebacker as a redshirt freshman...Had five tackles, three solo, with two pass break ups...Had season-high two stops at Southwestern Oklahoma (9/13)... Recorded a blocked punt at Texas A&M-Commerce (9/6).

DEFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 300 // Sr.

2007: Redshirted.

AUSTIN, TEXAS Johnson HS // Blinn CC

HIGH SCHOOL: Named to the All-District 4-4A First Team at fullback as a senior at Big Spring High School...Earned all-district second team honors as a junior. TISSUE’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2008 11 3 2 5 2009 10 4 19 23 2010 10 12 25 37 TOTAL 31 19 46 65

TFL Sacks 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.5 1.0 1.5 1.0

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34 Lawrence SYON

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 4

2010: Played in all 10 games...Recorded 13 total tackles with a season high of three stops at then No. 3 Abilene Christian (10/30)...Logged a sack and a half against Texas A&M-Commerce in the Cotton Bowl (9/11)...Also registered a sack against ACU...Finished with 3.5 total tackles for loss. 2009: Appeared in 10 games off the bench in the defensive line as a sophomore...Finished the season with 23 tackles, five solo, and two sacks...His two sacks came against Texas A&MCommerce (8/29) and at West Texas A&M (10/24)...Finished with 2.5 tackles for a loss, his two sacks plus a half-tackle versus Southwestern Oklahoma (9/12).

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2008: Played in eight games on the defensive line as a redshirt freshman...Had nine tackles, four solo, and a half tackle for a loss...Recorded season-high three stops against Southeastern Oklahoma (10/18).

Kyle WASHINGTON

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent one season as a redshirt at Blinn Community College.

QUARTERBACK 6-4 // 185 // Fr.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played on both the offensive and defensive lines at Johnson High School... Earned all-district honors as a senior and played in an all-state game...Earned three letters in football, three in track and two in basketball. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 14, 1987...Son of Cecelia Ubah...Has two brothers, Tramon Williams and Aaron Jones...Major is interdisciplinary studies. UBAH’S CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2008 9 4 5 9 2009 10 5 18 23 2010 10 5 8 13 TOTAL 29 14 31 45

TFL Sacks 0.5 0.0 2.5 2.0 3.5 2.5 6.5 4.5

INT FF FR PBU 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1

51 Scott UGOCHUKWU DEFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 220 // R-Fr. IRVING, TEXAS Nimitz HS

HUMBLE, TEXAS Humble HS HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Humble High School where he was coached by Walt Beasley...Named the District 18-4A Offensive MVP and to the All-District First Team...Passed for more than 2,000 yards (2,159) and rushed for nearly 500 (495) while leading the Wildcats to a 12-2 record... Threw 17 touchdown passes and just four interceptions while completing nearly 60 percent of his passes (158-of-267)...Added nine touchdowns on the ground...Completed 14-of-19 passes for 277 yards and one touchdown, while also rushing for 79 yards and a touchdown in a half plus one series against Caney Creek High School...Saw action in two games as a junior, completing 5-of-9 pass attempts for 61 yards and a touchdown. PERSONAL: Born July 27, 1993...Son of Cleotis and Simone Washington...Plans to major in physical therapy.

19 Antwon WILLIAMS TIGHT END 6-4 // 230 // Sr. PFUGERVILLE, TEXAS Texas State // Pfugerville HS

71 Jerrel WALTERS OFFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 295 // R-Fr. SPRING, TEXAS Spring HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL Played for head coach Sonny Karas at Spring High School. PERSONAL: Born Sept. 6, 1991...Son of Levell and LaShon Robinson.

2010: Did not participate in athletics. 2009: Tied for third on the team with 17 catches for a total of 175 yards...Played in nine games and scored one touchdown...Also a member of the Rams’ basketball team...He averaged 6.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game in 23 appearances...Scored a career-high 15 points on 6-of-7 shooting against Tarleton State (1/17)...pulled down 10 rebounds in a game, twice. 2008: Did not play in any games with the football team but appeared in 27 games as a member of the Rams’ basketball team...Averaged 2.5 points and 2.5 rebounds per game...Scored a seasonhigh eight points against West Texas A&M (2/9). 2007: Played in all 10 games with 21 catches for 245 yards and a touchdown...Had a seasonhigh 54 yards against Abilene Christian (10/13). PRIOR TO ASU: Spent his freshman season as a member of the Texas State Bobcats basketball team where he averaged 4.6 points and 3.1 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per contest. HIGH SCHOOL: Earned all-state recognition in both basketball and football while at Pflugerville High School...Named distrtict offensive MVP as a senior...Helped lead the Cougars to threeconsecutive state semifinal appearances. PERSONAL: Born Aug. 25, 1988...Son of Phillip McKay and Phyllis Williams...Major is interdisciplinary studies.

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32 Dekkar WILLIAMS DEFENSIVE BACK 5-10 // 185 // Jr.

PERSONAL: Born Jan. 12, 1993 in Birmingham, Ala....Son of Jeffrey and Nena Williams...Plans to major in business.

96 Lance WILLIAMS DEFENSIVE LINE 6-0 // 300 // Sr.

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WILLIAMS’ CAREER STATISTICS G Rec Yds Avg TD Long 2007 10 21 245 11.7 1 37 2009 9 17 175 10.3 1 30 TOTAL 19 38 420 11.1 2 37

HOUSTON, TEXAS North Shore HS // Blinn JC

AUSTIN, TEXAS McNeil HS 2010: Joined the Ram football team for spring drills...Did not participate in the fall. 2009: Attended ASU but did not participate in athletics. 2010: Played in nine games with five starts in the defensive backfield as a sophomore...Finished the season with 42 total tackles, 2.5 for losses, and two interceptions...Had a season-high seven tackles at Midwestern State (10/16)...Had five solo tackles at Abilene Christian (10/30)... Recorded five pass break-ups on the season...Logged an interception in the season-finale against Central Oklahoma (11/13). 2009: Appeared in all 11 games in the defensive backfield as a true freshman...Finished the season with 22 tackles, nine solos, including one for a loss...Had a season-high four tackles in three games: at Eastern New Mexico on Oct. 3, versus Abilene Christian, including his sole tackle for a loss on Oct. 10, and at West Texas A&M on Oct. 24...Had a season-high two solo tackles at East Central on Sept. 19. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district pick at McNeil High School, earning first team honors as a senior...Team captain...Averaged more than 10 tackles per game as a senior for the Mavericks... Also ran track for MHS.

TFL Sacks 1.0 0.0 2.5 0.0 3.5 0.0

HIGH SCHOOL: Played on both sides of the ball at North Shore High School before focusing solely on the offensive line as a junior and senior...earned second team all-district honors as a senior...helped team capture district championship. PERSONAL: April 16, 1987...Son of Kathleen and Lance Williams...One of six children, has two brothers - Barry and James - and three sisters - Faith, Yvetta, Alisha...Major is interdisciplinary studies.

48 Brandon WILLMAN TIGHT END 6-6 // 230 // R-Fr.

PERSONAL: Born Dec. 6, 1990...Son of Craig and Ellie Williams. WILLIAMS’ CAREER STATISTICS G UA A Total 2009 11 9 13 22 2010 9 26 16 42 TOTAL 20 35 29 64

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent two seasons at Blinn Junior College...Redshirted as a true freshman in 2006...Recruited as an offensive lineman.

INT FF FR PBU 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 7 1 1 0 8

Jeffrey WILLIAMS DEFENSIVE END 6-3 // 235 // Fr. KATY, TEXAS Cinco Ranch HS

WALL, TEXAS Hardin-Simmons // Wall HS

PRIOR TO ASU: Spent one semester at Hardin-Simmons where he redshirted...Joined the ASU football team prior to spring practice. HIGH SCHOOL: A multi-sport athlete at Wall High School...Averaged 12.5 points and 7.0 rebounds while helping the Hawks to a 33-2 record on the basketball court as a senior...An AllDistrict 7-2A selection...Qualified for the state track meet in triple jump. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 8, 1991...Son of Jay Willman and Beth Henderson...Has two brothers, Aaron and Clayton...Aaron played football at Hardin-Simmons.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Cinco Ranch High School where he was coached by Don Clayton... Named to the All-District 19-5A First Team at linebacker...Logged 77 total tackles and four sacks as a senior...Also intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble...Recorded 14 total tackles against Morton Ranch High School and was named MaxPreps Player of the Week...Earned All-District 175A Honorable Mention and Academic honors as a junior...Tallied 70 total tackles with three pass breakups and a forced fumble...Also a two-year letterwinner in basketball for the Cougars.

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56 Josh WILSON OFFENSIVE LINE 6-0 // 280 // Jr. HAYWARD, CALIF. Hayward HS // Laney JC PRIOR TO ASU: Played two seasons at Laney Junior College at both the guard and center spots on the offensive line. HIGH SCHOOL: A two-time All-HAAL selection at Hayward High School...Played center, defensive line and linebacker for the Farmers...Named one of the Tri-Valley’s top seniors...Earned Daily Review Prep of the Week Honors. PERSONAL: Born July 17, 1990...Son of Dave, Jr., and Kim Wilson.

59 Preston WIMBERLY DEFENSIVE LINE 6-2 // 250 // R-Fr. RICHARDSON, TEXAS Berkner HS

2010: Redshirted. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-district selection at Berkner High School...Earned first team all-district honors as a junior...Named BHS Newcomer of the Year in 2007...Three-year starter at defensive end for the Rams...Played for head coach Jim Ledford. PERSONAL: Born May 8, 1992...Son of Lana Wimberly.

Lucas ZOLLER OFFENSIVE LINE 6-5 // 290 // Fr. AUSTIN, TEXAS Bowie HS

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Bowie High School where he was coached by Jeff Ables...Earned AllDistrict 15-5A First Team honors...Named to the All-Centex Second Team by the Austin American Statesman...Garnered All-District 25-5A Second Team honors at tackle as a junior...Named to the Rivals Ultimate 100 for the Southwest Region by Rivals.com in 2008 and ‘09. PERSONAL: Born Oct. 28, 1992...Son of Anthony and Naoma Zoller...Plans to major in criminal justice.

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