2008 USF Football Media Guide by USF Bulls Athletics

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UCF

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N.C. State

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Saturday, Sept. 27 • Raleigh, N.C.

Sunday, nov. 23 • tampa

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saturday, Aug. 30 • Tampa

Saturday, Sept. 6 • Orlando, Fla.

Friday, Sept. 12 • Tampa

Saturday, Sept. 20 • MIAMI, Fla.

Thursday, Oct. 2 • Tampa

Saturday, Oct. 18 • Tampa

Saturday Oct. 25 • Louisville, Ky.

Thursday, Oct. 30 • cincinnati, ohio

Saturday, nov. 15 • tampa

Saturday, nov. 30 • Morgantown

Credits Managing & Creative Editors Chris Freet & Amy Woodruff Covers Chris Freet Special Thanks to Tampa Bay & Company for photos of the city we call home.

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table of Contents

Media & Recruiting section

Coaches & support staff

Players

4 5 6-7 8 9 10-13 14-15 18-19 20-21 22-25 26-27 28-29 30-31 32-33 34-35 36-37 38-39 40-41 42-43 44-47 48-49 50-51 52 53

56-59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72

74-105 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98

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Where to See & Hear the Bulls Media Opportunities / Quick Facts Numerical / Alphabetical Rosters Depth Chart Roster Breakdowns Season Preview Gameday at USF Tampa â&#x20AC;Ś Hometown of the Bulls Tampa Professional Sports USF Timeline Raymond James Stadium Athlete-First Facilities Bulls in the NFL Media Coverage Head Coach Jim Leavitt Coaching Staff Offensive Bull Rush Bull-Dozing Defense Bulls Strength Program Discover USF Academic Services BIG EAST Conference TheUSFBulls.com GoUSFBulls.com

Head Coach Jim Leavitt Wally Burnham Mike Canales Troy Douglas Carl Franks Greg Gregory John Hendrick Kevin Patrick Larry Scott Mike Simmonds Rich Rachel Antonucci, McKeefery, Walz Abrams, Burnham, DeGerome Lees, Davis, Lube, Support Staff

Returning Players Alcin, Allen Alvarado, Bogan Buie, Busbee Butler, Cannon, Darr Dile, Dudding M. Edwards, Erskin Fonua, Ford Fox, Gachette, Genus Gregory, Griffin Grothe Hampton, Hamrick, Hanks, Harris Hermann, Herzhauser, Hess Hester, Hill Hine, Huners, Johnson Joseph, Kelly, Ketchel Love, Luberice, Kei. McCaskill

99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106-110 106 107 108 109 110

Selvie Setser, Sherman Sims, Sinclair, J. Taylor Teachey, Tolley, Verpaele Voss, Walsh, Warren, Washington B. Williams, C. Williams K. Wilson, Young Newcomers Baker, Bedford, Bonani, Brockhaus-Kann, Bryant Daniels, D. Edwards, Estenor, Garvin, Grissom Hawkins, Jackson, Lanaris, Landi Lejiste, Marshall, Miller, Murray, Popek Sanchez, Q. Taylor, Wilkins, J. Wilson, T. Wilson

Kev. McCaskill, McClain, McElwain, McGowan

McKenzie McQueen, Mitchell Mompremier, Murphy Okolie, Padilla, Perkins Petrov, Plancher Powe, Pupello, Richardson Roberts, Robinson Samuels, Schmidt

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2007 season Review 112-117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131

2007 Stats Awards and Honors 2007 Elon Recap 2007 Auburn Recap 2007 North Carolina Recap 2007 West Virginia Recap 2007 FAU Recap 2007 UCF Recap 2007 Rutgers Recap 2007 Connecticut Recap 2007 Cincinnati Recap 2007 Syracuse Recap 2007 Louisville Recap 2007 Pittsburgh Recap 2007 Brut Sun Bowl Recap

History & Media Info

FWaa Index

134-135 136-137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147-49 150-152 153-154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162-163 164

The FWAA asked for specific information in all NCAA FBS media guides, here is where those items can be found:

Rushing Records Passing Records Receiving Records Total Offense/All-Purpose Records Rushing/Receiving/Return Records Kickoff Return Records Place Kicking Records Punting Records Defensive Records Miscellaneous Records Annual Stat Leaders Team Single Game Records Team Season Records The Last Time The Firsts â&#x20AC;Ś In USF Football History Opponent Game Records All-Time Scores All-Time Opponent Series Scores Records Honor Roll Annual Team Awards All-Time Roster In Memory

165-166 167-169 170 171

All-Time Numerical Roster Bowl History President Genshaft Board of Trustees Faculty Rep. Dr. Bob Sullins 172 Director of Athletics Doug Woolard 173 Athletics Administration 174 Communications Staff 175 Department Directory 176-177 Media Guidelines 178-179 Opponent Information 180 Local Outlets 181 Bulls On Air 182 Maps & Directions 183 ISP 184 Bulls Club

178-179 4 157 158 175 160 167-169 181 60-72 8 56-59 162-163 176-177 106-110 10-13 30-31 5 134-152 118-131 74-105 6-7 5, 26-27 112-117 5

2008 Opponents 2008 Schedule All-Time Scores All-Time Series Athletic Directory Award & Honors Bowl Games Broadcast Info Coaching Staff Bios Depth Chart Head Coach Bio Lettermen Media Info Newcomers Outlook Players in NFL Quick Facts Records Review Returning Players Rosters Stadium Information Statistics Weekly Press Availability

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Where to see & Hear the Bulls >> >

Thanks to an unrivaled six-year agreement between ESPN and the BIG EAST, the Bulls enjoy the opportunity to play the majority of their games on the ESPN body of networks. Already, six games are scheduled for a national TV audience on either ESPN or ESPN2 during the 2008 season.

ISP Sports is the official multimedia rights holder of USF Athletics. They bring the Bulls football to the masses through Clear Channel Radio and flagship station WFLA-AM 970. The other affiliates are: WDAE-AM 620, WHNZ-AM 1250, WQYK –AM 1010, WORL-AM 660, WPSL-AM 1590, WSTU –AM 1450, WLKF –AM 1430, WFLL-AM 1400.

2008 usF Football schedule Date Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 12 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 2 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Oct. 30 Nov. 15 Nov. 23 Dec. 6

Opponent (TV) Tennessee-Martin UCF (ESPN) Kansas (ESPN2) Florida International NC State Pittsburgh* (ESPN) Syracuse* Louisville* Cincinnati* Rutgers*(ESPN) Connecticut* (ESPN) West Virginia* (ESPN/ESPN2)

usF Football staff Location Tampa Orlando, Fla. Tampa Miami, Fla. Raleigh, N.C. Tampa Tampa Louisville, Ky. Cincinnati, Ohio Tampa Tampa Morgantown, W.V.

Series First Meeting USF leads 3-0 KU leads 1-0 USF leads 1-0 NC State leads 1-0 USF leads 3-2 USF leads 3-2 USF leads 3-2 Cincinnati leads 2-3 Rutgers leads 2-1 USF leads 3-2 USF leads 2-1

OVEraLL rECOrD: 9-4 | BIG EaST rECOrD: 4-3, TIED ThIrD PLaCE Date Opponents (TV) results Sept. 1 Elon (ESPNR) W, 28-14 Sept. 1 at #17/13 Auburn (ESPN2) W, 26-23 (OT) Sept. 22 North Carolina (ESPN) W, 37-10 Sept. 28 #5 West Virginia* (ESPN2) W, 21-13 Oct. 6 at FAU (ESPNU) W, 35-23 Oct. 13 UCF (ESPNU) W, 64-12 Oct. 18 at Rutgers* (ESPN) L, 30-27 Oct. 27 at Connecticut* (ABC) L, 22-15 Nov. 3 Cincinnati* (ABC) L, 38-33 Nov. 10 at Syracuse* (ESPNR) W, 41-10 Nov. 17 Louisville* (ESPNR) W, 55-17 Nov. 24 at Pittsburgh* (ESPNR) W, 48-37

L, 56-21

Name Jim Leavitt Wally Burnham Mike Canales Troy Douglas Carl Franks Greg Gregory John Hendrick Kevin Patrick Larry Scott Mike Simmonds

attendance 33,639 82,617 37,753 67,012 21,106 65,948 44,267 40,000 57,379 38,039 57,288 31,123

49,867

Position Head Coach Assoc. Head Coach/DC/LB Pass Game Coordinator Defensive Backs Running Backs/Recruiting Offensive Coordinator Defensive Line Defensive Ends Tight Ends Offensive Line

The USF Press Pass on GoUSFBulls.com is the official online and on-demand media player of USF athletics. It’s the only place to see live football press conferences and hundreds of other events. Additionally, highlights, features, interviews and behind the scenes access are available 24/7on the Press Pass.

Alma Mater Entering # Season with USF Missouri, ‘78 12th Samford, ‘63 9th Utah State, ‘84 2ndConsecutive, 7th Overall Appalachian State, ‘86 3d Duke, ‘83 5th Richmond, ‘80 4th Pittsburgh, ‘83 1st Miami, ‘94 3rd overall, 1st in Second Stint USF, ‘00 4th overall, 2nd as Asst. Coach Indiana State, ‘85 3rd overall, 2nd as Asst. Coach

strength & Conditioning staff Name Ronnie McKeefery Frank Wintrich Aaron Quarberg

2007 usF Football Results

2007 BrUT SUN BOWL Jan. 31 Oregon (CBS)

The Jim Leavitt Show has moved to Catch 47 for the 2008 football season with new host Rock Riley. Each week, Leavitt and Riley will recap the previous week’s game, take a look at the gameplan for the next opponent and provide one-of-a-kind access to the program.

Position Asst. AD/Strength Coach Associate Strength Director Assistant Strength Coach

athletic training staff Name Steve Walz Keith Abrams

Position Asst. AD/Sports Medicine Asst. Athletic Trainer

Equipment staff Name Jeremy Lees Mark Wilty

Video staff Name Jamie DeGerome

Entering # Season with USF 9th 1st 2nd

Entering # Season with USF 9th 3rd

Position Equipment Manager Asst. Equipment Manager

Entering # Season with USF 3rd Full-Time, 7th Overall 1st Full-Time, 7th Overall

Position Video Coordinator

Entering # Season with USF 13th

* BIG EAST game

Future schedules 2009 Sept. 5 Sept. 12 Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Oct. 10

Wofford at WKU FIU Miami (Fla.) at Indiana

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2010 Sept. 11 Sept. 25 Oct. 2 Nov. 27

at Florida WKU FAU at Miami (Fla.)

2011 Sept. 10 Ball State Oct. 1 at Notre Dame Nov. 26 Miami (Fla.)

2012 Sept. 8 Michigan State Sept. 22 at Ball State Nov. 24 at Miami (Fla.)

2013 2014 Sept. 7 at Michigan State Sept. 13 N.C. State Sept. 14 FAU Nov. 30 Miami (Fla.)

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Media opportunities/Quick Facts << Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Noon - Leavitt on BIG EAST teleconference Practice 7-8:30 p.m. Coach Leavitt & Assistants available after. First 30 minutes open.

12:30- 2 p.m. MEDIA LUNCHEON Leavitt, players and assistants Practice - 3-5 p.m. Leavitt & Assistants available after. First 30 minutes open.

Practice - 4-6 p.m. Leavitt & Assistants available after. First 30 minutes open.

Practice - 4-5 p.m. Assistants available after. Practice completely closed.

No availability

Postgame Press Conference -- Leavitt & Grothe available at podium. Players and assistants available by request. Locker room is closed.

Coach Leavitt available by request. No player or assistant access.

Quick Facts

usF Communications staff

Location ..................................................... Tampa, Fla. Stadium ..................................................... Raymond James Stadium Capacity ..................................................... 65,857 Surface....................................................... Tiftway Bermuda 419 First Year of Football................................... 1997 Enrollment ................................................. 45,244 Founded..................................................... 1956 Colors ......................................................... Green (PMS 343), Gold (PMS 4515) Nickname................................................... Bulls Conference ................................................. BIG EAST President.................................................... Dr. Judy Genshaft Faculty Representative............................... Dr. Robert Sullins Director of Athletics.................................... Doug Woolard Head Coach ................................................ Jim Leavitt Alma Mater ................................................ Missouri/1978 Record at USF............................................. 79-47 (.627)/11 seasons Basic Offense.............................................. Multiple Spread Basic Defense............................................. 4-3 2007 Overall Record ................................... 9-4 2006 BIG EAST Conference Record.............. 4-3 2006 BIG EAST Conference Finish ............... Tie 3rd

Assistant AD For Communications..............Chris Freet (FB Contact) Cell.............................................................(813)-625-6075 Email..........................................................cfreet@admin.usf.edu Assistant Director.......................................Amy Woodruff (Secondary FB Contact, Baseball) Cell.............................................................(813) 410-1194 Email..........................................................woodruff@admin.usf.edu Assistant Director.......................................Jeff Wuerth (Men’s Basketball, Men’s Golf) Assistant Director.......................................Mike Hogan (Women’s Basketball, Women’s Golf) Intern.........................................................Austin Bush (Volleyball, Track & Field) Mailing & Overnight Address: USF Athletics Communications 4202 E. Fowler Ave. ATH100 Tampa, FL 33620 Fax .............................................................(813) 974-5328 Raymond James Press Box .........................(813) 350-6225 Athletics Department Main Line ................(813) 974-2125

Web sites

Football administrative staff

Larry Antonucci.......................................... Asst. AD/Football Operations Pat Burnham.............................................. Director of Player Development Rich Rachel................................................. Director of HS Relations

athletics Department Director of Athletics.................................................... Doug Woolard Senior Associate AD/External Operations ................... Bill McGillis Senior Associate AD/Sports & Programs..................... Barry Clements Associate AD/Academic Services ................................ Amy Haworth Associate AD/Compliance........................................... Steve Horton Associate AD/Chief Financial Officer........................... Brett Huebner Associate AD/Development........................................ Vicki Mitchell Assistant AD/Communications ................................... Chris Freet Assistant AD/Marketing ............................................. Ayo Taylor-Dixon Assistant AD/Bulls Club .............................................. Eric Soncrant Assistant AD/Ticket Sales ........................................... Jim Louk Assistant AD/Ticket Operations .................................. Erik Book Assistant AD/FB Student-Athlete Development ......... Curtis Jones Assistant AD/Academic Services................................. Justin Miller Assistant AD/Compliance Coordinator........................ Rick Stumpf

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Numerical/alphabetical Rosters >> No. 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 9 11 12 12 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 41 42 43 44 45 46 49 51 52

Name Jason Sherman Jerrell Young Carlton Mitchell Theo Wilson Jerome Murphy Moise Plancher Alton Voss Tyson Butler Daniel Bryant Nate Allen A.J. Love Ed Alcin Tyller Roberts Louis Gachette B.J. Daniels Matt Grothe Cedric Hill Marcus Edwards Evan Landi John Lejiste Grant Gregory Quenton Washington Danny Verpaele Justin Brockhaus-Kann Antwon Hanks Aston Samuels Demetris Murray George Baker Rhett Hamrick Shawn Cannon Delbert Alvarado Mike Ford Tyrone McKenzie Justin Teachey Maikon Bonani Colby Erskin Benjamin Williams Charlton Sinclair Carlton Williams Jamar Taylor Jeff Hawkins Cameron Perkins Ilia Petrov Joel Miller Mike Padilla Richard Kelly Houston Hess Jason Fox Patrick Hampton Kion Wilson Sabbath Joseph Trent Pupello Danous Estenor Cory Grissom Chris Robinson Armando Sanchez Lucas Darr

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Pos. WR S WR CB CB RB QB CB WR S WR WR CB DB QB QB TE WR QB DB QB CB S P WR RB RB CB WR RB K/P RB LB K K WR RB DB S RB TE CB P RB FB FB LB OL DE LB LB TE DL DL LB LB LB

Ht. 6-4 6-2 6-4 6-0 6-1 5-9 6-2 5-11 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-1 6-3 6-1 6-0 6-3 5-11 6-3 6-0 6-1 5-10 5-11 6-3 6-3 5-10 5-10 5-11 6-5 5-11 6-0 6-2 6-2 5-11 5-9 5-9 5-7 5-11 6-4 5-9 6-4 5-10 5-11 6-0 6-0 6-0 6-3 6-0 6-3 6-2 6-0 6-2 6-3 6-2 6-3 5-11 5-10

Wt. 207 194 212 207 185 200 225 184 185 206 202 185 190 215 212 205 244 172 214 185 205 183 207 227 200 177 205 170 190 207 209 225 235 186 174 185 200 190 210 200 247 180 203 185 234 249 210 280 225 235 230 276 298 289 245 215 202

Yr. So. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. RFr. RFr. Fr. Jr. So. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Fr. Fr. Sr. RFr. Sr. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. RFr. Sr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Sr. So. Fr. Sr. So. Fr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. RFr. Jr. So. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. So.

Hometown (Previous School) Jacksonville, Fla. (First Coast HS) St. Petersburg, Fla. (Gibbs HS) Lutz, Fla. (Gaither HS) Dunedin, Fla. (Pearl River CC/Dunedin HS) Elizabeth, N.J. (Elizabeth HS) Naples, Fla. (Barron Collier HS) Holiday, Fla. (Gulf HS) Fort Myers, Fla. (Cypress Lake HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Chiles HS) Cape Coral, Fla. (Cape Coral HS) Bradenton, Fla. (Southeast HS) Tampa, Fla. (Chamberlain HS) Orlando, Fla. (Edgewater HS) Immokalee, Fla. (Immokalee HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Lincoln HS) Lakeland, Fla. (Lake Gibson HS) Valdosta, Fla. (Valdosta HS) Mayo, Fla. (Lafayette HS) Corral Springs, Fla. (Coral Springs Charter HS) Del Ray Beach, Fla. (Atlantic Community HS) Athens, Ohio (Indiana/Athens HS) Fort Myers, Fla. (Fort Myers HS) Merritt Island, Fla. (Merritt Island HS) Winter Springs, Fla. (Winter Springs HS) Weirsdale, Fla. (Lake Weir HS) Belle Glade, Fla. (Glades Central HS) Buford, Ga. (Buford HS) Miami, Fla. (Archbishop Carroll HS) Altamonte Springs, Fla. (Lake Brantley HS) Pensacola, Fla. (Tate HS) Tampa, Fla. (Robinson HS) Sarasota, Fla. (Sarasota HS) Riverview, Fla. (Riverview HS) Palmetto, Fla. (Palmetto HS) Lake Wales, Fla. (Lake Wales HS) Seminole, Fla. (Seminole HS) Lake Wales, Fla. (Lake Wales HS) Jacksonville, Fla. (Mandarin HS) Valdosta, Ga. (Valdosta HS) Lakeland, Fla. (Lakeland HS) Ocala, Fla. (Vanguard HS) Pensacola, Fla. (Woodham HS) Tampa, Fla. (Tampa Bay Tech HS) Tampa, Fla. (Wharton HS) Cape Coral, Fla. (Cape Coral HS) Bushnell, Fla. (South Sumter HS) Oswego, Ill. (Oswego HS) Valrico, Fla. (Durant HS) Lithonia, Ga. (Martin Luther King HS) Jacksonville, Fla. (Pearl River CC/Raines HS) Miami, Fla. (Central HS) Tampa, Fla. (Jefferson HS) Palm Beach, Fla. (Palm Beach HS) LaGrange, Ga. (Troupe County HS) Bunnell, Fla. (Flagler Palm Coast HS) St. Peterburg, Fla. (Northeast HS) Clearwater, Fla. (Countryside HS)

6 5 25 22 58 81 28 18 4 90 82 4 24 7 52 78 58 11 73 29 45 99 26 41 7 69 96 15 77 46 8 41 23 19 98 34 61 72 40 87 9 79 71 93 89 43 39 85 55 12 12 5 54 94 97 91 66

Edner Alcin Nate Allen Delbert Alvarado George Baker David Bedford Dontavia Bogan Maikon Bonani Justin Brockhaus-Kann Daniel Bryant Jarriett Buie Ben Busbee Tyson Butler Shawn Cannon B.J. Daniels Lucas Darr Marc Dile Darryl Dudding Marcus Edwards Damien Edwards Colby Erskin Danous Estenor David Fonua Mike Ford Jason Fox Louis Gachette Josh Garvin Sampson Genus Grant Gregory Jake Griffin Cory Grissom Matt Grothe Patrick Hampton Rhett Hamrick Antwon Hanks Aaron Harris Jeff Hawkins Zach Hermann Joe Herzhauser Houston Hess Jessie Hester Cedric Hill Chaz Hine Matt Huners Jatavious Jackson Taurus Johnson Sabbath Joseph Richard Kelly Andrew Ketchel Mike Lanaris Evan Landi John Lejiste A.J. Love Kenneth Luberice Craig Marshall Terrell McClain Keith McCaskill Kevin McCaskill

WR S K/P CB DE WR K P WR DE TE CB RB QB LB OT LS WR OT WR DL DE RB OL DB OG NT QB OC DL QB DE WR WR DT TE OG OL LB WR TE OL OG DT WR LB FB TE LB QB DB WR LB DE NT DT OC

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Numerical/alphabetical Rosters << 86 70 27 57 37 2 53 3 21 88 38 3 35 36 74 92 44 80 6 49 20 51 65 95 67 1 64 31 33 56 27 75 17 3 68 55 16 30 32 84 83 42 2 1

Shane McElwain Mike McGowan Tyrone McKenzie Alonzo McQueen Joel Miller Carlton Mitchell Brouce Mompremier Jerome Murphy Demetris Murray Quincy Okolie Mike Padilla Moise Plancher Cameron Perkins Ilia Petrov Mark Popek Darren Powe Trent Pupello Patrick Richardson Tyller Roberts Chris Robinson Aston Samuels Armando Sanchez Ryan Schmidt George Selvie Eric Setser Jason Sherman Jacob Sims Charlton Sinclair Jamar Taylor Quavon Taylor Justin Teachey Danny Tolley Danny Verpaele Alton Voss Michael Walsh Jeremiah Warren Quenton Washington Benjamin Williams Carlton Williams Justin Wilkins Jeffrey Wilson Kion Wilson Theo Wilson Jerrell Young

DE OL LB LB RB WR LB CB RB DE FB RB CB P OT NT TE WR CB LB RB LB OG DE LS WR OT DB RB LB K OT S QB LS OL CB RB S WR WR LB CB S

No. 53 54 55 55 56 57 58 58 61 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99

Name Brouce Mompremier Kenneth Luberice Jeremiah Warren Mike Lanaris Quavon Taylor Alonzo McQueen Darryl Dudding David Bedford Zach Hermann Jacob Sims Ryan Schmidt Kevin McCaskill Eric Setser Michael Walsh Josh Garvin Mike McGowan Matt Huners Joe Herzhauser Damien Edwards Mark Popek Danny Tolley Jake Griffin Marc Dile Chaz Hine Patrick Richardson Dontavia Bogan Ben Busbee Jeffrey Wilson Justin Wilkins Andrew Ketchel Shane McElwain Jessie Hester Quincy Okolie Taurus Johnson Jarriett Buie Keith McCaskill Darren Powe Jatavious Jackson Craig Marshall George Selvie Sampson Genus Terrell McClain Aaron Harris David Fonua

Pronunciation Guide 6 81 28 18 90 45 99 7 96 8 72 71 93 12

Edner ALCIN DONTAVIA Bogan MAIKON BONANI Justin BROCKHAUS-Kann JARRIETT BUIE DANOUS ESTENOR David FONUA Louis GACHETTE Sampson GENUS Matt GROTHE Joe HERZHAUSER Matt HUNERS JATAVIOUS Jackson Evan LANDI

Pos. LB LB OL LB LB LB LS DE OG OT OG OC LS LS OG OL OG OL OT OT OT OC OT OL WR WR TE WR WR TE DE WR DE WR DE DT NT DT DE DE NT NT DT DE

Ht. 6-1 6-0 6-4 6-0 6-0 6-1 6-2 6-5 6-3 6-5 6-5 6-2 6-1 5-10 6-4 6-5 6-3 6-4 6-6 6-7 6-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-0 6-1 6-3 6-0 6-1 6-5 6-4 6-0 6-6 6-1 6-4 5-11 6-3 6-4 6-5 6-4 6-1 6-3 6-4 6-2

Al-sin Don-tay-via May-con Bow-nah-knee Brock-house Jarrett Boo-ee Dane-us Ess-tah-nor Fuh-new-uh GUH-shet JEAN-us Growth-ee HERZ-howz-ur HUE-nurs Juh-tay-vee-us Land-ee

Wt. 230 235 320 230 198 235 261 260 313 285 320 304 230 205 294 285 290 276 320 305 300 295 300 292 175 183 242 168 203 240 251 180 240 205 250 263 260 266 260 245 314 306 270 263

Yr. Sr. RFr. RFr. Fr. Fr. So. Sr. So. So. So. Sr. RFr. Sr. RFr. Fr. RFr. Sr. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. Sr. Sr. RFr. RFr. So. Jr. Fr. Fr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. RFr. RFr. Fr. So. Jr. So. So. Jr. RFr.

12 54 86 53 21 88 38 36 3 74 92 44 56 7

Hometown (Previous School) Miami, Fla. (Edison HS) Delray Beach, Fla. (Spanish River HS) Panama City, Fla. (Bay HS) Lake Mary, Fla. (Lake Mary HS) Miami, Fla. (Northwestern HS) Jacksonville, Fla. (Lee HS) St. Petersburg, Fla. (Indian Rocks Christian) Palm Beach, Fla. (Independence CC/Palm Beach Lakes HS)

Oldsmar, Fla. (East Lake HS) Winter Park, Fla. (Winter Park HS) Boca Raton, Fla. (Kansas St./Boca Raton HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Godby HS) Richwood, Ohio (North Union HS) Tampa, Fla. (Plant HS) Lakeland, Fla. (Lake Gibson HS) Boca Raton, Fla. (West Boca Raton HS) Palm Harbor, Fla. (Palm Harbor University HS) St. Petersburg, Fla. (Lakewood HS) Chandler, Ariz. (Chandler HS) Plant City, Fla. (Plant City, Fla.) Wesley Chapel, Fla. (Wesley Chapel HS) Seffner, Fla. (Armwood HS) Miami, Fla. (Edison HS) Lithia, Fla. (Newsome HS) Pensacola, Fla. (Woodham HS) Thomasville, Ga. (Central County HS) Mobile, Ala. (McGill-Toolen HS) Miramar, Fla. (Everglades HS) Fort Pierce, Fla. (Fort Pierce Central HS) Shalimar, Fla. (Choctawhatchee HS) Palm Beach, Fla. (Glades Central HS) Belle Glade, Fla. (Glades Central HS) West Palm Beach, Fla. (Palm Beach Central HS) Cape Coral, Fla. (Cape Coral HS) Tampa, Fla. (Armwood HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Godby HS) Mayo, Fla. (Lafayette HS) Belle Glade, Fla. (Glade Central HS) Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Pearl River CC/ Choctawhatchee HS)

Pensacola, Fla. (Pine Forest HS) Lake City, Fla. (Columbia HS) Pensacola, Fla. (Pensacola HS) Williston, Fla. (Williston HS) Bradenton, Fla. (Southeast HS)

John LEJISTE Jim LEAVITT Kenneth LUBERICE Shane MCELWAIN BROUCE MOMPREMIER DEMETRIS Murray Quincy OKOLIE Mike PADILLA ILIA PETROV MOISE PLANCHER Mark POPEK Darren POWE Trent PUPELLO QUAVON Taylor Danny VERPAELE

Lah-gist LEV-it Lube-reese MACK-el-wayne Bruce Mom-pre-meer Deh-mee-tris Oh-Co-lee Puh-dill-uh Eel-ee-uh Pet-trof Moses PLAN-chur PO-peck Po Pup-PELL-oh Kway-vaughn VUR-pail

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Depth Chart >> offense POS #

Defense NaME

hT.

WT.

CL.

GP/GS/CON

POS #

Carlton Mitchell A.J. Love

6-4 6-3

210 196

So. So.

13/6/6 7/0/0

87 Jessie Hester, Jr. 81 Patrick Richardson

6-0 6-0

174 163

Jr. RFr.

23/3/0 0/0/0

78 Marc Dile 73 Damien Edwards

6-4 6-6

309 320

Sr. Fr.

31/20/15 0/0/0

65 ryan Schmidt 71 Matt Huners

6-4 6-3

327 305

Sr. Sr.

26/20/20 18/13/0

77 Jake Griffin 70 Mike McGowan 66 Kevin McCaskill

6-4 6-5 6-2

307 260 300

Sr. RFr. RFr.

30/15/12 0/0/0 0/0/0

RG 61 Zach hermann 72 Joe Herzhauser

6-3 6-4

313 263

So. So.

13/13/13 3/0/0

64 Jacob Sims 74 Mark Popek

6-5 6-7

290 310

So. Fr.

9/0/0 0/0/0

9 Cedric hil 82 Ben Busbee

6-3 6-3

230 242

Sr. Jr.

37/18/7 22/5/1

89 Taurus Johnson 81 Dontavia Bogan

6-1 6-1

204 180

Sr. So.

35/5/0 11/1/0

11 Marcus Edwards 29 Colby Erskin

5-11 5-9

164 185

Sr. Jr.

38/23/0 12/0/0

6-0 6-1

213 205

Jr. Sr.

26/25/25 6/0/0

RB-A 30 Benjamin Williams 5-7 33 Jamar Taylor 5-9

200 205

Sr. So.

26/22/1 12/1/0

RB-B 26 Mike Ford 39 Richard Kelly

225 239

So. So.

12/5/4 0/0/11

2 5

hT.

WT.

CL.

GP/GS/CON

6-4 6-6 6-5

249 255 240

Sr. So. So.

24/14/0 8/0/0 0/0/0

6-1 6-3

308 306

So. So.

6/0/0 12/0/0

98 Aaron Harris 51 Keith McCaskill

6-4 5-11

264 255

Jr. RFr.

22/15/0 0/0/0

95 George Selvie 94 Craig Marshall 41 Patrick Hampton

6-4 6-5 6-3

242 260 225

Jr. So. RFr.

26/26/26 0/0/0 0/0/0

SAM 49 Chris Robinson 57 Alonzo McQueen

6-3 6-1

233 255

Jr. So.

24/0/0 9/0/0

MIKE 27 *Tyrone McKenzie 42 Kion Wilson

6-2 6-2

235 235

Sr. Jr.

35/24/4 0/0/0

WILL 53 Brouce Mompremier 6-1 43 Sabbath Joseph 6-0

227 221

Sr. So.

33/12/1 12/0/0

6 Tyller Roberts 6-1 16 Quenton Washington 5-10

185 172

Sr. RFr.

37/1/0 0/0/0

SS or

32 Carlton Williams 17 Danny Verpaele 7 Louis Gachette

6-4 5-11 6-3

214 200 215

Sr. Sr. Sr.

38/34/14 24/12/0 38/0/0

5 1

Nate Allen Jerrell Young

6-2 6-2

200 210

Jr. RFr.

22/13/13 0/0/0

3 Jerome Murphy 13 Tyson Butler

6-1 5-11

176 170

Jr. RFr.

25/1/0 0/0/0

C or

QB 8 Matt Grothe 15 Grant Gregory

6-2 6-0

KEY Bold -- Indicates returning starters GP-Games Played GS-Games Started CON-Consecutive Starts

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NaME

90 Jarriett Buie 88 Quincy Okolie 58 David Bedford

NT 62 Sampson Genus 97 Terrell McClain

* 13 of McKenzieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s starts were earned at Iowa State, also played 11 career games at Michigan State.

SPECiAliSTS K 27 Justin Teachey 28 Maikon Bonani

5-11 5-9

176 170

Sr. Fr.

KO 27 Justin Teachey 25 Delbert Alvarado

5-11 6-0

176 196

Sr. Jr.

25 Delbert Alvarado 6-0 18 Justin Brockhaus-Kann 6-3

196 235

Jr. Fr.

67 Eric Setser 68 Mike Walsh

240 210

Sr. RFr.

6-1 5-10

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Roster Breakdowns << Florida (89) aLTaMONTE SPrINGS Rhett Hamrick BELLE GLaDES Jatavious Jackson Jesse Hester Aston Samuels BOCa raTON Mike McGowan Ryan Schmidt BraDENTON A.J. Love David Fonua BUNNELL Chris Robinson Richard Kelly CaPE COraL Nate Allen Mike Padilla Taurus Johnson CLEarWaTEr Lucas Darr COraL SPrINGS Evan Landi DELray BEaCh John Lejiste Kenneth Luberice

DUNEDIN Theo Wilson

LaKE WaLES Maikon Bonani Benjamin Williams

OrLaNDO Tyller Roberts

SaraSOTa Mike Ford

WEST PaLM BEaCh Quincy Okolie

PaLM BEaCh Danous Estenor David Bedford Shane McElwain

SEFFNEr Jake Griffin

WILLISTON Aaron Harris

SEMINOLE Colby Erskin

WINTEr ParK Jacob Sims

OSWEGO Houston Hess

ShaLIMar Andrew Ketchel

WINTEr SPrINGS Justin Brockhaus-Kann

New Jersey (1)

TaLLahaSSEE Daniel Bryant B.J. Daniels Keith McCaskill Kevin McCaskill

alabama (1)

ChaNDLEr Damien Edwards

FOrT MyErS Tyson Butler Quenton Washington

LIThIa Chaz Hine

FOrT PIErCE Justin Wilkins

LUTZ Carlton Mitchell

FOrT WaLTON BEaCh Craig Marshall

MayO Marcus Edwards Darren Powe

PaLMETTO Justin Teachey

MErrITT ISLaND Danny Verpaele

PaNaMa CITy Jeremiah Warren

MIaMI George Baker Quavon Taylor Sabbath Joseph Marc Dile Brouce Mompremier

PENSaCOLa George Selvie Cameron Perkins Shawn Cannon Terrell McClain Patrick Richardson

MIraMar Jeffrey Wilson

PLaNT CITy Mark Popek

TaMPa Joel Miller Michael Walsh Edner Alcin Jarriet Buie Ilia Petrov Delbert Alverado Trent Pupello

NaPLES Moise Plancher

rIVErVIEW Tyrone McKenzie

VaLrICO Jason Fox

LaKE CITy Sampson Genus

OCaLa Jeff Hawkins

WEIrSDaLE Antwon Hanks

LaKE Mary Michael Lanaris

OLDSMar Zach Hermann

ST. PETErSBUrG Darryl Dudding Jerrell Young Joe Herzhauser Armando Sanchez

hOLIDay Alton Voss IMMOKaLEE Louis Gachette JaCKSONVILLE Jason Sherman Kion Wilson Alonzo McQueen Charlton Sinclair LaKELaND Josh Garvin Matt Grothe Jamar Taylor

PaLM harBOr Matt Huners

Newcomer Roster 2 4 7 12 12 16 18 21 22 28 34 34 42 45 46 51 55 56 58 69 73 74 83 84 93

Theo Wilson Daniel Bryant B.J. Daniels Evan Landi John Lejiste Quenton Washington Justin Brockhaus-Kann Demetris Murray George Baker Maikon Bonani Jeff Hawkins Jeff Hawkins Kion Wilson Danous Estenor Cory Grissom Armando Sanchez Mike Lanaris Quavon Taylor David Bedford Josh Garvin Damien Edwards Mark Popek Jeffrey Wilson Justin Wilkins Jatavious Jackson

MOBILE Ben Busbee

arizona (1)

VaLDOSTa Carlton Williams Cedric Hill

Illinois (1)

ELIZaBETh Jerome Murphy

ohio (2) aThENS Grant Gregory rIChWOOD Eric Setser

Georgia (6) BUFOrD Demetris Murray LaGraNGE Cory Grissom

WESTLEy ChaPEL Danny Tolley

LIThONIa Patrick Hampton ThOMaSVILLE Dontavia Bogan

Walk-on Roster CB WR QB QB DB CB P RB CB K TE TE LB DL DL LB LB LB DE OG OT OT WR WR DT

Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. RFr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr.

Dunedin, Fla. (Pearl River CC/Dunedin HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Chiles HS) Tallahassee, Fla. (Lincoln HS) Corral Springs, Fla. (Coral Springs Charter HS) Del Ray Beach, Fla. (Atlantic Community HS) Fort Myers, Fla. (Fort Myers HS) Winter Springs, Fla. (Winter Springs HS) Buford, Ga. (Buford HS) Miami, Fla. (Archbishop Carroll HS) Lake Wales, Fla. (Lake Wales HS) Ocala, Fla. (Vanguard HS) Ocala, Fla. (Vanguard HS) Jacksonville, Fla. (Pearl River CC/Raines HS) Palm Beach, Fla. (Palm Beach HS) LaGrange, Ga. (Troupe County HS) St. Peterburg, Fla. (Northeast HS) Lake Mary, Fla. (Lake Mary HS) Miami, Fla. (Northwestern HS) Palm Beach, Fla. (Independence CC) Lakeland, Fla. (Lake Gibson HS) Chandler, Ariz. (Chandler HS) Plant City, Fla. (Plant City, Fla.) Miramar, Fla. (Everglades HS) Fort Pierce, Fla. (Fort Pierce Central HS) Belle Glade, Fla. (Glade Central HS)

Bold indicates players that began as walk-ons and now have a scholarship:

24 52 58 41 23 19 72 40 79 54 37 88 38 35 36 67 67 27 68 84 30 83

Shawn Cannon Lucas Darr Darryl Dudding Jason Fox Rhett Hamrick Antwon Hanks Joe Herzhauser Houston Hess Chaz Hine Kenneth Luberice Joel Miller Quincy Okolie Mike Padilla Cameron Perkins Ilia Petrov Eric Setser Jake Sims Justin Teachey Michael Walsh Justin Wilkins Benjamin Williams Jeffrey Wilson

RB LB LS OL WR WR OL LB OT DE RB DE FB DB P LS OT K LS WR rB WR

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Back For MoRE

2008 season Preview

In 100 years the 2007 season will have its own chapter in the annals of University of South Florida football.

The advantage in 2008 is that the Bulls will play the Jayhawks at Raymond James Stadium in early September when the sweltering Florida summer should still be burning strong.

The landmark party-crashing wins.

Cue the bitter taste when the Bulls open up conference play on the night of Thursday, Oct. 2 against Pitt. Bulls fans will be haunted by the memories of their loss to Rutgers... on a Thursday night ... while ranked number two in 2007.

The torrid rise in national respect and to No. 2 in the national rankings for the program still shy of its teenage years. The awakening of a dormant college football city, which never had a ranked hometown team to rally around. The hype, momentum and energy of a packed stadium with one of the most raucous student sections in college football.

Perhaps the stars are aligning for the Bulls to learn from their lessons of 2007 and the schedule-gods may have given USF a break.

With many of the landmarks now in the rearview mirror, the 2008 version of USF football will look to take the next step with a BIG EAST Championship and first ever BCS Bowl appearance. And they will look to rid themselves of the bitter aftertaste from opportunities and wins left on the field in 2007.

Yet the slate still includes another Thursday night game at Cincinnati, a trip to Louisville and the season finale on Championship Saturday at West Virginia.

And as the greatest champions in sports history have always said,â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once you taste success, it makes you want it even more.â&#x20AC;?

The experience on offense is hard to ignore with 10 starters returning and a wealth of depth at every position except the offensive line. Potent weapons QB Matt Grothe, WR Taurus Johnson, WR Carlton Mitchell and RB Mike Ford enter camp healthy and give USF a ton of options after setting numerous program records in 2007.

The coincidence in all these lessons is that once the Bulls hit the field in 2008, it will probably have a very familiar feel to 2007, but it may be setup even better for success. There is the marquee nationally-televised, non-conference game on Friday, Sept. 12 against Kansas. Bulls fans will reminisce about the 2007 trip to Auburn, where USF pulled off an overtime win over the nationally-ranked Tigers.

Again, the difference in 2008 is the Bulls will be hosting the Panthers for Chris Fowler, Doug Flutie, Craig James and company, instead of traveling to hostile territory. And they may see a team very similar team to their previous selves in Pitt, who is a national favorite to be a surprise contender in 2008.

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Defensive coordinator Wally Burnham expects his unit to be as potent as ever. After leading the country in turnovers in 2007, the Bulls lost three NFL defenders. Burnham thinks the secondary may be the strongest unit on defense. He also has confidence that LB Tyrone McKenzie, DE George Selvie and LB Brouce Mompremier will be able to plug holes up the middle where graduation hit the defense hardest.

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the schedule

offensive line

The 2008 non-conference slate is consistent with USF’s scheduling philosophy. The Bulls open with TenneseeMartin (I-AA/FCS), travel to UCF (non-BCS), host Kansas (home BCS), travel to FIU (non-BCS) and travel to N.C. State (away BCS). The battle with Orlando’s hometown team always garners plenty of energy locally and that should be heightened as this years game is the last on contract between USF and UCF. The Friday night home game against Kansas has a very similar feel to the 2007 home game against West Virginia. The road trip to N.C. State could prove daunting, as the Wolfpack have been picked by several pundits to be among the most improved in 2008. The conference schedule begins at Raymond James on Thursday night with Pitt, who has taken over the Bulls 2007 position as national up-and-comer. The Bulls then host Syracuse before a two game-road trip to Louisville and Cincinnati. The tilt with the Bearcats is on a Thursday night and comes just five days after the game at Louisville. After a bye week, the Bulls close out the home schedule with Rutgers and UConn in consecutive weeks before their third bye of 2008. The season finale is at West Virginia on Championship Saturday (Dec. 6) and will be aired nationally by ESPN or ESPN2.

Starters: Five players with starting experience return - OG Matt Huners, OG Ryan Schmidt, OT Marc Dile, C Jake Griffin and OG Zach Hermann. Redshirt-freshman Jacob Sims has been penciled in at the starting tackle spot opposite of the veteran Dile. Before a spring knee injury in 2007, Huners was considered the anchor of the offensive line. He came back to play some significant minutes late in the season and is back to full strength on the eve of the 2008 season. Despite being only a freshman, Zach hermann (pictured above) may have spent more time on the field than any other offensive lineman. He remained healthy the entire season and now has a full year of experience to build on. Last but not least are Schmidt (Outland) and Griffin (Rimington), who are preseason award candidates. New Faces: Mike McGowan, Joe Herzhauser, Chaz Hine and Kevin McCaskill will need to provide quality depth behind the six mentioned above Of the true freshman, Popek has the highest expectations and is already listed second on the depth chart at left tackle. Unsung hero: Huners has the ability to be the best on the line, but needs to earn back time taken away by injury.

Wide Receivers & tight Ends Starters: Only the running backs return more than the wide receivers. Yet the core group still manages to be young. Senior Taurus Johnson and Marcus Edwards are the vocal leaders. Johnson may be the most elusive player on the team and is one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the BIG EAST. Edwards is steady and reliable with the most consistent hands on the team. Junior Jessie Hester was the most improved last season and is the ideal receiver for the inside slot position in USF’s spread offense. The sophomore class may have the most potential of the entire group. Carlton Mitchell led the team in receptions (37), yards (537) and TDs (4). Dontavia Bogan had several SportsCenter worthy catches and a.J. Love (picture above) became a favorite target of Matt Grothe late last season. At tight end, veterans Cedric Hill and Ben Busbee will allow USF to line up regularly in a power formation with two tight ends. Expect to see Hill move outside in five receiver sets as well. New Faces: Tallahassee product Daniel Bryant grew up with rookie quarterback B.J. Daniels but may be a year from contributing. rising Star: Pick one in the sophomore class, but Love may be the biggest surprise star in 2008. GoUSFBulls.com

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Running Backs

Quarterbacks

The Bulls have the luxury of returning every running back that produced last season. Leading that group is senior Ben Williams, who is former walk-on and is now a favorite of the coaching staff. Williams may be the best pass-blocking back in college football and has exploded for huge rushing games on a couple occasions during his career. Sophomore Mike Ford is a fan favorite because of his potent mix of size and speed. The bruising back was in the best shape of his life this spring and is beginning to garner national attention. Right behind him is fellow sophomore and another former marquee recruit Jamar Taylor (pictured above). Taylor isn’t as big as Ford, but can produce yards inside and out. Speedster Aston Samuels was expected to be used all over the field but has been limited by a shoulder injury all offseason. Sophomore Richard Kelly is a Williams clone in the making, but is likely a year away from regular time.

It’s hard to believe, but Matt Grothe (pictured above) is just a junior. The marquee talent for the Bulls made a household name for himself last year and expects to take the offense to another level this season. The goal for Grothe and the entire offense is to capitalize on scoring opportunities at a higher rate. The Bulls posted a program record for total yards in 2007, but struggled at times in the red zone. If Grothe can drop his interception total, the offense has the potential to be the best in program history and Grothe will put himself in position for national hardware, even a Heisman Trophy run, at the end of the season. Behind Grothe is steady senior Grant Gregory. Gregory is another dual threat quarterback that is prepared to run the spread offense if given the opportunity. He is one of the hardest working athletes on the team and has the full confidence of the staff. Redshirt-freshman Alton Voss is a hybrid of Grothe and Gregory with a bigger stature than both.

Newcomers: Georgia product Demetris Murray has a ton of potential but a deep pool of players to surpass for playing time in 2008. Unsung: Taylor is the third cog at the running back position but has as much potential as anyone on the team. If he gets in a groove, he could become the featured back.

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Newcomers: Freshman B.J. Daniels comes in highly touted in basketball and football and could get some complimentary looks in 2008. Fellow rookie Evan Landi is a likely redshirt. Unsung: Grant Gregory’s work ethic, attitude and calming influence are a steadying force on the offensive unit.

specialists Delbert alvarado (picture above) did not get the credit he deserved for his performance in 2007. He is all over the USF record books for his work last season. Among those records are 19 field goals, 53 extra points (PAT) and the highest PAT percentage (97) in program history. After a slow start, the Tampa native finished 2007 by making 10 of his final 11 attempts. With that said, Coach Leavitt has apparently opened up the competition for the lead kicking role by placing senior Justin Teachey at the top of the preseason depth chart. Teachey has limited game experience but is very similar to Alvarado in that he can punt and kick. Long Snapper Eric Setser has been steady and consistent enough the last two years to earn a scholarship. In the return game, expect to see Taurus Johnson and Jerome Murphy back on kickoff returns and Marcus Edwards on punts. Newcomers: True freshman punter Justin BrockhausKann is the second punter on the depth chart, while freshman kicker Maikon Bonani has a few rungs to climb before receiving game time. Unsung hero: Jerome Murphy was a tackle away from breaking a couple kickoffs for touchdowns last season. Murphy may have the best “game speed” of any USF player.

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Defensive line

linebackers

secondary

You can’t write about the USF defensive line without mentioning consensus All-American George Selvie (pictured above). The junior defensive end is coming off the best defensive season in program history and one that revamped the BIG EAST record books. At the opposite defensive end spot is senior and returning starter Jarriett Buie, who has been a big game performer during his career. On the interior, defensive tackle Aaron Harris has added weight and should build off the unexpected success he had last season as a sophomore. Sophomore Sampson Genus is penciled in as the starter at nose tackle, but will have heavy competition from Terrell McClain. The one wild card is defensive end Quincy Okolie. Okolie, who is a former walk-on that has earned a scholarship, was a tight end last season but has flashed enough potential that defensive ends coach Kevin Patrick expects him to contribute in his first season at the position.

The loss of third team All-American and four-year starter Ben Moffitt cannot be underestimated for Defensive Coordinator Wally Burnham’s unit. Thankfully the Bulls return two seniors at the position, including their leading tackler Tyrone McKenzie. McKenzie has more tackles - 250 - than any active player in NCAA FBS football. He has moved to the middle linebacker position that was vacated by Moffitt. Fellow senior Brouce Mompremier (pictured above) is coming off a solid season as the starting weak side linebacker and has had one of the best offseason’s of any player on the roster. Mompremier has taken sophomore and fellow Miami native Sabbath Joseph under his wing. Joseph, who is slotted behind Mompremier on the depth chart is going to be heavily involved in the battle for time at the third linebacking spot, along with Chris Robinson and Alonzo McQueen.

Defensive Coordinator Wally Burnham swears the secondary will be the strongest unit on defense. That’s a tough sell for USF fans, who saw cornerbacks Trae Williams and Mike Jenkins leave for the NFL last season. Burnham loves his experience at the safety position with seniors Carlton Williams (pictured above) and Danny Verpaele. Both players are organizers and understand the defense as well as anyone not on the coaching staff. Junior safety Nate Allen is a rising star in the sport and has a knack for making clutch plays. The Bulls did lose two All-Big East corners, but they replace them with veterans in senior Tyller Roberts and junior Jerome Murphy. Both have played extensively and have been groomed for leading roles. They will have two redshirt freshman nipping at their heels in Quenton Washington and Tyson Butler.

Newcomers: Junior college transfers David Bedford and Craig Marshall will be expected to contribute immediately at defensive end. Both were JUCO standouts with resumes that bode well for 2008. Unsung hero: Aaron Harris doesn’t get much attention but no one can argue with his production last season.

Newcomers: Junior college LB Kion Wilson is listed as the second option at middle linebacker, but has the talent level to start immediately. Of the freshmen LBs, Quavon Taylor probably has the best chance to get time in 2008.

Newcomers: Defensive backs coach Troy Douglas will find time for junior college defensive back Theo Wilson, most likely at corner and on return teams. Freshman George Baker probably won’t hit the field on defense but should get a crack on return teams.

Unsung hero: Mostly because he has played at three schools, Tryone McKenzie has been an under-appreciated producer his entire college career.That may change in 2008.

Unsung hero: Ask anyone on defense, which player is the most underestimated and they will tell you Carlton Williams. Expect this leader to guide a stout 2008 “D”. GoUSFBulls.com

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Gameday at usF >> RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM... HOME OF THE BULLS >>

The University of South Florida has watched its rabid fan base grow

over the last 11 years until it reached its proverbial boiling point in 2007. The crescendo hit its peak on Sept. 28 when 67,012 USF faithful fans packed Raymond James Stadium beyond capacity for the Friday night contest against West Virginia. The atmosphere was actually building all week as students camped out overnight on the Sunday prior to get their hands on one of the 12,501 free student seats available. The largest student section in the BIG EAST didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t disappoint all night... supplying an energy previously unseen from a college football crowd in the city of Tampa. After literally swaying for over three hours, the crowd spilled over the walls and partied on the field with the USF team.

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<< < < Packing Ray Jay Only eight schools increased their attendance average by 10,000 or more from 2006 to 2007. Only one increased its attendance by 20,000. The University of South Florida led NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision Institutions with an increase of 22,948 from 2006 to 2007. Below is the chart:

+22,948 (30,222 to 53,170) +13,049 (15,810 to 28,850) +12,431 (31,569 to 44,000) +11,494 (57,330 to 68,824) +11,427 (43,445 to 54,872) +11,424 (64,955 to 76,379) +10,249 (57,483 to 67,732) +10,041 (19,240 to 29,281)

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Gameday in tampa >> > “The South Florida fans poured over the walls at Raymond James Stadium as the bucket of Gatorade was being poured over Coach Jim Leavitt.” Security had to surround the goal posts, and there was the obligatory pleading from the publicaddress announcer for the fans to behave and to be orderly. The euphoria and chaos are familiar for more mature college football programs, but for 11 year-old South Florida, the spectacle here Friday night was a right of passage to the big time. First, there was the clatter of hype and the blaring of trumpets that come with a big game. Next, there was the upset. The Bulls, who were ranked No. 18, defeated No. 5 West Virginia, 21-13, before 67,012, a school-record crowd that could not contain its glee at the final horn.

To the South Florida Bulls,

from the Michigans, Tennessees, Southern Cals, Penn States:

Welcome.” Courtesy Pete Thamel, New York Times

in the history of Friday night football on eSP SPnn2.” >“Welcome to raymond James Stadium and the biggest game ESPN announcer Sean McDonough, prior to West Virginia vs. USF game on Sept. 28, 2007. 7/17/2008 11:41:02 AM

12,501

USF has the largest allotment of student seating - 12,501 in the BIG EAST... and no USF student pays admission.

USF will play six home games at Raymond James Stadium in 2008.

Three of those games -Kansas, Pitt and UConn - will be the only college football game nationally televised on those days and at those times.

USF broke the school single game attendance record against West Virginia and had four games that would have topped the record prior to the 2007 season.

Loyal and intense, the USF student population camped out for nearly 24 hours in the hopes of securing free tickets to the West Virginia game last season.

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tampa... ampa... Hometown of the Bulls >> It serves as a vacation getaway to 18 million people a year, but to us it’s home. And what a great place it is. We revel in the kiss of the sun, the caress of the breeze and the sparkle of the turquoise water all around us. Sometimes at the end of a long winter weekend, we call our friends, who are buried under a blanket of snow, and tell them how we spent our day. Playing golf in short sleeves. Enjoying our boat. Hosting a picnic in the park. At times the temptation to rub it in wears down even the best of us. Ideally located on the coast of Florida’s beautiful Gulf of Mexico, the Tampa Bay region provides easy access to Gulf beaches and surrounding cities. The area’s central location also provides access to other Florida treasures, perfect for day trips including Orlando, Daytona and Miami. Just east of downtown Tampa, Ybor City, one of only three Florida National Historic Districts, mixes the past with the present. The area, which was famous for its flourishing cigar industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is now famous for its rich culture and exciting nightlife. Centro Ybor, a former cigar factory itself, is now a popular spot for shopping and dining. Ybor City also offers art studios and Spanish-Cuban ethnic restaurants with a true taste of the local cuisine. But the fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. At night, Ybor City comes alive with nightclubs showcasing the blues, jazz and rock. For those who enjoy somewhat quieter nights, Centro Ybor, at the heart of the city, offers a more family-type atmosphere with shops, restaurants and a movie theater. No matter how you like to spend your evenings, Ybor City won’t disappoint you. Weekends are never dull here. In addition to cultural events, the area offers theme parks such as Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, professional sports, boating, year-round golf and a destination where families can escape to marvel at Florida’s natural majesty.

The average annual temperature in Tampa is a comfortable 73 degrees. Tampa Bay’s weather is a combination of bright sunny days tempered by gentle bay breezes. If you are going to pack a coat, make sure it is a light one. The average winter temperature in Tampa is 63 degrees. Local residents enjoy sunshine year round and without the hassle of severe winter weather.

The Tampa Bay area is lined by 26 miles of famous white sand beaches. Local spots Caladesi Island, Fort Desoto Park and Siesta Key are regularly listed among the top 10 beaches in America.

2.6

The Tampa Bay area, which includes Tampa, St. Petersburg, Ybor City, Plant City and Temple Terrace, is home to 2.6 million residents. Tampa is the third most populous city in Florida.

Nearly 19 million travelers come through Tampa International Airport each year. The airport offers the ease of a small city with the advantages of 271 daily flights and has been listed as the most efficient airport in America.

The Bay Area is such a hotbed of diversity that the U.S. Census Bureau named the area one of the five most diverse, integrated urban areas in the country. This diverse mix of homes and cultures adds to the area’s high quality of life.

Credit: Tampa Bay & Company

Yes, the sun does shine on us an average of 240 days a year, but that’s only part of the picture. Just take a more in-depth look at the many items that make Tampa Bay an ideal place to call home.

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tampa Bay’s top Concerts • • • • • • • • • •

50 Cent Beyonce Bruce Springsteen Chris Brown Dave Matthews Jimmy Buffet Lil John Lil Wayne Ludacris My Chemical Romance

• • • • • • • • • •

Rick Ross Paul Wall Pearl Jam Pit Bull Radiohead Tool Tom Petty T-Pain Young Jeezy Warped Tour

<< < BEYONCE KNOWLES

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Sports and Tampa Bay are an unbeatable combination. Wherever your sporting interests lie, the Tampa Bay market has plenty of options. The city is home to teams from the National Football League, Major League Baseball, National Hockey League, Arena Football and one of the proudest minor league baseball organizations in the country. If you like basketball, the town annually hosts postseason college basketball tournaments at the first class St. Pete Times Forum (pictured above). Prominent professional sports teams are making the city among the most successful in the sports world. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are a perennial power in the NFC, won the NFC South Division in 2007 and reached the playoffs. The Tampa Bay Lightning reached the Stanley Cup playoffs in 2007 as the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference. The Rays were the best team in Major League Baseball halfway through the 2008 season. Then there is the Arena league’s Tampa Bay Storm, which has had more success than any team in the market. The Storm are five-time world champions 1991, 1993, 1995, 1996 and 2003. The city is also home to the Tampa Yankees, which serves as the spring training home for America’s Team and the regular season home for their single A affiliate.

RAYS’ ALL STAR CARL CRAWFORD

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>> >>

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John Gruden

tampa Professional sports...title town << <<

Tampa professional teams have won seven championships since 1991. The years are listed below

<< < New York Yankee Derek Jeter and USF baseball player Mike Consolmagno

BUCCANEERS DB RONDE BARBER

>> >>

tropicana Field (above) will be the home to the inaugural St. Petersburg Bowl in december, 2008.

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1991 1993 1995 1996 2002 2003 2004

A Pre-1997 USF Logo

11 Years to Prominence >> october, 1991 Then-President Francis T. Borkowski convenes a group of 40 individuals (faculty, staff, students, alumni, community friends) to assess the feasibility of adding a football program.

> >>

september 19, 1994

> the idea as a potential rallying point for students and alumni. >>

President Betty Castor asks for a complete review of football before proceeding, but also states her support for

april 2, 1992 March 20, 1992 The Chair of the feasibility committee (Dr. Leon Mandell) reports to President Borkowski that the committee recommends that football would be feasible.

March 21, 1992 President Borkowski refers the matter to the USF Athletics Council.

Dr. Stewart Schneller, then the Chair of the Athletics Council, sends a memorandum to the University Community requesting their comments and asks the Faculty Senate Speaker, the A&P Presiding Officer, the USPS Senate President, the Student Government President, the USF Foundation President, and the Athletic Association President to also report the views of their constituencies to the Council.

July 12,1993

> named Associate Athletic Director of External Affairs at USF. >>

Lee Roy Selmon, now a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Academic All-America Hall of Fame, is

December 3, 1992 Athletics Council meets to determine its recommendation to the President, and in a 15-2 vote, the Council passed a resolution recommending that President Borkowski â&#x20AC;&#x153;initiate efforts to determine if non-state appropriated resources are present to support intercollegiate football at the University of South Florida.â&#x20AC;?

august, 1993 Community committee, co-chaired by Frank Morsani and Peyton Adams, with staff leadership from Selmon, is formed to raise $10 million, with an intermediary goal of $5 million in order to seek the Florida Board of Regents approval.

December 10, 1993 Betty Castor named President at the University of South Florida.

october 5, 1994 USF announces a $200,000 (sponsor funded) multi-media blitz to sell season ticket commitments. Through July, 1995, over 2,000 commitments were received.

october 20, 1994 Season ticket commitments available for purchase.

June 28, 1995 Athletic Director Paul Griffin says USF has raised the $5 million self-imposed goal before seeking Board of Regents approval.

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1997-2004 USF Logo

usF timeline << July 20, 1995 Florida Board of Regents approves a student fee increase of 50 cents per credit hour to commence in the Fall 1995 semester in order to fund a football operating budget. It is expected that this will generate $350,000 annually.

august 29, 1995 BOR conducts final fact-finding review in consideration of USF Football on the USF campus. Upon completion of meeting, in a straw poll, BOR support for football is unanimous.

september 15, 1995 Board of Regents approves USF Football at their meeting in Orlando.

september 16, 1995 USF begins search for a head coach, with staff hiring to follow.

December 3, 1995

> Jim Leavitt named first head coach in USF Football history. >>

Humble Beginnings

>> > > Some 11 years ago the USF football staff began in trailers dubbed by the staff as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Ponderosa.â&#x20AC;?

THE PONDEROSA...THE FIRST HOME OF USF FOOTBALL

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Current USF Logo

usF timeline: From 1997 to 2008 >> september 6, 1997 - USF played its first-ever football game at Tampa Stadium in front of 49,212 fans, a record attendance that stood for 10 years. February, 1996 USF signs first-ever recruiting class, a class that eventually grows to 81 players including scholarship players and walk-ons.

september 6, 1996 First-ever football practice at USF.

september 25, 1996 First intrasquad scrimmage played at USF.

september 6, 1997 First-ever USF football game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at Tampa Stadium - a 80-3 win over Kentucky Wesleyan

october 3, 1998 First collegiate game in the new Raymond James Stadium a 45-6 win over the Citadel.

september 4, 1999 First I-A opponent at San Diego State.

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USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INAUGURAL GAME AT THE OLD TAMPA T STADIUM

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september 6, 1997 - Kevin Patrick, who rejoined the USF coaching staff in 2008, leads the Bulls onto the field prior to their inaugural game in 1997.

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>> Inn 2007, USF broke the inaugural game attendance record four times and played in front of five of the 10 largest crowds in school history.

WR CARLTON MITCHELL CELEBRATES 2007 WIN OVER WEST VIRGINIA

May, 2004

> USF locker rooms, offices, meeting rooms, video center, hall of fame, academics center and conference space. >>

The Bulls upgraded to a state-of-the-art $15 million Athletic Training Center (pictured above) in 2004. The facility houses the

october 28, 2000

December 23, 2006

First I-A win at Connecticut.

USF earns first-ever Bowl win over East Carolina at PapaPapa johns.com Bowl.

september 8, 2001 USF opens eyes with a 35-26 win at Pittsburgh.

september 16, 2007

November 16, 2002 USF gains its first win over a nationally ranked I-A team with a 29-7 victory over Bowling Green.

USF appears in the Associated Press (23) and USA Today Today/ Coaches (24) Top 25 Polls for the first time in program history. The ranking came exactly 10 years and 10 days after their inaugural game against Western Kentucky.

september 27, 2003

september 28, 2007

USF’s first-ever Conference USA game was a 28-0 win at Army.

November 4, 2003

A record crowd of 67,012 was in attendance as USF defeats No. 5 West Virginia in a nationally televised game on ESPN2 that set college football ratings records for the Worldwide Leader in Sports.

USF accepts an invitation to join the BIG EAST Conference in 2005.

september 30, 2007

september 24, 2005

Just 106 polls after moving up to the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision, the Bulls were ranked (6) in the top 10 in the AP Poll. The ascension is the fastest in the modern era of

USF’s first Big East game, a 45-14 win over Louisville.

college football. The next week USF moved to No. 5, which was another record for the fastest pace at 107 polls.

November 27, 2007 USF accepts an invitation to play in the 2007 Brut Sun Bowl, marking its third consecutive season with a bowl appearance.

>> three Bowls in three Years

Just 11 years into their history, seven years into the highest level of college football and five years of conference affiliation, the Bulls have made three straight bowl game appearances: 2005 Meineke Car Care Bowl, 2006 Papajohns. com Bowl, 2007 Brut Sun Bowl.

December 31, 2005 USF’s first Bowl game at Meineke Car Care Bowl.

November 25, 2006 USF defeats seventh ranked West Virginia 24-19.

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Raymond James stadium >> Tampa Bay will literally be the focus of the entire world when Super Bowl XLIII comes to town this upcoming February. A worldwide audience of ONE BILLION will be watching the best football teams in the world square off in the same stadium the USF Bulls call home, Raymond James Stadium. Within our own USA borders, 140 million people watched the 2008 Super Bowl, which is 36 million more than went out and celebrated New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve. Tampa will become the mecca for football fans for two weeks prior to the NFL title game. More than 100,000 visitors will decend on the area and more than 150,000 will participate in the Super Bowl related activities. The 2008 Super Bowl was televised to 232 countries and territories in 34 languages. The impact on the community is projected to reach $300-400 million and further supplant Tampa Bay as a lead player and perfect destination for major sporting events. Some 3,400 media members will cover the event, 7.5 million parties and 43.9 million party-goers will celebrate the day across the country.

In a survey conducted by the NFL Players Association in 2006, players rated Raymond James Stadium as the best NFL playing field.

Operated by more than 30 technicians at Raymond James Stadium, BucVision was the first in all professional sports and BIG EAST to allow fans to view replays and game images in high definition (HDTV).

Tampa Bay has been the home of four Super Bowls, including 2001. Eight years is the total time between the first Super Bowl hosted at Raymond James (2001) and the eventual return on February 1, 2009 for Super Bowl XLIII.

USF and head coach Jim Leavitt have an overall record of 49-11 and winning percentage of 82 percent in games played at Raymond James Stadium.

After Super Bowl XLIII, USF will be one of only six programs to play in a stadium that has hosted multiple Super Bowls, while they have been a tenant. The others are USC, UCLA, San Diego State, Miami and Tulane.

The most impressive part about the video boards at Raymond James Stadium is the sheer size - 24 feet high by 92 feet wide. They are so omnipresent, players have been known to use them as an extra eye during the game.

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athlete-First Facilities >> > >

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The athlete and his/her needs came first when USF planned its Athletic Training Center. The center and its talented staff is not only about building a better athlete, but ensuring the fast and positive recoveries when injuries strike. No player is more evident of that mentality than offensive lineman Matt huners h (left), who tore his ACL in the spring of 2007 and rehabbed himself back onto the field in the ninth game of the 2007 season.

SENIOR WIDE RECEIVER TAURUS T JOHNSON

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>> athletic team in the department for practice and/or training. Each of the four fields is large enough to accommodate at least one fully-chalked football field. Pictured above is one of four fields that lie in the shadows of the USF Athletic Training Center. The fields are available to the football team and every other

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the athletic training Center

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An inside look at the Athletic Training Center, which is featured at the top.

The Hall of Fame area inside the Athletic Training Center

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In May 2004, the USF athletic family moved into a sparkling new $15 million facility that provides student-athletes with an outstanding environment for improving the mind and body, with impressive space for academic counseling, sports medicine and strength and conditioning, in addition to a home for the athletic department staff. The building sits on the eastern end of campus and gives an impressive view for those entering campus on Bull Run. The facility is 104,000 square feet and brings the vast majority of the athletic department under one roof. With the exception of men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball and men’s and women’s golf, the remainder of the 13 athletic teams call the new facility home. The basketball teams remain in the on-campus Sun Dome, where volleyball also takes up residence in its home - The Corral. The golf teams remain housed at the on-campus USF Golf Course, The Claw. The facility includes a 10,000-square foot strength and conditioning center with state-of-the-art medical and strength equipment. It also has an ultra-impressive Academic Enrichment Center that covers one-fourth of the upper floor in the two-story complex. The AEC includes a computer study lab, a separate study lounge, a library and office space for counselors and tutors. The Sports Medicine Clinic is also housed in the new Athletic Training Center. Opened in May of 2004, the 5,400 square foot clinic is designed with the health care of every student-athlete in mind. It features brand new modalities and rehab equip equipment, as well as three Hydroworx series pools. The Hydroworx 1000 is equipped with an underwater treadmill, three current jets, an underwater camera monitoring system and a computer control console. These pools are state-of-the-art and will allow the student-athletes an extra tool to return to play quickly and safely. The Academic Enrichment Center is designed to provide the academic support and the learning environment so that each student-athlete has the opportunity to reach his or her goals. It is the home of comprehensive services including advising, tutoring, and counseling, available to all USF student-athletes. GoUSFBulls.com

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Bulls In the NFl >> ANDRE HALL

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With just 11 seasons of college football under its belt, the USF program has already produced 10 NFL Draft picks. History began on April 22, 2001 when NFL Director of Operations Gene Washington stepped to the podium and announced that USF Bull Kenyatta Jones was drafted in the fourth round by the New England Patriots, with the 96th pick. Then the Bulls became part of Draft histoy as Anthony Henry was taken by the Cleveland Browns with the 97th pick of the fourth round and moments later, Bill Gramatica was taken by the Arizona Cardinals with the 98th pick of the fourth round. The story came full circle in 2007 when cornerback Mike Jenkins became USF’s first-ever first round pick when the Dallas Cowboys drafted him with the 25th pick. And who will he team up with in the Dallas backfield... a member of the first USF draft class... Anthony Henry.

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USF NFL DraFT hISTOry Kenyatta Jones Anthony Henry Bill Gramatica Kawika Mitchell Shurron Pierson DeAndrew Rubin J.R. Reed Stephen Nicholas Mike Jenkins Trae Williams

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Fourth Round Fourth Round Fourth Round Second Round Fourth Round Seventh Round Fourth Round Fourth Round First Round Fifth Round

96th Pick 97th Pick 98th Pick 47th Pick 129th Pick 253rd Pick 129th Pick 109th Pick 25th pick 159th Pick

Credit: James D. Smith\ Dallas Cowboys

New England Patriots Cleveland Browns Arizona Cardinals Kansas City Chiefs Oakland Raiders Green Bay Packers Philadelphia Eagles Atlanta Falcons Dallas Cowboys Jacksonville Jaguars

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University of South Florida fans have a second NFL team to cheer for during the 2008 season. With respect to the hometown Buccaneers, the Green and Gold faithful will have a close eye on the Dallas Cowboys and in particular, their defensive backfield. 2007 First Team All-American Mike Jenkins (near right) was picked in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft and is expected to start at cornerback alongside USF legend Anthony Henry (far right). Jenkins made USF history by being USF’s first ever first-round draft pick. He landed in the enviable position of playing for the defending NFC East Champion and in a backfield that also includes savvy veterans Roy WilWil liams and Terrence Newman.

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<< Where to watch the Bulls on NFL Sundays

Frank Davis | ol

Ben Moffitt | LB

Detroit Lions

Houston Texans

andre Hall | RB

stephen Nicholas | lB

Denver Broncos

Atlanta Falcons

anthony Henry | DB

J.R. Reed | DB

Dallas Cowboys

Philadelphia Eagles

Mike Jenkins | DB

trae Williams | DB

Dallas Cowboys

Jacksonville Jaguars

Kawika Mitchell | lB

J.R. REED

Buffalo Bills SUPER BOWL XLII CHAMPION KAWIKA MITCHELL

Marquel Blackwell Jeremy Burnett Frank Davis Glenn Davis Bill Gramatica DeJuan Green Jimmy Fitts Andre Hall

Shawn Hay Anthony Henry Elgin Hicks Amarri Jackson

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FOrMEr USF PLayErS WITh NFL ExPErIENCE PLayEr Ryan Benjamin

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TEaM hOW aCQUIrED Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2001 Chicago Bears FA, 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2003-2004 New York Jets FA, 2003 Minnesota Vikings FA, 2007 Detroit Lions FA, 2006-Present New York Jets FA, 2001 Arizona Cardinals Drafted 4th Round, 2001-2003 New York Giants FA, 2004 Oakland Raiders FA, 2004, 2006 New York Giants FA, 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2006 Chicago Bears FA, 2006 Denver Broncos FA, 2006-Present San Francisco 49ers FA, 2001 Cleveland Browns Drafted 4th Round, 2001-2004 Dallas Cowboys FA, 2005-Present Indianapolis Colts FA, 2004 Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2008

Mike Jenkins Kenyatta Jones Maurice Jones Craig Kobel Scott McCready Dyral McMillan Kawika Mitchell

Ben Moffitt Levi Newton Stephen Nicholas Shurron Pierson Ean Randolph

Dallas Cowboys Drafted 1st Round, 2008-Present New England Patriots Drafted 4th Round, 2001-2003 Washington Redskins FA, 2003-2004 Green Bay Packers FA, 2004 Philadelphia Eagles FA, 2007 New England Patriots FA, 2001 Carolina Panthers FA, 2004 San Francisco 49ers FA, 2000 Kansas City Chiefs Drafted 2nd Round, 2003-2006 New York Giants FA, 2007 Buffalo Bills FA, 2008-Present Houston Texans FA, 2008-Present Detroit Lions FA,2005-06 Atlanta Falcons Drafted 4th Round, 2007-Present Oakland Raiders Drafted 4th Round, 2003 Chicago Bears FA, 2004-2005 Kansas City Chiefs FA, 2007

J.R. Reed

DeAndrew Rubin Hugh Smith Maurice Tucker Tony Umholtz

Huey Whittaker

Anthony Williams LaFann Williams Trae Williams

Philadelphia Eagles Drafted 4th Round, 2004-2006 St. Louis Rams FA, 2006 Atlanta Falcons FA, 2006 Philadelphia Eagles FA, 2007-Present Green Bay Packers Drafted 7th Round, 2003 Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2005 Baltimore Ravens FA, 2003 Cleveland Browns FA, 2004 Cincinnati Bengals FA, 2003 New Orleans Saints FA, 2003 Tennessee Titans FA, 2000 New York Giants FA, 2001 New England Patriots FA, 2002 Pittsburgh Steelers FA, 2004 Tampa Bay Buccaneers FA, 2005 Jacksonville Jaguars FA, 2005 Indianapolis Colts FA, 2002 Washington Redskins FA, 2000 Jacksonville Jaguars Drafted, 5th Round, 2008 -Present

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In the National spotlight >>

A new day arrived at USF in 2007 and along with the on-field success came a crush of national media attention centered on everything from the rapid rise to prominence to the unofficial haircut of college football, the mohawk. The Bulls were the hottest story in America and everyone from ESPN to Sports Illustrated to CSTV and CBS turned their lenses, microphones and notepads on Tampaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hometown team.

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USF needed just 107 weeks to go from new NCAA FBS member to a top-5 Associated Press ranking in 2007, which is the fastest pace in college football history. On Oct. 14, 2007 the Bulls peaked at No. 2 in the AP Poll and the first round of BCS rankings. USF went from unranked to No. 2 in the matter of seven polls. The 2007 USF and West Virginia game received a 2.7 Nielsen rating, meaning 2.6 million homes watched the national broadcast. It set a ESPN2 Friday night record and ranks second in network history. The 2007 USF and Rutgers game received a 3.39 rating, meaning that 3.25 million homes watched. More households in Tampa watched the game than the Red Sox playoff game that aired in the same time slot. USF will have six national award candidates George Selvie, Tyrone McKenzie, Matt Grothe, Nate Allen, Jake Griffin and Ryan Schmidt - going into the 2008 season, by far a school record. Further emphasizing what a hot commodity USF was in 2007, the Bulls game versus Pitt, who had a losing record, earned a 6.75 rating in Tampa, which is a BIG EAST regional record for the local market. USF played on national television on seven occasions in 2007, which was a new high for the program. The Bulls also appeared on CBS (in the Sun Bowl) for the first time ever. The Bulls already have six guaranteed national television appearances prior to the start of the 2008 season. By comparison, USF had three before the kickoff of 2007. The official web site of USF athletics, GoUSFBulls. com was viewed by 9.8 million visitors from June 2007 to June 2008. The peak months came in September and October when 3.75 million visited. According to Nielsen ratings, nearly 13 million people tuned into the Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; seven nationally televised games during the 2007 season. Tampa Bay is the 13th largest media market in the United States and easily the largest among BIG EAST programs with football teams. The next closest is Pittsburgh at No. 22. USF stars Matt Grothe and George Selvie, along with head coach Jim Leavitt, are featured o n21 billboards promoting the upcoming season around the Tampa Bay area this summer. USF increased its average attendance by 58 percent from 30,222 in 2006 to 53,170 in 2007. The improvement of 22,948 on a game-by-game basis was nearly 10,000 more than any other school. Sports Illustrated ranked USF No. 116 in its first season at Division I-A. Just a short six seasons later in 2007, the crew at SI put the Bulls at No. 25 in its college football preview.

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Media Coverage <<

The media dubbed “GroHawk”

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Head Coach Jim leavitt >> As a handful of programs around the country look into and are beginning football programs, the University of South Florida department of athletics has fielded a myriad of phone calls, surveys and questionnaires. The administrators and researchers want to know how USF has been able to establish itself as a BIG EAST power and top 25 program in a short span of 11 years. While there is not one definite answer or magic bullet, there has been one consistent force behind the Bulls unfathomable rise to the upper echelon of college football. That presence has been head coach Jim Leavitt, who built the program from scratch on uncharted practice fields some 12 years ago. It makes sense that the St. Petersburg native is most commonly characterized with three adjectivesloyalty, focus and intensity. An 11-year stay at one school is unheard of among the current generation of college football head coaches. Of course the legends like Bobby Bowden and Joe Paterno are the standard, but mentors with success like Leavitt at a growing program are usually looking for greener pastures. Not Leavitt, who says,“I will probably retire at USF.” The man is driven by a will to outwork every other coach in the game. A tireless focus keeps him in the office until the early morning hours during the regular season and is the reason he has not taken a full, consecutive week of vacation during his entire USF career. Ask his players and they will undoubtedly laugh about his intensity. The sprints on the practice field, the constant pacing and movement or the way he constantly assesses his team’s mental state. But don’t take it as overbearing. The coach has also been known to do a head first slide onto the practice field when his team needs a good laugh.

In the era of coaches leaving other programs before the ink even dries on their contract, Jim Leavitt is the only head coach USF has known. Despite several overtures, Leavitt tells everyone that will listen that,“USF is the perfect job for me.”

Leavitt has the longest tenure of any BIG EAST coach at their current school. In fact, Leavitt and UConn’s Randy Edsall are the only mentors with at least six seasons at their schools.

USF is 51-29 since joining the highest level of college football, NCAA FBS. It’s supposed to get tougher at the next level, but USF has a better winning percentage, 63.8, since moving up than it did when it was a member of the NCAA FCS (60.8).

2014 USF head coach Jim Leavitt signed a contract extension this past off-season that will keep him in the lead of the green and gold through the 2014 season.

Perhaps nothing better illustrates Leavitt’s intensity than the way he sprints onto the field at full bore before each and every game.

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the only Coach In usF History << Finish strong It became the team motto for the 2007 season prior to the Auburn game. And the motto couldn’t have been played out any better as the Bulls went on to an overtime win at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Would you believe the real story behind the motivational theme is even better? The idea came from Coach Leavitt’s close friend Jeff Wagner (left), who is battling cancer. Wagner was a die-hard USF fan before there was a football team and his illness struck many in the community hard. In the frequent letters he wrote to Leavitt and the team, he always signed off with the phrase,“Finish Strong.” Leavitt was inspired by his resiliency against a battle much tougher than any on the football field and asked Wagner if he could use it as a rallying cry for his team. So as he met with his team one final time before kickoff in a hostile SEC stadium. Leavitt asked his team for 60 minutes of focus and he told them the story of Jeff Wagner. And then he told them to FINISH STRONG and win this one for the Bulls’ biggest fan.

leavitt as a Beef stud The story continued into basketball season, when Leavitt sponsored Finish Strong night to raise awareness and funds for cancer research in honor of Jeff Wagner. As a sign of support Coach Leavitt dressed up (pictured to left) as a Beef Stud. The Beef Studs are the most vocal and vibrant student fan group on campus. He took the court during the first television timeout and then went and cheered on the Bulls from the student section.

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Coaching staff >> Pass Game Coordinator & Wide Receivers Coach Mike Canales

Wally Burnham Associate Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers

Mike Canales Pass Game Coordinator/Wide Receivers

troy Douglas Defensive Backs

Carl Franks Recruiting Coordinator/Running Backs

Greg Gregory Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks

John Hendrick Defensive Line

Kevin Patrick Defensive Ends

larry scott Tight Ends

Mike simmonds Offensive Line

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>> Mike Jenkins, Trae Williams and Ben Moffitt werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only Bulls to go pro in 2008. Defensive Coordinator and Associate Head Coach Wally Burnham (pictured above) and his defensive staff were invited by Tony Dungy to Indianapolis to watch the Colts during an Offseason Training Activity (OTA) from June 6-8.

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Three coaches on the USF staff have head coaching experience. Carl Franks was the head coach at Duke, John Hendrick at Benedict College and Greg Gregory at Missouri Southern State.

Defensive Backs Coach Troy Douglas

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Outside of current coordinators Wally Burnham and Greg Gregory, three assistants also have experience as offensive or defensive coordinators - Carl Franks, John Hendrick and Mike Canales. The USF coaching staff has four national championships among them. Two were won on the playing field by Kevin Patrick (Miami), while Wally Burnham (FSU) and Carl Franks (Florida) each have one as coaches.

The assistant coaches at USF have 21 former players that are on NFL rosters heading into the 2008 season.

The Bulls coaching staff has 29 total years of tenure at USF. The total ranks second among schools in the BIG EAST. AST AST. The Bulls coaching staff has a combined total of 189 years of coaching experience on staff, led by defensive coordinator Wally Burnham, who has been in the game for 36 years. Add in director of high school relations Rich Rachel and his 38 years and the number easily clears 200.

Running Backs Coach Carl Franks

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offensive Bull Rush >>

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nd Gold >> It's Good to Be Green and Options abound for the USF offense this fall. Coming off a record-breaking season in 2007, the offensive side of the ball returns 10 starters and depth at nearly every position. The Bulls only lost four regular contributors from last season - Amarri Jackson, Nick Capogna, Jared Carnes and Walt Walker. The returnees are led by Heisman candidate QB Matt Grothe (pictured left), who is arguably one of the two most dangerous dual threat quarterbacks in college football. Behind him is a stable of running backs, which is headlined by senior Ben Williams and former fivestar recruits Mike Ford and Jamar Taylor. Spread out to the slots will be a group of 10 receivers that pulled in catches last season. On the offensive line, the Bulls return four starters including preseason national award candidates Ryan Schmidt and Jake Griffin.

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Senior WR Taurus Johnson (left) and sophomore RB Mike Ford

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In the first season under new offensive coordinator Greg Gregory, the Bulls posted program records in total offense and yards per game. The Bulls lit up the scoreboard too, averaging 34.7 points per game. Matt Grothe was one of only three NCAA FBS quarterbacks to run for more than 850 yards and pass for 2,500 yards. The others were Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow and Central Michiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dan LeFevour. Eight receivers that reeled in a catch last season return on offense. The leader of the group in 2007 was redshirt-freshman Carlton Mitchell, who had 34 catches for 537 yards and 14.5 yards per reception. USF scored a program record 30 rushing touchdowns in 2007. The RB duo of Mike Ford (12) and Ben Williams (6), combined for 18, while QB Matt Grothe (10) and Ford (12) became the first duo in USF history with double digit rushing TDs in the same season. The Bulls only lost 39 rushing yards to graduation in 2007. And that is coming off a season when Grothe set a program record for rushing yards by a QB (872) and the team fell just 28 yards shy of the program record for total rushing yards. The Bulls return players that accounted for 91 percent of the receptions in 2007 and 88 percent of the receiving yards.

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Bull-Dozing Defense >>

The USF defense led the country in turnovers last season with 42 in 13 games. They also led the country in fumbles recovered with 19, while rankrank ing fourth in interceptions with 23.

Just like in 2007, the USF defense will again have three players on national award lists before the 2008 season. The only thing that will change are all the names: In 2007 DE George Selvie, LB Tyrone McKenzie and DB Nate Allen.

USF has ranked in the top 30 in total defense five of the last six seasons, including being ranked 17th in 2002, 2003 and 2005. The Bulls have ranked no lower than 24th in pass efficiency defense during the same time frame.

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Current Jacksonville Jaguar Trae Williams had more interceptions than any player in college football the last two seasons with a total of 13. Of the six he picked in 2007, he took three back for TDs. Over the last three seasons the USF defense has forced 98 turnovers and if you included blocked kicks, the number jumps to 108. The Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; D has blocked 10 kicks, intercepted 51 passes and recovered 47 fumbles. No player that touches a NCAA FBS football field at the start of 2008 can claim to have more tackles the last two seasons than Bulls LB Tyrone McKenzie. McKenzie had 129 at Iowa State in 2006 and a school record 121 for USF in 2007.

Tyrone McKenzie

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Junior DB Jerome erome Murphy

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scoop & score Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mantra of the defensive staff and something that is routinely hollered from the sidelines during games and practice. Scoop and Score. It refers to picking up a fumble and returning it for a touchdown. The Bulls had a banner year for scoring on turnovers in 2007. Not only did they lead the country in fumbles recovered and turnovers forced, the Bulls were also third in tackles for loss and fourth in interceptions. And they capitalized on those opportunities by six defensive touchdowns - five off interceptions and one on a fumble recovery. Some of the proof is in the pictures below:

nate allen (above) returns a fumble against West virginia.

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Bulls strength trength Program >> > > the Carpenter Ask his colleagues and you’ll hear about the talent possessed by football strength coach and assistant athletic director Ron McKeefery (left). The Iowa native has been asked to speak at national conventions and has been flown to various universi universities to share some wisdom with their staff. The rise to football prominence doesn’t happen without sweat and tears and while Jim Leavitt is undoubtedly the architect of everything football, you can just as easily claim that McKeefery is the carpenter. His finely tuned plan for strength and speed gains, while also working to prevent injuries, has helped USF compete at the highest level of college football without the benefit of recruiting classes filled with stars and prep hype. And like Coach Leavitt and everything USF football the rise to BCS contender was a process... it just so happened McKeefery and company chose to take the fast route.

Professional Gains A look at the improvements four former Bulls and current NFL players made during their careers: STEPhEN NIChOLaS - LINEBaCKEr - aTLaNTa NTa FaLCONS NT 190 Freshman Year Weight 228 Pro Day Weight MIKE JENKINS - DEFENSIVE BaCK CK - DaLLaS COWBOyyS Freshman year y Senior year y 4.55 - 40-Yard Dash 4.40 - 40-Yard Dash 275 Bench Press 370 Bench Press BEN MOFFITT - LINEBaCKEr - hOUSTON TExaNS Freshman year y Pro Day 31 Inch Vertical 35 Inch Vertical 8 Reps at 225 22 Reps at 225 510 Squat 610 Squat 255 Bench Max 380 Bench Max TraE WILLIaMS - DEFENSIVE BaCK CK - JaCKSONVILLE Ja JaGUarS Freshman year y Pro Day 255 Bench Max 315 Bench Max 5 Reps at 225 14 Reps at 225 176 Weight at 4.5 Body Fat 193 at 4.5 Percent Body Fat

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Senior tight end Cedric hill

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SSenior Running Back Ben Williams

all-time strength Records Below is a sampling of current players that own USF alltime strength and conditioning records at their position:

College Gains A look at the improvements eight Bulls have made since beginning their collegiate careers: Na aLLEN - JUNIOr - DEFENSIVE BaCK NaTE Freshman year y Junior year y 31 Inch Vertical 35 Inch Vertical 4.84 - 40-Yard Dash 4.49 - 40-Yard Dash 245 Bench Press 285 Bench Press Ma GrOThE - JUNIOr - QUarTErBaCK MaTT Freshman year y Junior year y 28.5 Inch Vertical 32 Inch Vertical 4 - 225 Bench Reps 11 - 225 Bench Reps CEDrIC hILL - SENIOr - TIGhT END Freshman year y Senior year y 207.8 Body Weight 241 Body Weight 275 Bench Max 345 Bench Max aarON harrIS - JUNIOr - DEFENSIVE TaCKLE Freshman year y Junior year y 224 Body Weight 264 Body Weight 30 Inch Vertical 33.5 Inch Vertical 5.46 - 40-Yard Dash 4.91 - 40-Yard Dash 275 Bench Max 340 Bench Max

Nate Allen Delbert Alvarado Colby Erskin

DB SPL WR

Greg Gregory Matt Grothe Aaron Harris

QB QB DL

Joe Herzhauser

Cedric Hill

Kenneth Luberice Carlton Mitchell Quincy Okolie Ilia Petrov

DL WR TE SPL

Aston Samuels

George Selvie Justin Teachey

DL SPL

Danny Verpaele Ben Wiliams

DB RB

Broad Jump Pro Agility Broad Jump 40-Yard Dash Vertical Pro Agility 40-Yard Dash Broad Jump Broad Jump 40-Yard Dash Broad Jump Vertical Jump Pro Agility 300-Yard Shuttle 300-Yard Shuttle 40-Yard Dash Bench Press Broad Jump Vertical Jump Broad Jump 40-Yard Dash Broad Jump 40-Yard Dash 300-Yard Shuttle 225 Bench Rep Bench Press Squat

GEOrGE SELVIE - JUNIOr - DEFENSIVE END Freshman year y Junior year year 216.9 Body Weight 242 Body Weight 255 Bench Max 390 Bench Max TyrONE McKENZIE - SENIOr - LINEBaCKE CKEr CKE Winter 2007 Summer 2008 228 Body 237 Body Weight 4.76 - 40-Yard Dash 4.66 - 40-Yard Dash 28 Inch Vertical 31.5 Inch Vertical 4.43 Pro Agility 4.3 Pro Agility 20 - 225 Bench Reps 27 - 225 Bench Reps 370 Bench Max 410 Bench Max BrOUCE MOMPrEMIEr - SENIOr - LINEB LINEBaaCKEr Freshman year y Senior year year 205 Body Weight 236 Body Weight 295 Bench Max 375 Bench Max GrEG GrEGOry - SENIOr - QUarTErBaaCK Fall 2005 Summer 2008 27.5 Inch Vertical 34.5 Inch Vertical

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9’9” 4.34 10’5” 4.26 34.00 4.13 4.89 9’6” 8’4” 4.92 10’1” 38.0 4.04 49.69 42.5 4.72 330 35.0 38.0 9’7” 4.42 9’7” 4.5 49.01 22 410 735

Discover usF

The University of South Florida is one of Florida’s top three public research universities. Established in 1956, it is operated under the laws of the state of Florida and governed by the Florida Board of Governors and the USF Board of Trustees. USF provides undergraduate and graduate students with opportunities to participate in research and to seek solutions to local, national and global problems. USF is committed to providing students with high quality-learning opportunities, building community and business partnerships, and research for discovery and innovation. Successes in these endeavors led to dual designations for USF by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Very-High Research and a Community-Engaged university. USF serves more than 45,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and Lakeland. It is focused on these strategic priorities: • Student Success • Global Literacy and Impact

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• Research and Innovation • Community Engagement • Integrated,Interdisciplinary Inquiry

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a leader In Research >> The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed USF in its highest classification level, which is “Research University with Very High Research Activity.” Of the 4,321 colleges and universities classified, USF is one of only 63 public universities in the highest tier. Inclusion at this level affirms USF’s position among the top research universities in the nation. USF was awarded more than $300 million in research contracts and grants last year USF is one of 76 universities in the nation designated by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as being most engaged with their communities and one of only 10 public research universities across the country designated as “very high research” and “communityengaged.” USF is the only Florida university – public or private – to receive this classification. At the center of the Tampa Bay region’s medical, biotechnology and bioscience research, USF has become a major player in the highly competitive research arena. USF’s internationally renowned researchers are making radical breakthroughs in marine science, medicine, engineering and social research. Work in counter-terrorism and biological defense, optical sensors, immunology, Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders, aging studies, laser technology and alternative fuels has gained national and international recognition. The university is a leader in establishing public/private partnerships for the mutual exchange of resources and talent for research and development. USF is one of the anchors of the 21-county Florida High Technology Corridor that runs from the Atlantic coast to the Gulf of Mexico along Interstate 4. This innovative partnership is just one important initiative that links business and education in the Tampa Bay region, providing the muscle to grow high-tech industry here locally and ensuring a qualified and competitive workforce for the future. The University’s master-planned Research and Development Park, on the Tampa campus, links USF facilities to high-tech research firms, devoting 1.2 million square feet of space to offices, research and development activities. A hotel on the property has 1,400 square feet of conference and meeting facilities, opening new opportunities for conferences and collaborative activities.

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tampa’s university >>

USF was selected by Princeton Review as one of the “366 Best Colleges” in the United States and was ranked 17th among all schools for diversity.

USF is one of only three Florida public universities classified by the Carnegie Foundation in the top tier of research universities.

The student-to-faculty ratio at the University of South Florida is 19 to 1. The average high school GPA is 3.71. Average SAT score is 1148, fifty-fve percent graduated within the top 20 percent of their high school class and 32 percent are minorities.

USF is the ninth largest public university in the nation with an enrollment of over 45,000 students during the 2007-08 academic year.

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USF is the only Florida university designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as the “most engagaged.”

The 2007 USF Stampede of Service drew more than 1,300 volunteers to work on a variety of projects involving children, the elderly, homelessness issues and environmental clean-ups.

President Genshaft President Judy Genshaft, who was named Tampa Bay’s Business Woman of the Year by the Tampa Bay Business Journal Journal, was appointed president of the University of South Florida in July 2000. During Dr. Genshaft’s presidency, USF has been nationally recognized as a top-tier national research university, and it is on track to be among the top public research universities in the nation. With campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and Lakeland, USF serves more than 44,000 students in more than 200 degree programs on the undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral levels, including the doctor of medicine. President Genshaft led the development and implementation of a five-year strategic plan that focuses USF resources on strategic priorities. Under her leadership, USF continues to be recognized as a powerful magnet for research, federal grants and economic development.

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the university of south Florida << First-Class Facilities USF boasts modern science and engineering labs, a communications building with a full range of broadcast facilities, on-campus public television and radio stations, foreign language listening labs, fine art studios and a contemporary art museum, photo darkrooms, education teaching labs, and an on-campus elementary school. Hundreds of computers are available seven days a week in 12 labs, conveniently located on all four campuses, with free Internet access.

Economic Impact USF has contributed significantly to the development of the economy and quality of life of the Tampa Bay region. Employing 11,000 faculty and staff, the University has an $1.8 billion annual budget and an annual economic impact of $3.2 billion on the Tampa Bay region. USF has produced more than 212,000 graduates, spurred a network of specialty hospitals around its medical school and brought more that $300 million in research grants to the area.

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academic services >> >> academic Enrichment Program

The Academic Enrichment Program at the University of South Florida is designed to be a full-service program with the goal of providing the support and services necessary to enhance the total development of the USF student-athlete. The program is focused on the unique needs and demands of studentathletes at USF and fosters the cultivation of skills that allow for the development of potential in the classroom, on the field and for the future. The Academic Enrichment Program provides a variety of support mechanisms for all student-athletes by way of specific events and activities designed to promote academic success, athletic success, community service, career development and personal development. The theories and tenants mirror those promoted through the NCAA CHAMPS/ LifeSkills model, but are designed especially for the identified needs and challenges of our student-athlete body. Because we are committed to academic success and to providing the appropriate level of support for all our studentathletes, the academic component of our Enrichment Program is vital. Focus is placed on identifying and meeting the needs and challenges faced by our student-athletes through assistance programs, workshops, tutoring and mentorship made available throughout the academic year. Emphasis is placed on encouraging student-athletes to take responsibility for their academic careers and to be productive and successful members of the USF academic community. All first-year students are afforded the opportunity to participate in the EXCEL program designed to assist all newcomers with the transition to the university and to help students adjust to the rigor of the USF academic program. Components of the program include weekly meetings with an EXCEL counselor, objective-based study hall, tutoring and ongoing academic advising.

head of schedule << ahead

USF quarterback Grant Gregory may be only 22, but he is already well ahead of the standard academic schedule for a student-athlete. He earned his bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from USF after the fall semester of 2007. Now he is seeking a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in public health. What makes his story even more exceptional is that Gregory is a transfer student. He began his collegiate career at Indiana before coming to USF prior to the 2006 season. The transfer process usually slows the progress toward a degree for a number of reasons, but not Gregory, who still graduated early after three-and-a-half years and could have a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree by the end of the 2008-09 year.

The USF Academic Enrichment Center (pictured above) opened in May of 2004 and has seen continued use from USF student-athletes, taking advantage of the outstanding Academic Enrichment Program provided to meet the needs and goals of our diverse student-athlete population. The center includes a computer lab, a large study lounge, individual tutor rooms, a distance learning lab and eight staff offices. Student-athletes have accessibility to the Academic Enrichment Center and the excellent staff throughout the entire year.

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Marcus Edwards is a three-time BIG EAST Academic All-Star

>> Football academic support staff

Career Development A major focus of the Academic Enrichment program is to provide designed to prepare student-athletes for careers beyond the field and court. Networking opportunities, career placement services, workshops in resume writing, cover letter composition and interview skills provide student-athletes with the vital resources to prepare them for this phase of their development.

Personal Development The personal development component of the program encompasses a wide variety of areas including leadership development and decision making, financial planning and money management, personal health, disordered eating and other topic areas requested by student-athletes, coaches or administrators. Focus is also placed on assisting student-athletes with the transition process going from varsity athlete to a career off the field.

One of the challenges for student-athletes is juggling the pressures of school, a social life and being an athlete. The good news for USF athletes is that they have access to an academic support team with individuals that can speak from experience about balancing those pressures and suggest paths to success. Associate Athletics Director/SWA Amy Haworth (left), who oversees the Academic Services Department and re reports to the University Department of Student Life, was a Division I volleyball player at Central Florida. Her husband was a Division I football player. Assistant AD Curtis Jones (middle) was raised in a family that was focused on athletics. His father, ironically, was Jim Leavitt’s football coach at Missouri, and his brother, Corby Jones, was a star quarterback for the Tigers. Jones went on to play baseball at Dartmouth, before returning to Missouri as the director of football operations. Since then he has worked for Nike and in academic services at the University of Oklahoma. His wife, Mary Ellen, played lacrosse and field hockey at The College at Brockport in upstate New York. Assistant AD Justin Miller didn’t play college athletics, but he has worked at the highest level of athletics with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Cleveland Cavaliers and the NFL Players Association. His ties to the NFL remain as he heads up the “When the Helmets Come Off’ campaign with the Bucs. The program focuses on college degree completion for athletes who were drafted into the league before graduation.

<< Community service

The Academic Enrichment Program serves to coordinate all of the efforts by our student-athletes and coaches as well as the SAAC organization in the area of community service. Organized, coordinated efforts in community service afford student-athletes safe, constructive and manageable opportunities to work within the greater Tampa area in providing services to hospitals, youth organizations and reading programs in local elementary schools. Service learning is an important component of the Academic Enrichment Program.

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Big East Conference >> Mike Jenkins (below) returns a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown against Cincinnati in 2007.

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USF has won three of five all-time meetings against Louisville, including wins in each of the last two meetings (2005 and 2007) in Tampa by a combined score of 100-31.

After the 2007 season, the BIG EAST had combined non-conference record of 89-37 (.706) under its current alignment, by far the best three-year run by the conference at any time in its history.

The Bulls own a 3-2 advantage in the all-time series with Pitt, including two consecutive wins. The Panthers were prey for the Bulls in an eyeopening 35-26 win during the Bulls first season as a Division IA member in 2001.

Seven of the eight BIG EAST teams were either ranked or received votes in one of the three major national polls during the 2007 season. Four of the eight were ranked in the top 10 at some point, while two schools – including USF – were ranked No. 2.

USF is undefeated against Syracuse, in fact, it is one of the most lopsided series in USF history. The Bulls have defeated the Orange by a combined score of 95-10 in three all-time meetings.

Eight times in the league’s 17 seasons, a BIG EAST squad has played for a claim to the national crown in a postseason game.

Each of the last two seasons, the Mountaineers entered games against USF ranked in the top 10 and each time they were handed a loss by the Bulls. In 2006, it was a 24-19 decision in Morgantown and in 2007 it was a 21-13 win in Tampa.

The 2008 season brings another addition to the BIG EAST’s bowl picture with the introduction of the St. Petersburg Bowl at Tropicana Field. The St. Petersburg Bowl will be televised on ESPN and will pair the BIG EAST representative against an opponent from Conference USA.

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Big East Conference << unprecedented National Coverage The 2008 season will mark the first year of a six-year arrangement with ESPN that gives the BIG EAST unrivaled exposure on ABC television and the ESPN family of networks. ESPN, ESPN2 or ABC will carry a minimum of 19 BIG EAST home games each season, marking the highest guaranteed total on ESPN and ABC in league history. Championship Saturday in December will include one game either on ESPN and another on ESPN2. At least four BIG EAST games will be featured on ESPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thursdaynight package each year. In addition, ESPN Regional will continue to produce and distribute its Game of the Week package to a nationally syndicated audience, reaching more than 30 million homes. Most of these games also will be available as part of the ESPN GamePlan subscription service. Finally, a minimum of five home games will be carried on ESPNU. Extensive television exposure and the BIG EAST have been synonymous terms. For football, the league established its own regional television package in 1991 before it had played a game. The BIG EAST Television Network immediately was the largest regional college football network in the country.

Stephen nicholas (above) delivers a crushing blow against Pitt.

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theusFBulls.com >> TheUSFBulls.com is a site strictly dedicated to the USF football program. Layered with cutting edge graphic and flash elements, the site offers the coaching staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal video tours of the Tampa Bay area (below), an extensive video archive, photo galleries, features with an inside look at the program and an up-to-date news feed on Bulls football. The site also provides the USF coaching staff with an online communication network with players they are currently recruiting. The recruits can leave messages for the coaches and vice versa inside a secure network. The coaches can also cater and adjust the online experience based on feedback and inquiries provided by potential student-athletes.

Sophomore RB Mike Ford

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GousFBulls.com Sophomore wide receiver Carlton Mitchell

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If people want up-to-the-minute news and exclusive access to USF football, the only place fans need to go on the web is GoUSFBulls.com, the official web site of the athletics department. Sports afficiandos and the casual fans have flocked to the site in record numbers over the last year with nearly 10 million impressions, up more than 2 million from the 2006-07 competitive season. The doorway to USF athletics and the official news source is taking advantage of the latest web technologies by delivering the news through numerous multimedia channels, including video on demand, audio, live streaming events, e-news, RSS feeds, chats and wallpapers.

The USF Athletics Marketing Staff, in conjunction with GoUSFBulls.com, unveiled the largest marketing campaign in program history this June. Working off the theme â&#x20AC;&#x153;Can You Feel It?â&#x20AC;?, the campaign includes 21 billboards around Tampa Bay and takes advantage of all media outlets. On GoUSFBulls.com the campaign to increase season ticket sales includes splash pages, direct email marketing and wallpaper featuring the stars (see pictures of Mitchell, above, and Ford, on next page) of the 2008 team. Player bios feature the standard text on career accomplishments, but also include multimedia links to game and season highlights, as well as media clippings and photo galleries.

Opened in May 2008, the GoUSFBulls.com Multimedia Store is the only place online to buy official publications, DVDs, ringtones, photos and participate in exclusive auctions.

The USF Press Pass brings fans live streaming coverage of Bulls events, including weekly football press conferences, while also offering the largest online archive of on-demand video and audio.

GoUSFBulls.com works directly with BullsHeaven. com, the official web retailer of USF merchandise and apparel. The online store has the largest selection in the world and is the only place to get the official Under Armour football sideline gear and much more.

Sometimes having a short amount of history is an asset. For USF, the relatively short history provided the opportunity to digitize all 11 years of stats and game notes for the web. The stat and note archive is available exclusively on GoUSFBulls.com. GoUSFBulls.com

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Jim Leavitt

USF FootbaLL head CoaCh Jim Leavitt is working on a new theory. It states, “You can never leave home again.” With apologies to Thomas Wolfe, Leavitt has already proven that you can indeed go home again, having returned to his Tampa Bay roots to oversee the most successful start-up of a college football program in decades. In just 11 years, Leavitt turned a non-existent program into a Bowl team when the Bulls played in the 2005 Meineke Car Care Bowl. Just one year later, Leavitt and the Bulls earned the program’s first-ever Bowl victory with a 24-7 win over East Carolina in the Papajohns.com Bowl and followed that up with an appearance in the second-oldest bowl in college football, the 2007 Brut Sun Bowl. And on three occasions in the past six years when prominent programs showed interest, Leavitt has solidified his commitment to USF with a new contract. Already the most tenured coach in the BIG EAST, Leavitt agreed to an extension on March 14, 2008 that will keep him at the helm of the Bulls through the 2014 season.

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At this point, Leavitt is the alpha and omega of USF football. He is the only coach the school has ever had as he was presented the job on December 12, 1995. He then went about starting football from scratch and leading the program from an inaugural season in 1997 to I-A status in 2001, Conference USA in 2003 and now the BIG EAST and BCS football in 2005. Having been “forced” to leave the state to play collegiate football and baseball in the mid-1970s, the latest contract solidifies Leavitt’s longstanding declaration that he has no intentions of leaving again. When he returned home in 1996 to lead the fledgling USF program, it was for the first time since he left for Missouri in 1974 and he has been emphatic in his desire to stay. “I can see myself coaching at South Florida until I retire,” says Leavitt. “Then I can buy season tickets and sit in the stands and watch the Bulls play on Saturdays.”

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LEAVITT AT USF

After the first 11 seasons of USF Football, Leavitt has only further proven that he was indeed the right man for the right job at the right time. Charged with fast tracking a program from non-existence to Division I-A football in just five years time, Leavitt has led the program to an impressive 79-47 record. A mega-success in the first four years at the I-AA level (24 straight weeks in national polls), Leavitt and crew moved to I-A in 2001 and went 8-3, including a 35-26 win at Pittsburgh.

SEASON 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 TOTALS

W 5 8 7 7 8 9 7 4 6 9 9 79

L 6 3 4 4 3 2 4 7 6 4 4 47

PCT. 45.4 72.7 63.6 63.6 72.7 81.8 63.6 36.4 50.0 69.2 69.2 62.7

NOTES First Season of Football 17th (USA TODAY – I-AA) 23rd (USA TODAY – I-AA) I-A Transition Year Full I-A Status 18th New York Times 1st Conference USA Season Meineke Car Care Bowl Papajohns.com Bowl Champ Brut Sun Bowl Three bowls in last three seasons

In 2002, his team finished 9-2 and seriously contended for a Bowl Game, even as a I-A Independent. The Bulls also received votes in both major polls and ranked 18th in the final New York Times Computer Poll, one of several polls utilized by the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) at the time. In fact, USF ranked among the top 30 in each of the computer polls utilized by the BCS, and the program also had a 21-game home winning streak that extended into the 2003 season.

Yet with all the accomplishments, arguably nothing topped the crescendo of the 2007 season. The Bulls began the season receiving votes in both polls and by the seventh week of the season, USF was No. 2 in the country. The program had gone from upstart to top-5 ranking at the fastest pace in the modern era of college football at the NCAA FBS level.

Having blazed yet another milestone in directing the program into its first-ever season in Conference USA in 2003, Leavitt and his squad made a rapid move into the BIG EAST after just two C-USA seasons.

The Bulls also started selling out Raymond James Stadium on a consistent basis and it began with a jam-packed and raucous crowd for a Friday, Sept. 28 showdown with then-No. 5 West Virginia. The 18th-ranked Bulls beat WVU 21-13 and celebrated with fans that stormed the field after the win. USF would sell out two games and post a season attendance average of 53,170, which was higher than the single game record - 49,212 - prior to the season.

Picked to finish seventh in the eight-team BIG EAST in USF’s debut season of 2005, Leavitt led the Bulls to a major win over then-ninth ranked Louisville and the Bulls finished third in the league. The story in 2006 was no less impressive as Leavitt and his staff molded a team that improved every week and concluded its regular season with an eye-opening 24-19 win at seventhranked West Virginia, before the history-making Bowl win in Birmingham, Ala.

Leavitt’s success has extended beyond league play as he reached his 50th career win faster than all but six active I-A coaches. Leavitt picked up his 50th victory in his 75th game, placing him behind Bob Stoops (Oklahoma), Philip Fulmer (Tennessee), John Robinson (UNLV), Joe Paterno (Penn State), Frank Solich (Ohio) and Lloyd Carr (Michigan). Leavitt’s profile foretold of the success to come at USF, even as he was hired for the job on December 12, 1995, exactly one week following his 39th birthday. GoUsfbulls.com

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“Leading the USF football program is much more than just a job,” said Leavitt when he was hired. “And it is much more than a task at hand. It is something that is a major part of my life, and it will always be that. I am going to do everything I can to build a program without illusions, without cutting corners, doing things the right way and bringing in coaches with character.” Leavitt also speaks a lot about the “being home” factor. “Shortly after I was hired, I was speaking with Brigham Young coach LaVell Edwards,” recalls Leavitt. “He told me that throughout his years at BYU, he had plenty of opportunities to move on to what some might perceive to be better coaching jobs. But, he told me, ‘I never left, and you know why I didn’t? It’s because this is my home.’ “He told me, ‘Jim, you’ll never want to leave the (USF) job, because you’re going home.’” Home was a long time coming for Leavitt. It took 23 years and wound through Missouri, Iowa and Kansas. It began in 1974, when the St. Petersburg resident, and a star for Dixie Hollins High School, went off to Missouri, where he was a two-sport standout in football and baseball, earning all-Big 8 in both sports. He also won a Big 8 batting title in 1977 with a .386 average. Upon graduation in 1978, he stayed at Missouri as a graduate assistant, earning a master’s degree in 1979. After two seasons as a graduate assistant, Leavitt moved to the state of Iowa, where he was named defensive coordinator at the University of Dubuque in 1980, spending two years in that position, before moving to Morningside College from 1982-87, also as defensive coordinator. At both Dubuque and Morningside, Leavitt was instrumental in transforming the program to success. The Dubuque team had 40 consecutive losing seasons, but Leavitt helped the squad to an 8-2-1 record and the Division III playoffs in his first season. The situation at Morningside was similar with a long track record of losing seasons. Even in Leavitt’s first two seasons there, the squad finished 2-9 and 1-10, leading to the entire staff except Leavitt - serving up its resignation. Leavitt assumed interim head coach duties for six months prior to the 1984 season, including the recruitment of that year’s freshman class. It was then that Leavitt began to rely heavily on home again, even if he couldn’t be there. He decided to aggressively recruit the Sunshine State, loading the Morningside recruiting classes with Florida talent. It helped turn the program to 6-5 and then 7-3-1 in 1984 and 1985, the first back-to-back winning seasons in the 28 years. Leavitt also coached the track team at Morningside, a program that had not scored a single point in its conference meet in three years when he took over. In Leavitt’s three seasons, his athletes won five All-America honors, 13 conference titles and set new school records in virtually every event. In 1988, he coached a 4x100 relay team that finished fourth in the nation and he won North Central Conference Coach of the Year honors. Following his five seasons with Morningside, Leavitt went full force after a Ph.D. in psychology, something he had been pursuing sporadically since 1982. By 1989, he simply needed to complete his dissertation, when Iowa head coach Hayden Fry offered him a graduate position. With the coaching bug, Leavitt took the opportunity and fast tracked a career in I-A football coaching.

The following year, Leavitt was promoted to co-defensive coordinator and he was instrumental in building a defense that joined Snyder’s offense in a quick and effective turnaround that had Sports Illustrated calling K-State the most improved team in the nation by 1993. And now, Kansas State has assumed a regular spot in the nation’s top 10. In Leavitt’s five years at Kansas State, the Wildcats were 44-23-1 compared to 22-86-1 in the 1980s. In his final three seasons, Kansas State joined Florida, Florida State, Nebraska and Penn State as the only teams in the nation with three consecutive nine-win seasons. During those three years, Kansas State was 27-8-1. And perhaps most impressively, Leavitt and Bob Stoops designed a defense that went from 93rd in the nation in 1990 to number one in their final season of 1995. The common denominator for success at each of Leavitt’s stops has been an unyielding commitment to old-fashioned hard work. “Nobody but nobody is going to match his work ethic and his energy,” Leavitt’s baseball coach at Missouri once said of him. While that ethic has followed Leavitt everywhere, a story from Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa, is as good as any in proving the point. As the defensive coordinator in 1985, Leavitt drove from Iowa to St. Petersburg, Fla., to meet a recruit at Lakewood High School for a 9 p.m. meeting. Leavitt pulled a projector out of the trunk of his car, groped in the dark to find a power outlet outside the gym, threw a beach towel over a chair and proceeded to show the recruit Morningside game films. In the two weeks surrounding that one visit, Leavitt put 2,500 miles on his Chrysler LeBaron. The Lakewood recruit ended up a starter at Morningside and never regretted following Leavitt back to Sioux City. Leavitt doesn’t hide the fact that he has taken a carbon copy of the building strategies at both Iowa and Kansas State in building the start-from-scratch program at USF. “I would say I use a lot of things that we did at Kansas State and Iowa as far as the structure of our program,” says Leavitt. “But we really didn’t use anybody as a model because there really was no model. We were starting a program and the one thing we knew was that our track was going to be fast.” As successful as Kansas State and Iowa were in implementing their strategies, Leavitt can’t help but smile a little bit wider now that he’s implementing it himself in his own backyard. Leavitt and his family first made their backyard in St. Petersburg, Fla., – just 40 minutes from the USF campus - when he was nine years old. Born in Harlingen, Texas, December 5, 1956 (the exact year USF was founded), Leavitt’s father was an Air Force pilot, and the family’s move to St. Petersburg was the fifth and final stop. In fact, his parents still live in the family home. A two-sport star in baseball and football (he played quarterback and safety) at Dixie Hollins High School, he graduated in 1974 and went on to Missouri, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in 1978 and a master’s degree in 1979. Leavitt has a 12-year old daughter, Deandra. He married the former Jody Freeman on July 4, 2007.

After just one season with Iowa, Leavitt was named to Bill Snyder’s staff at Kansas State in 1990, when that program had just been tabbed the “worst in America” by Sports Illustrated. Snyder, who was a coaching disciple of Iowa’s Fry, was in his second season at K-State, when he asked Leavitt to coach the linebackers.

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JIM LeaVITT FILe EDUCATION • B.S. in Education, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo. (1978) • M.S. in Counseling, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo. (1979) • Completed course work and written comps for Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa FOOTBALL COACHING EXPERIENCE • 1978-79 Graduate Assistant, University of Missouri • 1980-81 Defensive Coordinator, University of Dubuque • 1982 Special Teams Coordinator, Morningside College • 1983-87 Defensive Coordinator, Morningside College • 1988 Fulfilled academic internship, University of Iowa • 1989 Graduate Assistant, University of Iowa • 1990-91 Linebackers Coach, Kansas State University • 1992-95 Defensive Coordinator, Kansas State University • 1996-Present Head Coach, University of South Florida BOWL GAMES • 1993 Copper Bowl • 1994 Aloha Bowl • 1995 Holiday Bowl • 2005 Meineke Car Care Bowl • 2006 PapaJohns.com Bowl • 2007 Brut Sun Bowl HONORS AND AWARDS University of Missouri - Football • Four-year letterman (1974-77) • Don Faurot Award • Defensive Back of the Year (1977) • Second Team All-Big 8 (1977) • All-Big 8 Academic Team (1977) • Led team in tackles (1977) • Athlete of the Month (twice) • Blue-Gray All-Star Game • Canadian/American All-Star Team University of Missouri - Baseball • Three-year letterman • All-Big 8 Academic Team • 1976 Big 8 batting champion • All-Big 8 Tournament Team ACADEMIC HONORS, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI • QEBH National Honor Society (Outstanding achievement in academic and athletic performance) • Dean’s List • Pi Lambda Theta MISCELLANEOUS • Attended Dixie Hollins High School in St. Petersburg, Fla. • Head Track & Field Coach at Morningside College; Produced five All-Americans FAMILY • Wife, former Jody Freeman • Daughter, Deandra (12)

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WaLLY burNhaM

>> associate head coach - Defensive coordinator -linebackers - ninth Season When USF head coach Jim Leavitt announced the addition of Wally Burnham to the USF staff in March 2000, he drew an analogy to a “recruiting coup.” Why not? After all, Burnham has an abundance of big-time college coaching experience, including nine years with Bobby Bowden at Florida State and five years as an assistant head coach and defensive coordinator at South Carolina. Furthermore, Burnham has blazed the recruiting trails throughout Florida and beyond during his coaching career. In all, Burnham brings 40 years of coaching experience (including 36 at the college or pro level) to the table. Burnham has been promoted three times since joining the USF staff. Prior to 2007 he was named associate head coach and defensive coordinator. He has been the solo coordinator since 2006 and served as cocoordinator from 2001-05.

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Burnham has done plenty to prove Leavitt’s decision to hire him eight years ago to be a very astute one. Although his role was coaching the defensive ends in 2000 before assuming a more prominent role as cocoordinator in 2001, Burnham’s imprint has been on the USF defense from the outset.

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Since 2000, the USF defense has improved from 32nd among all I-AA programs nationally to 38th among I-A schools in 2001 and all the way to 17th in Division I-A in 2002, 2003 and once again in 2005. Also in 2002, the Bulls ranked number one in the nation in turnover margin thanks in large part to a ball-hawking defense that was also ranked seventh nationally against the run.

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The 2007 defense may have been the strongest in USF history. Led by All-Americans Mike Jenkins and George Selvie and All-BIG EAST performers Ben Moffitt and Trae Williams, the defense led the country in fumbles recovered (19), tied for the national lead in turnovers forced (42) and was third in tackles for loss (113). Overall the Bulls were 28th in total defense and were especially stout in the running game, only allowing eight rushing TDs all season. Burnham played a large role in the development of USF linebacker Kawika Mitchell, who became the school’s all-time leader in tackles and the highest-ever drafted Bull when the Kansas City Chiefs took him in the second round in 2003. Maurice Jones, another Burnham pupil, signed a free agent contract with the Green Bay Packers. He has lost a linebacker to the NFL each of the last two seasons. The Atlanta Falcons picked Stephen Nicholas in 2007, while the Houston Texans signed Ben Moffitt to a free agent contract. This season he is grooming the NCAA’s leading returning tackler over the last two seasons and a Lott and Nagurski award candidate, senior Tyrone McKenzie. Developing NFL linebackers is nothing new for Burnham, who coached nine linebackers at Florida State who were drafted into the NFL and a 10th player who signed as a free agent. Among his standout linebackers at FSU were Derrick Brooks, Marvin Jones, Paul McGowan, Jesse Solomon and Garth Jax. Jones and McGowan each won the Butkus Award, and Jones added the Lombardi Award. Prior to joining USF, Burnham was the assistant head coach and defensive coordinator at South Carolina between 1994-98. Upon arriving at South Carolina, literally just days after Florida State’s 1993 National Championship win, Burnham instituted a new 4-3 scheme for the Gamecocks, and he quickly molded what came to be considered the most improved defense in the SEC. The defense ranked as high as 22nd in the nation under Burnham, and it was a crucial factor in South Carolina’s win over West Virginia in the 1996 Carquest Bowl. Prior to coaching at South Carolina, Burnham was a nine-year assistant (1985-93) to Bobby Bowden at Florida State, where he was on the 1993 National Championship staff. At Florida State, Burnham coached linebackers in a program that won nine straight Bowl Games during his tenure. FSU also finished among the nation’s top four teams in eight of his nine seasons, including the 1993 National Championship. A 1963 graduate of Samford (secondary education), Burnham began playing collegiately for Bear Bryant at Alabama during the 1960 and 1961 seasons. He transferred to Samford, where he was a Little All-America linebacker in his senior season. He also has a Master’s degree in Athletic Administration from West Alabama. He began coaching at the high school level in 1967, before first joining the college ranks at North Alabama in 1971, where he remained the offensive line coach and recruiting coordinator through 1976, before moving to East Tennessee State as defensive coordinator for two seasons (1977-78). In 1979, Burnham was defensive coordinator at Richmond, and he then moved on to Memphis State as linebackers coach in 1980. In 1981-82, Burnham was defensive coordinator at Lamar, and he then made the jump to the USFL, where he was the linebackers coach for the Arizona Wranglers, who reached the 1984 USFL Championship Game. Burnham joined Bowden at Florida State after two seasons (1983-84) with the Wranglers.

A native of Pell City, Ala., Burnham and his wife, Barbara, have three children, Patrick, Allison and Shane. Shane was a four-year letter winner and three-year starting linebacker at South Carolina from 1994-97. He is now an assistant coach at Elon. Pat is a currently the director of player development at USF. Burnham was born September 30, 1941.

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Marvin jones stephen nicholas ben Moffitt MiKe jenKins >> coachINg eXPerIeNce - 36 Years Year 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

School/Team North Alabama North Alabama North Alabama North Alabama North Alabama North Alabama East Tennessee State East Tennessee State Richmond Memphis State Lamar Lamar Arizona Wranglers (USFL) Arizona Wranglers (USFL) Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State Florida State South Carolina South Carolina South Carolina South Carolina South Carolina USF USF USF USF USF USF USF USF

aSSignmenT Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator Defensive Coordinator Defensive Coordinator Defensive Coordinator Linebackers Defensive Coordinator Defensive Coordinator Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Linebackers Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Defensive Ends Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Co-Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Associate Head Coach /Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers

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MIke caNaLes

>> Pass game coordinator - Wide receivers - Second consecutive Season - Seventh overall with USF A member of USF’s original coaching staff as the first-ever offensive coordinator when the program was instituted in 1996, Mike Canales returned to the Bulls in 2007 after six seasons that included time at both BCS programs and within the NFL.

He earned a bachelor of science degree in speech communication from Utah State in 1984, and he went on to complete a Master’s in professional leadership from Brigham Young in 1986.

In his first stint at USF from 1996-2000, Canales, 47, was responsible for the development of USF’s first-ever quarterback Chad Barnhardt and his stellar successor, Marquel Blackwell.

Canales’ oldest son, Christopher (25) and his wife Jaime Canales reside in Phoenix, Ariz. His 21-year-old son Tyler recently completed a LDS mission in Honduras and will begin his collegiate career as a quarterback at Utah in the fall of 2008. Canales has two other sons, Dakota (18) and Cameron (7), in addition to a stepson Aaron (29), stepdaughter Christy (25) and granddaughter, Afton (1) with his wife, Carol.

Tutoring quarterbacks has been a Canales forte as he left USF in 2001 to join North Carolina State as quarterbacks coach and pass game coordinator. While at NC State (2001-2002), he coached Phillip Rivers and also helped develop future NFL receiver Jericho Cotchery.

Canales was born on June 21, 1961. In his return to the Green and Gold as pass game coordinator in 2007, Canales created a passing attack that helped the offense set program records in total offense and yards per game. Ten receivers caught passes at a position that was extremely young – five true or redshirt – freshmen. Of the 10 that reeled in passes, only two were seniors and only one was a starter, and the leading receiver was redshirt freshman Carlton Mitchell, who accounted for 37 receptions, 537 yards and four touchdowns. Canales was effective in grooming the young bunch and spreading the ball around. He will have the pleasure of returning pass catchers that accounted for 91 percent of the receptions and 88 percent of the receiving yards. In 2002, NC State finished 11-3 and ranked 12th in the final AP poll after knocking off Notre Dame in the Gator Bowl. That season, the Wolfpack averaged 392 yards on offense, including 247.7 passing yards. The team had a 3,000 yard passer in Rivers, a 1,000-yard receiver in Cotchery and a 1,000-yard rusher in T.A. McLendon. In 2001, the NC State offense averaged 358 yards, including 247 through the air. The team set a school record with a 64.4 completion percentage through the season. In 2003, Canales joined Herm Edwards’ staff with the New York Jets, working one season as the receivers coach. While with the Jets, Canales worked with Santana Moss, who finished among the top 15 NFL receivers that season with 74 catches for 1,105 yards and 10 touchdowns. His TD catches tied him for fourth most in the NFL and he was selected as an alternate for the Pro Bowl that year. For three seasons (2004-06), Canales was at the University of Arizona, where he coached true freshman quarterback Willie Tuitama to honorable mention All-America status in just five games that included a win over number seven UCLA and a road victory at Oregon State. In 2005, Tuitama established the sixth best season pass efficiency in Arizona history. Between 2004 and 2005, Canales developed an offense that improved by 60 yards per game and the average in Tuitama’s appearances was 402.6. Before Canales first came to USF in 1996, he had been the quarterbacks coach for one season (1995) at Pacific, that coming on the heels of eight years (1987-94) at Snow College, where he was offensive coordinator with special emphasis on receivers and quarterbacks. While at Snow, Canales also coached the softball team for seven years, leading the team to six region titles.

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School/Team Brigham Young Brigham Young Snow College Snow College Snow College Snow College Snow College Snow College Snow College Snow College Pacific USF USF USF USF USF NC State NC State New York Jets Arizona Arizona Arizona USF

aSSignmenT Graduate Assistant Graduate Assistant Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Quarterbacks Offensive Coordinator/QBs Offensive Coordinator/QBs Offensive Coordinator/QBs Offensive Coordinator/QBs Offensive Coordinator/QBs Pass Game Coordinator/QBs Pass Game Coordinator/QBs Receivers Offensive Coordinator/QBs Offensive Coordinator/QBs Co-offensive coordinator/QBs Pass Game Coordinator/Wide Receivers

Canales began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Brigham Young, working with quarterbacks, receivers and defensive backs between 1985-87. His coaching career got a solid boost from a strong playing background. Canales had been the starting quarterback for three years at Utah State.

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TroY dougLas

> Defensive Backs - Third Season >>

Troy Douglas is entering his third season as an assistant coach for USF and his 20th season as a full-time college coach. During the 2006 and 2007 seasons, Douglas worked primarily with the Bulls’ safeties. In 2008 he will take on the entire defensive backfield. Douglas joined the Bulls in 2006 after two years at Indiana, where he coached the cornerbacks. Among his 18 previous seasons of collegiate coaching, Douglas has spent 17 years working in the defensive secondary. Douglas played a major role in the 2007 USF defense, which led the country in turnovers and fumble recoveries, while being ranked fourth in interceptions. His secondary produced 17 of the 23 interceptions, including three by first team All-American Mike Jenkins, four by third team All-BIG EAST safety Nate Allen and six by second team All-BIG EAST corner Trae Williams. Douglas worked with three corners that were taken in the 2007 NFL Draft, including first rounder Jenkins, fifth rounder Williams and Indiana product and second round pick Tracy Porter. The Bulls defense was ranked 11th nationally in pass efficiency defense after his first season at USF and improved to seventh nationally in 2007. During the 2006 campaign, USF only allowed 11 passing touchdowns. In particular, Douglas has honed the secondary’s ball-hawking skills. All of his defensive backs run receiving patterns to improve their footwork and hands. In addition to his two years at Indiana, Douglas has coached at South Carolina State (2003), Michigan State (2001-2002), SMU (1997-2000), UTEP (1995-1996), East Tennessee State (1992-1994) and West Chester (1989-1991).

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At Indiana, Douglas instructed 2004 Big Ten all-freshman cornerback Porter and helped build a unit that had a +4 turnover margin. Although he spent the 2003 season as the secondary coach at South Carolina State, Douglas arrived at Indiana as no stranger to Big Ten football. Douglas spent two years as secondary coach at Michigan State, and despite losing four cornerbacks through the 2001 season, the Spartans still ranked 14th in the nation in pass defense.

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In his one year at South Carolina State between his Big Ten jobs with Michigan State and Indiana, Douglas was instrumental in building a defense that led I-AA in pass efficiency defense.

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At SMU, Douglas coached running backs for one season (1997) before moving over to head the secondary. Two of his students – Jacoby Rhinehart (Arizona) and Donald Mitchell (Tennessee) were drafted by NFL teams. In 1998, SMU was ranked 14th nationally in defense. In his two seasons at UTEP, Douglas coached the secondary in 1995 and running backs in 1996, after three seasons as the secondary coach at East Tennessee State. At ETSU, the Buccaneers ranked third in the nation in pass efficiency defense, and one of Douglas’ players – Donnie Abraham – went on to a very successful career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the New York Jets, that included a Pro Bowl appearance. Douglas began a full-time coaching career as the defensive backs coach at West Chester (Pa.) in 1989, where he coached Lee Woodall, a Pro Bowl player in 1995 and 1997 as a San Francisco 49er. A native of Jacksonville, Fla., Douglas was a four-year starter at wide receiver for Appalachian State from 1983-86. He led the team in receiving his final two years and his 90 career receptions for 1,401 yards ranked third in program history after his career. With a bachelor’s degree in communications arts (1988), he was a graduate assistant at his alma mater before his first full-time position at West Chester. Douglas and his wife, Rebecca, have two children – Tanner (born 9/19/98) and Taryn (2/15/01). Douglas was born in Jacksonville, Fla., on September 23, 1965.

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tracy porter >> coachINg eXPerIeNce - 19 Years Year 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

School/Team West Chester West Chester West Chester East Tennessee State East Tennessee State East Tennessee State UTEP UTEP SMU SMU SMU SMU Michigan State Michigan State South Carolina State Indiana Indiana USF USF

aSSignmenT Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Running Backs Running Backs Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Secondary Cornerbacks Cornerbacks Safeties Safeties

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carL FraNks

>> > > running Backs - recruiting coordinator - Fifth Season Now entering his fifth season at USF, Franks was no stranger to state of Florida football when he joined the Bulls in 2004. After four-plus years of experience as a Division I-A head coach, Franks returned to the state where he made a name for himself as an assistant coach on the offensively dominated Steve Spurrier teams at the University of Florida in the 1990s. In addition to coaching running backs at USF, he oversees the recruiting efforts, a responsibility in which he proved ultra-successful during his tenure at Florida as well. In 2004 and 2005, Franks tutored Bulls running back Andre Hall, a junior college transfer who came to USF at the same time Franks arrived. In those two years, Franks helped mold Hall into USF’s all-time leading rusher with back-to-back single season rushing record seasons. In 2007, Franks helped orchestrate a USF offense that broke the program records for total offense (5,383) and yards per game (414.1). Among specifically the running backs, the tandem of junior Ben Williams (6) and freshman Mike Ford (12) combined for more touchdowns (18) than any duo in school history. The ground attack racked up a 185 yards per game average and scored a total of 30 rushing touchdowns. A 1983 Duke graduate, Franks was named head coach there on his 38th birthday - December 1, 1998 - and he went on to lead the Blue Devils for 52 games into the 2003 season. The former football letterman at Duke returned to Durham following nine seasons at Florida, where he helped the Gators to eight bowl games along with the 1996 national championship. At Duke, Franks continued a strong commitment to academics. The reality of Duke’s academic success came to the forefront in June 2003 when the football program earned the Academic Achievement Award from the American Football Coaches Association for the 11th time. No other school in the nation has garnered the honor more than six times. The 2003 award was based on the graduation rate for the class entering college in the fall of 1997, and Duke led the way with a perfect 100 percent standard.

regarded, both ranking in the nation’s top 10. In 1996, the Gators rolled to a 12-1 overall record which included a perfect 8-0 regular season ledger in the SEC. After closing out the regular season with a 24-21 loss to Florida State, Florida rebounded with a 45-30 victory over Alabama in the SEC Championship Game. Then came the rematch with the Seminoles, where the Gators avenged the earlier loss with a 52-20 win to claim the national title. Franks, a three-year letterman from 1980-82, helped lead Duke to the 1989 ACC championship as the school’s running backs coach. That year, running back Randy Cuthbert became Duke’s first 1,000-yard rusher in nearly 20 years while the Blue Devil offense gained a school-record 5,519 yards. After dropping three of its first four games, the 1989 Blue Devil squad reeled off seven straight wins by averaging over 37 points per game during that stretch. Duke also closed out the regular season with consecutive victories over in-state opponents Wake Forest (52-35), N.C. State (35-26) and North Carolina (41-0). As a player at Duke, Franks saw action at both running back and tight end and was selected as an academic All-ACC performer in 1982. He was also the winner of the Mike Suglia Award, given to the team’s top sophomore scholar-athlete. He graduated from Duke in 1983 with a degree in psychology. Franks was born Dec. 1, 1960, and has two daughters, Brittany (19) and Courtney (16).

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The commitment to academics is one Franks and the entire USF coaching staff stress in recruiting efforts for the Bulls.

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In his inaugural season as a head coach in 1999, Franks gave Duke-faithful signs of a successful future, as his first head coaching victory was a come-from-behind double-overtime win over Virginia in Charlottesville. It marked Duke’s first victory at Virginia since Franks was a Blue Devil player in 1981.

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The Blue Devils notched another ACC road victory in 1999, defeating the Maryland Terrapins in another thriller, 25-22, while Franks’ first victory within the friendly confines of Wallace Wade Stadium came over conference rival Wake Forest, 48-35. Included in the win over the Demon Deacons was a school-record 34-point first quarter scoring spree by the Blue Devils.

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Franks was also honored during his inaugural season by being selected as the head coach of the 1999 Gray squad in the annual Blue-Gray Classic held in Montgomery, Ala., on Christmas Day. Franks returned to his alma mater after spending a combined 12 years as an assistant coach under the ultra-successful Spurrier. Franks worked with Spurrier from 1987-89 at Duke and then the next nine seasons at the University of Florida. It was at Florida where Franks and the rest of the Gator program landed in the national spotlight. While there, Franks was an integral part of five SEC championship teams, including the 1996 squad that captured the national championship at the Sugar Bowl. In his tenure with the Gators, Franks helped Florida win 25-straight league games from 1994-97 for the second-longest streak in conference history and became just one of two schools in SEC history to win four consecutive league championships (1993-96). In all, Franks has coached 10 squads that played in bowl games, including Duke’s 1989 All American Bowl berth versus Texas Tech. That appearance capped off one of Duke’s greatest seasons in the past 20 years, with the team winning its last seven games for an 8-3 record and a share of the 1989 ACC championship. Franks spent the majority of his time at Florida as the school’s running backs coach and recruiting coordinator - both areas of strength for the elite program. He coached two Gator running backs who gained over 3,000 career rushing yards in Errict Rhett and Fred Taylor. Rhett finished his career as the only offensive back in NCAA I-A history to rush for over 4,100 yards and catch 150 passes while Taylor rushed for 3,075 yards in his college career and was the ninth overall selection in the 1998 NFL Draft. In his seven years as a running backs coach, a Gator back rushed for over 100 yards in a game 44 times. Florida ranked among the nation’s top 15 teams in total offense six times in those eight years Franks was coaching on the offensive side of the ball. He was the team’s inside linebackers coach in 1994. And that was also successful as the stop unit set a Gator record by allowing just 84.6 yards rushing per game, the fifth-best mark in the nation. As recruiting coordinator from 1991-93, he helped put together the nation’s top recruiting class in 1992 according to Super Prep and Blue Chip Report. The incoming classes of 1993 and 1994 were also highly

fred taylor >> coachINg eXPerIeNce - 24 Years Year 1984 1985 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

School/Team Garner (N.C.) High School Tampa Bay Bandits Virginia Military Institute Tampa Bay Bandits Duke Duke Duke Florida Florida Florida Florida Florida Florida Florida Florida Florida Duke Duke Duke Duke Duke USF USF USF USF

aSSignmenT Defensive Coordinator Running Backs Receivers/Tight Ends Running Backs Running Backs Running Backs Running Backs Running Backs Recruiting Coordinator/RBs Recruiting Coordinator/RBs Recruiting Coordinator/TEs Inside Linebackers Assistant Offensive Coordinator/RBs Assistant Offensive Coordinator/RBs Assistant Offensive Coordinator/RBs Assistant Offensive Coordinator/RBs Head Coach Head Coach Head Coach Head Coach Head Coach Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator Running Backs/Recruiting Coordinator

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greg gregorY

>> offensive coordinator - Quarterbacks - Third Season When Greg Gregory joined the USF staff in 2005, he brought a wealth of experience to draw upon, including two seasons as a head coach and 16 years at Army, where he spent nine seasons as the offensive coordinator. He spent the final seven of his nine years at Army as the associate head coach. Gregory also earned Athlon Magazine’s Assistant Coach of the Year award in 1996. On January 22, 2007, Gregory was promoted to offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the Bulls after two seasons as the tight ends coach. In those same two years, Gregory played an influential role in USF’s offense along with then-coordinator Rod Smith. Gregory’s first season at the controls of the USF offense produced records in total offense (5,383) and yards per game (414.1). Among specifically the running backs, the tandem of junior Ben Williams (6) and freshman Mike Ford (12) combined for more touchdowns (18) than any duo in school history. The ground attack racked up a 185 yards per game average and scored a total of 30 rushing touchdowns. The passing attack was as balanced as any in the country, spreading the wealth among 10 receivers including five true or redshirt freshmen. Prior to joining USF, Gregory was offensive coordinator at Ohio from 2001-2003, where he played a major role in helping the Bobcats score an average of 32 points in MAC play in 2002, the program’s highest average in more than 25 years. Gregory was also offensive coordinator at Richmond, his alma mater, in 2000, helping the Spiders to a 10-3 record and a berth in the NCAA I-AA playoffs. It was immediately prior to that 2000 season that Gregory was a head coach at Missouri Southern State College in Joplin, Mo., holding that job in 1998 and 1999. The major bulk of Gregory’s coaching career came at Army, where he began as a part-time assistant in 1982 under head coach Ed Cavanaugh. He first worked with receivers in 1982 and 1983 and then assumed command of the tight ends in 1984, while he also worked that one season as the head coach of the junior varsity team. In 1985 he began the first of two seasons as the running backs coach before spending the 1987 season coaching the quarterbacks. It was in 1989 that Gregory became offensive coordinator and in 1991, he added associate head coach to his duties at Army. While at Army, he helped lead the program to its only four Bowl Games in the Academy’s history and the Cadets won 10 of 16 games against arch-rival Navy. The Cadets also led the nation in rushing four separate times during Gregory’s tenure. He coached Ron McAda, the only Army quarterback ever drafted into the NFL and running back Mike Mayweather, who rushed for more than 4,000 career yards. From 1982-85, while coaching at Army, Gregory was also a commissioned officer in the United States Army with a rank of captain. Gregory began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Virginia in 1980, two years prior to starting his long stint with Army. He was a quarterback himself at Richmond, lettering in three of his four seasons with the team between 1976-79. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in physical education at Richmond in 1980 and went on to earn 24 credit hours in sports psychology graduate studies at Virginia. Gregory and his wife, Judy, have three children, sons Tate (25) and Grant (22) and daughter Layne (17). Grant is a senior quarterback at USF. Gregory was born December 7,1957.

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School/Team Virginia Virginia Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Army Missouri Southern State Missouri Southern State Richmond Ohio Ohio Ohio USF USF USF

aSSignmenT Graduate Assistant Graduate Assistant Receivers Receivers Tight Ends/J.V. Head Coach Running Backs Running Backs Quarterbacks Quarterbacks Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Associate Head Coach/Off. Coordinator Head Coach Head Coach Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Offensive Coordinator Tight Ends Tight Ends Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks

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JohN heNdrIck

> Defensive line - First Season >>

University of South Florida head coach Jim Leavitt completed his defensive coaching staff with the addition of new assistant coach John Hendrick on March 3, 2008.

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Hendrick, who left his post as defensive coordinator at South Carolina State, will oversee the defensive line and work side-by-side with defensive ends coach Kevin Patrick.

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Both coaches have impressive playing pedigrees. Hendrick was an all-conference defensive lineman on two occasions, while playing at Pitt from 1979-81. Patrick was a first team All-American at defensive end for Miami in 1993.

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“John Hendrick is another talented and trusted assistant coach and we are fortunate that he is joining our staff,” said USF head coach Jim Leavitt.“He has been a good friend for many years and I have always admired his work ethic and coaching pedigree. To add another coach with experience at every level of coaching will be great addition to the staff that (associate head coach) Wally Burnham leads.”

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Hendrick was on campus for less than 24 hours before he dug in and started coaching in his first spring practice. He is another coach with previous ties to Coach Leavitt and another with head coaching experience. The 25-year veteran coached at Kansas State from 1991-92, when Leavitt was co-defensive coordinator with Oklahoma head coach Bob Stoops. His impressive pedigree includes stops with legendary head coaches Jackie Sherrill, Bill Snyder and R.C. Slocum. His SCSU Bulldogs held opponents to 19.6 points and 287.1 yards per game. They also intercepted 11 passes, forced 19 fumbles, recovered 11 fumbles and collected 17 sacks. SCSU finished the 2007 season with a 7-4 record, including outscoring opponents 138-49 in three consecutive victories to close the season. Prior to joining the staff at South Carolina State, Hendrick served four years (2003-06) as head coach for Benedict College in Columbia, S.C., where he compiled an 18-24 mark. Hendrick also served college coaching stints at Mississippi State (1995-02), Temple (1993-94), Louisiana State (1989-90), Texas A&M (1987-88), Southern (1986), Pittsburgh (1984-85) and Delaware State (1983). In addition, he coached for both the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League. During eight seasons at Mississippi State, seven as defensive line coach, Hendrick proved to be an integral part of MSU’s rise to the nation’s lead in total defense and rushing defense in 1999. Under his guidance, MSU’s first line defense allowed only 222.5 yards in opponent total offense and 66.9 yards of rushing offense to its foes. MSU’s defense led the Southeastern Conference in every category. Hendrick is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh where he earned All-BIG EAST honors as a defensive lineman in 1980 and 1981.

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School/Team Delaware State Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Southern Texas A&M Texas A&M LSU LSU Green Bay Packers Kansas State Kansas State Temple Temple Philadelphia Eagles Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Mississippi State Benedict College Benedict College Benedict College Benedict College South Carolina State

aSSignmenT Outside Linebackers Offensive Line Offensive Line Offensive Line Volunteer Assistant/Offensive Line Volunteer Assistant/Offensive Line Tackles/Tight Ends Tackles/Tight Ends NFL Fellowship Program/ Defensive Line/Special Teams Defensive Line Defensive Line Associate Head Coach/Defensive Line Associate Head Coach/Defensive Line NFL Fellowship Program/ Defensive Line/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Defensive Line Coach/Special Teams Head Coach Head Coach Head Coach Head Coach Defensive Coordinator

Hendrick and his wife, Katherine Steele-Hendrick are the parents of two children, Amber (19) and John (15). The Pittsburgh native is also an ordained minister. Hendrick was born February 3, 1960.

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keVIN PaTrIck

>> > > Defensive ends - First Season - Fourth Season overall With USF University of South Florida head coach Jim Leavitt announced the hiring of an old friend and trusted assistant, Kevin Patrick, to the position of assistant coach with responsibility over the team’s defensive ends on Feb. 25, 2007. “Kevin was with us before and did a great job as a coach,” said Leavitt.“We are excited to have him back. He has a great amount of passion for the game and USF. He is a tremendous teacher and will do great things with the defensive ends. He will be a tremendous asset to the defensive staff that defensive coordinator Wally Burnham oversees.” This is the second time Patrick has been an assistant with USF. He initially joined the staff in 1996 when he also oversaw the defensive ends. He was on the staff through the 1998 season. “I am honored to be back with USF,” said Patrick.“I have nothing but fond memories of my first three years on staff and can’t thank Coach Leavitt and his staff enough for this second opportunity to be a part of the Bulls family.” During his playing days, Patrick was an All-American defensive end at the University of Miami from 1989-93. He was a major contributor on the Hurricane team that claimed the 1991 National Championship with a win over Nebraska in the 1992 Orange Bowl and the 1989 National Championship with win over Alabama in the 1990 Sugar Bowl. Patrick also played in the Cotton and Fiesta Bowls during his career. He will be the second individual in the USF program to have earned BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year honors. Patrick claimed his in 1993, while consensus first team All-American George Selvie earned that honor last season. “George leads a group of talented players on the defensive side of ball,” said Patrick. “His numbers and accolades last season speak for themselves, but I am already looking at a whole new slate. Last season was last season; we need to build on that success and do bigger and better things in 2008.” Patrick earned his All-America honors and team MVP accolades in 1993 when he collected 10 sacks. During his career he tallied 174 tackles and 23 sacks, which ranks fifth in program history. Patrick is also familiar with Burnham, who was the linebacker coach at Florida State from 1985-93 and has been a defensive coordinator for USF since 2001. “It will be an honor to work with Coach Burnham,” said Patrick. “I remember him very well from my playing days when we battled against Florida State. The FSU defense was always one of the most well-coached units in the country and the linebackers were usually the driving force of that unit.” Patrick moved back to Tampa from West Palm Beach where he owned and managed a medical industry building with annual business of $5-6 million.

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He graduated from Miami in 1994 with a degree in business administration. Patrick and his wife Rachel have two daughters - Grace (birthdate 06/15/02) and Belle (11/15/05). The Phoenix, Ariz., native was born July 30, 1971.

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LarrY scoTT

> Tight ends - Fourth Season >>

A member of USF’s original recruiting class in February 1996, Larry Scott returned to USF in 2005 as director of high school operations, before first moving into coaching as a graduate assistant in 2006 and later as the tight ends coach, a position he accepted on Jan. 23, 2007. In his first full season, USF saw the development of Cedric Hill into one of the most feared tight ends in the BIG EAST. His youthful exuberance on the recruiting trail helped the Bulls make further in-roads in Dade County and put together one of the most highly ranked classes in program history. Since graduating from USF in August 2000 (communications), Scott had been employed in the public sector and in high school coaching. He first joined the work force with the State of Florida as a Child Protective Investigator from December 2000, where he remained until September 2002 before working with the Tampa Housing Authority, coordinating the self-sufficiency program. Scott first started coaching at Wharton High in Tampa, where he was offensive line coach and run game coordinator from May 2001 to August 2001, when he moved to Freedom High as offensive coordinator and line coach from August 2001 to November 2003. During the 2004-05 school year, he returned to his high school alma mater – Sebring – where he was an exceptional education teacher and the co-offensive coordinator. Scott was a three-year letterman (1997-99) as an offensive tackle for the Bulls. Scott was born January 2, 1977 in Sebring, Fla.

>> NFL ProTeges franK davis >> coachINg eXPerIeNce - Three Years Year 2005 2006 2007

School/Team USF USF USF

aSSignmenT Director of High School Relations Graduate Assistant Tight Ends

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MIke sIMMoNds

>> > > offensive line - Third Season

A former NFL offensive lineman and an ultra-successful prep coach in Tampa, Mike Simmonds was named offensive line coach at USF on Jan. 22, 2007 after one season as a graduate assistant with the Bulls.

Offensive Lineman of the Week in a game against Chicago. He signed as a Plan B Free Agent with San Diego in 1990 and when he retired, Simmonds had been credited with four NFL seasons.

Although 2006 marked Simmondsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first season on a college football staff, his experience is immense and has already impacted USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts on the field. A former NFL offensive lineman and a 14-year veteran of high school coaching with three state finals appearances, Simmonds has much to offer.

Simmonds played his high school football for Belleville (IL) before enrolling at Indiana State, where his teams reached the I-AA Playoffs in 1983 and 1984.

In his first season overseeing the offensive line, Simmonds was able to pull together an overachieving front five from a position group that was hit hard by injuries during fall training camp. The end result was a consistent starting line of Walt Walker, Ryan Schmidt, Jake Griffin, Zach Hermann and Marc Dile. That group was led by second team All-BIG EAST performer Schmidt and helped pave the way to program records in total offense (5,383) and yards per game (414.1). The running game accounted for 30 touchdowns and 185 yards per outing behind a line that was largely unproven in early September. The head coach at Jefferson High School from 1998-2005, Simmonds compiled a 75-29 record and led the Dragons to the state championship game in 2002 and 2004. After a 2-8 debut in 1998, Simmonds took his next seven teams to the state playoffs, where he compiled a 17-7 record. In 2002, Simmonds was honored as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers High School Coach of the Year, and in his eight seasons at Jefferson, the Dragons had 74 players sign college scholarships including current NFL wide receiver Andre Caldwell. Simmonds also played a role in a third state finals appearance as an assistant coach at Hillsborough High, where he was on the staff for six seasons. Those six teams compiled a 54-14 record and the Terriers reached the state championship game in 1996.

Since his playing days ended, Simmonds has been named to the Gateway Conference all-decade team (1980s) and the Gateway Conference 20th Anniversary Team, in addition to earning induction into the Indiana State Hall of Fame. Simmonds and his wife, Jacqueline (Whiting) have three daughters, Amanda (18), Lauren (14) and Emily (10). Simmonds was born August 12, 1964.

>> NFL ProTeges andre caldwell >> coLLegIaTe coachINg eXPerIeNce - Two Years Year 2006 2007

School/Team USF USF

aSSignmenT Graduate Assistant Offensive Line

A graduate of Indiana State University, where he started 46 games and earned I-AA All-America honors, Simmonds was chosen in the 10th round of the 1987 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He started for the Bucs at offensive guard in 1989, once earning NFL

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>> > > Director of high School relations - ninth Season Richard Rachel, who has been working in college football since 1969, including a stay with the final team at the University of Tampa in 1974, joined the USF program just prior to the start of the 2000 season.

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He first coached the secondary in 2000 before assuming oversight of the defensive ends in 2001, where he remained for four seasons before returning to the secondary, where his focus was on the cornerbacks from 2005-07.

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In January 2007, Rachel shifted his responsibilities to the role of director of high school relations, where his unique background within the state of Florida should pay dividends in the recruiting game.

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Regardless of the coaching role, Rachel was successful in helping gel his unit into USF’s successful defense. As the cornerbacks coach, Rachel was instrumental in developing NFL draftees Mike Jenkins and Trae Williams. Jenkins became the Bulls’ first-ever first round NFL Draft pick after receiving first team All-America honors in 2007. Williams was an All-BIG EAST performer, who intercepted as many passes - 13 - in 2006 and 20007 as any other college player. He went in the fifth round of the NFL Draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The combo helped the Bulls rank fourth nationally, after leading much of the season, in interceptions with 23 total. In his four seasons with the ends, Rachel helped develop outstanding talent that led to 141 sacks over a 44-game stretch. In those 44 games, 66.5 of the 141 sacks came from the defensive ends. Among his pupils at defensive end, Terrence Royal went on to set USF’s career sack record and tie the single season mark after he had three sacks in the 2005 Meineke Car Care Bowl. Working well with defensive coordinator Wally Burnham, Rachel stressed a complete defensive game from his players, demanding a strong skill set for defending the run and pass. Before taking over the ends in 2001, Rachel held together a USF secondary that saw a position switch for Anthony Henry (Dallas Cowboys/Cleveland Browns) from free safety to cornerback and a career-ending injury to Jay Mize, Henry’s replacement at safety, which in turn forced starting strong safety Roy Manns to move to free safety. Henry would prove a smashing success at corner, leading to his fourth round selection in the NFL Draft, and Joe Morgan stepped up at strong safety, while Manns held down the free spot. Rachel, who has been an assistant head coach for Kansas State (1986-88) and a defensive coordinator at Rutgers (1990-95), North Dakota (1989) North Carolina State (1983-85) and Morehead State (1978), was most recently the offensive line coach at Fort Scott Community College prior to joining USF. The USF job is a homecoming of sorts for Rachel, who began his coaching career as the head coach at Tampa’s Chamberlain High School from 1969-73. He then moved on to the University of Tampa as the secondary coach for the 1974 season, before that program disbanded and he worked as an assistant at Tampa King High School in 1975. Following one season at King, he moved permanently into the college ranks as the defensive coordinator at Morehead State, where he earned a Master’s degree in 1977. Rachel earned his bachelor’s degree from Parsons College in Fairfield, Iowa in 1969.

trae williaMs >> coachINg eXPerIeNce - 38 Years Year 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 * 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

School/Team Tampa Chamberlain HS Tampa Chamberlain HS Tampa Chamberlain HS Tampa Chamberlain HS Tampa Chamberlain HS University of Tampa Tampa King HS Morehead State Morehead State Morehead State Kansas Kansas Kansas Kansas North Carolina State North Carolina State North Carolina State Kansas State Kansas State Kansas State North Dakota Rutgers Rutgers Rutgers Rutgers Rutgers Rutgers Massachusetts Massachusetts Fort Scott Community College USF USF USF USF USF USF USF USF

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* Tampa disbanded football in 1975

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LarrY aNToNuccI >> assistant athletics Director - Football operations - ninth Season Larry Antonucci, who is entering his ninth year with USF, was promoted during the off-season to the role of assistant athletics director for football operations. For the last nine seasons, Antonucci has handled all operational aspects of the USF program, including all travel plans and all arrangements at Raymond James Stadium for USF home games. Until 2004, with the arrival of Carl Franks, Antonucci had also coordinated all of USF’s recruiting efforts. His experience in that field continues to aid USF’s efforts. Antonucci is no stranger to the coaching ranks, having worked as a coach since his graduation from Wagner in 1993. He remained at Wagner upon completing his bachelor’s degree in 1993, where he was a graduate assistant responsible for working with the tight ends and offensive tackles.

In 1994, Antonucci was hired as a full-time offensive line coach at St. Peter’s College, where he was also the run game coordinator and recruiting coordinator. Furthermore, he helped administrate the strength & conditioning program. Antonucci moved on to Emporia State in 1995, where he coached the receivers in 1995-96 and the defensive line in 1997-98. He also coached the kick and punt return teams throughout his four seasons, prior to first joining the USF program in spring 1999. In his first year at USF as a graduate assistant, Antonucci worked primarily with the offensive line and tight ends, but he also assisted with the remainder of the offense. As a player at Wagner, Antonucci started 33 straight games from 1990-92, playing tight end, offensive tackle and offensive guard. He earned a bachelor’s degree in special education in 1993. Antonucci and his wife Danielle, have a two-year-old son, Johnny and an infant boy, Joseph.

roN MckeeFerY >> assistant athletics Director - Strength coach - ninth Season > Ron McKeefery is in his ninth season at USF. A former all-conference defensive back at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kan., he earned bachelor’s degrees in biology and physical education in 1997, while also being named a two-time Academic All-American. In addition, he earned his master’s degree in adult education from the University of South Florida in 2004. He is currently working towards his PhD at USF. After one year as coach at Ottawa, he made the switch to strength and conditioning, working first as an intern with the Kansas City Royals. He then worked as a part-time assistant for

two years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before becoming the head strength coach for the Berlin Thunder in NFL Europe. McKeefery joined the USF program prior to the 2000 football season. He is certified by both the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA). He is married to the former Angela Hamilton and has three children Tyler, Ava and Maya.

sTeVe WaLz >> assistant athletics Director/Director of Sports medicine - 10th Season Steve Walz is in his third stint with the University of South Florida Athletics Department and is serving his sixth year as Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine. He was promoted to that position in April 2002 after serving as head athletics trainer for two years. This past off-season Walz was named President-elect of the BIG EAST Conference Sports Medicine Society. In his current position, Walz oversees all aspects of sports medicine for USF including the day-to-day care of the USF football program’s student-athletes. In addition to his recent appointment with the BIG EAST Sports Medicine Society, Walz was also singled out by the NCAA to speak at its Student-Athlete Development Conference in Orlando at Walt Disney World from May 26-28 on the subject of electrocardiogram (EKG) testing for student-athletes. Walz was used as a resource for the conference to use during its discussion of the positives and negatives of EKG testing for pre-participation physicals and the things that may happen – and why – when sudden cardiac death occurs. Walz began his latest tenure at the Tampa school in 2000, although he originally came to campus in 1992 as a graduate assistant athletic trainer in charge of all sports medicine responsibilities of men’s basketball. Walz remained in that position until 1994 when he joined Florida Orthopedic Institute (FOI) where he continued to work with USF student-athletes who were undergoing rehabilitation and/or

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surgery. In addition to his position at FOI, Walz served as head athletic trainer for the Tampa Bay Storm of the Arena Football League. In 1996 Walz returned to USF as the football program’s first-ever athletic trainer before returning home to Missouri where he worked in a private clinic until his return in 2000. While in Missouri, Walz was an Outreach Program Director at Shawnee Mission Medical Center in Kansas City. A native of Jefferson City, Mo., Walz is a 1992 graduate of the University of Missouri and earned his master’s degree from USF in 1994. Highly respected outside the athletic training room and the playing fields, Walz also has a faculty appointment in USF’s College of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics as an instructor. In addition, in 2004, Walz was named the Outstanding Staff member at USF and was named the Athletic Trainer of the Year by the state of Florida for 2006-07. Walz is also currently serving his second term as Secretary/Treasurer for the BIG EAST Sports Medicine Society and was a past executive board member of the Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida. Steve and his wife Shelley reside in Tampa and have a six-year old son, Henry.

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keITh abraMs >> associate athletic Trainer/rehab coordinator - Third Season Associate athletic trainer and rehab coordinator Keith Abrams is entering his third season with USF athletics. Abrams coordinates the rehabilitation efforts for all USF student-athletes and provides direct care for the USF football team in the athletic training room and at every practice. He joined the USF Sports Medicine staff in the summer 2006 with a wealth of experience at the highest level of football. From 2002-2006 he served as the assistant athletic trainer and rehabilitation coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs (where he worked with former USF

linebacker Kawika Mitchell). Prior to his work with the Chiefs he also was the head athletic trainer for the New York/New Jersey Hitmen of the XFL and an assistant athletic trainer for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Abrams also has experience in Major League Baseball, working in the Atlanta Braves organization. He earned an undergraduate degree from Kean University in New Jersey and attended San Jose State University for his master’s degree. Abrams resides in Tampa.

PaTrIck burNhaM >> Director of Player Personnel - Third Season Patrick Burnham joined the USF football staff as the director of player development in July 2006 and has been promoted to two different positions since.

1996-98. At South Carolina, he worked in the areas of recruiting and video/film breakdown. He was also an assistant coach at Lincoln High in Tallahassee from 1991-92.

The Decatur, Ala., native is currently in the role of director of player personnel, where he will oversee the assimilation process for newcomers to the team, administer TheUSFBulls.com and help organize and run official/unofficial visits.

In addition to that football experience, Burnham has had a successful business career, both with GridIron Technologies and Southeastern Freight Lines, where he was an account manager from 1995-96 and again from 1999-2005.

He joined USF from GridIron Technologies, where he was a sales manager with accounts including the BIG EAST, Conference USA and eight NFL teams.

Burnham was a scholarship football player at Samford in 1988, before he opted to attend Florida State. He is the son of USF associate head coach and defensive coordinator Wally Burnham, and his brother, Shane, is an assistant coach at Elon.

A 1994 graduate of Florida State University, where he studied history and political science, Burnham worked as a graduate assistant/intern at the University of South Carolina from

JaMIe degeroMe >> Video coordinator - 13th Season > The first and only video coordinator in the history of USF football, Jamie DeGerome has been at every practice and game since 1996. DeGerome directs all phases of USF’s video services, including self scouting, opponent scouting and training of all staff members. He designed the video system in USF’s athletic facility and provides technical assistance to all USF athletic teams.

DeGerome joined USF in September 1996 after six years in commercial television. A graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in telecommunication, he has worked in both public and private television, with stints at WPTV (NBC), WUFT (PBS) and WCJB (ABC), where he coordinated all University of Florida athletic coverage for the Sportschannel network. He was born in Montclair, N.J., raised in Delray Beach, Fla., and currently resides in Temple Terrace.

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JereMY Lees >> equipment manager - Third Season Jeremy Lees has been a member of the USF football program for seven years. Previously a student assistant, Lees assumed the lead football job in 2006. Lees works hand-in-hand with USF’s new apparel supplier Under Armour on a daily basis. UA provides uniforms, cleats, practice apparel and sideline apparel for the football program, as well as providing similar gear for baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball and tennis. Lees gained extra experience as a student by working the

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sidelines for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He is responsible for managing all aspects of equipment for USF football, as well as for budgeting for the entire athletic department’s equipment needs. Additionally, he also oversees as many as 12 student staff members. He is a member of the American Equipment Managers Association. He graduated from USF with a business management degree after attending Hudson High School, where he played football and baseball.

Jenny hill Director of Sports Nutrition

curtis Jones Assistant AD for Football Student-Athlete Development

Jared daVIs >>

Defensive graduate assistant - Fourth Season

Jared Davis was promoted to defensive graduate assistant prior to the 2007 season after spending two years as program assistant on the defensive side of the ball. During the 2007 season he assisted defensive coordinator Wally Burnham with the linebacker corps. During the 2008 season he will be assisting defensive backs coach Troy Douglas.

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Prior to USF, he was an assistant coach at Countryside High School (2002-2004) in Clearwater. Davis has a bachelor of science in social science education and is pursuing a master’s degree in adult education.

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His father, Jeff, was an associate athletic director and assistant baseball coach for USF during the 1980s.

During games, Davis can be found on a headset relaying messages between the coaches box and the team on the field. During practice he helps organize and prepare the offensive scout team. He also regularly breaks down film and preps the pregame scouting reports.

Tiffany Poole Senior Assistant

MIke Lube

aaron Quarberg Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach

>> offensive graduate assistant - Fourth Season A former USF offensive lineman, Mike Lube was promoted prior to the 2007 season to the role of offensive program coordinator. His role with the offensive staff varies on a daily basis but mainly includes the breakdown and organization of film, and is involved with both scout teams. He also assists the offensive staff during practice, generally focusing on the offensive line.

Started as a walk-on to the USF team in 2002. He would play offensive tackle in three games and was a key contributor before a knee injury cut his career short. Lube earned a communications degree from USF in December 2006 and is now pursuing a master’s in adult education at USF.

As a program assistant he charted practice and games and worked with the scout team, especially the offensive line. He also worked as a strength and conditioning intern at USF from January to May in 2005. In the spring of 2004, he coached the Palm Harbor University High offensive and defensive lines.

Mary Trump Recruiting Assistant

ciera White Office Assistant

Frank Wintrich Associate Director of Strength & Conditioning

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Nate

#6 | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 185 | Sophomore

#5 | Safety | 6-2 | 206 | Junior

>> Tampa, Fla. | Chamberlain HS

>> Cape Coral, Fla. | Cape Coral HS

Talented young receiver that has size and talent to contribute in 2008. 2007: Served as primary backup to Marcus Edwards at the Z wide receiver slot for most of October ... One catch for 26 yards against North Carolina ... Received limited time after the Cincinnati game ... Appeared in eight games. 2006: Utilized redshirt season. CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 30th best player in Tampa Bay area by St. Petersburg Times ... Honorable mention all-county in Tampa Tribune ... Had 34 catches for 515 yards with five touchdowns in 2005 ... Ranked 98th in Florida by Rivals.com ... Played in North-South All-Star Game ... Ran track ... Coached by Billy Turner. PERSONAL: Born September 27, 1987 in Pahokee, Fla. ... Son of Edner Alcin, Sr. ... Has three sisters and one brother ... Full first name is Edner ... Last name pronounced Al-sin. YEAR 2007

G-GS 8-0

REC 1

YDS 26

AVG 26.0

TD 0

LONG 26 at FAU

Continues the USF tradition of top level defensive backs, following in the footsteps of Mike Jenkins, Trae Williams and Anthony Henry ... Contender for national defensive awards ... Established himself nationally after Auburn game when he was named national player of the week ... Clutch playmaker who forced momentum swings with turnovers against Auburn, Pitt, West Virginia and Louisville ... A favorite of the defensive staff for his skills and mature approach ... Nicknamed “Golden Child” by assistant coach Troy Douglas and teammates ... Brilliant mind in the classroom as well. 2007: One of several sophomores on USF team that had breakout seasons ... Stepped into starting role after playing mostly on special teams as a rookie ... Fourth on the team and best in the secondary with 84 tackles ... Also led team with three fumble recoveries, 47 fumble return yards and one TD ... Tied for second with four interceptions, including one for TD against Pittsburgh ... Eight pass breakups and one forced fumble ... Recorded seven tackles and one interception in first career start against Elon ... Named Nagurski National Defensive Player of the Week after forcing a fumble, recovering a fumble and intercepting a pass in Bulls’ win at No. 17 Auburn ... Fumble recovery and 44-yard return, plus an interception in win over No. 5 West Virginia ... Five or more tackles in 11 of 13 games ... Recovered a fumble on the opening kickoff against Louisville and walked it in three yards for his first career touchdown ... Returned an interception 37 yards for a touchdown the next week in a 48-37 win at Pitt. 2006: Worked as a situational backup in the secondary and also on special teams ... Had two tackles, both coming in USF’s bowl win over East Carolina ... Played in nine of USF’s 13 games, missing four mid-year games due to a quadriceps injury.

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CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL: Threw for more than 5,000 career yards and broke all school passing records ... Ranked 67th top prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel ... Threw for 325 yards and four touchdowns on 18 of 23 passing to lead his team from a 16-point deficit to defeat Gulf Coast 37-30 ... Class 5A honorable mention all-state as a junior and senior ... Three-time all-area player ... Also an accomplished basketball player, he averaged 16.3 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.9 steals in 2005-06 ... Scored more than 1,000 career points ... Had six 20-plus scoring games including a high of 28 against South Ft. Myers. PERSONAL: Born November 30, 1987 in Fort Myers, Fla. ... Given name is Nathaniel Ray Allen ... Son of Jackie and Darlene Allen ... High school honor roll student with 3.6 grade point average ... National Honors Society ... Has one brother and one sister ... Father played professional basketball in Europe. Year 2006 2007 Total

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Dontavia

#25 | Kicker/Punter | 6-0 | 209 | Junior

#81 | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 183 | Sophomore

>> Tampa, Fla. | Robinson HS

2007: USF’s primary punter and kicker after first game of the year ... Finished season 19-of-29 on field goal attempts and 6-for-11 from 40 or more ... Made 10 of his last 11 field goal attempts with the 11th being blocked at Syracuse ... Long of 47 against Rutgers ... Connected from as far as 62 yards in practice during 2007 ... Averaged 41.6 yards per punt and ranked second in the BIG EAST in the category for much of the season ... 11 of 58 punts went for 50-plus yards with a long of 61 at Syracuse ... 17 punts downed inside the 20 and 15 were fair catches ... Despite 2-for-6 effort, played hero with game-tying 19-yard field goal at No. 17 Auburn ... Named BIG EAST Special Teams Player of the Week on Oct. 8 after converting on both field goal attempts and averaging 43.8 yards per punt, including two inside the 15-yard line against FAU ... One punt of at least 50 yards in five straight games from Auburn to UCF. 2006: Primary punter in the Bulls’ second and third game of the season, although he got in one late punt in the season opener vs. McNeese State (9/2) after Ilia Petrov struggled ... Fared marginally well vs. Florida International (9/9) with five punts for a 37.4 average, including a long of 47 and three of five punts inside the 20 ... But after a 31.3 average on three punts at UCF (9/16), he gave way to rugby-style punter Justin Teachey ... Stayed poised and eventually won field goal and PAT chores during the North Carolina (10/14) game ... Made good on first-career field goal from 27 yards in that game and added two PATs in USF’s win ... Was 5-of-9 on field goals for the season, including the 56-yard BIG EAST record kick vs. Syracuse (11/11), when he also made good from 47 yards ... Made 13-of-14 PATs ... Finished season with 10 punts for 34.3 average and a long of 47, with four downed inside the 20. ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-county in Tampa Tribune and St. Petersburg Times ... Ranked 44th best player in Tampa Bay area by St. Petersburg Times ... 3-of-5 on field goals, including a school-record 47-yard effort ... Added 58 PATs for 67 points to lead all kickers in Hillsborough County ... In addition to kicking and punting for Robinson High, he played trombone in the marching band ... As a junior he was 5-of-7 on field goals and had a 40.5 punt average ... 63-of-64 on PATs that year ... Second team all-state as a junior punter ... Coached by Mike DePue ... Played club soccer for Tampa Knights Blackwatch.

Thomasville, Ga. | Central County HS

Sophomore should earn more playing time from the start of the season ... Arguably the best hands on the team ... Measurables don’t indicate his true frame ... Has build to be physical receiver ... Also considered the most elusive by his fellow wide receivers. 2007: One of a handful of true freshmen that earned playing time ... Several spectacular diving catches late in the regular season ... Receiving star in the making ... Finished the season eighth on the team with 12 receptions for 190 yards and one touchdown ... Yards per catch average of 15.8 led receivers with at least 10 receptions ... After just two catches in the opening six games, reeled in nine over four-game span against Rutgers, Connecticut, Cincinnati and Louisville ... Single-game high of three against Rutgers and Cincinnati ... Single-game yardage high of 54 vs. Bearcats ... First career TD came on 23-yard reception against Louisville ... Pulled in 27-yard catch against Oregon in the Sun Bowl ... Worked his way onto the field with an impressive fall practice season. CENTRAL COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL: Region I-AAAA Defensive Player of the Year ... All-area as a receiver and free safety and all-region at free safety ... Five-time athlete of the week ... Played in Georgia’s North-South All-Star Game ... All-state honorable mention ... 28 receptions for 475 yards and three touchdowns, along with 70 tackles, three forced fumbles and five interceptions ... Had 17 rushes for 295 yards and five TDs ... Also returned kicks (22.7 avg.) and punts (7.8 avg) ... Coached by Ed Pilcher. PERSONAL: Born October 6, 1988 in Thomasville, Ga. … Given name is Dontavia Raphel Bogan ... Has two brothers, Jalen and Jimmy ... First name is pronounced Don-tay-via.

Year 2007

G 11

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Rec 12

Yds 190

Avg 15.8

TD 1

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PERSONAL: Born January 3, 1989 in Honduras ... Son of Jose and Annie Alvarado ... Given name is Delbert Adan Alvarado ... 4.0 grade point average in high school ... Named HomeHome coming King and Mr. Robinson ... Has one brother and one sister. Year 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 9-0 12-0 21

FG-FGA 5-9 17-27 22-36

PCT. 55.6 63.0 61

LONG 56 47 56

PAT-ATT 13-14 51-52 64-66

PUNTS-AVG. 10-34.3 52-41.3 62-40.2

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#90 | Defensive End | 6-4 | 250 | Senior

#82 | Tight End | 6-3 | 242 | Junior

>> Tampa, Fla. | Armwood HS

>> Mobile, Ala. | McGill-Toolen HS

Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contribution at defensive end will be a major key in the success of defense in 2008 ... Should have opportunities to make plays with most teams keying on fellow DE George Selvie, who will line up opposite ... Knack for stepping up in biggest games. 2007: A regular starter at defensive end in 2007 ... Started nine games ... Third on the defensive line with 26 tackles, including six tackles for loss, one sack, two fumble recoveries and 13 quarterback hurries ... Fumble recovery and four quarterback hurries against Elon ... Two tackles for loss (-20 yards) in defeat of No. 5 West Virginia ... Five quarterback hurries against the Mountaineers ... Also recorded a TFL against UCF, Rutgers and Oregon ... Lone sack came at Syracuse. 2006: Started four games among his 12 appearances ... Had 17 tackles, with one sack ... Had season-best five tackles vs. Rutgers (9/29) ... Single sack came in win at UCF (9/16). 2005: After sitting out 2004 rookie year for academics, coaches were anxious to give him an opportunity right away ... Broken foot in preseason camp ended his season ... He did dress for the final few games, but did not see action.

Solid team player with good receiving and block skills ... Good teammate ... The only player on roster from Alabama. 2007: Worked as second-string tight end behind Cedric Hill ... Started four games when USF opened in two TE sets ... Three receptions for 18 yards on the season ... Graded out at 78 percent (blocking, assignments, receptions, route running and effort) ... Also compiled 15 knockdowns ... Two receptions for eight yards at Auburn ... 10-yard catch and run against UCF. 2006: Had been projected as a top backup to senior Will Bleakley, but shoulder injury curtailed his full availability ... Never gave in, playing all season despite the injury ... Played in 10 of the 13 games, both at tight end and on special teams ... Had his first-career catch on a crucial 14-yard pickup to the nine yard line for a first down to set up what would prove to be the game-winning touchdown at West Virginia (11/25) ... Had opportunity to play in home state when Bulls closed season in Birmingham at Papajohns.com Bowl (12/23) with win over East Carolina. 2005: Utilized his redshirt season while working at tight end and some at long snapper.

2004: Sat out season while concentrating on his academics. ARMWOOD HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 22nd best defensive end by Rivals.com ... Ranked as 25th-best player in the state by Tampa Tribune and 39th by Orlando Sentinel ... Ranked No. 2 overall player in Tampa Bay area by St. Petersburg Times and also a member of that paperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-Suncoast team ... First team Class 4A all-state for state champion Armwood High ... Hilllsborough County Defensive Player of the Year by Tampa Tribune ... 44 tackles prior to state playoffs, including nine sacks and 14 tackles for loss ... Also had two caused fumbles ... Had a combined five sacks, seven tackles for loss and 12 quarterback hurries in back-to-back games against Middleton and Plant ... Coached by Sean Callahan. PERSONAL: Born September 7, 1985 in Tampa, Fla. ... Son of Barbara Buie ... Name is pronounced Jarrett Boo-ee.

YEAR 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 12-4 13-9 25-13

UT 7 19 26

AT 10 7 17

TT 17 26 43

TFL 1-9 6-32 7-41

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McGILL-TOOLEN HIGH SCHOOL: Honorable mention all-state in Class 6A ... All-region ... 29 catches for 503 yards in 2004 ... Indoor state champ in shot put...Finished sixth in state in outdoor season ... Also threw discus and javelin ... Football coach was Steve Savarese. PERSONAL: Born November 5, 1986 in Hammond, La. ... Given name is Ben Lloyd Busbee ... Son of Mike and Gigi Busbee of Mobile ... Has an older brother, George ... Enjoys hunting and fishing. YEAR 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 10-0 13-4 23-4

REC 1 3 4

YDS 14 18 32

AVG 14.0 6.0 8.0

TD 0 0 0

LONG 14 vs. West Virginia 10 vs. UCF 14 vs. West Virginia

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#52 | Linebacker | 5-10 | 202 | Sophomore

#4 | Cornerback | 5-11 | 184 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Fort Myers, Fla. | Cypress Lake HS

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Youngster will start fall as backup cornerback but has potential to earn starting spot ... High school running back is a good athlete with above average speed and feet ... Loose hips ... Needs to add upper body strength to improve physicality.

2007: Transfer from N.C. State, played solely on special teams ... First tackle as a Bull came on kick coverage against FAU ... Received time in 10 games. 2006 (N.C. STATE): Utilized his redshirt season.

2007: Utilized redshirt season. CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL: Ran for 1,928 yards with 27 touchdowns in 2006 ... Had a 439-yard game (Lee County record) on 31 carries against Cape Coral Baker, when he ran for six touchdowns of 70, 50, 39, 30, 11 and 8 yards ... Named Sports Illustrated National Player of the Week ... Four games in which he ran for at least 200 yards ... Ran for 100-plus yards in nine of 11 games ... Ran for 235 yards and four TDs in win over South Ft. Myers ... 234 yards with two TDs against Golden Gate ... Had three interceptions on defense ... Second team all-state in Class 4A ... Class 4A District Player of the Year ... First team all-area and all-county ... Played in Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North-South All-Star Game in Lakeland and the Lee County All-Star Game ... Ranked 64th-best running back in nation by Rivals.com ... Rivals ranked him 98th top prospect at any position in Florida ... Ranked 71st in nation among runners by Scout.com ... Also recruited by Indiana, Iowa State, Pittsburgh and West Virginia.

HIGH SCHOOL: As a senior at Countryside, he earned Pinellas County second team honors on the defensive side of the ball. PERSONAL: Born March 8, 1988 ... Raised by Don Darr and Nota Znika ... One brother, Matt.

PERSONAL: Born August 24, 1989 ... Raised by Annette Nelson and Maurice Dickey ... One of eight siblings ... Sister, Tia Gloster, is a docter in Fort Myers ... Brother, George, is in the Navy.

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#24 | Running Back | 5-11 | 207 | Senior

>> Pensacola, Fla. | Tate HS

2007: Worked in a reserve role ... Appeared in two games gaining 19 yards on five runs ... Three rushes for 17 yards in 64-12 win over UCF. 2006: Utilized his redshirt season. HIGHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Had 640 yards and nine touchdowns in two seasons ... Limited throughout sophomore season in 2005 with an ankle injury. TATE HIGH SCHOOL: Ran for 1,532 yards and 15 touchdowns as a senior in 2003 when he was Class 4A all-state (third team) ... Ran for 180 yards on 18 carries with five touchdowns in a 52-8 win over New Orleans Cohen High School. PERSONAL: Born December 22, 1985 ... Raised by Velma and King Cannon ... Cousin, Cameron Perkins, also plays for USF ... One brother, Tony.

G-GS 2-0

ATT 5

GAIN LOSS NET AVG 19 0 19 3.8

TD 0

LONG 13 vs. UCF

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#78 | Offensive Tackle | 6-4 | 300 | Senior

#58 | Long Snapper | 6-2 | 261 | Senior

>> Miami, Fla. | Edison HS

Quiet leader on offense .. Physical presence to go along with thorough knowledge of the USF playbook ... Among the most experienced players on the team ... One of two former Miami Edison HS players that are expected to start this season ... The other is LB Brouce Mompremier. 2007: Starting left tackle since the Pitt game ... Graded out at 73 percent, which was the second-highest mark on the offensive line ... Recorded team-best 80 knockdowns ... Moved over to right tackle against Syracuse and Louisville to sure up an injury-riddled unit ... Back at left tackle in the regular season finale when Walt Walker returned to the lineup. 2006: Won the team’s annual Lee Roy Selmon Award for displaying courage and perseverance…Starts limited to seven by injury, but he was able to play in all 13 games…Started four of the first five games at right tackle and the final three games - at Louisville, at West Virginia and vs. East Carolina in the Papajohns.com Bowl on the left side.

>> St. Petersburg, Fla. | Indian Rocks Christian 2007: Saw action in Louisville game ... Worked in reserve role. 2006: Participated in Kansas and Syracuse games. INDIAN ROCKS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL: Graduated in 2000 and enrolled at Central Arkansas. PERSONAL: Born April 3, 1982 ... The oldest member of the football team ... Son of Karen and Dallas Dudding ... One sister, Karla, and one brother, Dallas .... Joined USF in 2006 after serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, working drug and alien migration interdiction on a 210-foot cutter in the Atlantic Ocean.

2005: A redshirt freshman, he performed superbly as a platoon starter at both tackle spots ... Opened season at Penn State (Sept. 3) as the starter at left tackle and moved to right side a week later vs. Florida A&M (Sept. 10) ... Started three more games late in the year on right side for a total of five starts and 12 games played ... Played considerable number of snaps whether starting or not, splitting time with Walter Walker. Marc Dile

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2004: Utilized his redshirt season. EDISON HIGH SCHOOL: Played in Florida-California All-Star Game ... Honorable mention all-Dade County in Miami Herald ... Coached by Corey Bell ... Also participated in basketball and track ... High school teammate of USF linebacker Brouce Mompremier. PERSONAL: Born May 5, 1986 in Orlando, Fla. ... Full-blooded Haitian ... Son of Celaine Guerrier and Wilfranc Dile ... Two sisters ... Engaged to Rayshawn Shakelford.

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#11 | Wide Receiver | 5-11 | 172 | Senior

>> Mayo, Fla. | Lafayette HS

Possession receiver ... Great hands have earned him the lead role as punt returner ... Graduated in December 2007 and is pursuing a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. 2007: Started 11 games and named team captain seven times ... Four catches in the first six games before equaling that total with four receptions and 50 yards against Rutgers ... Finished junior campaign with 22 catches on the season, including 15 in the final six regular season games, for 231 yards and one touchdown ... 27 receiving yards and one touchdown against Louisville ... Also served as primary punt returner ... Returned 31 punts for 231 total yards and an average of 7.5 yards ... Longest punt return of season went for 31 yards.

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#29 | Wide Receiver | 5-9 | 185 | Junior

>> Seminole, Fla. | Seminole HS

Came back at full speed during spring football but suffered another knee injury ... Believes he can recover in time to play during 2008 season ... Considered the fastest player on the team before his two knee injuries. 2007: Sidelined by knee injury. 2006: Had six carries for nine yards and five catches for 73 yards - an impressive 14.6 average ... Also returned four kickoffs for a 17.0 average with a long of 23. 2005: Used redshirt season.

2006: Started 12-of-13 games and finished third on the team with 27 receptions (328 yards) ... Had two touchdown catches ... Played major role in win at West Virginia with season-high five catches ... Had three catches for 62 yards to open the season against McNeese State, including his long catch of 47 yards for a touchdown ... Second TD catch came in win at UCF. 2005: Duty increased as season progressed ... Gained his first two career receptions (for 60 yards) at Syracuse ... Had a spectacular 41-yard catch at Connecticut ... Had five catches for 110 yards (22.0 average) on the season.

SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL: Had an 80-yard kick return for a touchdown in an October 2004 win over St. Petersburg High ... Proved to be a capable receiver as evidenced by a 50-yard catch and run one week earlier against Clearwater ... Also had a strong outing in a 2003 game against Clearwater, when he ran for 157 yards, had three receptions for 20 yards and also had an interception. PERSONAL: Born November 20, 1986 ... Strong student, he was one of seven USF players on the 2006 BIG EAST Academic All-Star Team.

2004: Utilized redshirt season. LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-state in Class A, he made first team as a junior and second team as a senior ... Had 22 catches for 490 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior ... Also had one punt return for a touchdown ... 67 catches for 980 yards with 14 total touchdowns that included two punt returns and a kick return ... 2003 state high school high jump champion (6-6) ... Also played basketball and baseball ... Coached by Joey Pearson. PERSONAL: Born September 4, 1985 in Gainesville, Fla. ... Son of Ann Murphy ... Member of Beta Club and carried a 3.0 grade point average throughout high school career ... Related to Reggie McGrew (Florida, 49ers, Falcons) and Sam McGrew (Florida State) ... Enjoys knee boarding, swimming and fishing ... Strong student, he is a two-time BIG EAST Academic All-Star Team member.

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G-GS 12-0 13-12 13-11 38-23

REC 5 27 22 54

YDS 110 328 231 669

AVG 22.0 12.1 10.6 12.4

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TD LONG 0 41 at UConn 2 47 vs. McNeese St. 1 25 at Rutgers 3 47 vs. McNeese St.

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#99 | Defensive End | 6-2 | 263| Redshirt Freshman

#26 | Running Back | 6-2 | 230 | Sophomore

>> Bradenton, Fla. | Southeast HS 2007: Utilized redshirt season.

SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 93rd top prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel in 2006 recruiting class ... Second team all-state in Class 4A ... Had 71 tackles and 13 sacks ... Played in PAL Bowl for Manatee County All-Stars ... Defensive standout in 14-6 win over Sarasota County, helping the defense limit Sarasota to 136 total yards ... Invited to play in Florida North-South All-Star Game but chose to sit out with a minor injury ... Named to Big7 Gridiron (Polynesian players) second team all-defensive front seven ... Two-time Sarasota Herald Tribune first team all-area selection ... Coached by Paul Maechtle. PERSONAL: Born March 28, 1987 ... Last name is pronounced Fuh-new-uh ... Raised by Kathleen Higby and Saia Fonua ... Has six siblings ... Five brothers: Allen, Saia, Laki, Willy and Josh ... One sister, Monica ... Uncle Lonnie Higby played at football at Kentucky.

>> Sarasota, Fla. | Sarasota HS

Running back trimmed down during winter conditioning and then built muscle onto frame and was playing at 230 in the spring ... Just now working off rust from extended absence from football prior to the 2007 season ... One of the most energetic players on the team ... Amateur rapper with vocal sound similar to popular rappers Mystikal and Young Jeezy ... Cousin of 2007 USF graduate and Tampa Bay Buccaneers signee Amarri Jackson. 2007: One of the top true freshman running backs in college football ... Showed a wealth of potential ... Led team with 12 rushing TDs ... Also had one receiving TD ... TD total established a new USF freshman record and was one shy of tying the USF single-season rushing TD record ... Compiled 645 yards on 138 carries ... Needed 85 more yards to break the USF freshman rushing yards record ... Averaged 4.7 yards per carry ... Eclipsed 50 yards on five occasions and in the final three games of the regular season ... Scored two TDs on four occasions ... Two outings with 100 yards or more ... Rushed for 134 yards against Syracuse and 140 the next week against Louisville ... Named BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Week after the Louisville game when he also had two TDs ... Rushed for 82 yards on just six carries in first game of his career against Elon ... Also recorded season best 48-yard run against Elon ... Ran for 74 yards on 21 carries at Auburn ... Scored five TDs – four rushing and one receiving – in first three games ... Also had scoring runs against UCF and Rutgers ... After his breakout game in the season opener, a reporter asked him about breaking numerous tackles on two big runs and he said that his style was,“Built Ford tough.” ... ESPN commentator Dick Vitale, who has a home near Ford’s hometown of Sarasota, is a huge fan of the running back and has hyped his skills on telecasts and Mike and Mike in the Morning. 2006: Enrolled at USF in January 2007 and participated in Spring practice ... Had eight carcar ries for 55 yards and one touchdown in Spring Game ... Blends speed and power. SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL: A five-star recruit, he ran for a state record 2,836 yards with 37 touchdowns in his 2004 senior season ... The most prolific runner ever in talent-rich Sarasota-Bradenton area ... Joined Travis Henry (Tennessee Titans/Denver Broncos) as the only two Florida high school players to rush for 200-plus yards in 11 consecutive games ... Had a high of 368 against Naples Lely ... Ranked 17th-best running back in the nation out of high school by SuperPrep ... Class 5A Player of the Year in 2004...Originally a 2005 Alabama signee out of high school, he attended Hargrave Military Academy and played for the school’s postgraduate team ... Coached at Sarasota by Bob Perkins. PERSONAL: Born October 3, 1986 ... Cousin to former USF receiver Amarri Jackson, their mothers are sisters ... Near-death experience as a child when he almost drowned off the shores of Lido Beach in his hometown ... Amazingly he was rescued by the hook from a local fisherman. YEAR 2007

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ATT YDS 138 645

AVG 4.7

TD LONG 12 48 vs. Elon

REC YDS 2 12

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#41 | OL | 6-0 | 280 | Junior

#96 | Nose Tackle | 6-1 | 314 | Sophomore

>> Valrico, Fla. | Durant HS

>> Lake City, Fla. | Columbia HS

2007: Played in all 13 games on special teams ... Switched from fullback to defensive tackle during the season. .. Has also played offensive line.

One of the standouts of the spring ... Transitioned to defensive tackle where he immediately pushed for time at the top of the rotation ... A road block on run defense.

2006: Utilized in jumbo backfield alignments as a blocking back at the goal line ... Played in eight games.

2007: True freshman provided depth on the offensive line, while receiving time in six games.

2005: Utilized a redshirt season.

COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL: Second team all-state ... Outstanding offensive lineman award at Columbia as a junior and senior ... Selected to Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North-South Shrine Bowl ... Gainesville Sun all-area first team as a junior and senior ... Sixth in state in powerlifting as a junior ... 420 bench and 305 power clean ... National Honors Society ... Coached by Danny Green.

PERSONAL: Born November 12, 1986.

PERSONAL: Born May 2, 1988 in Lake City, Fla. ... Given name is Sampson Maurice Genus ... Son of Sampson and Addie Genus ... Two brothers (Denzel and Glenn) and two sisters (Marcia and Carla) ... Cousin Jerome Carter played for the St. Louis Rams ... Last name is pronounced JEAN-us.

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#7 | Defensive Back | 6-3 | 215 | Senior

>> Immokalee, Fla. | Immokalee HS

Senior will contribute behind Nate Allen, Carlton Williams and Danny Verpaele at the safety positions ... Could find himself as the primary nickel back ... Good amount of experience and understanding of the defensive scheme. 2007: Primary backup at safety, played significant minutes in 11 games ... 23 tackles, including 18 solos ... Single-game high of four tackles against West Virginia ... Two intercepintercep tions on the season against North Carolina and Louisville ... Sat out final regular season game with an injury ... Also recorded two pass breakups. 2006: Had 14 tackles in 13 appearances ... Also had an impressive sideline interception in the season opener against McNeese State. 2005: Utilized as frequent nickel back and as a platoon player at strong safety ... Had two interceptions and 16 tackles in 12 non-starting appearances ... Had a 39-yard interception return in USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win over Louisville ... Had his second pickoff one week later at Miami. 2004: Went through season as the scout team quarterback, but switched to safety in the 2005 spring season. IMMOKALEE HIGH SCHOOL: A left-handed thrower, he led his team to the state semifinals before a loss to eventual 2A champion Chaminade ... Threw for 1,300 yards and ran for 300 and accounted for 14 touchdowns ... Threw for 210 yards and three touchdowns in region championship win over Clewiston ... Team ranked eighth in state in final media poll conducted prior to playoffs ... All-district and all-county in 2003...Team MVP as a junior ... Also played basketball and baseball ... Coached by John Webber. PERSONAL: Born November 8, 1985 in Ft. Myers, Fla. ... Son of Vanessa Howard ... An honor roll student with a 3.1 grade point average ... Enjoys hunting and fishing ... Last name is pronounced GUH-shet.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Total

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UT 10 9 18 37

AT 6 5 5 16

TT 16 14 23 53

TFL 0-0 1-11 0-0 1-11

SACKS 0-0 1-11 0-0 1-11

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#15 | Quarterback | 6-1 | 205 | Senior

#77 | Offensive Center | 6-4 | 295 | Senior

>> Athens, Ohio | Indiana | Athens HS

>> Seffner, Fla. | Armwood HS

Veteran is a solid and trusted backup to Matt Grothe ... Very capable signal caller ... One of the best conditioned athletes on the team ... Similar run-pass skills to Grothe.

The vocal leader of the offense both in workouts and during practice and games ... Steady contributor that wasn’t expected to start in 2007.

2007: Main backup to Matt Grothe ... Posted passer rating of 165.7 in late game duty ... Completed 17-of-30 passes for 280 yards and four TD strikes ... Also ran for 85 yards on 13 carries ... Compiled 125 yards and two TDs on four completions against UCF, including a 75-yard connection with Carlton Mitchell ... Longest run of the season was 22-yarder during Brut Sun Bowl.

2007: A surprise standout on the offensive line ... Graded out at 76 percent during regular season, which was the best mark among regulars on the offensive line ...Third on team with 64 knockdown blocks ... A reserve until senior Nick Capogna was injured in pre-season camp ... Took over role as starting center and did not relinquish it even after Capogna returned from injury.

2006: Strong practice player and a true student of the game ... Played late in wins over McNeese State and UConn.

2006: Started first three games, but a broken foot at UCF kept him out of the lineup for the next six games ... Was able to get some playing time in each of final four games, including the Papajohns.com Bowl.

2005: Impressed with work ethic and versatility in his transfer season. 2005: Played in all 11 games, seeing most extensive duty on field goal and PAT protection. 2004 (INDIANA): Utilized his redshirt season ... Was seen as an athletic quarterback with a strong throwing arm ... Also a capable runner. ATHENS HIGH SCHOOL: Named to the Division III All-Ohio squad by Ohio Prep Scene ... Also named first team All-Ohio in Division III by the Associated Press and the Ohio Football Coaches Association ... Earned a spot in Big 33 All-Star Game, a prestigious event between Ohio and Pennsylvania ... Threw an 82-yard TD pass in that game to the Miami Dolphins’ Ted Ginn Jr. ... Played quarterback and safety ... Threw for 2,085 yards as a senior, completing 115 of 214 attempts ... Threw for 22 touchdowns ... Had 66 tackles and three interceptions on defense ... Three-time all-league and all-district and the county MVP as a senior ...Selected to play in prestigious Ohio North-South All-Star Game and earned South Offensive Player of the Game honors, completing eight of 14 passes for 202 yards and two touchdowns ... Also had an 80-yard TD run in that game ... 4,200-plus yards passing in three years as a starter at Athens High ...Threw 41 TD passes and ran for 21 more ... 1,000-plus career rushing yards ... Had 240 tackles and 10 interceptions as a defensive back ... Played safety in each of final three seasons and corner as a freshman at Atlee High in Virginia ... Also played baseball and basketball and was a three-sport captain as a senior... 350 career hitter in baseball ... Played centerfield, shortstop and pitcher ... Three-time all-league and two-time all-county in baseball.

ARMWOOD HIGH SCHOOL: Class 4A all-state for state champion Armwood ... Anchored offensive line that paved the way for three 1,000-yard rushers in 2003 ... Ranked 39th-best prospect in Florida by Tampa Tribune and 67th by Orlando Sentinel ... Ranked sixth in Tampa Bay area by St. Petersburg Times ... Florida Times-Union ranked him fourth best offensive guard prospect in state ... Also a member of Times’ all-Suncoast team ... Named top of of-fensive lineman in Hillsborough County with Jimbo Kynes Award ... All-Western Conference and all-county ... Extremely mobile and athletic at 300 pounds ... Earned Wendy’s Heisman nominee and Orange Bowl Academic Award ... Coached by Sean Callahan ... Teammate of USF’s Jarriett Buie. PERSONAL: Born April 24, 1986 in Tampa, Fla. ... Son of Doug Griffin and Michelle Archbell ... Given name is Jacob Douglas Griffin ... Two brother: Stephen and Jordan .... Three sisters: Mindy, Tasha and Skylear.

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PERSONAL: Born March 10, 1986 in West Point, N.Y., where his father (USF offensive coordinator Greg Gregory) was on the football staff at Army ... Graduated on December 15, 2007 ... Working on master’s degree.

2004: Used his redshirt season.

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#8 | Quaterback | 6-0 | 205 | Junior

>> Lakeland, Fla. | Lake Gibson HS

Named to Maxwell Award preseason watch list ... Regularly mentioned as a 2008 Heisman candidate ... Enters third season as a starter and one of the most elusive offensive players in the game ... Much of his ability to avoid tackles and counteract attempts by defenders comes from his years of karate training ... Owns a black belt in karate ... Took up golf this summer ... Very excited about receiving corp, especially young weapons Dontavia Bogan and A.J. Love. 2007: One of the top dual-threat quarterbacks in college football ... One of only three players in NCAA FBS to rush for at least 850 yards and throw for at least 2,500 yards ... The others were Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow and Central Michigan’s Dan LeFevour ... Broke the USF career rushing record for quarterbacks in the 22nd game of his career (Cincinnati 2007) ... Currently has 1,494 rushing yards, which bests the previous record of 1,235 set by Marquel Blackwell (1999-02) ... The USF career rushing record is 2,731, which he could reach at his two-year pace ... The Lakeland native also broke the single season QB rushing record in the ninth game of 2007 (Cincinnati) ... Finished season with 872 rushing yards ... Broke his own single-season record of 622, which he set as freshman in 2006 ... Also surpassed the USF single-game passing record with 382 yards against Cincinnati ... Only player in USF history to throw for 5,000 yards and rush for 1,400 yards ... Rushed for career high and USF quarterback record 146 yards against UConn, which was the ninth-best rushing day by a QB in BIG EAST history and the fifth-best day by a BIG EAST QB this season ... Three 100-yard rushing games is a USF quarterback career record ... Became the eighth player in USF history to rush for 1,000 career yards during the Rutgers game ... He is just the second USF quarterback to accomplish the feat ... Went 17-23 for the second consecutive game passing for 159 yards and rushing for 67 and a TD in win over Pittsburgh ... Workman-like effort on 17-23 passing for 194 passing yards and two TDs, also ran for 67 and a TD in the win over Louisville ... Efficient with 181 yards on 15-22 passing and 73 yards on 14 rushing attempts in 41-10 win over Syracuse ... Also ran for a TD and tossed two TDs versus the Orange ... Rushed for 100 yards in back-to-back games against UCF & FAU ... Accounted for four touchdowns against UCF ... Ran for two and passed for another two - both to WR Taurus Johnson. ... Compiled 312 yards of total offense before leaving midway through the third quarter ... Just the second USF quarterback to have back-to-back 100-yard rushing days ... No USF QB has done it in three straight games ... Also had 122 rushing yards against FAU ... Threw for 135 yards, including a 55-yard TD connection with Carlton Mitchell against West Virginia ... Streak of 136 passes without an interception was snapped against the Mountaineers ... Racked up 216 yards passing, the second-highest single-half total of his career, against UNC ... Built upon his legacy as a gamer by leading USF to a come-from-behind overtime win at Auburn ... After being sacked three times in the third quarter, Grothe went 6-of-8 for 75 passing yards, plus 25 rushing yards and a TD pass in leading USF to the overtime win ... He began the 2007 season with 239 yards, two TDs and no picks against Elon. 2006: Took over in the first half of the season opener vs. McNeese State when Pat Julmiste bruised a knee, and he never let go of the job ... Twice won BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Week honors while making a name nationally as well ... Broke all of Marquel Blackwell’s freshman records at USF, an accomplishment previously thought un-doable ... 2,576 passing yards, 622 rushing yards, 3,198 total yards and nine rushing TDs are all USF freshman records for a quarterback (rushing is second among all freshmen players to RB Rafael Williams in 1997) ... 63.7 completion percentage is a USF record, regardless of class ... Has also caught a pass and been used as a punter ... Led USF to come-from-behind wins in each of the first three games, including a win at UCF, where he was 21-of-31 for 302 yards and three TDs ... Also ran for 71 yards and won BIG EAST Player of the Week ... Nearly pulled off a fourthstraight come-from-behind win at Kansas, when USF lost 13-7, while driving right up to the final gun ... Looked like he would do it yet again the next week against Rutgers, but a two point conversion that would have tied the game at 22-22 with under a minute was dropped by the receiver ... Responded well to those back-to-back losses and completed 26-of-36 passes for 304 yards with no interceptions and two touchdowns in wins over UConn and North Carolina ... Also had 27 carries for 120 yards in those two wins, including three TD runs

against UConn ... Had most trying game at Cincinnati, but responded well again, leading USF to a crucial win over Pitt to become Bowl eligible ... Completed 19-of-25 passes in that game, while throwing for a TD and running for another ... Won second BIG EAST Player of the Week award when he was 25-of-35 for 364 yards against Syracuse ... Named 2006 BIG EAST Rookie of the Year and USF’s Offensive MVP and Rookie of the Year in 2006 ... One of the top freshmen players in the entire nation, he was second in the nation among freshmen in total offense ... Had led all freshmen in that category for the entire season before he was forced from the Papajohns.com Bowl with an injury ... Named The Sporting News BIG EAST Freshman of the Year as well as the publication’s BIG EAST all-freshman team ... Also named an honorable mention Freshman All-America by The Sporting News ... Also among the top freshmen in passing yards and pass efficiency ... Displayed outstanding leadership as he had grabbed his teammates’ respect and taken hold ... Picked up offense rapidly and allowed USF to get the most from its playbook ... After loss at Louisville, he once again proved unflappable with his performance in win over seventh-ranked West Virginia. 2005: Impressed as a scout team quarterback while utilizing his redshirt season. LAKE GIBSON HIGH SCHOOL: Class 4A Player of the Year and a finalist for Florida’s Mr. Football ... Old Spice Red Zone Player of the Year for the State of Florida ... Atlanta Journal Constitution Super Southern 100 ... First team Class 4A all-state as a junior and senior ... Led team to state title game against Armwood High ... Lakeland Ledger Player of the Year as a junior and senior ... Ranked 21st-best prospect in Florida by Tampa Tribune and 23rd by Orlando Sentinel ... Ranked 24th dual-threat quarterback in the nation by Rivals.com ... 93rd overall prospect in Florida according to Rivals.com ... Threw for 2,700 yards and ran for 1,250 as a senior ... 33 passing touchdowns and 15 rushing touchdowns ...Passed for 2,004 yards as a junior, along with 1,100 rushing yards ... 25 passing touchdowns as a junior and 14 more on the ground ... Coached by Keith DeMyer. PERSONAL: Born September 8, 1986 ... Son of Matt and Brenda Grothe ... Two younger brothers, Chris and David ... An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys both hunting and fishing ... Last name is pronounced Growth-ee.

Year 2006 2007 Total Year 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 13-12 13-13 26-25 G-GS 13-12 13-13 26-25

ATT 178 198 376

CAREER PASSING STATS CMP-ATT-INT PCT YDS 202-317-14 63.7 2,576 232-392-14 59.2 2,670 434-709-28 61.2 5,246

TD 15 14 29

CAREER RUSHING STATS GAIN LOSS NET 802 180 622 1,138 266 872 1,940 446 1,494

TD LONG 9 26 at UCF 10 80 at Pitt 19 80 at Pitt

AVG 3.5 4.4 4.0

QB EFF 138.76 121.04 129.0

2008 GoUsFBulls.com Coverage of Grothe • 2008 Award Promotion:“Pick Your Poison” • The top 10 passing and rushing plays of Grothe’s career • Weekly press conference Clips and Quotes • Game-by-game highlights from 2007 and 2008 • Weekly press clippings • Extensive text and multimedia biography

Need a story on Grothe? • Ask the slippery quarterback about his black belt in karate and how those lessons have helped him escape defenders and turn in some of the most memorable runs of the last two college football seasons. • The Lakeland native put away his fishing pole this summer and took up a new hobby of golf. His regular summer routine was morning voluntary workouts, 18 holes and a return to campus for seven-on-seven drills.

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hanks

hampton

antwon

Patrick

#19 | Wide Receiver | 6-3 | 200 | Junior

#41 | Defensive End | 6-3 | 225 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Weirsdale, Fla. | Lake Weir HS

>> Lithonia, Ga. | Martin Luther King HS > 2007: Used his redshirt year.

2006 & 2007: Worked primarily on scout team.

MARTIN LUTHER KING HIGH SCHOOL: Region’s defensive player of the year as a senior when he had 77 tackles, including 10 sacks and 19 tackles for loss ... Also caused five fumbles and recovered three ... Blocked one punt and one field goal ... All-DeKalb County and an all-region player as a junior and senior ... Honorable mention all-state as a senior ... Recruited by Auburn, Georgia Tech, Clemson, Purdue and Maryland ... Coached by Cory Jarvis.

2005: Utilized his redshirt season.

PERSONAL: Born April 14, 1989 ... Given name is Patrick Lamar Hampton ... Son of James and Toya Hampton ... Has one brother and one sister.

PERSONAL: Born August 11, 1987 ... One of eight children raised by Robert and Sharon Hanks.

LAKE WEIR HIGH SCHOOL: A multi-talented athlete, he played football, basketball and ran track ... Caught the game-winning 34-yard TD pass in a win over Lecanto High that ended a 20-game losing streak for his high school ... Played center on the basketball team.

harris harris aaron

hamri hamriCk hamri rhett

#98 | Defensive Tackle | 6-4 | 270 | Junior

>> Williston, Fla. | Williston HS

#23 | Wide Receiver | 6-5 | 190 | Redshirt Freshman

Altamonte Springs, Fla. | Lake Brantley HS

2007: Utilized redshirt season. LAKE BRANTLEY HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered three times as a wide receiver and twice on the track team ... First team all-district in consecutive years as a junior and a senior ... Rookie of the year honor in 2006 and in 2007 ... Named a team captain for the squad ... Received the ball 67 times while racking up over 1,200 yards as an upperclassman ... Averaged 20 yards a catch as a junior and 18 as a senior ... Academic honor roll all four years. PERSONAL: Born November 15, 1988... Son of William and Lisa Hamrick.

Steady performer who has added bulk during the off-season ... Came to USF undersized and is still working up to ideal defensive tackle build ... 2007-08 roommate of George Selvie ... Teammates have given him numerous nicknames, including “Sleepy”, “Slop” and “Country” ... Quiet and humble personality. 2007: Another rising defensive star for USF ... Collected 25 tackles during regular season with 9.5 (or 38 percent) going for a loss ... Second on the team with 5.5 sacks ... Played in 11 games, sat out last two regular season games with an ankle injury ... Collected three sacks for -25 yards in the win over UCF ... Also had two TFL against Elon and West Virginia ... Two pass breakups on the season ... Single-game high of four tackles against Elon. 2006: Played in 10 games and earned six starts, including the final five games of the season ... 10 tackles on the year. WILLISTON HIGH SCHOOL: Class 3A first team all-state ... Played in Florida North-South All-Star Game ... All-area...Had 81 tackles, 12 sacks and 15 tackles for loss as a senior ... Team defensive MVP ... Played power forward on the Williston basketball team. PERSONAL: Born July 11, 1988 ... Raised by Curtis and Janice Harris ... One sister, Jennifer Brown ... Proud uncle to Tiara Brown ... Cousin, Dexter Wallace, played at Bowling Green.

YEAR 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 10-6 12-11 22-17

UT 2 16 18

AT 8 9 17

TT 10 24 34

TFL 0.5-0 9.5-50 10-50

SACKS 0-0 5.5-40 5.5-40

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hhermann ermann Zach

#61 | Offensive Guard | 6-3 | 313 | Sophomore

>> Oldsmar, Fla. | East Lake HS

hess Houston

#40 | Linebacker | 6-3 | 210 | Junior

>> Oswego, Ill. | Oswego HS

A rising star on the offensive line who earned a starting spot during redshirt freshman season and never relinquished it.

A favorite of the entire coaching staff ... Key special teams contributor, who is known for his abilities and all-out effort on coverages.

2007: Redshirt freshman started every game of his first college season ... Perhaps the biggest surprise in terms of his consistency ... Named honorable mention The Sporting News Freshman All-American ... Graded out at 72 percent, which was the third best mark on the offensive line during the regular season ... Collected 70 knockdown blocks through 12 games with single game high of 11 against Cincinnati.

2007: Special teams star ... Had five tackles on punt and kickoff coverage, all solos. 2006: Made his mark on special teams and saw spot duty at linebacker ... Had 15 tackles ... Had four special teams tackles in USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win over seventh-ranked West Virginia. 2005: Utilized his redshirt season.

2006: Impressed while he utilized his redshirt season. EAST LAKE HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-county in St. Petersburg Times ... Also named allSuncoast and all-district ... Three-year letterman ... Teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offensive MVP in 2005, allowing no sacks ... Had 72 pancakes ... All-district and honorable mention all-county as a junior ... Also competed in track & field (shot and discus) ... Won district and county shot put titles in 2004 ... Coached by Bob Hudson.

OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL: Played football and basketball, and was also a pitcher on the baseball team ... A free safety in football ... Considered a solid college baseball prospect, but he went on two-year Mormon mission. PERSONAL: Born March 27, 1984 ... Fluent in Spanish, learned for his mission ... Raised by Kevin and Tracy Hess ... Sister, Lyndsie, was a USF Sun Doll (dance squad).

PERSONAL: Born October 20, 1987 ... Honor roll student and a Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month in high school ... Born October 20, 1987 in Gainesville, Fla. ... Son of Eileen and Mark Hermann ... Has two sisters.

herzhaUser herzha Joe

#72 | Offensive Line | 6-4 | 276 | Sophomore

>> St. Petersburg, Fla. | Lakewood HS 2007: Worked in a reserve role.

2006: A walk-on, he worked with the scout team and used his redshirt season.

Zach Hermann

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PERSONAL: Born November 1, 1983 ... Raised by Tom and Betty Herzhauser ... Three sisters, Katherine, Melanie and Emma ... Spent two years in the Air Force after graduating from Lakewood High School in 2002 ... Also coached briefly at Lakewood under head coach and former USF running back Otis Dixon ... Last name is pronounced HERZ-howz-ur.

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hester

hill

Jessie

Cedric

#87 | Wide Receiver | 6-0 | 180 | Junior

#9 | Tight End | 6-3 | 244 | Senior

>> Belle Glade, Fla. | Glades Central HS

A technician who focuses on perfecting footwork and route running ... Great pedigree ... Cited by position coach Mike Canales as the most improved wide receiver entering the 2007 season ... Ideal skills for inside receiver. 2007: Redshirt sophomore had breakout season with 35 receptions, 418 yards and four TDs ... Tied for team lead in TD receptions (4) ... Part of a young and talented receiving group along with Carlton Mitchell, A.J. Love and Dontavia Bogan ... Reeled in single-game high of six receptions on two occasions – Auburn and UConn ... His final reception against Auburn was an 18-yard TD that sealed the overtime win ... Also had TDs against UCF, Rutgers and Cincinnati ... Highest yardage output was 64 against Auburn ... Reception in 10 straight games.

>> Valdosta, Ga. | Valdosta HS

A wide receiver in high school, Hill is just now coming into his own as a tight end ... Blocking and tight end skills have caught up to his receiving abilities ... A player that will get NFL looks because of his athleticism ... Unsung leader and role player ... The most steady tight end on team. 2007: Talented tight end was a reliable receiver for Bulls’ offense this season ... Played in all 13 games and started 12 ... 23 receptions for 264 yards and one touchdown during regular season ... Averaged 11.6 yards per catch ... Graded out at 88 percent (blocking, assignment, receptions, route running and effort) according to position coach Larry Scott ... Collected 28 knockdowns ... Tied a career-high with three receptions against Florida Atlantic, UConn, Louisville and Oregon ... Single-game yardage high of 55 against UConn ... Also reeled in 35-yard catch against the Huskies, which was his longest of the season.

2006: Opted to use a redshirt season. 2005: One of five true freshmen to play for USF, he appeared in nine games with a start vs. UCF... Had three catches for 37 yards ... Two of those catches came for 19 yards in regular season finale vs. West Virginia ... Also had a catch at Miami. GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Tampa Tribune ranked him 38th top prospect in Florida ... Ranked as the 57th-best receiver in the nation by Rivals.com, who ranked him 76th-best player in Florida, regardless of position ... Ranked as 97th top prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel ... Played senior year at Glades Central after two years at Wellington High ... First team all-county and all-conference ... Ran sprints for track team. PERSONAL: Born November 1, 1986 in Jacksonville, Fla. ... Son of former Florida State (1981-84) great Jessie Hester, who played for the Raiders (1st round pick), Falcons, Colts and Rams, as well as the Tampa Bay Bandits (USFL) between 1984-95 ... Hester Sr. led the Seminoles in receiving in 1983 and 1984 when he had a combined 73 receptions and 15 touchdowns ... Mother is Lena Hester. YEAR 2005 2007 Total

G-GS 9-1 13-3 22-4

REC 3 35 38

YDS 37 418 455

AVG 12.3 11.9 12.0

TD LONG 0 19 vs. West Virginia 4 28 (UCF, Rutgers) 4 28 (UCF, Rutgers)

2006: Had 11 catches for 177 yards ... Two catches for 69 yards, including a 64-yarder in season opener vs. McNeese State ... 16.1 average was second on team behind S.J. Green. 2005: Started four games at receiver and played in all 12 games ... Had 10 catches for 139 yards with one touchdown ... Had three catches for 74 yards in the first two games of the season at Penn State and vs. Florida A&M, including a 36 yard TD catch against FAMU ... Three more of his catches (42 yards) came in the final two games of the season at Connecticut and vs. West Virginia. VALDOSTA HIGH SCHOOL: Originally signed with Miami in February 2004 but did not enroll ... Enrolled at USF in January 2005 and participated in spring practice ... 24 catches for 574 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior in high school, leading the team in all three categories ... Caught TD passes of 74 and 61 yards in the state semi-finals game against Westside High School ... Played receiver, tight end and defensive end ... Had four quarterback sacks as a senior ... Had 20 catches for 97 yards as a junior ... Runs 4.48 40-yard dash and has great body control ... Played for the nation’s winningest high school program ... Coached by Rick Darlington. PERSONAL: Born August 7, 1985 ... Raised by Tracy and Carolyn Hill .... Two sisters, Marcia and Dephamia ... Attended the same high school as Carlton Williams ... Cousin, Cedric Maxwell, played in the NBA for 10 seasons.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Total

G-GS 12-4 13-2 13-12 38-18

REC 10 11 23 44

YDS 139 177 264 580

AVG 13.9 16.1 11.5 13.2

TD LONG 1 36 vs. FAMU 0 64 vs. McNeese St. 1 35 at UConn 2 64 vs. McNeese

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Johnson

hine

Taurus

Chaz

#89 | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 205 | Senior

#79 | Offensive Line | 6-4 | 292 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Cape Coral, Fla. | Cape Coral HS

>> > > Lithia, Fla. | Newsome HS

Offensive line coach Mike Simmonds believes this walk-on has the build, feet and intelligence to contribute in 2008 and beyond ... A music major, who has been classically trained to sing opera music.

After being limited by injuries in 2007, Johnson has been healthy all off-season ... One of the quickest and most elusive players in the BIG EAST ... Owns the strongest throwing arm on the team ... Can sling the football 75 yards ... Could have huge season if USF can find ways to put him in space.

2007: Utilized redshirt season. NEWSOME HIGH SCHOOL: A four-year starter and multiple award winner at Newsome HS ... First team all-county ... Second team all-state ... East Hillsborough All-Star ... Team captain ... Also member of National Honors Society ... Honor roll student all four years. PERSONAL: Born October 5, 1988 in Fayetteville, N.C. ... One of four children to Charlie and Janine Hine ... Two younger brothers, Jared and Seth, and younger sister, Michela ... Majoring in business management.

hhUners U Matt

#71 | Offensive Guard | 6-3 | 290 | Senior

>> Palm Harbor, Fla. | Palm Harbor University HS Considered the best offensive lineman by coaching staff before he suffered his knee injury last spring ... Will be a regular contributor and likely starter for USF ... Very high potential built on solid fundamentals. 2007: After grading as the best offensive lineman on the USF team in 2006, Huners tore his ACL in spring ball but remarkably recovered to play against Cincinnati, Louisville and Oregon ... Graded highly in limited action ... Given the Coaches Award at the USF postseason banquet for his remarkable recovery. 2006: Started 11 games, including one at left tackle and the final 10 games of the season at left guard. 2005: A redshirt freshman, he was the backup right guard although his first career start came at Connecticut at left guard when USF had to shift its lineup due to injuries ... Saw action in five games with the one start. 2004: Utilized redshirt season ... Earned recognition with USF’s Overachiever Award, which is presented annually to the freshman player who achieves the most in area of strength and conditioning ... Singled out for his dedication and intensity. PALM HARBOR UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-county and honorable mention all-Suncoast by St. Petersburg Times ... Paved the way for a 1,000 yard rusher in 2003 ... Played for North squad in Pinellas County North-South All-Star Game ... Three time offensive line MVP for University High ... 73 pancake blocks and he allowed no sacks over his junior and senior seasons ... Honor roll student ... Coached by Mike June.

2007: The veteran leader of a young, talented, and deep receiving pool that will return in 2008 ... Played in 11 games, starting five times and missing two with an ankle injury ... Third on the team with 34 receptions ... Perhaps the most elusive receiver on the team ... Racked up 407 receiving yards and four touchdowns ... Single-game high of six receptions against Elon and UCF ... Single-game yardage high of 83 yards against UCF ... Also reeled in two touchdowns against the Knights ... Also returned 11 kickoffs for 183 total yards and a long of 33. 2006: Second on team with 37 receptions for 494 yards ... Two touchdown receptions ... Also a dangerous runner, he had five carries for 51 yards, including three touchdowns, matching Amarri Jackson’s school record (2005) for a receiver ... Had two 100-yard receiving games ... Had six catches for 106 yards with a game-winning TD vs. FIU ... Also had one of his three rushing TDs vs. FIU for 14 yards ... Five receptions for 131 yards, including a 79-yard TD in win over Syracuse, when he made the BIG EAST honor roll ... 19-yard TD run at North Carolina ... 22-yard TD run vs. Pitt ... Led team with 14 kick returns for a 22.6 average. 2005: One of five true freshmen to see time for USF ... Played at receiver in all 12 games ... Had three catches for 35 yards with a long of 20 vs. Florida A&M (Sept. 10) ... Had two catches for 15 yards at Pittsburgh (Oct. 15). CAPE CORAL HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked as the 35th-best receiver prospect in the nation by Rivals.com ... Also ranked as 45th best prospect in Florida, regardless of position ... Ranked 47th top prospect in Florida by Tampa Tribune ... Ft. Myers News-Press all-South Florida ... Allconference and all-district ... Had 24 catches for 258 yards and 10 carries from the receiver position for 96 yards ... 203 kick return yards, highlighted by a school-record 99-yard TD vs. Barron Collier ... Had 58 tackles with three sacks and one interception that went for a TD ... Also had four fumble recoveries ...As a junior, he had 10 touchdowns ... 40 receptions for 831 yards, 21 carries for 216 yards and 412 kick return yards ... Had 1,459 all-purpose yards ... Set school records for yards receiving in a single game (178), long kick return (99), most receptions in a season (40), most receiving yards in a season (831), most career receptions (71) and most career receiving yards (1,128) ... Coached by Nick Gasparato. PERSONAL: Born April 13, 1986 in Ft. Myers, Fla. ... Son of Alicia Johnson ... First name “Taurus” is appropriate in USF “Bulls” program.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 12-0 13-2 11-5 36-7

REC 3 37 34 74

YDS 35 494 407 936

AVG 11.7 13.4 12.0 12.6

TD 0 2 4 6

LONG 20 vs. FAMU 79 vs. Syracuse 34 vs. UCF 79 vs. Syracuse

PERSONAL: Born September 10, 1985 in Dunedin, Fla. ... Son of Thomas and Nancy Huners ... Given name is Matthew Allen Huners ... Has one brother, Tom ... Enjoys weight lifting and video games ... Last name is pronounced HUE-nurs.

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Joseph

andrew

sabbath

#85 | Tight End | 6-5 | 240 | Sophomore

#43 | Linebacker | 6-0 | 230 | Sophomore

>> Shalimar, Fla. | Choctawhatchee HS

>> Miami, Fla. | Central HS

Athleticism will earn him time ... Perhaps the largest amount of potential among young linebackers on USF team.

2007: Worked in a reserve role. 2006: Utilized redshirt season.

2006: Redshirt season. CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Had 11 sacks among his 68 tackles in 2005 ... Also returned an interception for a touchdown ... Class 6A first team all-state ... All-Dade County in Miami Herald for Classes 4A-6A ... As a junior he had 95 tackles, six sacks, three fumble recoveries and two interceptions, including one for a touchdown ... Also blocked three kicks ... Ranked 10th-best senior in Miami by Miami Herald ... Played in Dade County All-Star Game and the Dade-Broward All-Star Game ... Coached by Tony Saunders. PERSONAL: Born December 29, 1987 in Miami, Fla. ... Raised by Marie Castor ... Two sisters, Jessica and Gabriel ... Two brothers, Daniel and Mario ... Cousin, Chris Paul Etienne, is a quarterback at Rutgers ... Majoring in broadcasting.

CHOCTAWHATCHEE HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 80th tight end in nation by Scout.com ... 32 catches for 455 yards as a senior ... All-area and All-Northwest Florida ... 15 receptions for 190 yards as a junior ... Team captain ... Three-year starter in football and basketball ... Averaged 15 points in basketball, where he was also all-area ... Coached by Bobby Moore. PERSONAL: Born November 24, 1987 in Ft. Walton Beach, Fla. ... Son of Carolyn and Terry Ketchel ... Father played football at Duke University from 1973-76 ... Has one brother.

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2007: Worked in a reserve role at linebacker ... Collected 14 tackles, all solo tackles ... Singlegame high of four tackles against Pitt ... Also had three tackles against Syracuse and UCF.

kelly richard

#39 | Fullback | 6-0 | 249 | Sophomore

>> > > Bushnell, Fla. | South Sumter HS

A Coach Leavitt favorite for his toughness ... Came in immediately and contributed during true-freshman season. 2007: Part of the true-freshman class that received time in 2007 ... Worked primarily on special teams, but also appeared at fullback in USF’s three-back set ... One carry for one yard against Louisville. SOUTH SUMTER HIGH SCHOOL: A first-team all-state choice in Class 2A, he had 1,200 yards on 145 carries, including 16 touchdowns ... Also a solid pass catcher, he had 15 receprecep tions for 285 yards with one TD ... Leesburg Daily Commercial Offensive Player of the Year ... Played in Florida North-South All-Star Game in Lakeland ... First team all-Lake/Sumter Counties by Orlando Sentinel Sentinel,, as well as second team all-Central Florida ... Ranked 15th-best fullback by Scout.com ... Team captain and a member of the FACA District 8 All-Star team ... Joins a long list of South Sumter players to choose USF, including former linebackers Ben Moffitt and Sam Miller ... Also recruited by Florida State and Alabama ... Coached by Inman Sherman. PERSONAL: Born October 3, 1987 in Leesburg, Fla. ... Son of Brenda Kelly ... Nicknamed “Lee-Lee.”

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l beri lUberiCe

a.J.

Kenneth

#5 | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 202 | Sophomore

#54 | Linebacker | 6-0 | 235 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Bradenton, Fla. | Southeast HS

>> Delray Beach, Fla. | Spanish River HS

Big, physical receiver who has spent off-season building his frame and working on creating separation from defenders ... Another reason USF is very excited about its young receiving corps ... Already a favorite target of QB Matt Grothe.

Redshirt freshman is a beast in the weight room ... One of the strongest defensive players in program history. 2007: Utilized redshirt season.

2007: Took advantage of opportunity to play when injuries depleted the wide receiving corps late in the season ... Displayed tremendous promise and earned a more prominent role for future seasons ... Ended the season with eight catches for 111 yards and one touchdown ... First career catch against Cincinnati ... Contributed three catches for 48 yards against Syracuse, also had 33-yard reception against Louisville ... Scored a fourth quarter touchdown and had 23 receiving yards in the Sun Bowl.

SPANISH RIVER HIGH SCHOOL: Played linebacker for Spanish River High ... Also wrestled in high school ... As a senior, 2006, he won districts and regionals in his weight class ... Elected to student government three times ... Honor roll three times. PERSONAL: Born August 6, 1987 ... Son of Frantz and Roselene Luberice ... Goes by the nickname â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ziggyâ&#x20AC;? ... Last name is pronounced Lube-reese.

2006: Utilized redshirt season. SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL: Excelled as a receiver and defensive back ... Teammate of USF defensive lineman David Fonua. PERSONAL: Born December 7, 1987 ... Raised by Debra and Anthony Love ... Has a twin sister, Angela, that attends Florida State ... One other sister, Alexis ... Cousin, Peter Warrick, was a standout at Florida State and in the NFL.

YEAR 2007

G-GS 7-0

REC 8

YDS 111

AVG 13.9

TD 1

LONG 36 at Syracuse

mCCaskill Keith

#91 | Defensive Tackle | 5-11 | 263 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Tallahassee, Fla. | Godby HS

Standout recruit will have opportunity to earn time in 2008. 2007: Utilized redshirt season ... Began working as a defensive tackle.

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A.J. Love

GODBY HIGH SCHOOL: Recorded 95 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, eight sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. during junior campaign as a defensive end ... Entered USF as a linebacking prospect ... Also received interest from N.C. State, Illinois and Ole Miss ... PERSONAL: Born September 11, 1987... Son of Phyllis and Nathaniel McCaskill ... Twin brother, Kevin, is also on the USF football team ... One other brother, Nevin.

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mCelwain

mCCaskill

shane

Kevin

#86 | Tight End | 6-4 | 251 | Junior

#66 | Offensive Center | 6-2 | 304 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Palm Beach, Fla. | Glades Central HS

>> Tallahassee, Fla. | Godby HS

With a year of workouts under his belt, he figures to challenge for a secondary spot on the offensive line.

2007: Served as a backup. 2006: Earned Defensive Golden Bull Award as top scout team player … Contributed on special teams and saw spot duty on defensive line … Had one tackle in nine appearances.

2007: Utilized redshirt season. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL: 95th-ranked prospect in Florida’s 2006 recruiting class by Orlando Sentinel ... Ranked 13th-best center in the nation by Rivals.com ... 23rd by Scout.com ... Chosen to play in CaliFlorida All-Star Game ...Third team all-state in Class 3A. PERSONAL: Born September 11, 1987 in Tallahassee ... Son of Phyllis and Nathaniel McCaskill ... Given name is Kevin Derell McCaskill ... Twin brother, Keith, is also on the USF football team ... One other brother, Nevin.

2005: Utilized his redshirt season. GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-conference and all-county … Outstanding hockey player, he played at Monarch High School in Colorado … Nominated for Pathfinder Award for most exceptional student at Central High … Did not take up football until senior year ... Played junior league hockey in Saskatchewan for two seasons with the Notre Dame Hounds, a program that boasts Tampa Bay Lightning star Vinny Lecavalier and Dallas Star Brad Richards as alumni … Trained as a freshman at the prestigious IMG Academy in Bradenton, where he played a little tennis with classmate Maria Sharapova … Coached by John Timmons. PERSONAL: Born October 1, 1986 in Monterey, Calif. ... Son of Rocky and Angela McElwain ... Last name is pronounced Mack-el-wayne.

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#97 | Nose Tackle | 6-3 | 306 | Sophomore

>> Pensacola, Fla. | Pensacola HS

Captivating talent hopes to secure a spot Bulls’ starting front line ... Will have opportunity to start alongside Aaron Harris and battle Sampson Genus for leading role. 2007: True freshman earned time in the regular rotation on the defense’s interior line ... Flashed a ton of potential and put name among favorites for starting time in 2008 ... Collected seven tackles, five solo and three tackles for loss ... Also recovered a fumble ... Collected a sack and fumble recovery against Syracuse. PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL: Class 3A first team all-state ... MVP in Max Emfinger Shreveport All-American Bowl Game ... Also won MVP of Pensacola East-West All-Star Game ... 44th-ranked defensive tackle by Rivals.com ... 63rd by Scout.com ... Rivals ranks 73rd among all positions in the state of Florida ... 65 tackles with eight sacks as a senior ... Also recruited by Alabama, Auburn, Florida, NC State and South Carolina. PERSONAL: Born July 20, 1988 ... Son of Perry and Lynn McClain ... One brother, Jerome, and one sister, Tiffany.

YEAR 2007

G-GS 11-0

UT 5

AT 2

TT 7

TFL 3-9

SACKS 0-0

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#70 | Offensive Line | 6-5 | 285 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Boca Raton, Fla. | West Boca Raton HS

2007: Utilized his redshirt season ... Moved from high school position of tight end to the offensive line. LEE HIGH SCHOOL: Named to Times-Union (Jacksonville) Super 24 Team for the greater Jacksonville area ... Had 100-plus tackles as a junior and senior ... 125 tackles in his senior season ... 46th at his position in the nation by Rivals.com. PERSONAL: Born August 27, 1987 in Jacksonville, Fla. ... Son of Alonzo and Kim McQueen.

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#27 | Linebacker | 6-2 | 235 | Senior

>> Riverview, Fla. | Riverview HS

One of the most productive linebackers in college football ... 250 tackles over the last two seasons - 2007 at USF and 2006 at Iowa State - is the most among all returning players in NCAA FBS ... Preseason candidate for Butkus Award, Nagurski Award and Lott Trophy ... Taken over leadership role on defense and during off-season workouts ... Regularly volunteers at Tampa area food bank, and also speaks to young students in hometown of Riverview. 2007: The Bulls’ leading tackler was named to the All-BIG EAST Second Team ... Transitioned from Big 12 to BIG EAST and continued to play at all-conference level ... Compiled a USF single-season record 121 tackles at strongside linebacker ... His total is remarkable because he split time with fellow LB Brouce Mompremier on passing downs and in nickel formation ... Collected 250 tackles, including 129 at Iowa State in 2006, during his last two seasons of football ... Tied a USF single-game record with 18 tackles in the season finale at Pitt ... Seven games with 10 tackles or more ... 78 of his tackles have been solo ... Also compiled 7.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries ... Also blocked a kick against Rutgers ... Did not have to sit out transfer year due to NCAA hardship waiver. 2006 (IOWA STATE): 2006 All-Big 12 Second Team selection ... Finished eighth in the nation with 10.75 tackles per game in 12 appearances ... Had 129 total tackles ... 9.5 tackles for loss with two sacks ... Also forced four fumbles and had one interception with a 17-yard

2005: Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year while he sat out his NCAA transfer season from Michigan State. 2004 (MICHIGAN STATE): Played in 11 games as a true freshman and was credited with three tackles. RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked among Florida’s top 50 prospects by the Tampa Tribune ... First-team All-Hillsborough County selection by the Tampa Tribune ... Second-team allcounty pick by the St. Petersburg Times ... Played in the Dec. 6 Hillsborough County All-Star Game in Raymond James Stadium ... Rushed for more than 1,400 yards and 16 touchdowns as a senior for coach Dan O’Regan at Riverview (Fla.) High School ... Averaged 7.7 yards per carry in 2003 ... Produced four 200-yard rushing games as a senior, including an 80-yard TD run ... Picked up 230 yards vs. Jefferson ... Rushed 20 times for 205 yards and four TDs vs. Brandon ... Had 165 yards and three TDs vs. King, scoring on runs of 4, 45 and 19 yards ... Suffered a broken leg in the second game of his junior year and missed the remainder of the 2002 season ... Qualified for the 2004 state 4A track championships in the 110 hurdles. PERSONAL: Born Dec. 11, 1985, in Queens, N.Y. ... Raised by Ruth McKenzie ... Father, Rupert passed away when Tyrone was nine ... Three sisters: Tonya, Regina and Kaitlin. YEAR 2004- MSU 2006 - ISU 2007 Total

G-GS 11-0 12-12 13-11 25-23

UT 2 58 78 138

AT 0 71 43 114

TT 2 129 121 252

TFL 0 9.5-32 7.5-30 17-62

SACKS 0 2-14 1.5-6 3.5-20

FF-FR 0 4-0 2-2 6-2

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return ... Started all 12 games at middle linebacker ... Had career-best 16 tackles vs. Northern Iowa ... Twice had 15 stops vs. Toledo and Oklahoma.

2008 GoU GoUsFBulls.com Coverage of McKenzie • 2008 Award Promotion:“Mr. Production” • A chronological video look at the McKenzie’s 250 tackles during 2007-08 seasons • McKenzie ranks his favorites and most memorable tackles the last two seasons • Behind the scenes journal • Weekly press conference video clips and quotes • Game-by-game highlights • Weekly press clippings • Extensive text and multimedia biography

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School USF Southern Miss Eastern Michigan Ohio State Miami (Ohio)

2007/2006 121/129 139/104 125/114 121/115 143/91

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#57 | Linebacker | 6-1 | 235 | Sophomore

#2 | Wide Receiver | 6-4 | 212 | Sophomore

>> Jacksonville, Fla. | Lee HS

>> Lutz, Fla. | Gaither HS

Began spring ball as top option at middle linebacker ... Remains in the mix for significant time at LB ... Will compete head-to-head with fellow Jacksonville native Kion Wilson and Chris Robinson for the lone starting spot open alongside Tyrone McKenzie and Brouce Mompremier.

The top deep threat on the USF team and arguably the fastest player ... Riveting sprinting speed from background in track ... Competed on USF track team during the spring of 2007 ... Great attitude and work ethic ... Rare combination of size and speed ... Could push for conference awards.

2007: Worked in backup role.

2007: A rising star with as much talent as any receiver to come through USF ... Set USF freshman records for receptions (37), receiving yards (537), and was one shy of tying the touchdown record of five ... The previous freshman record for receptions was 28 and yards was 469 by Johnny Peyton in 2004 ... Only receiver on the 2007 squad to record a 100-yard receiving game – he had two ... Went for 107 yards against UCF and 110 against Cincinnati ... Also second on the team in yards per reception at 14.5 ... Made SportsCenter’s “Top-10 Plays” on the night of the West Virginia game (Sept. 28) after his 55-yard catch and score against the Mountaineers ... Mitchell tip-toed the sideline after catching the ball on a crossing route before easily scoring ... It was his first career TD ... Single-game high seven receptions against Cincinnati ... Also had four rushes for 17 yards ... An accomplished track athlete that is considered the fastest player on the football team ... Runs the 400 and competes in long jump for the USF track team.

2006: Utilized redshirt season. LEE HIGH SCHOOL: Named to Times-Union (Jacksonville) Super 24 Team for the greater Jacksonville area ... Had 100-plus tackles as a junior and senior ... 125 tackles in his senior season ... 46th at his position in the nation by Rivals.com. PERSONAL: Born August 27, 1987 in Jacksonville, Fla. ... Son of Alonzo and Kim McQueen.

2006: Impressed while he used his redshirt season. GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL: 19th-best player in Tampa Bay area by St. Petersburg Times ... Ranked 64th best player in Florida by Rivals.com and 55th best receiver in the nation ... 87th-best player in Florida according to Scout.com ... Honorable mention all-county in Tampa Tribune ... Had nine catches for 207 yards as a junior ... Three-year letterman in football and basketball. PERSONAL: Born April 6, 1988 in Gainesville, Fla. ... Son of Angela Mitchell and Carl Mitchell, who played pro basketball in Europe ... Mother Angela is the “cut-man” for boxer Antonio Tarver ... Has one sister.

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#3 | Cornerback | 6-1 | 185 | Junior

#53 | Linebacker | 6-1 | 230 | Senior

>> Elizabeth, N.J. | Elizabeth HS

>> Miami, Fla. | Edison HS >

Another linebacker that has stepped up and taken leadership role since the graduation of Ben Moffitt ... Defensive leader along with Tyrone McKenzie and Carlton Williams ... Underrated player that will be put in more prominent role this season ... High school teammate of Marc Dile. 2007: Third on the team with 83 tackles in his first year as a starter at weakside linebacker ... Started 12 of 13 games ... Seven or more tackles in eight games ... Six tackles for loss and one interception ... Also forced one fumble and recovered another ... Career high 12 tackles, including one for a loss, against Auburn ... Reached double figures with 11 tackles against UConn. 2006: Five tackles in 11 games ... Shoulder injury limited late season activity. 2005: Had five tackles in nine game appearances. EDISON HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 13th top OLB prospect in nation by Rivals.com ... 22nd overall prospect in state according to Tampa Tribune, Orlando Sentinel and the Miami Herald ... Ranked 31st by St. Petersburg Times ... Ranked sixth by Miami Herald among Dade County prospects ... Ranking him among strong safety prospects in Florida, the Florida Times Union placed him fifth ... Played in Florida-California All-Star Game ... Two-time Class 5A first team all-state ... 129 tackles with six sacks as a senior ... 118 tackles with 12.5 sacks in his junior season ... Teammate of USF player Marc Dile and former Bull Richard Clebert. PERSONAL: Born October 6, 1985 in Miami ... Son of Ana and Foch Mompremier ... Three brothers: Emmanuel, Ricardo and Jordan ... One sister, Jordan ... Another USF player that is of Haitian descent ... Name is pronounced Bruce Mom-pre-meer.

Another Bull with blazing speed ... The top kickoff return threat on the team ... Penciled in as starter at cornerback ... Played primarily as nickel back in 2007 ... Just completed his best off-season in the weight room. 2007: The Bulls’ top option at nickel back in 2007 ... One of the team’s fastest players ... Coaches love his play-making ability ... Forced two fumbles and intercepted two passes during his first season of regular time ... Also returns kicks for USF, averaging 24.3 yards per attempt ... His longest return of the season was 59 yards against Auburn to set up the Bulls’ final score in regulation ... Ended up 19 yards shy of breaking the USF single-season record for return years ... Piled up 560 yards on 23 kickoff returns ... Broke the century mark for return yards against Auburn (111) and UConn (121) ... Also returned two punts ... Singlegame high for tackles was seven against West Virginia ... Also forced a fumble against the Mountaineers ... Five pass breakups ... Forced a fumble on the opening kickoff of the game against Cincinnati that led to a three-yard touchdown by Nate Allen. 2006: 20 tackles and a fumble recovery in 13 games ... Season-high five tackles came in season opener vs. McNeese State ... Fumble recovery came vs. Syracuse. 2005: Utilized his redshirt season. ELIzABETH HIGH SCHOOL: Second team all-state ... All-county ... 89 tackles and eight interceptions as a senior ... 580 receiving yards with seven touchdowns ... Also had one defensive touchdown ... Played basketball and ran track ... Coached by Geoffrey Weiner ... His high school defensive coordinator – Jamil Jackson – played for current USF assistant coach Rich Rachel at Rutgers. PERSONAL: Born January 13, 1987 in Elizabeth, N.J. ... Son of Lorraine Murphy and Douglas Lee ... Has an older brother, Kieon.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 9-0 11-0 13-12 33-12

UT 3 3 56 62

AT 2 2 27 31

TT 5 5 83 93

TFL 0-0 0-0 6-20 6-20

SACKS 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

INT-YDS 0-0 0-0 1-17 1-17

FR-FF 0-0 0-0 1-1 1-1

YEAR 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 13-0 12-1 25-1

UT 14 30 44

AT 6 7 13

TT 20 37 57

TFL 1-1 1-11 2-12

SACKS 0-0 0-0 0-0

INT-YDS 0-0 2-0 2-0

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#88 | Defensive End | 6-6 | 240 | Sophomore

>> West Palm Beach, Fla. | Palm Beach Central HS A former tight end, who moved to defensive end in the spring ... Coaches fell in love with his athleticism and ability as a speed rusher ... Physical presence that is just finally growing into his body. 2007: Earned time in eight games at tight end as a reserve ... Had one catch in the Sun Bowl.

#38 | Fullback | 6-0 | 234 | Junior

>> Cape Coral, Fla. | Cape Coral HS

2007: Worked in a reserve role ... One carry for six yards against UCF. 2006: Shared the Green & Gold Pride award with Ben Williams as the top walk-on players. 2005: Worked on scout team while utilizing his redshirt season. PERSONAL: Born March 1, 1986 ... Proud son of Lisa ... One brother, Tyler ... Named to BIG EAST All-Academic Team in 2006 ... High school teammate of Taurus Johnson and Nate Allen ... Last name is pronounced Puh-dill-uh.

2007: Utilized redshirt season. PALM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Honorable mention all-county in Ft. Lauderdale SunSentinel ... High school program was in just its third season in 2005 ... Had five catches for 40 yards for a team that completed just 50 of 135 attempts on the season. PERSONAL: Born September 9, 1988 ... Last name is pronounced Oh-Co-lee ... Raised by Carmelle Marcelin ... Three sisters Alexandra, Francesca and Stefania ... Last name is of

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#35 | Cornerback | 5-10 | 180 | Senior

>> Pensacola, Fla. | Woodham HS

Walk-on ran a 4.4 40-yard dash during open tryouts to earn a spot on the team and should contribute in reserve role at defensive back and on special teams. 2007: Worked in a reserve role. PERSONAL: Born January 18, 1986 ... Cousin of running back Shawn Cannon ... One brother, Courtney, and two sisters, Amanda and Brittany ... Raised by Danita Perkins.

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#36 | Punter | 5-11 | 203 | Sophomore

#3| Running Back | 5-9 | 200 | Junior

>> Tampa, Fla. | Tampa Bay Tech HS

>> Naples, Fla. | Barron Collier HS

One of the strongest players in the program ... Turned in top weight lifting numbers after the winter season ... Set several all-time USF lifting records for specialist. 2007: Utilized redshirt season. 2006: Had one punt for 25 yards for the Bulls. TAMPA BAY TECH HIGH SCHOOL: Two-time all-state punter in Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Class 4A ... Also named twice to Tampa Tribuneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-Hillsborough county team ... Had 34 punts for a 50.1 average in 2005 senior season. PERSONAL: Born October 27, 1987 in Plovdiv, Bulgaria ... Son of Valeri and Sonia Petrov ... Name is pronounced Eel-ee-uh Pet-trof.

Tough luck player who was the starting running back at the beginning of the 2006 season and has battled injuries since ... Limited effectiveness in 2007 due to knee injury ... Missed 2008 spring game after injuring his elbow ... Returned to full strength during summer workouts. 2007: Successfully returned from ACL injury suffered in 2006 season opener ... Rushed 10 times for 17 yards in crowded backfield ... Single game high eight rushes for 16 yards against Syracuse. 2006: Had four carries for 26 yards, including a 16-yard effort on his final attempt before a torn ACL ended his season during the opening drive of the McNeese State game ... Was granted a medical hardship redshirt for the season. 2005: Gained great insight into USF offense as a redshirt and took plenty of reps with the number one offense in the spring. BARRON COLLIER HIGH SCHOOL: Class 5A honorable mention all-state ... Finished second in Southwest Florida with 1,661 rushing yards on 193 carries ... Scored 16 rushing touchtouch downs ... Had 362 yards on 27 carries with one touchdown in 35-0 win over Gulf Coast ... 362 yards was school and county record ... 211-yard game on 17 carries with three touchdowns in 48-7 win over Golden Gate ... Ran for four TDs and 173 yards in 56-0 victory against Palmetto Ridge ... Had 23 carries for 159 yards and two touchdowns in win over Cape Coral ... 1,454 yards as a junior when he was third team all-state ... Also ran track. PERSONAL: Born January 9, 1987 in Naples, Fla. ... Son of Ilana and Wilson Plancher ... The youngest of four brothers ... Name is pronounced Moses PLAN-chur.

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#80 | Wide Receiver | 6-0 | 175 | Redshirt Freshman

#92 | Nose Tackle | 6-3 | 260 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Pensacola, Fla. | Woodham HS

>> Mayo, Fla. | Lafayette HS 2007: Utilized redshirt season.

2007: Utilized redshirt season.

LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-state in Class A...78 tackles, including 16 for losses ... Eight sacks ... Most Outstanding Defensive Player and a co-captain on team ... Attended same high school as USF receiver Marcus Edwards ... Coached by Joey Pearson ... Lettered four times in football and three in basketball ... Cousin of NFL first round pick Reggie McGrew ... Recruited by Cincinnati, East Carolina and Southern Miss.

WOODHAM HIGH SCHOOL: First team all-Northwest Florida in Pensacola News Journal ... Nominated for Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s High School Heisman ... Played in Pensacola East-West All-Star Game ... 30 catches for 500 yards in senior season ... 48 catches for 860 yards as a junior ... Also accomplished in track & field as a junior ... 45-1/2 in triple jump (5th in region) and 6-4 high jump (5th in region) ... Coached by Mike Smith.

PERSONAL: Born July 22, 1989 ... Raised by Dennis and Priscilla Powe ... Two sisters: Kimberly and Monica ... Last name is pronounced Po.

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#44 | Tight End | 6-2 | 276 | Sophomore

>> Tampa, Fla. | Jefferson HS

Granted NCAA waiver and is eligible to play this season ... Worked on offensive line, d-line and at tight end during spring ball ... Appears to have settled in at tight end. PRIOR TO USF: Spent two seasons at Florida ... Redshirted in 2006 and did not receive significant playing time in 2007. JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL: Pupello was a two-way player at Jefferson HS in Tampa ... Ranked in the top-40 of the 2006 Rivals.com Florida Top 100 prospects list and was rated No. 17 at his position nationally ... 10 sacks as a junior and led the Dragons to the Class 3A state championship game, Jeffersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second title game appearance in three years. PERSONAL: Born November 10, 1987 ... Father, John Pupello, was an offensive lineman at Florida from 1974-76 ... Last name is pronounced Pup-PELL-oh.

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#49 | Linebacker | 6-3 | 245| Junior

#6 | Cornerback | 6-1 | 190 | Senior

>> Bunnell, Fla. | Flagler Palm Coast HS

> Orlando, Fla. | Edgewater HS >>

Penciled in alongside Jerome Murphy at cornerback ... Senior has been reliable backup to Mike Jenkins and Trae Williams the last three seasons ... Knack for making big plays ... Teammates love to play with him because he has constant energy and is always talking.

Boatload of athletic ability in NFL ready frame ... After playing a lot as a redshirt freshman, injuries kept him out of the regular rotation ... Spent some time at defensive end before returning to linebacker during 2008 spring practices.

2007: Worked primarily as a backup corner ... Earned significant minutes in every game ... Recovered a fumble at Auburn ... Recorded 17 tackles, 15 solo, and two pass breakups ... Single-game high of five tackles against UConn ... Started against Cincinnati.

2007: Successfully transitioned from linebacker to defensive end ... Battled injury early in the season but returned to play in 11 games ... Collected nine tackles, three quarterback hurries and one pass breakup.

2006: 25 tackles, including one sack ... Had first career interception in UConn win...Sack came among four tackles in Syracuse win ... Four pass breakups on the season.

2006: Played in all 13 games, but did all of his damage as a super-sub ... Finished second on the team with seven sacks, among his nine tackles for loss ... 28 total tackles ... Caused a huge fumble to give USF its first TD at seventh-ranked West Virginia when George Selvie scooped it up and ran it in ... Forced fumble came on sack of Pat White ... Also forced a fumble on a sack to seal the win at UCF on the Knightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; final down of the game ... Four forced fumbles ties USF record (Ben Moffitt, 2005, George Selvie 2006) ... West Virginia performance came when he was forced into LB role when Pat St. Louis went out with a knee and ankle injury in the first quarter ... Had five tackles in the game.

2005: One of five true freshmen to play for USF, he was a regular on special teams ... Impressed coaches with his skills at corner and they got him some playing time at various points in the season, including the season opener at Penn State when he had two pass breakups ... Played in all 12 games and had nine tackles and four pass breakups ... Had season-high three tackles vs. Louisville. EDGEWATER HIGH SCHOOL: Class 6A first team all-state ... Ranked as 91st-best prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel ... Three-star prospect on Rivals.com and ranked as the 51st best corner prospect in the nation and 72nd ranked player at any position in Florida ... Had 113 tackles in two varsity seasons, including 73 as a senior ... Also had five career interceptions ... Had two interceptions in Florida vs. California All-Star Game.

2005: Utilized his redshirt season.

PERSONAL: Born June 12, 1987 in Orlando ... Son of Valerie Roberts ... Two famous cousins, Tracy McGrady of the Houston Rockets and Phillip Buchanon of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

PERSONAL: Born January 26, 1987 ... Son of Clarence and Patricia Robinson.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 12-0 13-0 12-1 37-1

UT 6 18 17 41

AT 3 7 2 12

TT 9 25 19 53

TFL 0-0 2.5-23 0-0 2.5-23

SACKS 0-0 1-14 0-0 1-14

INT-YDS 0-0 1-13 0-0 1-13

PBU 4 4 4 12

PALM COAST HIGH SCHOOL: Had 57 tackles and three interceptions as a senior ... 15 catches for 350 yards as a tight end ... Had nine touchdowns as a senior with two interceptions, three rushing and four receiving ... Also played basketball and baseball.

YEAR 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 13-0 11-0 24-0

UT 22 6 28

AT 6 2 8

TT 28 8 36

TFL 9-68 0-0 9-68

SACKS 7-61 0-0 7-61

INT-YDS 0-0 0-0 0-0

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#20 | Running Back | 5-10 | 177 | Sophomore

#65 | Offensive Guard | 6-5 | 320 | Senior

>> Belle Glade, Fla. | Glades Central HS

>> Boca Raton, Fla. | Kansas State | Boca Raton HS

Suffered shoulder injury during spring that could linger into preseason ... One of the most electrifying athletes on the team ... Burner speed makes him a valuable option in number of spots ... Coaches would like to use him in the slot as a receiver as well this season.

Hard-nosed player that earned second team All-BIG EAST honors last season ... The only Bull represented on the conference offensive teams ... Biggest talker on offensive line ... Former transfer has proven invaluable to USF.

2007: Earned playing time in 10 games ... One of the most explosive offensive weapons on USF team ... The fastest running back on the team, owns all-time USF running back record with 4.42 40-yard dash ... Rushed 18 times for 167 yards ... Earned more reps late in the season ... First career 100-yard game came on two carries for 101 against Syracuse ... First run vs. the Orange went for 75 yards ... Also had four receptions for 21 yards.

2007: All-BIG EAST Second Team selection ... Known around league for his nasty streak ... Started all 13 games and was one of the most consistent players on the offensive line ... Graded out at 66 percent ... Recorded 64 knockdowns with a single-game high of eight against UConn, Syracuse and FAU.

2006: Earned Offensive Golden Bull Award as the top scout team player, while utilizing his redshirt season. GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Second team all-state in 2005 in Class 3A ... Ran for 1,553 yards in senior season for a 119-yard per game average ... 8.2 yards per carry ... Had 21 touchdowns ... Ran for 253 yards and two touchdowns on just 13 carries at Jensen Beach ... Just three days earlier in a make-up game against Palm Beach Central, he ran for 141 yards and four touchdowns ... Had 133 yards against Riverdale ... Carried for 128 yards in state semi-finals loss to Sarasota Booker ... 126-yard effort against Clewiston. PERSONAL: Born October 5, 1987... Younger brother of former Bull Jamaal Jenkins ... Born October 5, 1987 in Pahokee, Fla. ... Son of Travella and Anthony Samuels.

YEAR 2007

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AVG TD LONG 8.0 0 75 at Syracuse

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2006: Had to wait for waiver of transfer rule before he could see first action in the fourth game of the year at Kansas ... Played backup role at center and guard in that game and Rutgers one week later, before starting final eight games at right guard. 2005 (KANSAS STATE): Was projected to be the starting center, but sustained a seasonending injury in preseason camp and did not see any playing time. 2004 (KANSAS STATE): Utilized a redshirt season as a true freshman. BOCA RATON HIGH SCHOOL: A two-year starter at Boca Raton High School ... Prepstar All-Southeast region selection ... Named to the Florida Class 4A all-state second team ... Selected by the Palm Beach Post as its 2003 Lineman of the Year ... Also a first team allconference, all-area and all-county honoree ... Recorded over 35 pancake blocks as a senior ... Coached by Rick Swain. PERSONAL: Born August 30, 1986, in Boynton Beach, Fla. ... Son of Steve and Tammy Schmidt ... Has one sister and one brother.

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#95 | Defensive End | 6-4 | 245 | Junior

>> Pensacola, Fla. | Pine Forest HS

One of the faces of the USF program ... The first ever consensus All-American in school history ... Arguably the most accomplished returning defensive player, along with Ohio State’s James Laurinaitis ... National leader in career tackles for loss (46.5) and second in sacks (20) ... On nearly every preseason All-American list ... A candidate for Lombardi, Nagurski, Bednarik, Hendricks and Lott Trophy ... High motor athlete ... Coaches call him the best practice player on the team ... Intensity in practice sets a standard for his drive during games ... A solid citizen off the field ... Participates in every community service opportunity around the athletics department and football program ... Gained weight steadily during the off-season ... Quiet and humble nature comes from his upbringing in a military family. 2007: Consensus First Team All-American (AFCA, AP, ESPN.com, FWAA, Walter Camp, Rivals, CBSSportsline.com) ... 2007 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year ... Followed in footsteps of Warren Sapp, Terrell Suggs and Julius Peppers by winning the Bill Willis Award, which is given annually to the top defensive lineman by the Touchdown Club of Columbus ... Named Tampa Amateur Male Athlete of the Year by the Sports Club of Tampa Bay ... Also a finalist for the Ted Hendricks Award and the Bronko Nagurski Trophy ... Posted the greatest defendefen sive season in USF history ... Led the country with 31.5 tackles for loss and needed just one more to break the NCAA record ... TFL total established new USF and BIG EAST single-season records ... Also ranked second in sacks with 14.5 after leading the country in the category for the majority of the season ... Tied for the USF career record with 20 sacks through 26 career games ... Collected three or more TFL in six games ... 59 total tackles, 46 solo, three forced fumbles, 13 quarterback hurries and one blocked kick ... Established USF single game records with six tackles for loss and four sacks in the season opener against Elon ... Did not slow down the next week with 3.5 TFL and 1.5 sacks against Auburn ... Named Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week after recording five TFL and three sacks in a win against North Carolina ... Collected eight tackles, two for loss, and one sack in win over West Virginia ... Also had four TFL outings against UCF and Cincinnati, while collecting three against Syracuse.

GEORGE SELVIE Larry English Mitch King Matt Shaughnessy Terrill Byrd

USF Northern Illinois Iowa Wisconsin Cincinnati

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Larry English GEORGE SELVIE Phillip Hunt Jan Jorgensen Dexter Davis

Northern Illinois USF Houston BYU Arizona State

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2006: Started all 13 games at right end and led all linemen (third overall on team) with 84 tackles, 15 for loss and 5.5 sacks ... Eight tackles, including 3.5 for loss, a nine-yard TD recovery and a forced fumble in the WVU win ... Season-high 10 tackles at Cincinnati ... Two sacks vs. Florida International ... Nine tackles in wins over FIU and North Carolina ... USF’s Defensive Rookie of the Year ... Named a freshman All-American by The Sporting News as well as to the publication’s BIG EAST all-freshman team ... He was the National Defensive and the BIG EAST Player of the Week after USF’s win at West Virginia. 2005: Utilized redshirt season ... Won USF’s Overachiever Award for his outstanding work in the strength and conditioning program. PINE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL: Class 3A second team all-state ... 55 tackles with six sacks ... Super Senior in Pensacola News Journal ... Emerald Coast all-star ... Coached by Jerry Pollaro ... Also participated in weightlifting. PERSONAL: Born March 6, 1987 ... Son of George and Twana Selvie ... Moved several times while following father’s military career during childhood ... A Buick rolled off a car jack and onto his head as a infant ... Still has a dent in his head from the accident to this day ... ReRe cruited to play center but was shifted to defensive end during first season in green and gold.

YEAR 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 13-13 13-13 26-26

UT 56 46 102

AT 28 13 41

TT 84 59 143

TFL 15-56 31.5-139 46.5-195

SACKS 5.5-24 14.5-87 20-111

QBH 9 13 22

FF-FR 4-2 3-0 7-2

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ssetser etser eric

#67 | Long Snapper | 6-1 | 230 | Junior

s sherman Jason

#1 | Wide Receiver | 6-4 | 207 | Sophomore

>> Richwood, Ohio | North Union HS

>> Jacksonville, Fla. | First Coast HS

Former walk-on earned a scholarship this fall ... Earned Big Academic Award Winner in 2006 and 2007.

2007: Redshirt freshman played in a reserve role ... First career reception was a 16-yard pickup against Louisville ... Pressed into regular rotation in final three regular-season games as the Bullsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide receiving corps battled injuries.

2007: One of the unsung heroes of the USF team ... The Bulls long snapper for the majority of the last two seasons, including the last 21 games. 2006: Took over for an injured Ryan Bourdeau four games into the season and handled all long snapping chores throughout final nine games ... Named to the BIG EAST Academic All-Star Team in 2006. 2005: A walk-on, he utilized a redshirt season. NORTH UNION HIGH SCHOOL: Played three sports in high school and earned four football letters ,three baseball letters and two basketball letters .... Captain in all three sports his senior season ... Started as snapper for four years, linebacker for three years and tight end three years ... Recorded over 90 tackles his senior year ... Received multiple conference honors in football and received the Ohio VFW Student Athlete of the Year Award in 2004 ... trained under Shane Hackney and was invited to his Snapping Super Stars College Invitational Camp as a junior and senior ... Ranked by Ray Guy Prokicker.com as a Top College Longsnapper Prospect his junior year and ranked in the top 10 his senior year ...

2006: Spent season contributing on scout team while utilizing his redshirt. FIRST COAST HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked 52nd among wide receivers nationally by Rivals.com and the 62nd best player in Florida ... A solid basketball player, he picked up football in his senior season ... Climbed 27 spots in Rivals rankings from pre-season to post-season ... Had 16 receptions for 450 yards and three touchdowns in senior season ... Coached by Marty Lee ... Runs a 4.4 40-yard dash. PERSONAL: Born March 27, 1988 in Los Angeles, Calif. ... Raised by Sandra Weston ... Three siblings: Leon, Jamica and Tanesha ... Given name is Jason Peter Sherman ... Nicknamed J. Sherm.

PERSONAL: Born December 14, 1985 ... Raised by Terry and Debra ... One sister, Amber ... A member of the National Honor Society in high school.

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Jamar

#64 | Offensive Tackle | 6-5 | 285 | Sophomore

#33 | Running Back | 5-9 | 200 | Sophomore

>> Winter Park, Fla. | Winter Park HS

Entered spring as the top option to replace Walt Walker at right tackle ... Did nothing to hurt chances during spring ... Intelligent athlete that has been a sponge since stepping on campus ... Good footwork and tremendous work ethic.

>> Lakeland, Fla. | Lakeland HS

Among the most exciting athletes on the team ... Part of the talented running back trio along with Mike Ford and Ben Williams that should carry the bulk of the load in 2008 ... Unique combination of size and speed ... Spent spring of 2007 at Alabama before transferring to USF and receiving a hardship waiver to compete during 2007 season.

2007: Worked in a backup role. 2006: Worked on scout team and utilized his redshirt season. WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL: Class 6A third team all-state in 2005 ... Captain of the 2005 Metro District and 6A, Region I Champion Winter Park team ... A two-way starter on each line ... Helped lead team to 12-2 record in 2005 and state semi-finals in 6A ... Lost to eventual state champions on a field goal as time expired ... Played offensive and defensive lines in 2005 Central Florida All-Star Game ... Led team in sacks and tackles for loss ... First team all-Metro, all-Orange County and all-Friday Night Football ... Second team all-Central Florida...Named teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outstanding Offensive Lineman and Most Valuable Defensive Player. PERSONAL: Born February 24, 1988 ... High school grade point average of 3.9 ... Sprint Scholar-Athlete.

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2007: Third-string running back played a significant role for USF ... True freshman rushed for 147 yards on 47 carries and two touchdowns ... Eight receptions for 71 yards, including a 34-yard catch against Syracuse ... Played in all 13 games, started against UCF ... Single game high of 58 yards rushing against West Virginia, including a 19-yard touchdown run in win over the Mountaineers ... Popped off a 54-yard run against UConn. LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL: A hard-running fullback rushed for 1,062 yards and 13 touchdowns his senior year ... Sun Sentinel Top 100 in the state of Florida ... No. 9 running back ... FSWA Third Team ... All-county first team ... Class 5A third team all-state ... Lakeland Ledger first team all-county ... Originally signed and participated in 2007 spring drills at Alabama ... received an NCAA waiver to immediately play at USF. PERSONAL: Born February 23, 1988 ... Raised by Leatah Mae Jones and Willie Taylor ... Two sister: Leanna and Shaquita ... One brother, Shadrick.

YEAR 2007

G-GS 12-1

ATT YDS 47 140

AVG TD 3.0 2

LONG 54 at UConn

REC 8

YDS TD 71 0

#31 | Defensive Back | 5-11 | 190 | Freshman

>> Jacksonville, Fla. | Mandarin HS

2007: Enrolled in USF for the spring semester of 2008 and participated in workouts and practices. MANDARIN HIGH SCHOOL: Florida Times Union Super 11 and Super 24 pick ... Top 24 players are selected postseason, while Super 11 are a preseason team ... Had 90 tackles with five sacks in 2006 ... Two interceptions and one fumble recovery ... First team all-First Coast...52nd at his position by Rivals.com and 82nd overall in Florida ... Ranked 76th nationally at his position by Scout.com and 93rd overall prospect in Florida ... Four-year letterman ... Team defensive MVP and Most Athletic as a senior ... Coached by J.D. Hall. PERSONAL: Born September 7, 1988 ... Son of Ray Sinclair, who played running back for the Seattle Seahawks and Davidson College ... Mom is Michele Sinclair ... Brother Gerard is a linebacker at South Carolina ... Cousin Roderick Brown played for N.C. State and Arizona Cardinals, while another cousin, Roosevelt Williams, played for Tuskegee, Chicago Bears, Washington Redskins and Cleveland Browns.

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Danny

Justin

#17 | Safety | 5-11 | 207 | Senior

#27 | Kicker | 5-11 | 186 | Senior

>> Merritt Island, Fla. | Merritt Island HS

>> Palmetto, Fla. | Palmetto HS

2007: Handled kickoffs for a majority of the season ... Also punted in the season opener ... Kicked off 72 times averaging 61.6 yards per attempt and producing 12 touchbacks. 2006: Had 57 kickoffs with 15 touchbacks and no out-of-bound kicks ... 45 punts for a 38.2 average and a long of 61 ... Placed eight inside the 20 ... Five punts for 44-yard average played key role at West Virginia ... Ran twice for first downs on fake punts vs. Pitt, each leading to a USF touchdown on the ensuing series ... Attempted one additional fake, but failed at Cincinnati.

Returning to team and expected to push for time at both safety positions with Carlton Williams and Nate Allen ... Bulls basically enter the season with three starters ... A coach on the field ... Delved into game planning and film study while sitting out the 2007 season ... A regular in the defensive staff room during the off-season. 2007: Sat out season.

2004: Utilized redshirt season.

2006: Started first four games at free safety before Carlton Williams won the job for games five through 11 ... Returned to starting role at West Virginia in regular season finale and against ECU in Papajohns.com Bowl ... Forced a crucial fumble at the 1-yard line in the West Virginia game ... Continued to see considerable snaps, even as backup ... Also played on special teams units ... 39 tackles on the season ... Interception against North Carolina with a 26-yard return.

PERSONAL: Born August 24, 1985 ... Raised by Bobby and Debra ... One sister, Britney.

2005: Claimed a medical redshirt season after broken foot ended his season before it started.

2005: Handled all kickoff duties since the third game of the season ... Had 50 kickoffs with 11 touchbacks.

2004: Made seven starts and appeared in all 11 games as a true freshman...Fourth on the team with 57 tackles, including six for losses, with two sacks...Had season-high nine tackles, including one of his sacks at Cincinnati ...Had a crucial fumble recovery at the goal line in USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win at UAB.

tolley Danny

#75 | Offensive Tackle | 6-6 | 300 | Junior

>> Wesley Chapel, Fla. | Wesley Chapel HS

MERRITT ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL: A utility player, he earned Class 4A second team all-state in that role while playing quarterback and defensive back ... Passed for 1,531 yards and ran for 1,015 as a senior ... First-ever player in Merritt Island High history to start four straight years ... Brevard County Defensive Player of the Year in Orlando Sentinel and also a member of that paperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-Central Florida team ... Ranked 68th-best prospect in Florida by Sentinel ... Second team all-state as a junior as well ... Runs a 4.41 40-yard dash ... Coached by Paul Friel. PERSONAL: Born October 5, 1985 in Cocoa Beach, Fla. ... Son of Tim and Chris Verpaele ... Given name is Daniel Verpaele ... Enjoys fishing and basketball ... Last name is pronounced VUR-pail ... Brother, Kevin Verpaele, was a standout for the Bulls from 2000-03

2007: Worked in a reserve role. 2006: Started the Florida International game at right tackle ... Played in 11 games. 2005: Impressed as a redshirt freshman. WESLEY CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL: Class 3A first team all-state ... Ranked as 79th-best prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel ... First-team all-Pasco County in Tampa Tribune ... Second team All-Suncoast in St. Petersburg Times, who also ranked him as the eighth best prospect in the Tampa Bay area ... First team all-county and second team all-Suncoast as a junior ... Started every game as a sophomore, junior and senior ... Made three state playoff appearances.

YEAR 2004 2005 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 11-7 Redshirt 13-5 DNP 24-12

UT 25

AT 32

TT 57

TFL 5-13

SACKS INT-YDS PBU 2-9. 0-0 1

1-1

0-0

1-26

6-14 2-9

1-26

PERSONAL: Born January 31, 1987 in Tampa, Fla. ... Given name is Daniel David Tolley ... Son of Linda and David Tolley.

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alton

#3 | Quarterback | 6-2 | 225 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Holiday, Fla. | Gulf HS

#55 | Offensive Line | 6-4 | 320 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Panama City, Fla. | Bay HS

Showed potentials in spurts during 2008 spring game ... Needs to focus on pocket passing to add to above average scrambling ability.

2007: Utilized redshirt season ... Enrolled at USF in January 2007 and participated in spring practice.

2007: Utilized his redshirt season.

BAY HIGH SCHOOL: Class 3A honorable mention all-state ... All-county as a junior and senior ... 58 tackles with six sacks as a senior ... 32-0 as a senior in wrestling, he finished sixth in the state as a junior...Two-time district champ ... Also accomplished in shot put and discus ... Won district and regional titles in both events three times ... Had 10 varsity letters in football, wrestling and track and field.

GULF HIGH SCHOOL: A dual-threat quarterback ... Ranked 61st-best prospect in Florida by Orlando Sentinel Sentinel’s Bill Buchalter ... Ranked 26th-best QB in country and 100th overall prospect in Florida by Rivals.com ... Scout.com ranked him 36th top QB in country ... Outstanding two-way player in high school at quarterback and defensive back ... 1,600 passing and 600 rushing yards in 2006 ... With tremendous offensive numbers in senior season, he was named to St. Petersburg Times all-Suncoast Team as a first team defensive back ... Led his team in interceptions and sacks and he blocked eight kicks ... An all-Pasco County player in the Tampa Tribune and St. Petersburg Times ... Named all-Suncoast first team as a junior by the St. Petersburg Times in the utility position ... Voss ran for 1,104 yards and 13 touchdowns and threw for 1,314 and 13 scores while propelling a team that won only two games the previous season to within one win of the playoffs ... He saw time at defensive end, defensive tackle, linebacker, defensive back, kick returner and on the punt team ... Threw for 1,152 yards and ran for 500 as a sophomore, when he threw seven TD passes ... Coached by Jay Fulmer.

PERSONAL: Born September 20, 1987 ... One of seven children to Gloria and Jimmy Warren .

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PERSONAL: Born September 9, 1988 in Detroit, Mich. ... Given name is Alton William Voss IV ... Son of Debra Voss.

#16 | Cornerback | 5-10 | 183 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Fort Myers, Fla. | North Fort Myers HS

Along with Tyller Roberts, the Fort Myers native will push for time this fall at cornerback ... Impressed defensive staff during the spring season ... Tremendous amount of talent and natural instinct for position.

walsh alsh Michael

#68 | Long Snapper | 5-10 | 205 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Tampa, Fla. | Plant HS 2007: Utilized his redshirt season.

H.B. PLANT HIGH SCHOOL: Was a member of the 2006 Plant Panther State Championship team ... Lettered in football three times ... Plant’s starting long snapper ... Member of the National Honors Society ... All county honorable mention. PERSONAL: Born December 18, 1988 ... Son of Steve and Dorthy Walsh.

2007: Utilized his redshirt year. NORTH FT. MYERS HIGH SCHOOL: Had 12 interceptions (231 yards) with four touchdowns in 2006, including five games with two interceptions in each ... Had two interceptions for touchdowns (both for 33 yards) against Cape Coral Baker on September 15, 2006 ... Caught a 53-yard TD pass and returned an interception for a 45-yard TD against Cape Coral Mariner on October 20, 2006 ... Had 20-yard interception return for a TD against Charlotte High on November 3, 2006 ... Second team all-state in Class 5A ... First team all-district and all-conference ... MVP of Lee County North-South All-Star Game ... 57 tackles, one fumble recovery and 11 passes defended in 2006 ... 26 receptions for 474 yards with five touchdowns ... Had 40-yard TD catch in Class 5A Region Final against Bradenton Manatee ... Also played basketball and ran track ... High school teammate of running back Noel Devine of West Virginia ... Coached by James Iandoli...Team finished 11-2. PERSONAL: Born June 6, 1989 in Sarasota, Fla. ... Given name is Quenton Dean Washington ... Nicknamed “Q” ... Son of Michael and Mary Washington ... Two brothers, Mike and Reshad.

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Carlton

Benjamin

#32 | Safety | 6-4 | 210 | Senior

#30 | Running Back | 5-7 | 200 | Senior

>> Valdosta, Ga. | Valdosta HS

> Lake Wales, Fla. | Lake Wales HS >>

USF coaches believe Williams is the best blocking back in college football ... Regularly decleats and punishes defenders ... One of the strongest players on the team ... Utilizes short frame to get leverage in blocking ... Capable back with several huge games during career ... Spent early part of off-season working on quickness and speed with local coach ... Did extra workouts to improve the same skills throughout the winter and spring .... Former walk-on who has become the top back on the depth chart. 2007: One of the best blocking backs in America ... Delivered punishing blocks on pass rushers on a regular basis ... Second among USF backs with 425 rushing yards ... Bulk of yards came in huge outing at Florida Atlantic when he rushed for 186 yards and four touchdowns ... Also popped off a 56-yard run against the Owls ... Rushed for 64 yards against North Carolina and 44 against Rutgers ... Played in 12 games, starting nine. 2006: Shared USF Green & Gold Pride Award with Mike Padilla as the top walk-on players on the team ... Had 17 carries for 67 yards and two touchdowns, including one (16 yards) on USF’s first offensive play from scrimmage in Papajohns.com Bowl, setting the tone for a 24-7 win ...Started all 13 games and other than Matt Grothe, he led the Bulls in rushing with 122 carries for 436 yards ... Had four touchdowns, plus one more receiving ... Had six catches for 21 yards ... First career 100-yard game with 22 carries for 103 in win over UConn, when he had the first of his two rushing TDs ... Also ran for one at North Carolina, when he had 14 carries for 55 yards ... Receiving TD came at UCF. 2005: Only appearance came briefly in Meineke Car Care Bowl, although he did not manage any carries. LAKE WALES HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Chad Barnhardt, USF’s first-ever quarterback and a graduate assistant in 2005. PERSONAL: Born July 14, 1986 ... Raised by James and Sharon Williams ... Three brothers: Lance, James Jr. and Patrick ... One sister Tamika Davis, who is in the Army.

YEAR 2006 2007 Totals

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G-GS 13-12 12-9 25-21

ATT 122 105 227

YDS 436 425 861

AVG 3.6 4.0 3.8

TD 4 6 10

LONG 20 vs. FIU 54 at FAU 56 at FAU

REC 6 25 31

YDS TD 21 1 239 0 260 1

Team leader ... Will organize defense this fall, much like Ben Moffitt did last season ... The most underrated performer on the defensive side of the ball ... Already has compiled 34 career starts ... A steady contributor ... Along with fellow safety Danny Verpaele, there is no duo on the team that knows the USF defense better ... Vocal among teammates despite being quiet publicly. 2007: Perhaps the most under-appreciated player on the USF defense ... Has been starting since his freshman season ... Fifth on the team with 69 tackles, including 5.5 for loss ... One sack, three pass breakups, two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble ... Single-game high of 11 tackles in win over West Virginia ... Also recovered a fumble against the Mountaineers ... Eight or more tackles on four occasions – West Virginia, North Carolina, Rutgers and Connecticut. 2006: After playing in nickel package through first three games, he regained the starting free safety role, where he opened nine games ... 43 tackles, four pass breakups and a forced fumble on the year ... Season-high seven tackles at North Carolina ... Forced fumble came at Kansas. 2005: Won USF’s Rookie of the Year Award ... Responded well to replacing Danny Verpaele in starting all 12 games as a redshirt freshman with 66 tackles, two interceptions and a fumble recovery ... Had season-high nine tackles vs. UCF ... Interceptions came at Syracuse and vs. West Virginia. 2004: A late addition to the roster, he arrived in late August and used a redshirt season. VALDOSTA HIGH SCHOOL: A teammate of USF tight end Cedric Hill, the two helped the team to an 11-4 record and a Regional championship in 2003 ... Had 89 tackles and two interceptions that season ... Helped team to an 8-3-1 record in 2002 junior season. PERSONAL: Born October 11, 1985 .. Raised by grandparents, Margaret and Robert ... The first person in family to play Division I athletics ... Four sisters: Adrian, Pam, Ashley and Taylor.

YEAR 2005 2006 2007 Totals

G-GS 12-12 13-9 13-13 38-34

UT 28 29 51 108

AT 38 14 18 70

TT 66 43 69 178

TFL 0.5-1 0-0 5.5-14 6-15

INT-YDS 2-10 0-0 0-0 2-10

PBU 3 4 3 10

FF-FR 0-1 1-0 1-2 2-3

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Jerrell

#42 | Linebacker | 6-2 | 235 | Junior

#1 | Safety | 6-2 | 194 | Redshirt Freshman

>> Jacksonville, Fla. | Pearl River CC | Raines HS Juco linebacker is expected to contribute immediately this fall ... Slowed by ankle injury in the spring ... Came into program as a middle linebacker but could move to the outside. PEARL RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE: One of three Pearl River teammates to sign with Bulls in 2008, along with Theo Wilson and Craig Marshall... Signed with USF prior to spring semester and has been on campus since January 2008 ... 98 tackles, seven tackles for loss and one sack during in nine games as a sophomore at Pearl River ... Accounted for 117 tackles, two interceptions and six sacks as a freshman ... Played weak side linebacker at PRCC, but projects as middle linebacker at USF ... Attended Jacksonvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Raines High School ... He was rated as a four-star recruit by Scout and a three-star recruit by Rivals ... Miami and Louisville also heavily recruited Wilson ... Coached by Tim Hatten at PRCC.

>> > > St. Petersburg, Fla. | Gibbs HS 2007: Utilized his redshirt season.

GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL: Team MVP as a senior in football, track and basketball ... Rushed for 1,583 yards and 16 touchdowns ... Also recorded 122 tackles and six interceptions ... First team all-state ... City and Sun Coast District Champion in the 100 and 200 dash ... Qualified for state in 100 and 200 yard sprints. PERSONAL: Born September 24, 1987... Son of Annie and Leroy Young ... Cousin of former Cincinnati Bengal Peter Warrick ... One brother, Leroy and a sister, Tee Jackson.

PERSONAL: Born October 24, 1986 ... Raised by Glenda Marshall ... One of nine children, five brothers and three sisters ... Brother Darious played Division II football ... Uncle Eliott Walker played for the San Francisco 49ers and in the Arena Football League ... Cousin Cleveland Pratt played for Tampa Bay Storm of the AFL.

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bbaker aker George

#22 | Cornerback | 5-11 | 170 | Freshman

>> Miami, Fla. | Archbishop Carroll HS

ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL: Rated as the 47th cornerback in the country by Scout.com ... A flat-out burner with perhaps the most speed in USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2008 class ... Timed in 40-yard dash at 4.38...Vertical leap of 38 inches ... All-Dade County (2006, 2007)...Adept as defensive back, running back and return specialist ...Could contribute early in collegiate career on return teams ... Also played at running back and as a junior had 93 carries for 1,010 yards and 10 TDs ... Recorded 50 tackles between the safety and cornerback position ... As a senior he posted 209 carries for 1,643 yards and 19 TD ... Two kickoff returns for TD ... 40 tackles and three interceptions ... Chose USF over Auburn, Miami and Rutgers. PERSONAL: Born on December 2, 1989 ... Raised by Stephanie Grant ... One brother, Deâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;andre Butler.

bedford bedford David

#58 | Defensive End | 6-5 | 260 | Sophomore

>> Palm Beach, Fla. | Independence CC | Palm Beach Lakes HS INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Played in 2007 after redshirting at ICC in 2006... Will have three years of eligibility remaining ... Rated the 10th best junior college player and fifth best defensive end in the country by Rivals.com... Had a monster year for ICC in 2007, recording 13.5 sacks (school record) and 15 tackles for loss among his 63 tackles overall ... Also forced three fumbles, recovered three fumbles, and batted down four passes ... Chose USF over Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas State, West Virginia and Oklahoma State ... Coached by Dan Sanso at Palm Beach Lake High School and David Ward at ICC. PERSONAL: Born July 7, 1988 ... Raised by Rosie Bedford ... Three brothers, Willie, Bubba and Bryant ... Two sisters, Brittany and Benjaline.

bonani bonani Maikon

#28 | Kicker | 5-9 | 174 | Freshman

>> Lake Wales, Fla. | Lake Wales HS

LAKE WALES HIGH SCHOOL: One of the top kickers in the state ... 3A first team all-state placekicker as a junior and second team as a senior, as well as all-state punter his senior year ... Had a career-long 55-yard kick his junior season ... Named Male Athlete of the Year in 2007 by the Lakeland Ledger ... Chose USF over UCF and Florida State ... 2007 Polk County Soccer Player of the Year... Has lettered in three sports at least three times ... Tennis (3 years), football (3 years) and soccer (4 years). PERSONAL: Born January 29, 1989 ... Raised by Marcia and Sidney Bonani ... One brother Marcelo ... Grew up in Sao Paulo, Brazil and moved to the Lake Wales at the age of 11 ... Name is pronounced My-con Bo-nah-knee ... Product of the same high school as USF basketball star Dominique Jones.

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#18 | Punter | 6-3 | 227 | Freshman

>> Winter Springs, Fla. | Winter Springs HS

WINTER SPRING HIGH SCHOOL: One of the top punters in the state... 6A first team all-state, all-county as a tight end and punter, as well as all-conference ...Central Florida all star...One-on-One National Punting Champion ... Averaged 46 yards a punt, and 4.6 seconds of hang time ... Booted a 62-yard punt that had a hang time of 5.1 seconds in the Winter Springs All-Star game ... Started at four positions throughout high school (kicker, punter, offensive line and tight end) ... Coached by Mike Kintz ... Father is Jeff Brockhaus, a former professional kicker for the San Francisco 49ers, as well as USFL organizations Jacksonville Bulls and Orlando Limited ... His father was teammates with USF head coach Jim Leavitt at the University of Missouri and still holds the MU record for longest punt, which was an 82-yarder against Kansas State on October 25, 1980. PERSONAL: Born August 23, 1990... Son of Jeff and Katherine Brockhaus and Margaret and Duane Kann ... Last name is pronounced Brock-house-con

bbryant ryant Daniel

#4 | Wide Receiver | 6-2 | 185 | Freshman

>> Tallahassee, Fla. | Chiles HS

CHILES HIGH SCHOOL: One of the top receivers in Florida...25 rushes for 290 yards ... Three rushing TDs ... 28 receptions for 500 yards and four TDs ... Named team captain 2007...Best Chiles receiver (2006, 2007) ... Chiles Athlete of the Year 2007...Team MVP 2007...Second All Big Bend (Tallahassee) ... Four-year letter winner in football ... Also lettered in track ... Chose USF over Ole Miss, Rutgers and others. PERSONAL: Born on December 30, 1988 ... Son of Daniel Sr. and Patrice Bryant ... Three sisters: Paula, Sade, Rosetta ... Cousin, Karlyn Brown, plays at Mississippi State.

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#7 | Quarterback | 6-1 | 212 | Freshman

>> Tallahassee, Fla. | Lincoln HS

LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL: Rated 44th best quarterback in the country by Scout.com … Ranked 8th in the country for dual threat QBs and as having the fifth strongest arm nationally by Rivals.com … All-Big Bend (Tallahassee Democrat) Player of the Year in both football and basketball following his senior season, which is believed to be the first ever time one prepster has accomplished that feat … Voted 2007 Tallahassee QB Club player of the year … 5A first team all-state … One of the top 75 players in the state of Florida … Set Lincoln HS record with 34 passing TDs … 2,500 passing, 972 rushing and 12 rushing TD … 2007 team captain and 2007 team MVP … Named offensive MVP as a sophomore and junior … Also a 5A first-team all-state selection in basketball who is expected to join the basketball team after the completion of the football season … Averaged 27 points per game as a senior to break the school’s season record for scoring average … Had season high of 45 points and also had a 37-point game … 2007 MVP and team captain in basketball … Honorable mention Big Bend in football and basketball as a junior and a four year varsity starter in both sports.

eestenor Danous

#45 | Defensive Line | 6-3 | 298 | Freshman

>> Palm Beach, Fla. | Palm Beach Central HS

PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Listed among of the top 100 linemen in the country ... USF coaches think he might be steal of class ... Raw lineman has power to spare ... Will get look on both sides of the line at the start of his career ... Three-year starter at offensive tackle for Palm Beach Central ... Graded out at 87 percent after his senior season ... Blocked for running back David Ahola, who led the county in rushing ... Palm Beach Post All-Area second team ... Named 6A third team all-state ... First team all-conference (2006, 2007) ... 2007 FACA Third Team All-State ... Played in the annual FACA All Star game... Dropped 40-plus pounds prior to senior season ... Also an accomplished basketball player ... From the same high school as current USF sophomore Quincy Okolie ... Maintained a 3.0 GPA throughout high school career ... Chose USF over UCF. PERSONAL: Born October 20, 1989... Son of Cilizia Estenor and Deriles Marc ... Of Haitian desent ... Speaks Creole fluently ... Name is pronounced Dane-us Ess-tah-nor.

PERSONAL: Born on October 24, 1989 ... Full name is Bruce Edward Daniels … Son of Bruce and Rhonda Daniels ... Two sisters, Laurel and Elena ... Uncle, Paul, played basketball at Auburn with Charles Barkley.

edwards Damien

#73 | Offensive Tackle | 6-6 | 320 | Freshman

Chandler, Ariz. | Chandler HS

CHANDLER HIGH SCHOOL: Mammoth offensive lineman with a tremendous upside... Coached by Jim Ewan at Chandler... Chandler has produced NFL players Terrell Suggs and Adam Archuleta... Spent first three years of high school at Mesquite High School... Played basketball until his sophomore year... Brother, Gavin, is a 6-foot-9 forward at Connecticut... Father, Earl, played 11 years in the NFL as a defensive lineman with the 49ers, Bills, Browns and Packers... Father attended Blake High School in Tampa and is a member of the Tampa Sports Hall of Fame... Another brother, Reggie, lives in Tampa... Chose USF over Northern Arizona and interest from Fresno State, Oregon and Colorado State.

Garvin Josh

#69 | Offensive Guard | 6-4 | 294 | Freshman

>> Lakeland, Fla. | Lake Gibson HS

LAKE GIBSON HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked as 97th best offensive tackle in the country Scout. com... Named 5A second team all-state... first-team all-district and all-county in 2007... Participated in the FACA North/South game in 2008...Also lettered in track (2 years) and weightlifting (1 year) ... Chose USF over Baylor and North Carolina ... Coached by Keith Demyer ... Also garnered interest from Alabama and Florida State. PERSONAL: Born on September 11, 1989 ... Son of Cynthia Garvin ... Product of the same high school as Matt Grothe.

Grissom Cory

# 46| Defensive Line | 6-2 | 289 | Freshman

>> LaGrange, Ga. | Troup County HS

TROUP COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL: Rated the 64th best defensive tackle in the country by Rivals.com and 66th by Scout.com ... Fell in love with USF after coming down to Tampa for the West Virginia game ... Tremendous burst off the ball and overall quickness ... Had 13 sacks, five forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries as a senior ... Named all-region 2007... Won team award for best defensive lineman in 2007... Three-year football letter winner... Also lettered in wrestling (2 years) ... Chose USF over Arkansas, North Carolina and Southern Miss. PERSONAL: Born June 9, 1990 ... Raised by Jackie Jennings ... Full first name is Ticory, but goes by “Cory”. GoUsfbulls.com

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hhawkins awkins Jeff

# 34| Tight End | 6-4 | 247 | Freshman

> >> Ocala, Fla. | Vanguard HS >>

VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL: Ranked as 35th best tight end in the country by Scout.com ... Ranked as the 48th best tight end by ESPN.com ... One of the state’s top tight end prospects ... USF believes he can step in and contribute early ... Vanguard offense was not built around tight end, yet he still had 12 catches for 221 yards ... Averaged 18 yards per catch ... Also collected 22 pancakes ... Worked in part-time role on defense recording four sacks, 14 TFL, 51 tackles, two forced fumbles and one recovered fumble ... 13 catches for 195 yards and one touchdown as junior ...Team captain as a junior and senior ... Also played defensive end and had 14 tackles and one interception ... Wrestled and competed in track ... First player to commit in the 2008 class ... Coached by Will Yancey at Vanguard ... Chose USF over UCF, Georgia Tech and Maryland. PERSONAL: Born December 1, 1989 ... Son of Jim and Kathy Hawkins ... Goes by the nickname “Hawk” ... One sister, Kirsten.

JaCkson Ja Jatavious

#93 | Defensive Tackle | 6-4 | 266 | Freshman

Belle Glade, Fla. | Glades Central HS

GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOOL: Talented recruit capable of playing on the offensive or defensive line...Originally signed with Florida State as part of the 2007 class ... Chose USF over offers from Florida State, Clemson, Ole Miss and West Virginia ... Ranked as the 43rd best offensive guard prospect nationally by Scout.com ... Three-time all-state selection and two-time first team all-county choice ... Named 46th-best player in the state by the Orlando Sentinel as a senior ...T allied nine sacks and 25 tackles for loss as a senior... Helped lead team to the 2006 State Championship over Pensacola Pine Forest ... Coached by Willie Snead at Glades Central ... Also earned one varsity letter in basketball. PERSONAL: Born November 15, 1988 in Pahokee, Fla. ... Raised by grandmother Delores Smith ... Has an older brother, Barry ... Hometown papers are the Belle Glade Sun and Palm Beach Post ... Middle name is Limorris ... Usually goes by “Jay” ... Name is pronounced Juhtay-vee-us.

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lanaris lanaris Mike

#55 | Linebaker | 6-0 | 232 | Freshman

>> Lake Mary, Fla. | Lake Mary HS

LAKE MARY HIGH SCHOOL: 2007 Preseason Top 100 Florida High School Football Prospects ... 2007-2008 Lake Mary Male Athlete of the Year Award... Team captain in 2007... Recorded 234 tackles, 20 for losses, in upperclassman campaigns as linebacker ... Five forced fumbles, two recovered, four blocked kicks and seven sacks ... One career interception ran back 17 yards for a touchdown ... Lettered three years in varsity football and baseball ... Starting varsity catcher in 2007 and 2008 ... 2008 voted team player of the year ... Won offensive player of the year batting .465 ... National Honor Society Inductee ... Grade point average of 3.77 ... Received honor roll and Principal honors. PERSONAL: Born March 29, 1990... Son of Mark and Brenda Lanaris... Sister attends UCF ... Former teammates with Southern California standout linebacker Keith Rivers... Worked with Episcopal Youth Group and also worked football summer camp at Lake Mary.

landi landi evan

#12 | Quarterback | 6-3 | 214 | Freshman

>> Coral Springs, Fla. | Coral Springs Charter HS CORAL SPRINGS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL: Versatile athlete that can excel on either side of the ball...Will get look at quarterback and defensive back ... Ranked the 107th best quarterback prospect in the country by Scout.com ... 2A first team all-state as a defensive back ... Threw for 11 touchdowns and scored four times on the ground during senior season ... Also had three interceptions and 60 tackles as safety... As a junior was All-Broward County second team offense after he threw for 1,352 yards, with 10 TD while rushing 22 times for 124 yards and four TD ... Limited amount of play on defense as junior but still came up with two interceptions ... Tested out with a 32-inch vertical during high school career ... In addition to QB duties, also played wide receiver, safety and punter ... Multi-sport talent is an accomplished athlete in basketball, hockey and baseball ... Held a 4.0 GPA... Chose USF over Wisconsin and South Carolina. PERSONAL: Born April 15, 1990 ... Son of Michael and Dee Landi ... One sister, Justine, who plays volleyball at Louisville ... Goes by the nickname “E” ... Name is pronounced Land-ee.

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lleJiste le e John

#12 | Defensive Back | 6-0 | 185 | Freshman

>> Delray Beach, Fla. | Atlantic Community HS ATLANTIC COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL: Hard hitting defensive back that played for the one for the top high school programs in the state ... Versatile skills could land him at corner or safety ... Rated the 109th best cornerback in the country by Scout.com ... 3.2 GPA ... As a junior, he racked up 55 tackles and two interceptions ... Fumble recovery for a TD ... First team all-district ... Second team all-county ... Pre-season top 100 in Florida ... ESPN national safety list ... Also competed in track where he has high jumped 6 feet, four inches ... Fouryear letterwinner ... Chose USF over West Virginia, Wisconsin, Rutgers, Kentucky and UCF. PERSONAL: Born February 2, 1990 ... Raised by Roujon and Sainvilla Lejiste ... Three sisters: Rose, Erin and Lucy .... God-brother, Brian Flauder, played for Georgia Tech ... Name is pronounce lah-gist

mmarshall arshall Craig

#94 | Defensive End | 6-5 | 260 | Sophomore

Fort Walton Beach, Fla. | Pearl River CC | Choctawhatchee HS

PEARL RIVER CC: One of three Pearl River teammates to sign with Bulls in 2008, along with Theo Wilson and Kion Wilson... Speedy and strong defensive end, who should push for time opposite of All-American George Selvie...Rated as the 30th best junior college propsect ... Finished year with 41 tackles, 4.5 TFL, 3.5 sacks, two fumble recoveries and an interception... Redshirted his first season at Pearl River and will have three years of eligibility remaining... All Northwest Florida as a sophomore, junior and senior this season. PERSONAL: Born on Febuary 10, 1988.

mUrray mU Demetris

#21 | Running Back | 5-10 | 205 | Freshman

>> Buford, Ga. | Buford HS

BUFORD HIGH SCHOOL: One of the top running backs in Georgia... Ranked the 49th best running back in the country by Rivals.com and 67th by Scout.com... Georgia 2A State Player of the Year...Helped Buford to an undefeated record and a Georgia 2A state championship as a senior... As a junior, had 143 rushing attempts for 1,090 yards, averaging 7.6 yards per carry with 20 touchdowns... Chose USF over Wake Forest and Maryland. PERSONAL: Born on January 3, 1990 ... Raised by Tracey Hunter and Dennis Murray ... One of six children ... Cousin, Garrison Hearst played for several years in the NFL ... Name is pronounced Deh-mee-tris.

ppopek opek Mark

#74 | Offensive Tackle | 6-7 | 305 | Freshman

>> Plant City, Fla. | Plant City HS

PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL: Among the more college-ready athletes in signing class ... Mammoth offensive lineman who was rated the 83rd best offensive tackle in the country by Scout.com ... Named 5A second team all-state ... Ranked 12th best player in Tampa/St. Pete area by the St. Pete Times ... Chose USF over Illinois and Vanderbilt ... Two varsity football letters ... Selected to various all-state teams including All-Suncoast and all-county. PERSONAL: Born August 31, 1990 ... Son of Dennis and Sharon Popek ... Last name is pronounced PO-peck.

mmiller Joel

#37| Running Back | 6-0 | 185 | Freshman

>> Tampa, Fla. | Wharton HS

WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered all four years in football ... Ran track freshman year ... Ran for 2,700 yards over his final two seasons ... Reached the endzone 20 times in his last two seasons ... Made first team all county his junior and senior year ... Selected to third team all state his junior year ... Won most valuable player award for Wharton HS ... Honor roll student ... Decided to attend USF via walk on tryouts ... Will compete at a position that returns all of the 2007 starters ... Attended Citadel in the fall of 2007 before coming to USF campus for the spring 2008 semester. PERSONAL: Born on August 22, 1988 ... Son of Paul and Kathy Miller.

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ssanChez an armando

#51 | Linebacker | 5-11 | 215 | Freshman

>> St. Petersburg, Fla. | Northeast HS

wilkins w ilkins Justin

#84 | Wide Receiver | 6-1 | 203 | Freshman

>> Fort Pierce, Fla. | Fort Pierce Central HS

NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL: Versatile athlete who played quarterback and safety at Northeast HS and projects as an outside linebacker in college... Ranked the 57th best weakside linebacker in the country by Scout.com ... Ranked 15th best player in Tampa/St. Pete area by the St. Pete Times ... Over 100 tackles as a senior ... Also competed in track and threw the shot 53 feet as a junior ... Had a 3.9 GPA and was ranked 33rd in a class of 311.

FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Played two positions, quarterback, as a senior, and wide receiver, as a junior ... Lettered in basketball, football, and track ... Team captain for all three teams ... Honor roll all four years ... District champ in the high jump (6’4”) ... Originally signed with the Division II Lincoln University in Missouri ... Decided to attend USF via walk on tryouts ... Lacerated his kidney during his senior campaign.

PERSONAL: Born June 11, 1990 ... Son of Armando and Suzanne Sanchez ... Two brothers: Auggie and Andres ... One sister, Lauren ... Goes by the nickname “Mando”.

PERSONAL: Born on November 27, 1988 ... Raised by Edward and Mozell Walker.

taylor taylor Quavon

#56 | Linebaker | 6-0 | 198 | Freshman

Miami, Fla. | Northwestern HS

NORTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL: Played safety in high school but will enter USF as a linebacker... Hard hitter with a nose for the ball...Key member of country’s top-rated team by USA Today... Northwestern finished the year unbeaten at 15-0 and claimed USA Today Today’s mythical national title, beating Orlando Boone 41-0 for second consecutive 6A state title... Named 6A first team all-state... In a matchup with USA Today No. 1 ranked Southlake (Texas) Carroll, he helped snap Carroll’s 49-game winning streak, 29-21, in front 31,896 fans at Southern Methodist’s Ford Stadium and an ESPNU audience... Rated the 78th best player in the state by the Orlando Sentinel ... Chose USF over Tennessee, Mississippi and Memphis... Coach by Billy Rolle at Northwestern.

wilson wilson Jeffrey

#83 | Wide Receiver| 6-0 | 168 | Freshman

>> Miramar, Fla. | Everglades HS

EVERGLADES HIGH SCHOOL: Named most outstanding wide receiver as a senior ... Team captain ... Attended high school football powerhouse Miami Northwestern before transferring to Everglades HS ... Member of the 2006 Everglades High School Gators,which went on a 10-0 district run. PERSONAL: Born September 26, 1987... Raised by his mother, Laurie Hepburn, and grandmother, Ruby Wilson.

PERSONAL: April 16, 1990 ... Raised by Gwen Swanson and Antawn Brunson ... One brother, Garvaris Swanson, and one sister, Quavaria Taylor.

wilson w Theo

#2 | Cornerback | 6-0 | 202 | Junior

>> Dunedin, Fla. | Pearl River CC | Dunedin HS PEARL RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE: One of three Pearl River teammates to sign with Bulls in 2008, along with Craig Marshall and Kion Wilson ... Spent his first year at Southwest Mississippi Community College before transferring to Pearl River ... Versatile player who can play quarterback, wide receiver or defensive back ... The multi-dimensional Wilson finished the season with 265 passing yards with two TD, 153 rushing yards with four TD, and 120 receiving yards and a score ... Coached by Tim Hatten at PRCC. DUNEDIN HS: While at Dunedin HS, he racked up 6,000 all-purpose yards from 2003-05 ... Named all-county from 2005-06 and was part of the 2005 district championship team ... Also lettered in track (2 years) and baseball (1 year). PERSONAL: Born January 12, 1987.

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07 Review

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Carlton Mitchell

2007 Season Review << >> >>

ScHEDULE & RESULTS

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Date Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 22 Sept. 28 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 18 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10 Nov. 17 Nov. 24 Dec. 31

Opponent ELON W at No. 17/13Auburn WOT NORTH CAROLINA W No. 5 WEST VIRGINIA W at Florida Atlantic W UCF W at Rutgers at Connceticut CINCINNATI at Syracuse W LOUISVILLE W at Pittsburgh W vs. Oregon

* Indicates conference game

Score 28-13 26-23 37-10 21-13 35-23 64-12 27-30 15-22 33-38 41-10 55-17 48-37 21-56

L L L

1st 112 65

2007 Big EAST STAnDingS Team Record West Virginia 5-2 Connecticut 5-2 Cincinnati 4-3 USF 4-3 Rutgers 3-4 Louisville 3-4 Pittsburgh 3-4 Syracuse 1-6

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Big East ---1-0 --1-1 1-2 1-3 2-3 3-3 4-3 --

Time Attend 3:31 33,639 3:41 82,617 3:21 37,753 3:12 67,012 3:40 21,106 3:44 65,948 3:50 44,267 3:20 40,000 4:06 57,379 3:30 38,039 3:55 57,288 3:35 31,123 3:55 49,867

$ Indicates 2007 Brut Sun Bowl

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ScORE By qUARTERS USF Opponents

Overall 1-0-0 2-0-0 3-0-0 4-0-0 5-0-0 6-0-0 6-1-0 6-2-0 6-3-0 7-3-0 8-3-0 9-3-0 9-4-0

TEAm STATiSTicS

2nd 101 90

3rd 116 68

4th 116 78

OT 6 3

Total 451 304

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Pct Home Away Streak Record Pct .714 2-1 3-1 L1 11-2 .846 .714 4-0 1-2 L1 9-4 .692 .571 1-2 3-1 W1 10-3 .769 .571 2-1 2-2 W3 9-4 .692 .429 2-2 1-2 L1 8-5 .615 .429 2-1 1-3 W1 6-6 .500 .429 2-2 1-2 W1 5-7 .417 .143 0-4 1-2 L6 2-10 .167

Home 5-1 7-0 4-2 5-1 5-3 4-2 4-3 1-6

Away Streak 5-1 W1 2-3 L2 5-1 W2 4-2 L1 2-2 W1 2-4 W1 1-4 W1 1-4 L4

Scoring Points Per Game First Downs Rushing Passing Penalty Rushing Yardage Yards Gained Rushing Yards Lost Rushing Rushing Attempts Average Per Rush Average Per Game TDs Rushing Passing Yardage Att-Comp-Int Average Per Pass Average Per Catch Average Per Game TDs Passing Total Offense Total Plays Average Per Play Average Per Game Kick Returns: No. -Yards Punt Returns: No. -Yards Int Returns: No. -Yards Kick Return Average Punt Return Average Int Return Average Fumbles - Lost Penalties - Yards Average Per Game Punts Yards Average Per Punt Net Punt Average Time of Possession/Game 3rd-Down Conversions 3rd-Down Pct 4th-Down Conversions 4th-Down Pct Sacks By-Yards Misc Yards Touchdowns Scored Field Goal Attempts On-Side Kick Red-Zone Scores Red-Zone Touchdowns Pat-Attempts Attendance Games/Avg Per Game Neutral Site Games

>> >> USF 451 34.7 277 118 141 18 2405 2835 430 565 4.3 185.0 30 2978 426-250-16 7.0 11.9 229.1 19 5383 991 5.4 414.1 54-1134 39-333 23-406 21.0 8.5 18.5 28-17 112-937 72.1 67-2680 40.0 34.7 30:17 71/195 36% 12/17 71% 31-195 23 56 19-29 0-0 54-66 82% 38-66 58% 52-53 98% 319,019 6/53170 1/49867

Opp. 304 23.4 235 99 120 16 1697 2143 446 469 3.6 130.5 8 2757 474-244-23 5.8 11.3 212.1 21 4454 943 4.7 342.6 72-1681 21-152 16-254 23.3 7.2 15.9 27-19 95-780 60.0 73-2955 40.5 35.1 29:43 62/202 31% 12/26 46% 28-224 -7 34 21-30 1-4 37-48 77% 22-48 46% 29-29 100% 257,152 6/42859

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Ben Williams

2007 Offensive Stats >> >> >>

RUSHing TOTALS Grothe, Matt Ford, Mike Williams, Ben Samuels, Aston Taylor, Jamar Gregory, Grant Miller, Sam Cannon, Shawn Mitchell, Carlton Plancher, Moise Johnson, Taurus Padilla, Mike Severino, Anthony Jackson, Amarri Kelly, Richard Teachey, Justin TEAM Total Opponents

gP 13 12 12 10 13 7 13 2 13 6 11 1 13 9 11 12 11 13 13

Att 198 138 105 21 47 13 1 5 4 10 7 1 1 1 1 1 11 565 469

gain 1138 679 466 175 169 90 29 19 22 17 14 6 5 5 1 0 0 2835 2143

g 13 7 13 11 13 13

Eff. 121.04 165.73 221.73 0.00 124.61 105.25

Avg 4.4 4.7 4.0 8.0 3.1 6.5 29.0 3.8 4.2 1.7 1.7 6.0 5.0 5.0 1.0 -12.0 -3.2 4.3 3.6

TD 10 12 6 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 30 8

Long 80 48 54 75 54 22 29 13 15 6 5 6 5 5 1 0 0 80 71

Avg/ Avg/g 67.1 53.8 35.4 16.7 11.3 12.1 2.2 9.5 1.3 2.8 1.1 6.0 0.4 0.6 0.1 -1.0 -3.2 185.0 130.5

cmp-Attmp-Att-int 232-392-14 17-30-2 1-3-0 0-1-0 250-426-16 244-474-23

Pct 59.2 56.7 33.3 0.0 58.7 51.5

y yds. 2670 280 28 0 2978 2757

TD 14 4 1 0 19 21

Lng 55 75 28 0 75 76

Avg./ Avg./g 205.4 40.0 2.2 0.0 229.1 212.1

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REcEiving TOTALS Mitchell, Carlton Hester, Jessie Johnson, Taurus Williams, Ben Hill, Cedric Jackson, Amarri Edwards, Marcus Bogan, Dontavia Denson, Courtney Love, A.J. Taylor, Jamar Samuels, Aston Busbee, Ben Ford, Mike Alcin, Edner Okolie, Quincy Sherman, Jason Total Opponents

net 872 645 425 167 147 85 29 19 17 17 12 6 5 5 1 -12 -35 2405 1697

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P ing TOTALS PASS Grothe, Matt Gregory, Grant Severino, Anthony TEAM Total Opponents

Loss 266 34 41 8 22 5 0 0 5 0 2 0 0 0 0 12 35 430 446

g 13 13 11 12 13 9 13 11 13 7 13 10 13 12 8 8 4 13 13

no. 37 35 34 25 23 22 22 12 11 8 8 5 3 2 1 1 1 250 244

y yds 537 418 407 239 264 256 231 190 139 111 71 24 18 12 26 19 16 2978 2757

Avg 14.5 11.9 12.0 9.6 11.5 11.6 10.5 15.8 12.6 13.9 8.9 4.8 6.0 6.0 26.0 19.0 16.0 11.9 11.3

TD 4 4 4 0 1 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 19 21

Long 75 28 34 31 35 36 25 32 27 36 34 7 10 11 26 19 16 75 76

Avg/ Avg/g 41.3 32.2 37.0 19.9 20.3 28.4 17.8 17.3 10.7 15.9 5.5 2.4 1.4 1.0 3.2 2.4 4.0 229.1 212.1

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2007 Special Teams Stats << >> >>

PUnT RETURnS Edwards, Marcus Jackson, Amarri Murphy, Jerome Total Opponents

no. o. 31 6 2 39 21

yyds ds 231 85 17 333 152

TD 0 0 0 0 1

Long 31 37 5 37 26

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kick RETURnS Murphy, Jerome Johnson, Taurus Jenkins, Mike Gilliam, Ryan Williams, Ben Peguese, Brandon Williams, Trae TEAM Kelly, Richard Total Opponents

Avg 7.5 14.2 8.5 8.5 7.2

no. o. 23 13 7 5 2 1 1 1 1 54 72

yyds ds 560 236 213 78 24 16 0 0 7 1134 1681

Avg 24.3 18.2 30.4 15.6 12.0 16.0 0.0 0.0 7.0 21.0 23.3

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PUnTing Alvarado, Delbert Teachey, Justin Grothe, Matt TEAM Total Opponents

no. o. 58 7 1 1 67 73

yds yds 2414 248 18 0 2680 2955

Avg 41.6 35.4 18.0 0.0 40.0 40.5

Long 61 41 18 0 61 73

Long 59 33 100 20 13 16 0 0 7 100 55

Alvarado, Delbert FGM-FGA Pct 01-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 Lg Blk

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Williams, Trae Allen, Nate Moffitt, Ben Jenkins, Mike Gachette, Louis Murphy, Jerome Mompremier, Brouce Cray, Allen Total Opponents

no. o. 6 4 4 3 2 2 1 1 23 16

yyds ds 164 44 136 41 4 0 17 0 406 254

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TD 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 4

Long 73 37 60 38 4 0 17 0 73 79

no. o. 2 1 1 4 0

yyds ds 47 0 0 47 0

Avg 23.5 0.0 0.0 11.8 0.0

Blkd 1 0 0 0 1 1

USF 37,45,37,(38),21,(18) (32),(23),(40) 47 (34),(33) (47),45,37,(34) 26,44,(47),(27) (21),(41) (42),(33),46 (31),(45) (29),(35)

>> >> Opponents 45,(37),(37),50 (49),(46),(39) (40) (36),(35) 36,42,45,(22) (35) (26),48,(40),(51) (22),50,(27),(20) (38),33,48 (50) (32) (39),(30)

Numbers in (parentheses) indicate field goal was made.

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FUmBLE RETURnS Allen, Nate Cray, Allen Buie, Jarriett Total Opponents

Avg 27.3 11.0 34.0 13.7 2.0 0.0 17.0 0.0 17.7 15.9

Elon Auburn North Carolina West Virginia FAU UCF Rutgers Connecticut Cincinnati Syracuse Louisville Pittsburgh Oregon

ii20 20 17 0 1 0 18 20

19-29 65.5 1-1 4-6 8-11 6-11 0-0 47 3

FiELD gOAL SEqUEncE inTERcEPTiOnS

Fcc 15 4 0 0 19 14

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FiELD gOALS TD 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

TB 9 1 0 0 10 3

TD 1 0 0 1 0

Long 44 0 0 44 0

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2007 Offensive Stats >> >> >>

ALL-PURPOSE yARDS y Grothe, Matt Williams, Ben Ford, Mike Johnson, Taurus Murphy, Jerome Mitchell, Carlton Edwards, Marcus Hester, Jessie Jackson, Amarri Hill, Cedric Jenkins, Mike Taylor, Jamar Samuels, Aston Bogan, Dontavia Williams, Trae Denson, Courtney Moffitt, Ben Love, A.J. Gregory, Grant Gilliam, Ryan Allen, Nate Miller, Sam Alcin, Edner Okolie, Quincy Cannon, Shawn Busbee, Ben Plancher, Moise Mompremier, Brouce Sherman, Jason Peguese, Brandon Kelly, Richard Padilla, Mike Severino, Anthony Gachette, Louis Teachey, Justin TEAM Total Opponents

g 13 12 12 11 13 13 13 13 9 13 13 13 10 11 13 13 13 7 7 12 13 13 8 8 2 13 6 13 4 11 11 1 13 11 12 11 13 13

Rush 872 425 645 12 0 17 0 0 5 0 0 147 167 0 0 0 0 0 85 0 0 29 0 0 19 0 17 0 0 0 1 6 5 0 -12 -35 2405 1697

Rec 0 239 12 407 0 537 231 418 256 264 0 71 24 190 0 139 0 111 0 0 0 0 26 19 0 18 0 0 16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2978 2757

PR 0 0 0 0 17 0 231 0 85 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 333 152

Grothe, Matt Ford, Mike Williams, Ben Gregory, Grant Samuels, Aston Taylor, Jamar Severino, Anthony Miller, Sam Cannon, Shawn Mitchell, Carlton Plancher, Moise Johnson, Taurus Padilla, Mike Jackson, Amarri Kelly, Richard Teachey, Justin TEAM Total Opponents

iR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 41 0 0 0 164 0 136 0 0 0 44 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 406 254

Tot 872 688 657 655 577 554 462 418 346 264 254 218 191 190 164 139 136 111 85 78 44 29 26 19 19 18 17 17 16 16 8 6 5 4 -12 -35 7256 6541

Avg/ Avg/g 67.1 57.3 54.8 59.5 44.4 42.6 35.5 32.2 38.4 20.3 19.5 16.8 19.1 17.3 12.6 10.7 10.5 15.9 12.1 6.5 3.4 2.2 3.2 2.4 9.5 1.4 2.8 1.3 4.0 1.5 0.7 6.0 0.4 0.4 -1.0 -3.2 558.2 503.2

Total 3542 645 425 365 167 147 33 29 19 17 17 12 6 5 1 -12 -35 5383 4454

Avg/g Avg/ 272.5 53.8 35.4 52.1 16.7 11.3 2.5 2.2 9.5 1.3 2.8 1.1 6.0 0.6 0.1 -1.0 -3.2 414.1 342.6

Alvarado, Delbert Ford, Mike Grothe, Matt Williams, Ben Mitchell, Carlton Johnson, Taurus Hester, Jessie Williams, Trae Allen, Nate Jackson, Amarri Taylor, Jamar Hill, Cedric Love, A.J. Bogan, Dontavia Edwards, Marcus Moffitt, Ben Jenkins, Mike Clebert, Richard TEAM Total Opponents

TD Fgs 0 19-29 13 0-0 10 0-0 6 0-0 4 0-0 4 0-0 4 0-0 3 0-0 2 0-0 2 0-0 2 0-0 1 0-0 1 0-0 1 0-0 1 0-0 1 0-0 1 0-0 0 0-0 0 0-0 56 19-29 34 21-30

| --------------- PAT ------------- | kick Rush Rcv Pass 52-53 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 1-2 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 52-53 0-0 1 1-2 29-29 1-1 2 2-4

DXP 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Saf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 1

Plays 590 138 105 43 21 47 4 1 5 4 10 7 1 1 1 1 12 991 943

Rush 872 645 425 85 167 147 5 29 19 17 17 12 6 5 1 -12 -35 2405 1697

Pass 2670 0 0 280 0 0 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2978 2757

2007 Second team all-Big east Performer trae Willliams

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Points 109 78 60 36 24 24 24 18 12 12 12 8 6 6 6 6 6 2 2 451 304

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TOTAL OFFEnSE g 13 12 12 7 10 13 13 13 2 13 6 11 1 9 11 12 11 13 13

kOR 0 24 0 236 560 0 0 0 0 0 213 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 78 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 7 0 0 0 0 0 1134 1681

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Marcus Edwards

2007 Stats << >> >>

RUSHing (ATT.ATT yARDS.-TD) ATT.grothe m. No-Yards/Td 98-872/10 Elon 8-22/0 Auburn 18-31/1 North Carolina 12-35/0 West Virginia 13-38/0 FAU 14-120/1 UCF 16-100/2 Rutgers 18-58/1 Connecticut 25-146/1 Cincinnati 22-75/1 Syracuse 14-73/1 Louisville 12-67/1 Pittsburgh 12-67/1 Oregon 14-40/0

Ford m. 138-645/12 6-83/2 21-74/1 6-13/1 5-42/0 DNP 8-39/1 4-9/1 7-27/0 7-13/0 28-134/2 24-140/2 16-63/2 6-8/0

Williams B. Samuels A. 105-425/6 21-167/0 10-35/0 2-3/0 5-18/0 2-0/0 15-64/1 6-36/0 2-7/0 DNP 25-186/4 6--1/0 3-3/0 11-44/0 DNP 5-28/0 DNP 6-9/0 DNP 2-101/0 4--5/0 3-24/0 12-38/1 4-2/0 3-0/0

Edwards, marcus 31-231 4-45 5-34 2-15 1--1 4-14 1-0 4-23 2-42 2-3 4-32 2-24

No-Yds. Elon Auburn North Carolina West Virginia FAU UCF Rutgers Connecticut Cincinnati Syracuse Louisville Pittsburgh Oregon

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gregory regory g. 13-85/0 DNP 4-23/0 DNP DNP 2-8/0 DNP DNP DNP 1-10/0 2-2/0 4-42/0

no-yds/TD y yds/TD 37-537/4 35-418/4 34-407/4 23-264/1 22-256/2 25-239/0 22-231/1 12-190/1 11-139/0 8-111/1 8-71/0 1-26/0 5-24/0 1-19/0 3-18/0 1-16/0 2-12/1

murphy, urphy, Jerome No-Yds 23-560 Elon Auburn 3-111 North Carolina 1-22 West Virginia 2-44 FAU 3-75 UCF 1-18 Rutgers 3-60 Connecticut 5-121 Cincinnati 1-18 Syracuse 1-25 Louisville 2-37 Pittsburgh 1-29 Oregon -

Johnson, Taurus 13-236 2-22 1-33 1-20 2-43 1-24 DNP DNP 1-10 3-31 2-53

Jenkins, mike 7-213 5-192 1-17 1-4 -

murphy, urphy, Jerome 2-17 1-12 1-5 -

No-Yds. Elon Auburn North Carolina West Virginia FAU UCF Rutgers Connecticut Cincinnati Syracuse Louisville Pittsburgh Oregon

Williams, Trae 6-164 1-0 1-0 1-6 1-73 1-64 1-21 -

gilliam, illiam, Ryan 5-78 3-44 2-34 DNP -

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inTERcEPTiOn RETURnS

Jackson, Amarri 6-85 4-19 2-66 DNP DNP DNP DNP -

Allen, nate 4-44 1-0 1-7 1-0 1-37 -

moffitt, Ben 4-136 1-41 2-35 1-60 -

Jenkins, mike 3-41 1-38 1-3 1-0 -

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REcEiving (nO.-yARDS.-TD)

Mitchell, Carlton Hester, Jessie Johnson, Taurus Hill, Cedric Jackson, Amarri Williams, Ben Edwards, Marcus Bogan, Dontavia Denson, Courtney Love, A.J. Taylor, Jamar Alcin, Edner Samuels, Aston Okolie, Quincy Busbee, Ben Sherman, Jason Ford, Mike

Taylor J. 47-147/2 3-4/0 5-8/0 6-21/1 15-58/1 3--4/0 2-1/0 5-4/0 5-52/0 1--2/0 1--2/0 1-7/0

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PUnT RETURnS

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kick RETURnS

ELOn 4-32/0 1-9/0 6-59/0 4-63/1 2-20/0 1-5/0 2-35/0 DNP 1-10/0 1-4/0 DNP 1-1/1

AU 1-4/0 6-64/1 4-57/0 2-32/0 1-4/0 DNP DNP 1-4/0 2-8/0 1-11/0

nc 1-9/0 3-34/0 3-34/0 1-32/0 4-33/1 1-27/0 1-4/0 1-15/0 DNP 2-20/0 1-26/0 DNP -

WvU 1-55/1 2-23/0 1-14/0 3-15/0 3-23/0 1-5/0 DNP DNP DNP DNP -

FAU 2-8/0 2-16/0 1-4/0 3-24/0 6-60/0 1-9/0 DNP 2-1/0 DNP DNP DNP

UcF 2-107/1 1-28/1 6-83/2 2-11/1 1-36/0 4-68/0 1-17/0 1-0/0 1-5/0 DNP 1-10/0 DNP -

RUTgERS 2-36/0 3-55/1 1-23/0 1-8/0 1-2/0 4-50/0 3-52/0 2-21/0 DNP DNP DNP DNP -

UcOnn 2-29/0 6-50/0 DNP 3-55/0 1-7/0 1-16/0 2-30/0 1-2/0 DNP DNP DNP DNP -

Uc 7-110/0 3-52/1 DNP 2-18/0 DNP 8-63/0 4-41/0 3-54/0 3-38/0 1-6/0 DNP -

SyR 6-61/1 1-13/0 4-49/1 2-12/0 DNP DNP 1-12/0 DNP 3-48/0 1-34/0 DNP 1-7/0 -

UofL 4-54/1 2-24/0 3-35/0 3-26/0 DNP 3-27/1 1-23/1 1-12/0 1-34/0 DNP 1-16/0 -

PiTT 5-32/0 3-32/0 1-12/0 2-21/0 DNP 2-21/0 2-24/0 1-12/0 1-5/0 DNP -

ORE 4-41/0 4-51/1 3-28/0 1-9/0 2--1/0 3-30/0 1-27/0 1-6/0 3-23/1 DNP 1-3/0 1-19/0 DNP -

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:21 PM

Carlton Williams

2007 Defensive Stats >> DEFEnSivE STATiSTicS

DEFEnSivE LEADERS McKenzie, Tyrone Moffitt, Ben Allen, Nate Mompremier, Brouce Williams, Carlton Selvie, George Williams, Trae Jenkins, Mike Murphy, Jerome Clebert, Richard Buie, Jarriett Harris, Aaron Gachette, Louis Cray, Allen George, Woody Roberts, Tyller Gilliam, Ryan Spires, Donte Joseph, Sabbath Miller, Sam Robinson, Chris McClain, Terrell Aycox, Matt Hess, Houston Jenkins, Jamaal Douglas, Dylan Smiley, Joshua Teachey, Justin Edwards, Marcus McQueen, Alonzo Peguese, Brandon Taylor, Jamar Williams, Ben Denson, Courtney Riley, Julian Busbee, Ben Morgan, Micah Hester, Jessie Mitchell, Carlton Samuels, Aston Darr, Lucas Setser, Eric Plancher, Moise TEAM

27 59 5 53 32 95 21 4 3 76 90 98 7 94 96 6 22 55 43 56 49 97 93 40 23 2 48 27 11 57 47 33 30 7 91 82 12 87 2 20 52 67 3 TM Total Opponents

>> >> |------------------------------- Tackles---------------------------- | |---- Sacks ---- | ggP Solo Ast Total TFL/yds TFL/y yds no-yards n yyards 13 78 43 121 7.5-34 1.5-6 13 70 34 104 12.0-32 . 13 65 19 84 2.0-2 . 13 56 27 83 6.5-21 . 13 51 18 69 5.5-14 1.0-9 13 46 13 59 31.5-139 14.5-87 13 47 8 55 2.0-4 1.0-1 13 31 10 41 4.0-17 . 13 31 7 38 2.0-12 . 13 20 15 35 9.5-31 3.0-19 13 19 7 26 6.0-32 1.0-5 12 16 9 25 9.5-50 5.5-40 11 18 5 23 . . 13 14 8 22 5.0-22 3.0-20 11 13 7 20 2.0-4 0.5-0 13 17 2 19 . . 12 14 3 17 . . 12 13 3 16 3.0-11 1.0-8 12 14 . 14 . . 13 7 2 9 . . 11 7 2 9 . . 12 6 2 8 4.0-10 . 8 5 . 5 . . 12 5 . 5 . . 13 2 2 4 . . 13 3 . 3 . . 7 3 . 3 1.0-1 . 12 3 . 3 . . 13 3 . 3 . . 9 1 2 3 . . 11 2 . 2 . . 13 . 2 2 . . 12 2 . 2 . . 13 1 1 2 . . 7 2 . 2 . . 13 1 . 1 . . 5 . 1 1 . . 13 1 . 1 . . 13 1 . 1 . . 10 1 . 1 . . 10 1 . 1 . . 12 . . . . . 6 . . . . . 11 3 . 3 . . 13 693 252 945 113-436 31-195 13 744 240 984 99.0-398 28-224

|---------------Pass Def.----------------| iint-yds y yds BrUp qBH . 5 3 4-136 5 4 4-44 8 . 1-17 1 1 . 3 2 . . 13 6-164 11 . 3-41 12 1 2-0 5 . . . 15 . 2 13 . 2 1 2-4 2 . 1-0 1 4 . . 1 . 4 . . 4 . . . 1 . . . . . . . 1 3 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . 23-406 68 64 16-254 45 51

| -------- Fumbles-------- | Rcv-yds y yds FF 2-0 2 2-0 . 3-47 1 1-0 2 2-0 1 . 3 . . . . . 2 . . 2-0 . . . . . . 1 1-0 . 1-0 . 2-0 . . . . . . . . . 1-0 . . . . . . . 1-0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0 . . . . . 19-47 12 16-0 17

|-------Blkd ---------| kkick Saf 1 . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . 1 . 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 2 4 1

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2007 Season Review >> George Selvie (pictured below) accepting his 2007 Walter Camp All-America honor. AWARDS AnD HOnORS

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nATE ALLEn BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week - 9/10 Nagurski National Player of the Week - 9/11 Master Coaches Survey Game Ball - 9/11 DELBERT ALv LvARADO Lv vARADO BIG EAST Special Teams Player of the Week - 10/14 mikE FORD BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Week - 11/19 Honorable Mention Freshman All-American -TSN mATT gROTHE BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll - 9/10, 10/14, 11/11 zAcH HERmAnn Honorable Mention Freshman All-American -TSN mikE JEnkinS First Team All-American - AFCA Second Team All-American - The Sporting News, CFN Third Team All-American - Associated Press ESPN.com All Film First Team All-BIG EAST First Team Defense Thorpe Award Semifinalist BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll - 11/4 cARLTOn miTcHELL Honorable Mention Freshman All-American -TSN BEn mOFFiTT Third Team All-American - Associated Press All-BIG EAST First Team Defense Butkus Semifinalist Lott Trophy Quarterfinalist Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week - 9/30 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week - 10/1 Nagurski National Defensive Player of the Week - 10/2 TyROnE mckEnziE All-BIG EAST Second Team Defense JEROmE mURPHy BIG EAST Honor Roll - 11/18 Ry n ScHmiDT RyA All-BIG EAST Second Team Offense

gEORgE SELvi EL E ELvi All-America First Team (AFCA, AP, CBSSportsline, CFN, ESPN, FWAA, SI.com, Walter Camp, Rivals.com) BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year Bill Willis Trophy Award Winner Bronko Nagurski Award Finalist Ted Hendricks Award Finalist BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll - 9/3, 10/14, 11/4 Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week - 9/23 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week - 9/24 ESPN.com - Midseason BIG EAST MVP - 10/10 SI.com- Midseason All-American - 10/11 Rivals Midseason National Defensive MVP - 10/11 BEn WiLLiAmS BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll - 10/8 TRAE WiLLiAmS Honorable Mention All-American - SI.com All-BIG EAST Second Team Defense BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll - 11/25

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George Selvie

2007 Season Review >> game 1: USF 28, Elon 13

Raymond James stadium • ttampa, Fla. septembeR 1, 2007 • 7 pm • espn Gameplan • catch 47 usF 1-0 • elon 0-1 ScORing By qUARTERS USF Elon

1 0 0

Attendance: 33,639

2 7 3

3 14 3

4 7 7

F 28 13

Time: 3:31

Second quarter USF - Ford 1-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left 12:40. Drive: 10 plays, 73 yards, 3:43. (USF 7, Elon 0). Elon - Wilcox 37-yard field goal. Time left: 10:21. Drive: 7 plays, 56 yards, 2:19. (USF 7, Elon 3). Third quarter USF - Ford 21-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 10:35. Drive: 7 plays, 68 yards, 2:35. (USF 14, Elon 3). Elon - Wilcox 37-yard field goal. Time left: 4:37. Drive: 16 plays, 60 yards, 5:58. (USF 14, Elon 3). USF - Jackson 24-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 3:04. Drive: 7 plays, 64 yards, 1:33. (USF 21, Elon 6). Fourth quarter USF - Ford 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 7:22. Drive: 4 plays, 59 yards, 1:00. (USF 28, Elon 6). Elon - Hudgins 26-yard pass from Riddle (Wilcox kick). Time left: 3:22. Drive: 10 plays, 72 yards, 4:00 (USF 28, Elon 13). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

Elon 19 30-74 226 34-55-1 259 7-40.9 0-0 4-69 0-0 7-60 1-1 2-11 4-21 1-2 34:59

USF 19 33-175 238 23-39-0 373 7-35.4 4-19 3-11 1-0 9-89 2-2 6-28 7-15 0-1 25:01

(AP) -- On the strength of three touchdowns from Mike Ford and a defensive effort led by George Selvie's four sacks, the University of South Florida football team defeated the Elon Phoenix, 28-13, Saturday night at Raymond James Stadium. The four sacks from Selvie ties the USF single-game record set by Shurron Pierson in 2002 against Southern Miss. On the offensive front, the Bulls’ first score of the 2007 season featured Matt Grothe rolling out to his left and connecting with a wide open Ford on a 1-yard pass at the end of a 10-play, 73-yard drive with 12:40 left in the second quarter. Elon broke through at the 10:21 mark in the second quarter on a 37-yard field goal by kicker Andrew Wilcox. The drive was highlighted by a 41-yard pass from quarterback Scott Riddle to wideout Michael Mayers, which set up the score after the Phoenix moved the ball 56 yards in seven plays that only took 2:19. The Bulls ended another Phoenix drive with 4:12 left in the second quarter as Nate Allen registered his first-career interception on a pass from Riddle on the 4-yard line. In the first half, USF gained seven first downs, while Elon managed three. The Phoenix gained only 12 net yards on five carries while the Bulls managed 37 yards on 13 carries. Grothe completed 14 passes on 25 attempts for 122 yards and a touchdown. His counterpart, Riddle, posted similar numbers with 16 completions on 22 attempts for 115 yards. Taurus Johnson led the Bulls in receiving in the first half with four catches for 45 yards.. At 10:35 in the third, Ford broke free for a 21-yard run and his second touchdown of the night. Delbert Alvarado tacked on his second extra point to make it a 14-3 USF advantage. USF took a 14-point lead with 3:04 left in the third as Grothe found Amarri Jackson at in the third for a 24-yard completion. Jackson eluded two tackles to find the end zone. Alvarado added the extra point to make the score 21-6. Elon stayed close until Ford eliminated any chance for a comeback when he broke a tackle to race 48 yards to set up his 1-yard touchdown run with just over seven minutes to go. The Sarasota native averaged nearly 14 yards per carry on six attempts in the game. Grothe completed a fine night and was 23-of-39 passing for 238 yards, with two TDs and no interceptions. Wilcox kicked a pair of 37-yard field goals for Elon and the Phoenix made it interesting in the closing minutes when Riddle threw a 28-yard TD pass to Terrell Hudgins to finish a 10-play, 72-yard drive. Elon recovered the ensuing onside kick, but the Bulls' defense stepped up and prevented it from advancing the ball to the close the game out.

ELOn

Rushing T.J. Clegg Brandon Newsome Michael Mayers Scott Riddle

Att 13 3 2 12

y yds 32 11 4 -14

cmp 33 1

y yds 210 16

Receiving Terrell Hudgins Michael Mayers Brandon Newsome T.J. Clegg Matt Leddy J. Blackwell Sean Jeffcoat Scott Riddle

no 14 8 4 3 2 2 1 0

y yds 92 82 17 19 14 5 5 -8

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 26 41 16 13 9 6 5 0

Punting Brandon Lane

no 7

y yds 286

Avg 40.9

Lg 51

Punt Returns None

y yds

kickoff Returns Michael Mayers T.J. Clegg

no 2 2

y yds 28 41

Passing Scott Riddle Lance Camp

Att 24 1

TD 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 8 5 10 5 int 1 0

Lg 41 16

USF

Rushing Mike Ford Benjamin Williams Matt Grothe Taurus Johnson Jamar Taylor Aston Samuels Carlton Mitchell Passing Matt Grothe

Att 6 10 8 1 3 2 1 Att 39

cmp 23

y yds 83 35 22 5 4 3 3 y yds 238

TD 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 2

int 0

Lg 27

Receiving Taurus Johnson Amarri Jackson Carlton Mitchell Courtney Denson Benjamin Williams Jamar Taylor Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Aston Samuels

no 6 4 4 2 2 1 1 1 1

y yds 59 63 32 35 20 10 9 5 4

TD 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 23 24 16 27 16 10 9 5 4

Punting Justin Teachey

no 7

y yds 248

Avg 35.4

Lg 41

Lg 0 23

Punt Returns Amarri Jackson

no 4

y yds 19

Lg 14

kickoff Returns Benjamin Williams

no 1

y yds 11

Lg 11

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7 - Corey Weaver, Assisted Tackles: 2 - Corey Weaver, Total Tackles: 8 - Corey Weaver, Sacks: 1 - Joey Hall, 1 - Team, Interceptions: None

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8 - Tyrone McKenzie, Assisted Tackles: 8 - Ben Moffitt , Total Tackles: 12 - Tyrone McKenzie, Sacks: 4 - George Selvie, Interceptions: 1 - Nate Allen

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2007 Season Review << game 2: USF 26, no. 17/13 AUbUrn 23 (oT) JoRdan-haRe stadium • aubuRn, ala. septembeR 8, 2007 • 8 pm centRal • espn2 usF 2-0 • aubuRn 2-1 ScORing By qUARTERS 1 2 USF 14 0 #17/13 Auburn 3 14 Attendance: 82,617

3 0 0

4 6 3

OT 6 3

F 26 23

Time: 3:41

First quarter USF - Grothe1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 9:02. Drive: 5 plays, 45 yards, 1:48. (USF 7, Auburn 0). Auburn - Bynum 49-yard field goal. Time left: 4:19. Drive: 9-48-2:56. (USF 7, Auburn 3). USF - Ford 2-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 1:56. Drive: 7-69-2:23. (USF 14, Auburn 3). Second quarter Auburn - Fannin 4-yard run (Bynum kick). Time left: 14:15. Drive: 7 plays, 65 yards, 2:41. (USF 14, Auburn 10). Auburn - McKenzie 3-yard pass from Cox (Bynum kick). Time left: 00:29. Drive: 8 plays, 37 yards, 3:29. (Auburn 17, USF 14). Fourth quarter USF - Alvarado 38-yard field goal. Time left: 7:46. Drive: 11 plays, 44 yards, 3:35. (USF 17, Auburn 17). Auburn - Bynum 46-yard field goal. Time left: 2:59. Drive: 9 plays, 51 yards, 3:19. (Auburn 20, USF 17). USF - Alvarado 19-yard field goal. Time left: 00:55. Drive: 6 plays, 30 yards, 1:59. (USF 17, Auburn 17). Overtime Auburn - Bynun 39-yard field goal. 4 plays, 2 yards, 0:00 (Auburn 23, USF 20). USF - Hester 14-yard pass from Grothe. 6 plays, 25 yards, 0:00 (USF 26, Auburn 23).

Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

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Auburn 16 35-125 165 16-35-2 290 5-44.0 3-43 5-130 0-0 7-55 3-3 3-36 2-13 1-2 27:16

USF 18 52-135 184 18-27-0 319 6-42.8 4-45 5-133 2-45 7-60 0-0 2-6 4-17 1-1 32:44

(AP) -- These USF upsets should no longer be a surprise. Jesse Hester Jr. caught a 14-yard touchdown pass from Matt Grothe to lift the Bulls to a 26-23 overtime win over No. 17 Auburn Saturday night and give USF a victory over a ranked team each of the last three seasons. “I had to make a play,” Hester said.“All day, all week, [the coaches] talked about making big plays. That’s all they were talking about, man.” That big play helped USF (2-0) survive a game dominated by turnovers and missed kicks. However the win came didn’t matter to the tiny contingent of Bulls fans celebrating in a corner of an otherwise quickly emptied stadium. They should be getting used to this since their team had beaten highly ranked West Virginia and Louisville in the past two seasons. The Bulls got their first victory over Southeastern Conference team and are now 6-0 in OT. Auburn freshman Wes Byrum made a 39-yard field goal to start overtime and then Grothe took over. He ran three times, including a sneak on fourth-and-1. Then, on the next play he hit Hester behind the defense for the game-winner on a corner route that hadn’t come open on several previous attempts. “We were hoping for it all night long,” Grothe said.“We tried to run that play all night. It was a [heck] of a call by coach and a big-time play.” The Tigers (2-0) committed five turnovers, but the Bulls couldn’t turn any of them into points.“We beat ourselves,” said Cox, who was intercepted twice.“You can’t win games like that. I apologize to our defense. When we weren’t turning the ball over, we put together some good drives.” rothe made sure the Bulls didn’t have to put the game on struggling kicker Delbert Alvarado in overtime. He had missed four attempts in the second half. Auburn gained only two yards on its overtime possession, with a run by Ben Tate and back-to-back incompletions by Brandon Cox. In the end, it was another stalled drive. Already playing without linebacker Tray Blackmon and safety Aairon Savage, Auburn also lost cornerback Jonathan Wilhite (hamstring) and linebacker Merrill Johnson (shoulder) during the game to injuries. “We were so beat up we played our second-team linebackers and secondary in the second half,” coach Tommy Tuberville said.“There are no excuses. Our defense fought hard. We can win the way we are playing defensively.” The teams had swapped late field goals to force the extra play. Byrum kicked a 46-yarder with 2:54 left for a 20-17 lead after Cox completed 4-of-5 passes for 50 yards on the drive. But the Bulls quickly smothered the Tigers’ excitement. Jerome Murphy raced 59 yards down the left sideline on the kick return to Auburn’s 32. The Bulls moved to Auburn’s two on a run and two completions by Grothe, but had to settle for Alvarado’s 19-yard field goal with 55 seconds left. The Tigers let the clock run down after failing to move the ball on its next two plays. Grothe completed 18-of-27 passes for 184 yards and also rushed for 31 yards and a touchdown. Cox struggled badly most of the game, going 16-for-35 for 165 yards. Both teams made plenty of mistakes to take the game to overtime. Mike Jenkins picked off a pass by Cox and returned it to the Auburn three with 7:28 left to play after the Bulls tied the game on a 38-yard field goal by Alvarado. But the Tigers pushed them back a yard on three plays and Alvarado missed a 21-yarder, his fourth miss of the second half -- including three potential game-tying kicks in the final seven minutes of the third quarter. Alvarado’s first two attempts went wide left and his third was blocked by Sen’Derrick Marks. “There’s no question that’s a big win for us,” USF coach Jim Leavitt said.“There was so much adversity in the game. What I was most proud of was the way they kept battling and fighting.” The Bulls had stunned the Auburn fans by jumping ahead 14-3 on a 2-yard touchdown run by Mike Ford -- a former Alabama signee -- late in the first quarter.” Auburn redshirt freshman tailback Mario Fannin, who provided a spark early in his first career action on offense, fumbled on consecutive carries late inside Auburn’s 25 to set up two of the attempts.

AUBURn Rushing Mario Fannin Ben Tate Robert Dunn Brandon Cox Carl Stewart

Att 14 14 1 5 1

y yds 62 61 6 3 -7

cmp 16

y yds 165

Receiving Carl Stewart Prechae Rodriguez Rodgeriqus Smith Gabe McKenzie Robert Dunn Montez Billings Chris Slaughter

no 3 3 3 3 2 1 1

y yds 45 35 34 27 15 5 4

TD 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

Lg 30 16 19 19 8 5 4

Punting Robert Tatum Ryan Shoemaker

no 3 2

y yds 115 105

Avg 38.3 52.5

Lg 40 53

Punt Returns Robert Dunn

no 3

y yds 43

Lg 24

kickoff Returns Tommy Trott Patrick Lee Mario Fannin Ben Tate

no 1 1 2 1

y yds 10 25 71 24

Lg 10 25 37 24

Passing Brandon Cox

Att 35

TD 1 0 0 0 0 TD 1

Lg 15 36 6 9 0 int 2

Lg 30

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Eric Brock, Assisted Tackles: 9 - Chris Evans, Total Tackles: 14 - Chris Evans, Sacks: 1 - Pat Sims, Amtonio Coleman, Antoine Carter, interceptions: None Sacks: 1 - Joey Hall, 1 - Team

USF

Rushing Mike Ford Matt Grothe Benjamin Williams Jamar Taylor Taurus Johnson Aston Samuels Passing Matt Grothe

Att 21 18 5 5 1 2 Att 27

cmp 18

y yds 74 31 18 8 4 0 y yds 184

TD 1 1 0 0 0 0 TD 1

int 0

Lg 20 27 19 3 4 1 Lg 23

Receiving Jessie Hester Taurus Johnson Amarri Jackson Ben Busbee Mike Ford Carlton Mitchell Jamar Taylor Marcus Edwards

no 6 4 2 2 1 1 1 1

y yds 64 57 32 8 11 4 4 4

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 18 23 20 6 11 4 4 4

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 6

y yds 257

Avg 42.8

Lg 54

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 4

y yds 45

Lg 29

kickoff Returns Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

no 2 3

y yds 22 111

Lg 12 59

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Brouce Mompremier, Nate Allen, Trae Williams Assisted Tackles: 6 - Brouce Mompremier, Total Tackles: 12 - Brouce Mompremier, Sacks: 1.5 - George Selvie, interceptions: 1 - Nate Allen, Mike Jenkins

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:29 PM

Amarri Jackson

2007 Season Review >> game 3: no. 23/24 USF 37, norTh CArolinA 10 Raymond James stadium • ttampa, Fla. septembeR 22, 2007 • noon centRal • espn usF 3-0 • unc 1-3 ScORing By qUARTERS 1 #23/24 USF 14 north carolina 0 Attendance: 37,693

2 6 3

3 10 0

4 7 7

F 37 10

Time: 3:21

First quarter USF - Ford 4-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 11:37. Drive: 9 plays, 78 yards, 3:23. (USF 7, UNC 0). USF - Amarri Jackson 12-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:02. Drive: 10 plays, 83 yards, 3:44. (USF 14, UNC 0). Second quarter Unc - Barth 40-yard field goal. Time left: 13:35. Drive: 11 plays, 57 yards, 4:10. (USF 14, UNC 3). USF - Alvarado 32-yard field goal. Time left: 11:26. Drive: 7 plays, 59 yards, 2:09. (USF 17, UNC 3). USF - Alvarado 23-yard field goal. Time left: :03. Drive: 5 plays, 30 yards, 0:40. (USF 20, UNC 3). Third quarter USF - Alvarado 40-yard field goal. Time left: 10:13. Drive: 4 plays, -5 yards, 1:16. (USF 23, UNC 3). USF - Williams 5-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 3:28. Drive: 7 plays, 33 yards, 3:18. (USF 30, UNC 3). Fourth quarter USF - Taylor 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:10, Drive: 10 plays, 38 yards, 3:53. (USF 37, UNC 3). Unc - Houston 5-yard run (Barth kick). Time left: 1:04. Drive: 11 plays, 62 yards, 5:06. (USF 37, UNC 10).

Unc 11 35-79 85 11-27-4 164 6-37.8 1-11 7-170 0-0 7-41 0-0 1-11 4-15 0-1 26:06

USF 26 52-194 234 18-33-0 428 7-50.0 5-34 2-55 4-62 7-55 4-3 4-27 9-19 2-3 33-54

(AP) -- So much for the notion that No. 23 USF might get caught looking ahead. The rapidly rising Bulls validated their first Top 25 ranking with a dominating 37-10 victory over North Carolina, setting themselves up for the much-anticipated BIG EAST showdown against No. 5 West Virginia. Matt Grothe led long touchdown drives on USF’s first two possessions, while the Bulls’ swarming defense forced four turnovers and kept the young, rebuilding Tar Heels out of the end zone until just over a minute remained. Grothe completed 17 of 30 passes for 230 yards and one touchdown before being replaced by backup Grant Gregory in the fourth quarter. The Bulls (3-0) also rushed for 194 yards and outgained North Carolina (1-3) 428-164 overall. The Bulls, in only their 11th season, cracked the Top 25 for the first time, largely on momentum generated by last year’s 9-4 finish and a 26-23 overtime victory at then-No. 17 Auburn two weeks ago. All week long, coach Jim Leavitt and his players insisted that the ranking, and the buzz it has created around campus, would not effect their preparation for North Carolina, which has lost three straight after winning its first game under new coach Butch Davis. The Bulls marched 78 yards after the opening kickoff to take a 7-0 lead on Mike Ford’s 5-yard touchdown run, then moved 83 yards in 10 plays on their next possession to go up 14-0 on Grothe’s 12-yard scoring pass to Amarri Jackson. North Carolina lost its previous two games to East Carolina and Virginia by a total of five points. Redshirt freshman T.J. Yates threw for over 300 yards in both of those losses, however he found it much more difficult to throw against a USF secondary led by cornerbacks Trae Williams and Mike Jenkins. The Tar Heels forced two fumbles by Grothe, but both times Yates - harassed all day by a relentless pass rush - turned the ball back over to USF on interceptions that set up field goals by Delbert Alvarado. The quarterback’s third interception, on a play when he was flushed out of the pocket, led to Benjamin Williams’ 5-yard TD run that put USF up 30-3 late in the third quarter. Yates finished 11 of 27 for 85 yards and four interceptions. Ryan Houston scored North Carolina’s only touchdown on a 5-yard run with 1:04 left.

nORTH cAROLinA Rushing Ryan Houston Johnny White Anthonyny Elzy Team T.J. Yates

Att 11 13 2 1 8

y yds 43 36 3 -1 -2

cmp 11

y yds 85

Receiving Nate Hicks Brooks Foster Zack Pianalto Ed Barham Brandon Tate Bobby Rome Anthonyny Elzy

no 3 2 2 1 1 1 1

y yds 32 22 8 7 6 6 4

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 20 12 5 7 6 6 4

Punting Terrence Brown

no 6

y yds 227

Avg 37.8

Lg 45

Punt Returns Brandon Tate

no 1

y yds 11

Lg 11

kickoff Returns Tommy Trott Patrick Lee Mario Fannin Ben Tate

no 1 1 2 1

y yds 10 25 71 24

Lg 10 25 37 24

Passing T.J. Yates

Att 27

TD 1 0 0 0 0 TD 0

Lg 9 10 2 0 14 int 4

Lg 20

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8 - Durell Mapp Assisted Tackles: 3 - Durel Mapp, Deunta Williams Total Tackles: 9.5 - Durell Mapp Sacks: 1 - Hilee Taylor interceptions: None

USF

Rushing Benjamin Williams Aston Samuels Matt Grothe Grant Gregory Jamar Taylor Mike Ford Amarri Jackson Team Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory

Att 15 6 12 4 6 6 1 2 Att 30 3

cmp 17 1

y yds 64 36 35 23 21 13 5 -3 y yds 230 4

TD 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 TD 1 0

int 0 0

Lg 16 14 13 14 10 9 5 0 Lg 32 4

Receiving Amarri Jackson Taurus Johnson Jessie Hester Jamar Taylor Cedric Hill Benjamin Williams Edner Alcin Courtney Denson Carlton Mitchell Dontavia Bogan

no 4 3 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

y yds 33 34 34 20 32 27 26 15 9 4

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 12 16 16 11 32 27 26 15 9 4

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 2

y yds 100

Avg 50.0

Lg 51

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 5

y yds 34

Lg 27

kickoff Returns Taurus Johnson Moise Plancher

no 1 1

y yds 33 22

Lg 33 22

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Carlton Williams Assisted Tackles: 7 - Tyrone McKenzie, Total Tackles: 10 - Tyrone McKenzie, Sacks: 3 - George Selvie, interceptions: - 1 Ben Moffitt, Louis Gachette, Brouce Mompremier, Trae Williams

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2007 Season Review << game 4: no. 18 USF 21, no. 5 WEST EST VirginiA 13 Raymond James stadium • ttampa, Fla. • espn2 octobeR 28, 2007 • 8 pm usF 4-0 (1-0) • West ViRGinia 3-1 (0-1) ScORing By qUARTERS 1 #5 West virginia 0 #18 USF 7 Attendance: 67,012

2 3 7

3 3 7

4 7 0

F 13 21

Time: 3:12

First quarter USF - Moffitt 26-yard interception return (Alvarado kick). Time left: 1:13. (USF 7, WVU 0). Second quarter USF - Mitchell 55-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 9:43. Drive 3 plays, 57 yards, 1:31. (USF 14, WVU 0). WvU - Pat McAfee 36-yard field goal. Time left: :03. Drive: 15 plays, 62 yards, 6:09. (USF 14, WVU 3). Third quarter USF - Taylor 19-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 10:14. Drive: 13 plays, 74 yards, 4:46. (USF 21, WVU 3). WvU - McAfee 35-yard field goal. Time left: 5:54. Drive: 10 plays, 62 yards, 4:20. (USF 21, WVU 6). Fourth quarter WvU - Reynaud 9-yard pass from Brown (McAfee kick). Time left: 5:45. Drive: 12 plays, 85 yards, 5:17. (USF 21, WVU 13).

WvU 21 48-188 249 23-38-3 437 3-39.3 2-15 3-60 2-39 1-11 5-3 1-15 5-17 3-6 34:38

USF 13 38-135 135 11-20-2 274 5-41.4 2-15 4-77 3-35 5-40 3-2 3-17 6-14 1-1 25:22

(AP) -- Hundreds of jubilant students vaulted from a wall behind the north end zone, ignoring the public address announcer’s plea to celebrate in the stands rather than storm the field. No. 18 USF is not only basking in the national spotlight, the Bulls are thriving in it. “It doesn’t get much better than this,” USF safety Nate Allen said after Friday night’s 21-13 upset of No. 5 West Virginia.“It’s a great feeling.Words can’t describe it.” Matt Grothe upstaged West Virginia stars Pat White and Steve Slaton for the second straight year, and rapidly rising USF proved last year’s victory over the Mountaineers in Morgantown was anything but a fluke. Grothe scrambled to avoid a sack before throwing a 55-yard touchdown pass to Carlton Mitchell, and Ben Moffitt returned one of his two interceptions 26 yards for a TD to lead a stellar defensive performance in the BIG EAST opener. “It’s a huge statement win,” Moffitt said.“It’s something we’ve got to do to put this program where it’s supposed to go.” West Virginia (4-1, 0-1) averaged 357 yards rushing in its first four games, but only managed 188 on the ground after surprisingly opening the game throwing on seven of its first 11 offensive plays. The Mountaineers lost White late in the second quarter after the junior quarterback took a helmet to his right thigh on a running play. He limped off the field and remained on the sideline, but did not return. “He couldn’t get it loose,”West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez said, adding that’s he not sure if White will be able to play next week at Syracuse. Slaton, the other half of West Virginia’s explosive tandem, was held to 54 yards rushing on 13 carries and fumbled twice. The running back also had a poorly thrown pass glance off him and wind up in the hands of Moffitt for the linebacker’s second interception -- and the Mountaineers’ sixth turnover. White’s backup, Jarrett Brown, threw a 9-yard TD pass to Darius Reynaud to trim West Virginia’s deficit to 21-13 with 5:45 remaining. Brown had the Mountaineers on the move again when USF (4-0, 1-0) held them on downs at the Bulls 40 in the final minute.“The guys seemed focused. For whatever reason we just did not move the ball well,” Rodriguez said.“We’re not going to point any fingers. We’ve got to start playing at a high level again.” The victory before a record crowd for a USF home game (67,012) figures to propel the Bulls to unprecedented heights for a program that has only been in existence for 11 seasons. They moved up to the Football Bowl Subdivision, formerly known as Division I-A, in 2001 and entered the Top 25 for the first time two weeks ago. “It’s a big win for everybody around here,” USF coach Jim Leavitt said as he waved his left arm toward the on-field celebration.“Pretty neat stuff.” Although many will view the result as an upset, USF is not a stranger to taking down ranked opponents. The Bulls upset Louisville at home two years ago and knocked West Virginia out of contention for a BCS bowl berth with a 24-19 upset at Morgantown last November. They moved to the brink of cracking the Top 25 for the first time with a 26-23 overtime victory at Auburn earlier this month. In the days leading up to the much-anticipated conference showdown, Rodriguez and his Mountaineers played down redemption as extra motivation, saying their focus was solely on playing better than a year ago. It didn’t happen. In the first half alone, USF forced three fumbles -- two by Slaton -- and defensive end Jarriett Buie hit White as he released the pass that Moffitt intercepted with a clear path to the end zone. The Mountaineers also hurt themselves with other costly mistakes, including a bad snap that contributed to Slaton’s second fumble and another errant snap that sailed over Brown’s head and forced West Virginia to settle for a field goal that trimmed their deficit to 14-3 just before the half. USF might have put the game away much earlier if not for four turnovers -- two fumbles and two interceptions -- of its own in the opening half. White limped off the field with 1:49 remaining in the second quarter after being tackled after an 18-yard run to the USF 17. He completed 12 of 18 passes for 100 yards and was intercepted once. An even more dangerous threat to run, White gained 36 yards rushing on nine attempts. Grothe was 9-of-17 for 120 yards and two interceptions. He and Jamar Taylor, who scored on a 19-yard run to make it 21-3 in the third quarter, led USF in rushing with 48 yards apiece. “It’s a good win for us but I don’t want to get ahead of myself. I really don’t,” said Leavitt, who had already turned his focus to next week’s opponent, Florida Atlantic.“We’ve got to improve in a lot of ways. I just want to focus in on trying to get ready for FAU.”

WEST viRginiA Rushing Jarrett Brown Steve Slaton Noel Devine Pat White Owen Schmitt Darius Reynaud

Att 15 13 4 9 5 1

y yds 61 54 36 36 19 -1

cmp 11 12

y yds 149 100

Receiving Dorrell Jalloh Darius Reynaud Brandon Hogan Wes Lyons Jock Sanders Owen Schmitt Tito Gonzales Steve Slaton

no 5 5 4 3 2 2 1 1

y yds 87 47 10 48 8 4 32 13

TD 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 43 26 6 20 5 9 32 13

Punting Pat McAfee

no 3

y yds 118

Avg 39.3

Lg 42

Punt Returns Vaughn Rivers

no 2

y yds 15

Lg 13

kickoff Returns Vaughn Rivers Noel Devine

no 1 2

y yds 24 36

Lg 24 26

Passing Jarrett Brown Pat White

Att 20 18

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 27 14 37 18 19 0 int 2 1

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7 - Quinton Andrews, Reed Williams, Assisted Tackles: 2 Reed Williams, Total Tackles: 8 - Quinton Andrews, Sacks: 1 - Johnny Dingle, interceptions: 1 - Ellis Lankster, Ryan Mundy

122

Lg 43 28

USF

Rushing Jamar Taylor Mike Ford Matt Grothe Benjamin Williams Team Passing Matt Grothe

Att 15 5 13 2 38 Att 20

cmp 11

y yds 58 42 38 7 139 y yds 135

TD 1 0 0 0 1 TD 1

int 2

Lg 19 35 16 7 35 Lg 55

Receiving Benjamin Williams Amarri Jackson Taurus Johnson Carlton Mitchell Cedric Hill Marcus Edwards

no 3 3 2 1 1 1

y yds 23 15 23 55 14 5

TD 0 0 0 1 0 0

Lg 16 7 13 55 14 5

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 5

y yds 207

Avg 41.4

Lg 57

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 2

y yds 15

Lg 11

kickoff Returns Benjamin Williams Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

no 1 1 2

y yds 13 20 44

Lg 13 20 22

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8 - Carlton Williams, Assisted Tackles: 4 - Brouce Mompremier, Total Tackles: 11 - Carlton Williams, Sacks: 1 - George Selvie, Allen Cray, Richard Clebert, interceptions: 2 - Ben Moffitt

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:32 PM

Ben Williams

2007 Season Review >> game 5: no. 6/9 USF 35, FAU 23 lockhaRt stadium • FoRt laudeRdale, Fla. octobeR 6, 2007 • 3:30 pm • espnu usF 5-0 • Fau 3-2 ScORing By qUARTERS # 6/ 9 USF FAU

1 7 0

Attendance: 21,106

2 0 7

3 14 10

4 14 6

F 35 23

Time: 3:40

First quarter USF - Williams 5-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 0:13. Drive: 7 plays, 62 yards, 2:24. (USF 7, FAU 0). Second quarter FAU - Gent 12-yard pass from Smith (Leroy kick). Time left: 0:44. Drive 4 plays, 11 yards, 1:44. (USF 7, FAU 7). Third quarter USF - Williams 9-yard run. (Alvarado kick). Time left: 12:00. Drive: 9 plays, 76 yards, 3:00. (USF 14, FAU 7). FAU - Harmon 5-yard pass from Smith (Leroy kick). Time left: 9:41. Drive: 8 plays, 59 yards, 2:19. (USF 14, FAU 14). USF - Grothe 32-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 4:22. Drive 6 plays, 54 yards, 2:41. (USF 21, FAU 14). FAU - Leroy 22-yard field goal. Time left: 0:50. Drive: 9 plays, 62 yards, 3:32. (USF 21, FAU 17). Fourth quarter USF - Williams 54-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 9:54. Drive: 1 play, 54 yards, 0:14. (USF 28, FAU 14). FAU - Edgecomb 47-yard pass from Smith (Leroy kick). Time left: 6:42. Drive: 9 plays, 80 yards, 3:12. (USF 28, FAU 23). USF - Williams 9-yard run (Alvarado kick), Time left: 0:29. Drive: 3 plays, 21 yards, 1:09. (USF 35, FAU 23).

FAU 22 35-152 259 23-47-1 411 6-34.2 3-6 4-118 1-28 7-64 1-0 0-0 7-19 0-2 32:28

USF 18 44-302 122 17-27-1 424 6-43.2 1-1 5-98 1-0 5-39 3-3 1-10 4-12 1-2 27:32

(AP) -- One yellow and green sign summed it up best: USF, the only Undefeated School in Florida. Benjamin Williams and Matt Grothe made sure it stayed that way. Williams ran for 186 yards and four touchdowns, Grothe added 120 yards rushing and a score and No. 6 USF held off fellow upstart Florida Atlantic 35-23 on Saturday. The Bulls, playing with their highest ranking in school history, might even move up another notch after Illinois upset No. 5 Wisconsin. Then again, the lofty ranking was nearly short-lived. USF (5-0) committed four turnovers for the second straight game and gave FAU two chances to muster a game-winning drive. But Williams and Grothe did enough to overcome the mistakes.“For us to win this game with all those turnovers is remarkable,” USF coach Jim Leavitt said. Williams had a 9-yard scoring run to break a 7-7 tie in the third quarter. Grothe made it 21-14 with a spinning, juking, tackle-breaking 32-yard run two possessions later. Williams’ third TD run was even better. He spun out of one tackle, broke two more and scampered 54 yards to make it 28-17 with about 10 minutes remaining.“I just got out there and ran the ball every time they gave it to me,” Williams said. “I just want to be consistent.” Florida Atlantic (3-3), playing its home games about 15 miles from campus at Lockhart Stadium, was more consistent throughout the game and didn’t quit against its first top-10 opponent. Rusty Smith hooked up with DiIvory Edgecomb for a 47-yard strike, cutting the lead to 28-23 with 6:42 to play. The Owls missed the 2-point conversion. FAU forced two punts in the closing minutes, but couldn’t sustain a final drive. Williams’ 9-yard score with 29 seconds remaining sealed the victory after FAU failed to convert on fourth down.“It’s a bittersweet defeat because we didn’t take advantage of all the opportunities we had to win the game,” FAU coach Howard Schnellenberger said.“The sweet part of it is that we played them as well as anybody has this season.” USF may have expected a letdown after its 21-13 victory over then-No. 5 West Virginia eight days ago. But few could have seen a near meltdown coming. Schnellenberger may have been one of them, especially after spending the last seven years building his FAU program in the mold of Leavitt’s team, which has been around 11 seasons. Both relative newcomers are certainly closing the gap on Florida, Florida State and Miami. The latest win for USF, though, came with two key injuries. Defensive end George Selvie, who entered the game leading the nation in sacks, had one on the first series. It gave him 10 1/2 on the season, breaking the single-season school record. He was injured a short time later and played sparingly the rest of the way.“I’m a little banged up, but I’ll be OK after some rehab,” Selvie said. Running back Jamar Taylor sprained his left ankle early and did not return. Williams and Grothe picked up the slack. Williams’ yardage, touchdowns and 25 carries all were career highs. He ran 19 times for 162 yards in the second half. Grothe carried 14 times, and completed 17 of 27 passes for 122 yards with an interception. Smith was 23-of-47 passing for 259 yards for FAU. He had three TD passes and an interception. “We did a lot of good things, but it’s hard to claim a moral victory when you had a chance to win the game,” Smith said. The Owls had several chances to build a big lead in the first half. But they missed three field goals and whiffed on what seemed like a sure sack. Grothe escaped two defenders on third-and-9, rolled right and found Amari Jackson for a 29-yard gain. The Bulls scored two plays later on Williams’ 6-yard TD run, taking a 7-0 lead late in the first quarter. The Bulls had three turnovers in the opening half, and FAU turned one of them into points. The Owls missed field goals after the other two. Warley Leroy was wide left from 36, 42 and 45 yards in all. “I don’t think we came out flat,” Grothe said.“A few early turnovers got us down and it took a while to get back up.”

FAU

Rushing Willie Rose Charles Pierre DiIvory Edgecomb B.J. Manley Rusty Smith

y yds 59 57 27 17 -8

cmp 23

y yds 259

Receiving Jason Harmon Cortez Gent DiIvory Edgecomb Chris Bonner Jamari Grant Rob Housler Conshario Johnson

no 7 7 3 2 2 1 1

y yds 82 61 74 30 0 7 5

TD 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

Lg 32 14 47 16 0 7 5

Receiving Amarri Jackson Cedric Hill Jessie Hester, Jr. Carlton Mitchell Jamar Taylor Benjamin Williams Taurus Johnson

no 6 3 2 2 2 1 1

y yds 60 24 16 8 1 9 4

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 29 14 11 8 1 9 4

Punting Keegan Peterson

no 6

y yds 205

Avg 34.2

Lg 44

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 6

y yds 259

Avg 43.2

Lg 55

Punt Returns Tavious Polo

no 3

y yds 6

Lg 9

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 1

y yds -1

Lg 0

kickoff Returns DiIvory Edgecomb

no 4

y yds 118

Lg 34

kickoff Returns Jerome Murphy Richard Kelly Brandon Peguese

no 3 1 1

y yds 75 7 16

Lg 37 7 16

Passing Rusty Smith

Att 47

TD 0 0 0 0 0 TD 3

Lg 14 23 25 12 1

USF

Att 10 12 4 5 4

int 1

Lg 47

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7 - Cergile Sincere, Assisted Tackles: 6 - Cergile Sincere, Total Tackles: 13 - Cergile Sincere, Sacks: None, interceptions: 1 - Corey Small

Rushing Benjamin Williams Matt Grothe Taurus Johnson Jamar Taylor Passing Matt Grothe

Att 25 14 2 3 Att 27

cmp 17

y yds 186 120 0 -4 y yds 122

TD 4 1 0 0 TD 0

int 1

Lg 29

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8 - Brouce Mompremier, Assisted Tackles: 8 - Tyrone McKenzie, Total Tackles: 11 - Tyrone McKenzie & Ben Moffitt, Sacks: 1 - George Selvie, interceptions: 1 - Trae Williams

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Aaron Harris

2007 Season Review << game 6: no. 5 USF 64, UCF 12 Raymond James stadium • tampa, Fla. octobeR 13, 2007 • noon • espnu usF 6-0 • ucF 3-3 ScORing By qUARTERS #5 USF UcF

1 12 7

Attendance: 65,598

2 17 3

3 14 0

4 21 2

F 64 12

Time: 3:44

First quarter USF - Alvarado 34-yard field goal. Time left: 8:48. Drive: 8 plays, 10 yards, 3:02. (USF 3, UCF 0). USF - Ford 3-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 7:25. Drive: 4 plays, 37 yards, 0:29. (USF 10, UCF 0). UcF - Israel 2-yard run (Torres kick). Time left: 4:21. Drive: 8 plays, 56 yards, 3:04. (USF 10, UCF 0). USF - Safety. Time left: 2:22. (USF 12, UCF 7). Second quarter USF - Grothe 6-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 14:52. Drive: 3 plays, 20 yards, 0:35. (USF 19, UCF 7). UcF - Torres 35-yard field goal. Time left: 7:26. Drive: 9 plays, 60 yards, 5:07. (USF 19, UCF 10). USF - Alvarado 33-yard field goal. Time left: 1:30. Drive: 7 plays, 33 yards, 2:42. (USF 22, UCF 10). USF - Johnson 9-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 0:02. Drive: 7 plays, 69 yards, 1:01. (USF 29, UCF 10). Third quarter USF - Grothe six-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 11:57. Drive: 8 plays, 64 yards, 3:03. (USF 36, UCF 10). USF - Hill 7-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:42. Drive: 8 plays, 31 yards, 3:31. (USF 43, UCF 10).

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(AP) -- USF coach Jim Leavitt doesn’t want to talk about the national title race. His fifth-ranked Bulls have to conquer the BIG EAST first. `Ì like to win more than I do lose, that I know. And I like the position we’re in right now, but I’m not thinking about all that other stuff. I’m really not,’’ Leavitt said after Saturday’s 64-12 rout of Central Florida. `Ì get distracted like everybody else, but I try to keep them to a minimum. We’ve only played one game in the BIG EAST, and our goal from the beginning was the BIG EAST championship. And I want to tell you something, it’s going to be a barn burner these next number of weeks.’’ Playing at home for the first time since climbing into the top 10, the Bulls showed they’re adjusting nicely to their new role of national title contender. The victory was their school record-tying eighth straight. George Selvie, the nation’s sack leader, led a swarming defense that corralled the nation’s leading rusher, and Matt Grothe threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more to help the Bulls (6-0) extend the best start in USF’s relatively brief football history. Kevin Smith, who began the day averaging 172 yards per game rushing for Central Florida, was limited to 55 on 18 carries. The junior, who had gained at least 100 in a UCF-record five straight games, spent much of the second half on the bench after the score got out of hand. USF’s defense extended its streak of not allowing a 100-yard rusher to 14 games. The Bulls haven’t allowed a back to reach the plateau since Ray Rice of Rutgers gained 212 against them early last season. `Ìt was a great challenge,’’ Selvie said, mindful that the Bulls face Rice again Thursday night. ``We love it, but we’ve got to keep it that way all season.’’ Grothe completed 15 of 28 passes for 212 yards, including TD throws of nine yards to Taurus Johnson and seven yards to Cedric Hill. He also scored on a pair of 6-yard runs before being replaced by Grant Gregory with USF leading 43-10 in the third quarter. Selvie continued his torrid start with four more tackles for losses, giving him a school single-season record 21 1/2 in six games. He had one sack, his total to 11 1/2, and also forced a fumble that led to Grothe’s first TD. UCF (3-3) turned the ball over three times in the first quarter, a continuation of a sloppy second-half performance the previous week at East Carolina. The Knights led that game 28-17 before five third-quarter turnovers contributed to a 52-38 loss. ``They took it to us today,’’ UCF coach George O’Leary said. ``Life goes on tomorrow, but it’s a disappointing loss from the standpoint of the amount of time we put in to try to get some things done right.’’ USF improved to 3-0 in the series that some fans refer to as the `Ì-4 War’’ because Interstate 4 is the main road connecting Tampa and Orlando. The schools, located less than 100 miles apart, are natural geographical rivals who didn’t meet for the first time until two years ago because of USF’s reluctance to commit to the idea. The teams will meet again in 2008, but the future of the series is uncertain after that. UCF, which dropped to 0-18 all-time against ranked opponents, dug a deep hole for itself in an error-filled first half. The Knights lost two fumbles and an interception to set up 17 points, and Smith lost his footing in his own end zone for a safety that helped USF build a 29-10 lead at the break. Grothe topped 100 yards rushing for the second straight week. The 6-foot, 213-pound sophomore broke two tackles on his 6-yard TD run in the second quarter, then spun out of the grasp of a defender to score again to put the Bulls up 36-10 early in the third. UCF benched quarterback Kyle Israel briefly in the second quarter, but backup Michael Greco didn’t have any better luck against a relentless pass rush. Israel finished 5-for-11 for 13 yards and one interception, while Greco was 6-of-16 for 71 yards. The Knights scored their only touchdown without putting the ball in the air, marching 63 yards on the ground with Smith carrying six times for 39 yards and Israel finishing the eight-play drive with a 2-yard run. `Ì can’t believe anybody would beat us like that,’’ Israel said. ``With a loss like this, really all you can do is move past it. ... You’ve just got to give credit to USF. They played like where they’re ranked.’’

UcF

Rushing Kevin Smith Curtis Francis Steven Baker Phillip Smith Michael Greco Kyle Israel

Att 18 5 1 2 2 2

y yds 55 34 4 -1 -5 -26

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0

cmp 6 5

y yds 71 13

Receiving Kevin Smith Brian Watters Rocky Ross Curtis Francis Sergio Joachim Phillip Smith

no 3 2 2 2 1 1

y yds 45 22 13 -4 10 -2

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 42 13 7 0 10 0 Lg 53

Fourth quarter USF - Johnson 9-yard pass from Gregory (Alvarado kick). Time left: 12:42. Drive: 6 plays, 53 yards, 2:39. (USF 50, UCF 10). UcF - Rashad safety. Time left: 6:47. (USF 50, UCF 12). USF - Mitchell 75-yard pass from Gregory (Alvarado kick). Time left: 5:06. Drive: 3 plays, 86 yards, 1:08. (USF 57, UCF 12). USF - Hester 28-yard pass from Severino (Alvarado kick). Time left: 2:16. Drive: 4 plays, 24 yards, 0:54. (USF 64, UCF 12).

Passing Michael Greco Kyle Israel

Punting Blake Clingan

no 11

y yds 463

Avg 42.1

Punt Returns Joe Burnett

no 3

y yds 4

Lg 2

kickoff Returns Curtis Francis Steven Baker A.J. Guyton Reggie Weams

no 7 1 1 1

y yds 184 11 22 9

Lg 31 11 22 9

UcF 12 40-61 84 11-27-1 145 11-42.1 3-4 10-226 0-0 7-54 2-2 1-13 2-15 1-1 31:24

USF 23 44-178 365 20-36-0 543 6-43.8 6-80 3-61 1-3 8-65 2-0 4-36 4-14 2-2 28:36

Att 16 11

TD 0 0

Lg 13 17 4 1 5 2 int 0 1

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 10 - Sha’Reff Rashad, Cory Hogue, Assisted Tackles: 2 Sha’Reff Rashad, Chance Henderson, Total Tackles: 11 - Sha’Reff Rashad, Sacks: 1 - Antonio Wallace, interceptions: None

Lg 42 7

USF

Rushing Matt Grothe Mike Ford Shawn Cannon Grant Gregory Mike Padilla Anthonyny Severino Aston Samuels Jamar Taylor Moise Plancher Taurus Johnson Benjamin Williams Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory Anthony Severino

Att 16 8 3 3 1 1 3 2 1 1 6 Att 28 6 2

cmp 15 4 1

y yds 100 39 17 8 6 5 3 1 1 -1 -1 y yds 212 125 28

TD 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 2 2 1

int 0 0 0

Lg 26 12 13 0 6 5 2 2 1 0 2 Lg 34 75 28

Receiving Taurus Johnson Benjamin Williams Carlton Mitchell Cedric Hill Amarri Jackson Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Ben Busbee Aston Samuels Dontavia Bogan

no 6 4 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

y yds 83 68 107 11 36 28 17 10 5 0

TD 2 0 1 1 0 12 0 0 0 0

Lg 34 31 75 7 36 28 17 10 5 0

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 6

y yds 263

Avg 43.8

Lg 55

Punt Returns Amarri Jackson Marcus Edwards

no 2 4

y yds 66 14

Lg 37 8

kickoff Returns Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

no 2 1

y yds 43 18

Lg 30 18

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Jerome Murphy, Mike Jenkins, Assisted Tackles: 4 - Ben Moffitt, Total Tackles: 9 - Ben Moffitt, Sacks: 3 - Aaron Harris, interceptions: 1 - Mike Jenkins

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:35 PM

Jessie Hester

2007 Season Review >> game 7: rUTgErS 30, no. 2/3 USF 27 RutGeRs stadium • piscataWay, n.J. octobeR 18, 2007 • 7:30 pm • espn usF 6-1 (1-1 biG east) • RutGeRs 5-2 (2-1 biG east) ScORing By qUARTERS # 2/3 USF Rutgers

1 10 3

Attendance: 44,267

2 7 10

3 3 14

4 7 3

F 27 30

Time: 3:50

First quarter Rutgers - Ito 26-yard field goal. Time left: 10:13. Drive: 12 plays, 72 yards, 4:52. (Rutgers 3, USF 0). USF - Alvarado 47-yard field goal. Time left: 6:27, Drive: 8 plays, 34 yards, 3:35. (USF 3, Rutgers 3). USF - Grothe 18-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 3:58. Drive: 5 plays, 57 yards, 1:31. (USF 10, Rutgers 3). Second quarter Rutgers - Underwood 3-yard pass from Teel (Ito kick). Time left: 13:02. Drive: 13 plays, 73 yards, 5:49. (USF 10, Rutgers 10). USF - Hester 28-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 7:10. Drive: 1 play, 18 yards, 0:21. (USF 17, Rutgers 10). Rutgers - Ito 40-yard field goal. Time left: 0:05. Drive: 10 plays, 48 yards, 1:01. (USF 17, Rutgers 13). Third quarter Rutgers - Underwood 69-yard pass from Teel (Ito kick). Time left: 12:02. Drive: 3 plays, 75 yards, 1:25. (Rutgers 20, USF 17). Rutgers - Brock 15-yard pass from DePaola (Ito kick). Time left: 4:09. Drive: 9 plays, 70 yards, 4:45. (Rutgers 27, USF 17). USF - Alvarado 34-yard field goal. Time left: 1:30. Drive: 10 plays, 62 yards, 2:38. (Rutgers 27, USF 20). Fourth quarter Rutgers - Ito 51-yard field goal. Time left: 11:59. Drive: 4 plays, 5 yards, 0:50. (Rutgers 30, USF 20). USF - Ford 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 9:16. Drive: 8 plays, 70 yards, 2:37. (Rutgers 30, USF 27). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

RU 18 42-170 230 13-32-0 400 5-35.6 2-4 4-104 1-0 5-40 3-3 7-60 6-16 2-2 31:23

USF 20 38-115 247 17-35-1 362 7-39.7 1-0 7-128 0-0 10-99 0-0 1-6 2-14 0-1 28:37

Despite forcing three turnovers and heading into halftime with a lead, the No. 2 University of South Florida football team was unable to escape Piscataway, N.J. with a win. The Bulls are in second place in the BIG EAST after the 30-27 loss to Rutgers. “Our first goal this season is to win the BIG EAST and that goal has not changed,” said USF head coach Jim Leavitt. “We are still right in the thick of things and will fight tooth and nail to bring that league championship to Tampa.” USF jumped out to a 10-3 in lead in the opening quarter behind a 47-yard field goal by Delbert Alvarado and an 18-yard run by Matt Grothe. Grothe has run for four touchdowns in the last three games and gained 118 yards rushing the ball. Grothe connected with WR Marcus Edwards three times in the first half as the Bulls moved the chains well in the opening session. “I thought our offense was doing some good things in the first half and that we had some rhythm going,” said Edwards. “We were able to find some seams in their defense.” The Bulls went into the half with a 17-13 lead despite allowing a late field goal by the Scarlet Knights. USF also lost seven points on a controversial replay of the blocked field goal. Tyrone McKenzie blocked the field goal and Nate Allen briefly recovered the ball before fumbling it up field. McKenzie attempted to scoop the ball up and lost control of it while being tackled from behind. Trae Williams finally secured the ball and took it to the house, but the play was called back and marked at the 39-yard line because the replay official ruled that McKenzie’s fumble was an illegal forward lateral. After two Rutgers scores, Delbert Alvarado converted from 34 yards and the Bulls cut their deficit to 24-20. Grothe engineered an eight play 70 yard drive that was capped off by a Mike Ford 1-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. The TD narrowed the margin to 30-27 win nine minutes to play in the game. The Bulls had three more possessions but were unable to advance the ball into field goal range.

RUTgERS Rushing Ray Rice Team Jabu Lovelace

Att 39 2 1

y yds 181 -5 -6

cmp 11 1 0 1 0

y yds 179 36 0 15 0

Receiving Tiquan Underwood Kevin Brock Kenny Britt James Townsend Tim Brown Chris Rudanovic

no 5 3 2 1 1 1

y yds 114 32 27 36 20 1

TD 2 1 0 0 0 0

Punting Jeremy Ito

no 5

y yds 178

Avg 35.6

Punt Returns Tim Brown

no 2

y yds 4

kickoff Returns Tim Brown James Townsend Dennis Campbell

no 1 2 1

y yds 32 54 18

Passing Mike Teel Jeremy Ito Team Andrew DePaolo Jabu Lovelace

Att 29 1 1 1 0

TD 0 0 0 TD 2 0 0 1 0

Lg 33 0 0 int 0 0 0 15 0

Lg 69 36 0 0 0

USF

Rushing Matt Grothe Benjamin Williams Mike Ford Jamar Taylor Passing Matt Grothe Team

Att 18 11 4 5 Att 34 1

cmp 17 0

y yds 58 44 9 4 y yds 247 0

TD 1 0 1 0 TD 1 0

int 1 0

Lg 33 0

Lg 69 15 20 36 20 1

Receiving Marcus Edwards Jessie Hester Jr. Dontavia Bogan Carlton Mitchell Courtney Denson Cedric Hill Amarri Jackson Benjamin Williams

no 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 1

y yds 50 55 52 36 21 23 8 2

TD 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 25 28 26 33 11 23 8 2

Lg 44

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 7

y yds 278

Avg 39.7

Lg 45

Lg 0

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 1

y yds 0

Lg 0

Lg 32 37 18

kickoff Returns Ryan Gilliam Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

no 3 1 3

y yds 44 24 60

Lg 18 24 25

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 4 - Courtney Greene, Zaire Kitchen, Jason McCourty, Assisted Tackles: 6 - Courtney Greene, Kevin Malast, Total Tackles: 10 - Courtney Greene, Sacks: 2 - Jamaal Westerman, interceptions: 1 - Zaire Kitchen

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Ben Moffitt, Assisted Tackles: 6 - Tyrone McKenzie, Carlton Mitchell, Total Tackles: 11 - Tyone McKenzie, Sacks: 1 - Tyrone McKenzie, interceptions: None

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2007 Season Review << game 8: UConn 22, no. 11/12 USF 15 RentschleR stadium • haRtFoRd, conn. octobeR 27, 2007 • 3:30 pm • abc usF 6-2 (1-2 biG east) • connecticut 7-1 (3-0 biG east)

ScORing By qUARTERS #11/12 USF connecticut

1 0 3

Attendance: 40,000

2 0 13

3 9 3

4 6 3

F 15 22

Time: 3:20

First quarter Uconn - Brouse 3-yard pass from Lorenzen (Cullen pass failed). Time left: 9:16. Drive: 14 plays, 80 yards, 5:44. (UConn 9, USF 0). Uconn - Lutrus 23-yard interception return (Ciaravino kick). Time left: 8:25. Drive: 0 plays, 23 yards, 0:00. (UConn 16, USF 0). Third quarter USF - Team safety. Time left: 6:07 (UConn 16, USF 2). USF - Grothe 10-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 5:38. Drive: 3 plays, 63 yards, 0:29. (UConn 16, USF 9). Uconn - Ciaravino 27-yard field goal. Time left:1:34. Drive: 12 plays, 51 yards, 4:04. (UConn 19, USF 9). Fourth quarter USF - Alvarado 47-yard field goal. Time left: 12:48. Drive: 10 plays, 52 yards, 3:46. (UConn 19, USF 12). USF - Alvarado 27-yard field goal. Time left: 7:37. Drive: 10 plays, 37 yards, 3:11. (UConn 19, USF 15). Uconn - Ciaravino 20-yard field goal. Time left: 5:19. Drive: 6 plays, 50 yards, 2:18. (UConn 22, USF 15).

USF 20 44-251 194 16-30-2 440 4-37.2 5-35 7-155 1-6 10-79 1-0 3-27 4-16 1-2 27:22

UcOnn 18 46-159 189 13-26-1 353 5-30.2 0-0 3-51 2-23 6-39 1-0 1-5 7-16 0-0 32:38

One of the most largest comebacks in University of South Florida football history fell 12 yards short. USF nearly battled all the back from a 16-0 halftime deficit before falling to UConn, 22-15, at Rentschler Field in Hartford. USF’s offense caught fire in the second half behind the legs and arm of sophomore QB Matt Grothe. Grothe ran for a career high 146 yards with 100 coming in the second half. On the Bulls’ third possession of the second half, Grothe popped off a 53-yard run to put the Bulls within the 10 yard line. The run was the longest of his career and included several broken tackles. “I was just able to slip out of a couple tackles and find some space in the secondary,” said Grothe. He found more space on the next play, a QB draw that he scored on from 10 yards out. “We finally got some momentum going there,” said USF head coach Jim Leavitt.“Matt was phenomenal all game long and they really had some trouble with him on that drive.” Grothe’s score was setup when Jerome Murphy blocked a punt deep in UConn territory. The loose ball rolled into the end zone and eluded the grasp of Tyller Roberts, who nearly had his first career touchdown. The safety was the second of the season for USF. “I didn’t think there was anything that was going to stop us after that,” said TE Cedric Hill, who had three reception for 55 yards while lining up at TE and in the slot at WR throughout the game. USF would score on its next two drives. Kicker Delbert Alvarado nailed a 47-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter and followed that up with a 27-yard conversion with 7:37 to play. Down four, 19-15, the Bulls staved off a Huskies touchdown and forced a field goal before taking its final possession with 5:39 to play. USF drove from its own 38 to the UConn 1-yard line on second and goal. The Bulls would get no closer on two rushing attempts and an incomplete pass on fourth and goal. “We fought hard and I am proud of this team for that,” said Leavitt. “The road in the BIG EAST is never easy and that continues to be true this season. We have to be a little better and we can start next Saturday at home against Cincinnati.”

UcOnn

Rushing Andre Dixon Donald Brown TEAM Tyler Lorenzen

Att 32 1 2 11

y yds 167 1 -4 -5

cmp 13 0

y yds 194 0

Receiving D.J. Hernandez Andre Dixon Larry Taylor Donald Brown Brad Kanuch T. Jeffers Steve Brouse

no 3 3 2 2 1 1 1

y yds 60 42 21 18 35 15 3

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Lg 38 27 21 14 35 15 3

Punting Desi Cullen TEAM

no 4 1

y yds 151 0

Avg 37.8 0

Lg 53 0

Punt Returns None

y yds

kickoff Returns Larry Taylor Steve Brouse Tyvon Branch

no 1 1 1

y yds 16 8 27

Lg 16 8 27

Passing Tyler Lorenzen TEAM

Att 25 1

TD 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 25 1 0 15 int 1 0

Lg 38 0

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6-Danny Lansanah, Assisted Tackles: 10- Danny Lansanah, Total Tackles: 11-Danny Lansanah, Sacks: 1-Cody Brown, interceptions: 1-Scott Lutrus and Robert McClain

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USF

Rushing Matt Grothe Jamar Taylor Benjamin Williams Mike Ford Moise Plancher TEAM Passing Matt Grothe

Att 25 5 5 7 1 1 Att 30

cmp 16

y yds 146 52 28 27 0 0 y yds 189

TD 1 0 0 0 0 -2 TD 0

int 2

Lg 53 54 22 13 0 0 Lg 35

Receiving Jessie Hester, Jr. Cedric Hill Dontavia Bogan Carlton Mitchell Marcus Edwards Benjamin Williams Jamar Taylor

no 6 3 2 2 1 1 1

y yds 50 55 30 29 16 7 2

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 17 35 22 19 16 7 2

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 4

y yds 149

Avg 37.2

Lg 40

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards Jerome Murphy

no 4 1

y yds 23 12

Lg 9 0

kickoff Returns Jerome Murphy RyanGilliam

no 5 2

y yds 121 34

Lg 29 20

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 4-Carlton Williams and Trae Williams, Assisted Tackles: 7-Tyrone McKenzie, Total Tackles: 6.5-Tyrone McKenzie and Brouce Mompremier, Sacks: 2-George Selvie, interceptions: 1-Trae Williams

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:37 PM

Mike Jenkins

2007 Season Review >> game 9: CinCinnATi 38, no. 20 USF 33 Raymond James stadium • ttampa, Fla. noVembeR 3, 2007 • 3:30 pm • abc cincinnati 7-2 (2-2) • usF 6-3 (1-3) ScORing By qUARTERS #20 USF cincinnati

1 14 31

Attendance: 57,379

2 6 7

3 7 0

4 6 0

F 33 38

Time: 4:06

First quarter USF - T. Williams 73-yard interception return (Alvarado kick). Time left: 13:21. (USF 7, Cincinnati 0). Uc - Giddens 63-yard pass from Mauk (Rigers kick). Time left: 10:55. Drive: 5 plays, 80 yards, 2:26. (USF 7, Cincinnati 7). USF - M. Jenkins 100-yard kickoff return. (Alvarado kick). Time left: 10:40. (USF 14, Cincinnati 7). Uc - Rogers 38-yard field goal. Time left: 8:34. (USF 14, Cincinnati 10). Uc - Giddens recovered blocked punt in end zone (Rogers kick). Time left: 6:18. (Cincinnati 17, USF 14). Uc - Mickens 79-yard interception return (Rogers kick). Time left: 3:57. (Cincinnati 24, USF 14). Uc - Goodman 16-yard pass from Mauk (Rogers kick). Time left: 3:57. Drive: 4 plays, 31 yards, 1:24. (Cincinnati 31, USF 14). Second quarter USF - Alvarado 21-yard field goal. Time left: 11:10. Drive: 4 plays, 7 yards, 1:09. (Cincinnati 31, USF 17). Uc - Jackson 4-yard pass from Mauk (Rogers kick). Time left: 1:53. Drive: 3 plays, 81 yards, 0:47. (Cincinnati 38, USF 17). USF - Alvarado 41-yard field goal. Time left: 0:00. Drive: 9 plays 55 yards, 1:53. (Cincinnati 38, USF 20). Third quarter USF - Grothe 7-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 4:03. Drive: 14 plays, 56 yards, 5:33. (Cincinnati 38, USF 27). Fourth quarter USF - Hester 9-yard pass from Grothe (Pass failed). Time left: 2:04. Drive: 11 plays, 52 yards, 2:52. (Cincinnati 38, USF 33). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

Uc 14 38-137 238 14-32-1 375 6-44.7 1-18 4-121 4-87 9-65 1-1 2-12 4-17 1-3 28:53

USF 27 37-99 382 31-54-4 481 4-34.5 2-43 6-210 1-73 5-38 4-4 0-0 6-16 2-2 31:07

USF ended up on the short end of one of the wildest games of the college football season. The 20th ranked Bulls trailed 31-14 after the first quarter and responded by outscoring Cincinnati 19-7 the rest of the way before coming up just 18 yards short in the final minutes. The Bulls fell by the final score of 38-33 but not long after mounting a ferocious comeback. The defense and special teams provided the scoring in the first quarter. Senior CB Trae Williams stepped in front of a pass from Cincinnati signal caller Ben Mauk and returned the ball 73 yards for the opening score of the game. Williams leads USF with four interceptions this season and has 11 since the start of 2006. Fellow CB Mike Jenkins put USF ahead at 14-7 with a 100-yard return for a touchdown. It was the first career return for Jenkins, who set a USF record for longest return and tied the BIG EAST mark. Cincinnati countered with 24 points to close out the first quarter with a 17 point lead. It wasn’t pretty for the Bearcats, who had 176 yards in the first quarter and just 199 the rest of the way. The Bearcats did not score in the second half.“We could very easily be 9-0 right now,” said USF head coach Jim Leavitt.“We haven’t gotten blown out in any game, in fact all of our losses have come by one score. We have a fighter’s mentality that for sure. We have faced every obstacle, we just haven’t overcome them in the last few games.” Sophomore QB Matt Grothe enjoyed a career day throwing for a USF record 382 yards. He also set the USF single season rushing record by increased his 2007 total to 625. He had 75 rushing yards against the Bearcats. He also increased his career rusing total to 1,247, which is USF career record. Grothe’s 8-yard TD pass to Jessie Hester Jr. trimmed Cincinnati’s lead to 38-33, but USF’s 2-point conversion attempt failed and Cincinnati returned the ensuing onside kick to the Bulls’ 25. But Cincinnati struggled to put the game out of reach the entire second half, and the final two minutes was no exception. The Bearcats turned the ball over on downs at their 39, giving Grothe a chance to pull out a dramatic victory. The USF quarterback threw 18 yards to Marcus Edwards, then connected with Hester for a 24-yard gain to the Cincinnati 18 with eight seconds remaining. He took shots at the end zone on the next two plays, but both fell incomplete -- the last with no time left on the clock.

Rushing Ben Mauk Jacob Ramsey Kevin Huber Greg Moore Marcus Barnett Dominick Goodman Jake Rogers

Att 7 21 1 6 1 1 1

y yds 75 40 12 10 9 2 -11

cmp 13 1

y yds 162 76

Receiving Dominick Goodman Marshwan Gilyard Antwuan Giddens Earnest Jackson Marcus Barnett Jacob Ramsey

no 4 3 2 2 2 1

y yds 36 100 72 36 -1 -5

TD 1 0 1 1 0 0

Lg 16 76 63 32 2 0

Punting Kevin Huber

no 6

y yds 268

Avg 44.7

Lg 54

Punt Returns Connor Barwin

no 1

y yds 18

Lg 18

kickoff Returns Marshwan Gilyard Earnest Jackson DeAngelo Smith

no 1 1 2

y yds 29 15 77

Lg 29 15 52

Passing Ben Mauk Marcus Bennett

Att 31 1

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 3 0

Lg 34 22 12 3 9 2 0 int 1 0

Lg 63 76

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 11 - Ryan Manalac, Assisted Tackles: 2 - Anthonyny Hoke, Total Tackles: 11 - Ryan Manalac, Sacks: 1 - Anthonyny Hoke, Lamonte Nelms, interceptions: 1 - Hakuri Nakamura, Corey Smith, DeAngelo Smith, Mike Mickens

USF

Rushing Matt Grothe Mike Ford Benjamin Williams Carlton Mitchell Jamar Taylor Passing Matt Grothe

Att 22 7 6 1 1 Att 54

cmp 31

y yds 75 13 9 4 -2 y yds 382

TD 1 0 0 0 0 TD 1

int 4

Lg 51

Receiving Benjamin Williams Carlton Mitchell Marcus Edwards Dontavia Bogan Jessie Hester Courtney Denson Cedric Hill A.J. Love

no 8 7 4 3 3 3 2 1

y yds 63 110 41 54 52 38 18 6

TD 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

Lg 12 51 20 32 23 18 12 6

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 3

y yds 38

Avg 46.0

Lg 81

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 2

y yds 42

Lg 31

kickoff Returns Jerome Murphy Mike Jenkins

no 1 5

y yds 18 192

Lg 18 100

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Tyrone McKenzie, Nate Allen, Brouce Mompremier, Ben Moffitt, Assisted Tackles: 2 - George Selvie, Louis Gachette, Tyrone McKenzie, Total Tackles: 8 - Tyrone McKenzie, Sacks: None, interceptions: Trae Williams

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Tyrone McKenzie

2007 Season Review << game 10: USF 41, SyrACUSE 10

caRRieR dome • syRacuse, n.y. y y. noVembeR 10, 2007 • noon • espn ReGional • abc (WFts) syRacuse 2-8 (1-4) • usF 7-3 (2-3) ScORing By qUARTERS USF Syracuse

1 7 0

2 13 3

3 21 7

4 0 0

F 41 10

Attendance: 39,039 Time: 3:35 First quarter USF - Ford 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 13:40. Drive: 4 plays, 26 yards, 1:20 (USF 7, Syracuse 0). Second quarter USF - Alvarado 42-yard field goal. Time left 12:34. Drive: 5 plays, 52 yards, 2:17. (USF 10, Syracuse 0) USF - Mitchell 15-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 7:19. Drive: 5 plays, 53 yards, 1:50. (USF 17, Syracuse 0) USF - Alvarado 33-yard field goal. Time left: 1:03. Drive: 13 plays, 64 yards, 4:25. (USF 20, Syracuse 0) SyR - Shadle 50-yard field goal. Time left: 0:03. Drive: 4 plays, 47 yards, 0:27. (USF 20, Syracuse 3) Third quarter USF - Grothe 5-yard run (Alavarado kick). Time left: 12:22. Drive: 7 plays, 59 yards, 2:38. (USF 27, Syracuse 3) SyR - Williams 3-yard pass from Dantley (Shadle kick). Time left: 11:07. Drive: Four plays, 71 yards, 1:15. (USF 27, Syracuse 10 USF - Ford 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:49. Drive: 10 plays, 76 yards, 4:18. (USF 34, Syracuse 10) USF - Johnson 9-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 1:40. Drive: 12 plays, 82 yards, 4:07. (USF41, Syracuse 10)

USF 26 56-346 236 19-28-1 582 4-45.8 1-5 2-42 2-0 16-144 0-0 2-10 7-14 0-0 35:44

SyR 14 17-15 276 21-38-2 291 7-43.9 3-32 8-168 1-28 8-60 2-2 0-0 2-11 1-2 24:16

(AP) -- Matt Grothe threw for two touchdowns and ran for another, freshman tailback Mike Ford ran for a season-high 134 yards and two TDs, and USF beat mistake-prone Syracuse 41-10 to snap a three-game losing streak. The Bulls (7-3, 2-3 BIG EAST) had suffered three straight losses after starting the season 6-0 and moving to second in the national rankings. Those setbacks featured 11 turnovers. Against Cincinnati a week ago, USF lost four fumbles and threw four interceptions, allowed 31 points in the first quarter, and still only lost 38-33. The Bulls finally got the upper hand against struggling Syracuse (2-8, 1-4). The Orange committed two costly turnovers early that USF converted into touchdowns and pretty much established control of the game against one of the worst offensive teams in the nation. Syracuse, ranked near the bottom nationally in total offense (282.7 yards per game) and rushing (68.7 ypg), managed just nine first downs through the first three quarters and finished with 15 yards rushing and 291 overall. The Orange have been outscored 229-90 in six home games. The unraveling began quickly. Max Suter fumbled the opening kickoff for the Orange and Dylan Douglas recovered for the Bulls at the Syracuse 26. Ford scored four plays later on a 1-yard run. After Delbert Alvarado kicked a 42-yard field goal to give USF a 10-0 lead, Syracuse turned it over again. Backup quarterback Cameron Dantley, making his first career start in place of the injured Andrew Robinson, tried to throw the ball away as he was being tackled and was intercepted, the ball ricocheting off the helmet of one of his linemen and into the hands of defensive tackle Allen Cray near midfield. Aston Samuels gained 26 yards around the left side on first down, and four plays later Grothe found Carlton Mitchell all alone in the middle of the end zone with a 15-yard TD pass for a 17-0 lead. Syracuse broke through on the final play of the half, a 50-yard field goal by Patrick Shadle after Joe Fields intercepted Grothe near the Syracuse goal line. From there, Grothe took charge. He threw a big block to free Mitchell on a reverse for a 15-yard gain to key the first possession of the second half, then scored two plays later on a 5-yard run to make it 27-3. Dantley then hit a leaping Mike Williams in the back of the end zone to make it 27-10. It was the seventh straight game Williams has caught a TD pass, extending his school record. The jubilation was short-lived. Grothe, who was 15-of-22 for 181 yards passing and rushed for 73 yards, answered again on the Bulls’ next possession. Grothe hit Taurus Johnson for 22 yards to set up Ford’s 1-yard TD run. Grothe completed the rout with a 9-yard scoring pass to Johnson with 1:40 left in the third to cap a 12-play, 82-yard drive. Despite his costly error, Suter set a BIG EAST record for kickoff return yards in a season, increasing his total to 1,041 on a school-record 45 returns. Will Blackmon of Boston College had the previous conference record with 922 in 2003.

SyRAcUSE Rushing Max Suter Taj Smith Paul Chiara Tony Fiammetta Doug Hogue Cameron Dantley

Att 3 1 1 1 7 4

y yds 11 3 3 3 2 -7

cmp 38

y yds 276

Receiving Mike Williams Taj Smith Lavar Lobdell D. Merkerson Dan Sheeran J. Nesheiwat Doug Hogue Paul Chiara

no 8 3 3 2 2 1 1 1

y yds 99 64 36 23 17 20 19 -2

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 46 36 14 13 13 20 19 0

Punting Rob Long

no 7

y yds 307

Avg 43.9

Lg 73

Punt Returns Ryan Howard

no 3

y yds 32

Lg 13

kickoff Returns Max Suter

no 8

y yds 168

Lg 29

Passing Cameron Dantley

Att 21

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1

Lg 11 3 3 3 5 3 int 2

Lg 46

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8 - Joe Fields, Assisted Tackles: 7 - Joe Fields, Total Tackles: 15 - Joe Fields, Sacks: None, interceptions: 1 - Joe Fields

128

USF

Rushing Mike Ford Aston Samuels Matt Grothe Mo Plancher Carlton Mitchell Grant Gregory Jamar Taylor Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory

Att 28 2 14 8 1 1 1 Att 15 4

cmp 22 6

y yds 134 101 73 16 15 10 -2 y yds 181 55

TD 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 TD 2 0

int 1 0

Lg 19 75 16 6 15 10 0 Lg 34 36

Receiving Carlton Mitchell Taurus Johnson A.J. Love Cedric Hill Jamar Taylor Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Aston Samuels

no 6 4 3 2 1 1 1 1

y yds 61 49 48 12 34 13 12 7

TD 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 15 22 36 8 34 13 12 7

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 4

y yds 183

Avg 45.8

Lg 61

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 1

y yds 5

Lg 5

kickoff Returns Jerome Murphy Mike Jenkins

no 1 1

y yds 25 17

Lg 25 17

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 6 - Tyrone McKenzie, Assisted Tackles: 1 - Four players, Total Tackles: 6 - Tyrone McKenzie, Sacks: 1 - George Selvie, Allen Cray, interceptions: 1- Jerome Murphy, Allen Cray

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:40 PM

Trae Williams

2007 Season Review >> game 11: USF 55, loUiSVillE 17 Raymond James stadium • ttampa, Fla. noVembeR 18, 2007 • 8 pm • espnu usF 8-3 (3-3) • louisVille 5-6 (2-4) ScORing By qUARTERS USF Louisville

1 20 3

Attendance: 57,288

2 21 7

3 0 0

4 14 7

F 55 17

Time: 3:55

First quarter USF - Allen 3-yard fumble recovery. Time left 14:52. (USF 6, LOU 0). USF - Ford 6-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 10:50. Drive: 5 plays, 86 yards, 1:39. (USF 13, LOU 0). LOU - Carmody 32-yard field goal. Time left: 7:41. 7 plays, 33yards, 3:09. (USF 13, LOU 3). USF - Grothe 14-yard (Alvardo kick). Time left: 2:51. Drive: 11plays, 89 yards, 4:50. (USF 20, LOU 3). Second quarter USF - Edwards 7-yard (Alvardo kick). Time left: 5:16. Drive: 13 plays, 74 yards, 5:00. (USF 27, LOU 3). LOU - Douglas 59-yard pass from Brohm (Carmody kick). Time left: 5:02. Drive: 1 play, 59 yards, 0:14. (USF 27, LOU 10). USF - Mitchell 30-yard pass from Grothe(Alvarado kick). Time left: 2:50. Drive: plays, 52 yards, 2:12. (USF 34, LOU 10). USF - Williams 64-yard interception return (Alvarado kick). Time left: 2:21. (USF 41, LOU 10). Fourth quarter USF - Ford 11-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 12:30. Drive: 8 yards, 37 plays, 3:34. (USF 48, LOU 10). USF - Bogan 0-yard fumble recovery (Alvarado kick). Time left: 7:00. Drive: 2 plays, 34 yards, 0:42. (USF 55, LOU 10). LOU - Powell 30-yard run (Carmody kick). Time left: 5:18. Drive: 4 plays, 77 yards, 1:42. (USF 55, LOU 17).

UofL 23 26-130 273 24-49-4 403 3-39.0 1-0 9-173 1-0 9-75 3-3 2 5-15 2-3 25:27

USF 26 49-230 251 19-27-1 481 5-33.4 2-3 4-51 4-64 11-95 3-0 1 7-15 0-0 34:33

(AP) -- Louisville’s potent offense was no match for USF’s tenacious defense. Mike Ford rushed for 140 yards and two touchdowns and USF forced seven turnovers while holding Brian Brohm to a season-low passing total as the Bulls manhandled the Cardinals 55-17 on Saturday night. Brohm was intercepted three times and his backup, Hunter Cantwell, was picked off once. The Cardinals also lost three fumbles while being held to 405 yards, well below their BIG EAST-leading season average of 497.6 per game. Louisville (5-6, 2-4) turned the ball over on the opening kickoff and never recovered. Trent Guy fumbled returning the kick, USF’s Nate Allen picked up the loose ball at the Cardinals three and continued into the end zone, a place the Bulls would visit five more times in the first half alone. USF (8-3, 3-3) also scored on Trae Williams’ 64-yard interception return and Ford’s 6-yard TD that capped an 89-yard drive in which the freshman tailback also ran for 43 and 23 yards on consecutive plays. Ford carried 24 times a week after posting the first 100-yard game of his career. Meanwhile, dual-threat quarterback Matt Grothe scored on a 14-yard run and threw TD passes of seven yards to Marcus Edwards and 30 yards to Carlton Mitchell to help the Bulls to a 41-10 halftime lead. Brohm completed 18 of 37 passes for 213 yards while becoming the BIG EAST’s career passing leader. He tied the Cardinals’ single-season record for TD passes with his 29th, but also was intercepted three times before being removed early in the fourth quarter. At 5-6, Louisville’s streak of nine consecutive bowl trips is in serious jeopardy. The Cardinals must win their finale against Rutgers to avoid a losing season and become bowl eligible, however that still may not ensure they’ll get a berth. A week after gaining a school-record 582 yards in a 41-10 rout of Syracuse that stopped a three-game losing streak, USF amassed 482 yards against a Louisville defense that has struggled all season. Grothe was 17-of-23 for 194 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. He also rushed for 67 yards on 12 carries. Brohm became the BIG EAST’s all-time passing leader on a 9-yard completion to Harry Douglas early in the second quarter. In three seasons since Louisville joined the league, he’s thrown for 9,719 yards, boosting the senior’s career total to 10,538. Douglas scored Louisville’s first touchdown on a 59-yard reception late in the second quarter. He finished with eight catches for 136 yards and also a 71-yard catch-and-run wiped out by a holding penalty.

LOUiSviLLE Rushing Bilal Powell G. Strpling Brock Bolen Harry Douglas Anthonyny Allen Brian Brohm

Att 6 4 4 1 7 1

y yds 70 35 15 6 13 0

cmp 18 6

y yds 213 60

Receiving Harry Douglas Patrick Carter Scott Long Bilal Powell G. Stripling Anthonyny Allen Mario Urrutia Gray Barnidge Scottt Kuhn Brock Bolen

no 8 4 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 1

y yds 136 48 21 15 10 13 11 9 6 4

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 59 21 10 9 5 13 11 9 6 4

Punting Cory Goettsche

no 3

y yds 117

Avg 39.0

Lg 48

Punt Returns Trent Guy

no 1

y yds 0

Lg 0

kickoff Returns Bilal Powell Harry Douglas Johnnie Burns Trent Guy

no 6 1 1 1

y yds 141 16 19 -3

Lg 40 16 19 --

Passing Brohm Cantwell

Att 37 12

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 33 11 9 6 7 0 int 3 1

Lg 59 21

USF

Rushing Mike Ford Matt Grothe Aston Samuels Shawn Cannon Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory

Att 24 12 3 2 Att 23 4

cmp 17 2

y yds 140 67 24 2 y yds 194 57

TD 2 1 0 0 TD 2 1

int 1 0

Lg 30 33

Receiving Carlton Mitchell Taurus Johnson Marcus Edwards Cedric Hill Jessie Hester A.J. Love Dontavia Bogan Jason Sherman Courtney Denson

no 4 3 3 3 2 1 1 1 1

y yds 54 35 27 26 24 34 23 16 12

TD 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0

Lg 30 15 15 12 3 33 23 16 12

Punting Delbert Alvarado Matt Grothe

no 4 1

y yds 149 18

Avg 37.2 18.0

Lg 45 18

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 2

y yds 3

Lg 6

kickoff Returns Jerome Murphy Taurus Johnson Mike Jenkins

no 2 1 1

y yds 37 10 4

Lg 23 10 4

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7-Moffitt and McKenzie, Assisted Tackles: 2-Moffitt and McKenzie, Total Tackles: 9-Moffitt and McKenzie, Sacks: 1-Buie, interceptions: 1-Murphy, Gachette, Williams, Jenkins

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 13-Myles, Assisted Tackles: 4-Russell, Total Tackles: 14-Myles, Sacks: 2-Palmer, interceptions: 1-Russell

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Mike Ford

2007 Season Review << game 12: no. 25 USF 48, PiTTSbUrgh 37 heinz Field • pittsbuRGh, pa. noVembeR 24, 2007 • noon • espn ReGional usF 9-3 (4-3) • pittsbuRGh 4-7 (2-4) ScORing By qUARTERS #25 USF Pitt

1 7 7

Attendance: 31,123

2 3 7

3 17 0

4 21 23

F 48 37

Time: 3:41

First quarter Pitt - McCoy 1-yard run (Lee kick). Time left: 5:23. Drive: 8 plays, 57 yards, 3:54. (Pitt 7, USF 0). USF - Ford 15-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 0:48. Drive: 9 plays, 59 yards, 4:35. (Pitt 7, USF 7). Second quarter Pitt - Williams 37-yard catch (Lee kick). Time left: 2:56. Drive: 7 plays, 42 yards, 3:14. (Pitt 14, USF 7). USF - Alvarado 31-yard field goal. Time left: 0:02. Drive: 10 plays, 61 yards, 2:54. (Pitt 14, USF 10). Third quarter USF - Grothe 80-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 14:47. 1 plays, 80 yards, 0:13. (USF 17, Pitt 14). USF - Alvarado 45-yard field goal. Time left: 2:54. 7 plays, 20 yards, 2:30. (USF 20, Pitt 14). USF - Allen 37-yard interception return (Alvarado kick). Time left: 0:00. (USF 27, Pitt 14). Fourth quarter USF - Ford 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 9:21. 3 plays, 1 yard, 0:40. (USF 34, Pitt 14). Pitt - McCoy 12-yard run (Lee kick). Time left: 7:10. 7 plays, 75 yards, 2:11. (USF 34, Pitt 21). USF - Williams 21-yard interception return (Alvarado kick). Time left: 5:31. (USF 41, Pitt 21). Pitt - Strong 10-yard catch form Bostick (2-point conversion Porter catch). Time left: 4:27. 6 plays, 63 yards, 1:04. (USF 41, Pitt 29). USF - Williams 6-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 1:27. 8 plays, 43 yards, 3:00. (USF 48, Pitt 29). Pitt - McCoy 1-yard run (2-point conversion Turner catch). Time left: 0:42. 2 plays, 19 yards, 0:45 (USF 48, Pitt 37).

130

USF 18 44-193 159 17-23-0 352 5-33.2 4-32 4-60 3-188-2 11-70 0-0 4-2 7-15 1-1 28:21

Pitt 20 34-95 298 24-38-3 393 5-45.0 1-7 8-202 0-0-0 9-78 0-0 2-0 6-13 0-2 31:39

(AP) -- The University of South Florida felt very comfortable when the ball was in the hands of quarterback Matt Grothe, who is as much of a threat to score to run for a touchdown as he is to throw for one. That versatility is a necessity, Grothe said, on a team where the defense is as apt to score a gamealtering touchdown as is the offense. Grothe ran 80 yards for a touchdown on the first play of the second half and USF shook off a sluggish start, turning three interceptions into touchdowns in a 48-37 victory over Pittsburgh. Nate Allen and Trae Williams scored on interception returns and Ben Moffitt’s 60-yard interception return to the Pitt 1 set up Mike Ford’s second touchdown run as USF (9-3, 4-3 in Big East) rallied from a 14-10 halftime deficit. The Bulls outscored Pitt (4-7, 2-4) 38-23 in the second half during a school record-tying ninth victory. All of the interceptions came off freshman Pat Bostick, who threw as many scoring passes to the other team as he did his own during Pitt’s seventh loss in nine games. Pittsburgh, assured of its third losing season in three years under coach Dave Wannstedt, fell apart after leading 7-0 and 14-7 despite freshman LeSean McCoy’s three touchdown runs as USF scored 24 consecutive points to open a 34-14 lead. Grothe got USF going with his touchdown run out of a shotgun formation on the first play after halftime. Grothe ran for 67 yards and threw for 159 while going 17-of-23, and has accounted for 23 touchdowns - 13 on passes and 10 on runs. McCoy scored of runs of one and one and 12 yards and now has 14 touchdowns, breaking Tony Dorsett’s Pitt freshman record of 13 in 1973. McCoy is 20 yards away from joining Dorsett (1,686 yards in 1973) and Curvin Richards (1,228 yards in 1988) as the only Pitt freshmen to gain more than 1,200 yards in a season. McCoy had 55 yards on 18 carries and has 1,180 yards, 81 yards off the Big East freshman record of 1,261 yards by Rutgers’ Terrell Willis in 1993. Bostick threw touchdown passes of 37 yards to Maurice Williams and 10 yards to Darrell Strong while going 24-of-37 for 298 yards. He now has eight touchdowns and 11 interceptions this season.Allen stepped in front of a Bostick pass intended for Strong and returned it 19 yards for a touchdown that put USF up 27-14 on the final play of the third quarter. Five minutes later, Moffitt was dragged down at the 1 on his interception return, but Ford scored his sixth touchdown in three games and 12th of the season. Ford, also a freshman, scored from the 15 late in the first quarter to tie it at 7, after Sam Miller ran 29 yards for a first down to the 17 on a fake punt. Williams’ 21-yard interception return score with 5 1/2 minutes remaining was his third TD of the season and his 16th career interception. USF also won nine games in 2002 and last season.

PiTTSBURgH Rushing LeSean McCoy Howli Stephens Maurice Williams Conredge Collins Pat Bostick

Att 18 8 1 2 5

y yds 57 33 20 2 7

cmp 24 0

y yds 298 0

Receiving T.J. Porter LeSean McCoy Darrell Strong Oderick Turner Cedric McGee Maurice Williams Shane Brooks Nate Byham

no 7 6 4 2 2 1 1 1

y yds 74 83 50 28 14 37 13 -1

TD 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0

Lg 21 45 19 20 17 37 13 0

Punting Dave Brytus

no 5

y yds 225

Avg 45

Lg 56

Punt Returns Aaron Berry

no 1

y yds -7

Lg 0

kickoff Returns Lowell Robinson Dorin Dickerson Chris Bova

no 6 1 1

y yds 169 9 24

Lg 55 9 24

Passing Pat Bostick LeSean McCoy

Att 37 1

TD 3 0 0 0 0 TD 2 0

Lg 12 10 20 2 7 int 3 0

Lg 45 0

USF

Rushing Matt Grothe Mike Ford Ben Williams Sam Miller Taurus Johnson Carlton Mitchell Passing Matt Grothe

Att 12 16 12 1 1 1 Att 23

cmp 17

y yds 67 64 40 29 2 -5 y yds 159

TD 1 2 1 0 0 0 TD 0

Lg 80 15 7 29 2 0 Int 0

Lg 27

Receiving Carlton Mitchell Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Cedric Hill Ben Williams Courtney Denson Aston Samuels

no 5 3 2 2 2 1 1

y yds 32 32 24 21 21 12 5

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 14 11 18 27 15 12 5

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 5

y yds 166

Avg 33.2

Lg 40

Punt Returns Marcus Edwards

no 4

y yds 32

Lg 25

kickoff Returns Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

no 3 1

y yds 31 29

Lg 31 29

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7-McKenzie, Assisted Tackles: 1-McKenzie, Total Tackles: 18-McKenzie, Sacks: 1- Spires and Cray, interceptions: 1-Moffitt, Allen, T. Williams

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 14-McKillop, Assisted Tackles: 4-McKillop, Total Tackles: 18-McKillop, Sacks: 2-Clermond, interceptions: None

2008 UniverSity oF SoUth Florida FootBall GUide

7/17/2008 1:27:43 PM

Taurus Johnson

2007 Season Review >> 2007 Brut Sun Bowl: orEgon 56, no. 23/25 USF 21 sun boWl stadium • el paso, p texas JanuaRy 31, 2007 • 12:15 pm • cbs usF 9-4 • oReGon 9-4 ScORing By qUARTERS # 23/25 USF Oregon

1 0 8

Attendance: 49,867

2 14 10

3 0 28

4 7 10

F 21 56

Time: 3:41

First quarter UO - Strong 7-yard catch (Evensen rush). Time left: 6:28. Drive: 10 plays, 55 yards, 3:00. (UO 8, USF 0) Second quarter USF - Alvarado 29-yard field goal. Time left: 14:49. Drive: 16 plays, 52 yards, 6:39. (UO 8, USF 3) UO - Evensen 39-yard field goal. Time left: 12:08. Drive: 9 plays, 61 yards, 2:41. (UO 11, USF 3) USF - Johnson 21-yard catch (C. Hill pass from Grothe). Time left: 7:04. Drive: 11 plays, 80 yards, 5:04. (USF 11, UO 11) UO - Steward, J. 71-yard run (Evensen kick). Time left: 3:17. Drive: 3 plays, 77 yards, 0:44. (UO 18, USF 11). USF - Alvarado 35-yard field goal. Time left: 0:00. Drive: 9 plays, 62 yards, 3:17. (UO 18, USF 14). Third quarter UO - Williams, J. 14-yard catch (Evensen kick) Time left: 10:17. Drive: 9 plays, 82 yards, 2:45. (UO 25, USF 14) UO - Dickson 15-yard catch (Evensen kick) Time left: 7:35. Drive: 7 plays, 51 yards, 1:53. (UO 32, USF 14) UO - Thurmond, W. 25-yard interception return (Evensen kick). Time left: 7:25. (UO 39, USF 14). UO - Stewart J. 8-yard catch (Evensen kick). Time left: 4:05. Drive: 6 plays, 51 yards, 1:40. (UO 46, USF 14). Fourth quarter UO - Evensen 30-yard field goal. Time left: 12:14. Drive: 6 plays, 33 yards, 1:32. (UO 49, USF 14). USF - Love 11-yard catch (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:34. Drive: 13 plays, 80 yards, 5:40. (UO 49, USF 21) UO - DiVencenzo, M. 15-yard interception return (Padilla kick).Time left: 3:23. (UO 56, USF 21). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

USF 25 34-88 236 24-47-4 324 6-44.2 2-24 2-53 0-0-0 8-64 2-1 1-6 4-14 1-1 34:23

Oregon 25 43-353 180 17-30-0 533 4-47.5 1-26 3-89 4-49-2 13-138 3-1 3-21 8-14 0-0 25:17

(AP) -- Jonathan Stewart set a Sun Bowl record with a career-high 253 yards rushing and Justin Roper threw four touchdown passes in his first start as Oregon beat South Florida 56-21. The Ducks (9-4) scored 28 straight points in the third quarter to snap a four-game postseason losing streak, their first bowl win since beating Colorado 38-16 in the Fiesta Bowl after the 2001 season. Oregon made it look easy against the Bulls (9-4), who boasted one of the nation’s better defenses. Credit the steady play by Roper, a redshirt freshman, and Stewart, as smooth a runner as you’ll find. The Ducks won for the first time since losing quarterback Dennis Dixon to a knee injury in November, snapping a three-game losing streak the killed their national title hopes. How easy was it for the Ducks? They won a matchup of teams that’d been ranked No. 2 in the nation earlier this season handily, despite setting a Sun Bowl record with 138 penalty yards. Roper started the scoring avalanche with a 14-yard TD strike to Jaison Williams and added a 15-yard scoring pass to Ed Dickson. On the next play from scrimmage, Walter Thurmond stepped in front of a pass by South Florida’s Matt Grothe and returned it 25 yards for another TD, giving the Ducks a 39-14 lead midway through the third. But these hard-hitting Quackers weren’t finished. Grothe had another interception on the ensuing possession, the first of two for Oregon’s Jairus Byrd, setting up Roper’s 8-yard TD pass to Stewart. On that drive, Stewart got free on a 16-yard gain, breaking the previous Sun Bowl record of 197 yards rushing set in 1977 by LSU’s Charles Alexander in a 24-14 loss to Stanford. Just like that, Oregon’s 18-14 halftime lead had swelled to 46-14. For good measure, Matt Evensen added a 30-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter and defensive end Michael DiVincenzo returned an interception for a touchdown with 3:23 remaining. Roper opened the season fifth on the depth chart and ran the scout team until a series of quarterback injuries - none more devastating than the loss of Dixon, a Heisman Trophy hopeful - reshaped the Oregon roster. Coach Mike Bellotti gave Roper the start over Cody Kempt, another redshirt freshman. Roper responded by tying a Sun Bowl record with four TD passes and finished 17-of-30 for 180 yards passing with no interceptions. Stewart was just as impressive. He broke a 71-yard TD run late in the second quarter, greeted by an enormous hole off left tackle as he raced untouched to the end zone to give the Ducks an 18-11 lead. Stewart kept the momentum going after the break. His 41-yard run on Oregon’s first drive of the second half set up Roper’s second TD pass for a 25-14 lead, and he logged the ninth-best rushing effort in a bowl game. There was no sign of the turf toe injury that slowed Stewart earlier this season, when Oregon dropped from the national title chase. South Florida, which reached No. 2 in the country in just its 11th season playing football, missed a chance to win 10 games for the first time. Grothe left late in the third after being tackled while scrambling. The 49,867 fans were treated to lots of penalty flags. The teams combined to break the Sun Bowl record for total penalty yardage - 202 penalty yards - and it wasn’t even halftime when the old mark fell.

USF

Rushing Grant Gregory Matt Grothe Mike Ford Jamar Taylor Taurus Johnson Ben Williams Aston Samuels Team

Att 4 14 6 1 1 4 3 1

y yds 42 40 8 7 2 2 0 -13

cmp 18 6 0

y yds 219 39 0

Receiving Taurus Johnson Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Cedric Hill A.J. Love Benjamin Williams Dontavia Bogan Quincy Okolie Amarri Jackson Courtney Denson Aston Samuels

no 4 4 3 3 3 2 1 1 1 1 1

y yds 51 41 30 28 23 -1 27 19 9 6 3

TD 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 21 16 14 18 11 3 27 19 9 6 3

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 6

y yds 265

Avg 44.2

Lg 52

Punt Returns Marcus Edwdards

no 2

y yds 24

Lg 14

kickoff Returns Taurus Johnson

no 2

y yds 53

Lg 29

Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory Anthony Severino

Att 35 11 1

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1 1 0

Lg 22 22 5 7 2 2 4 -int 2 2 0

Lg 27 11 0

OREgOn

Rushing Johnathan Stewart Andre Crenshaw Cody Kempt Jeffrey Maehl Justin Roper Andiel Brown Remene Alson Ed Dickson Passing Justin Roper

Att 23 8 2 1 3 2 2 1 Att 30

cmp 17

y yds 253 52 23 20 10 2 1 0 y yds 180

TD 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 4

Int 0

Lg 29

Receiving Jaison Williams Garren Strong Jeffrey Maehl Jonathan Steward Ed Dickson Derrick Jones Aaron Pflugrad Andre Crenshaw

no 4 3 3 2 21 1 1 1

y yds 40 36 2 29 6 29 23 5

TD 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0

Lg 14 17 3 21 15 29 23 5

Punting Josh Syria

no 4

y yds 190

Avg 47.5

Lg 54

Punt Returns Jairus Byrd

no 1

y yds 26

Lg 26

kickoff Returns Derrick Jones Patrick Chung

no 2 1

y yds 62 27

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Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7-Jairus Byrd, Assisted Tackles: 2 - Jerome Byrd, Total Tackles: 8-Ja. Byrd, Je. Byrd, Sacks: 1- Three playes, interceptions: 2-Ja. Byrd

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 9-McKenzie, Assisted Tackles: 1-Six players, Total Tackles: 10-McKenzie, Sacks: 1-Clebert, interceptions: None

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Andre Hall

Rushing Records << >> >>

RUShinG attem a PtS Game Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Rafael Williams mike Ford

40 (221) 35 (168) 34 (258) 30 (179) 29 (100) 29 (275) 28 (119) 28 (122) 28 (122)

Sr. vs. Hofstra, 11/13/99 Sr. at Rutgers, 11/5/05 Sr. vs. New Haven, 11/6/99 Fr. vs. Morehead State, 10/4/97 Sr. vs. Cincinnati, 11/19/05 Jr. at UAB, 11/3/04 Jr. at TCU, 9/25/04 Sr. vs. James Madison, 9/16/00 Fr. at Syracuse, 11/10/07

Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Ben Williams Rafael Williams Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall

270 (1,374) 210 (1,357) 198 (872) 181 (1,017) 178 (622) 167 (704) 139 (729) 138 (645) 128 (566) 126 (336)

Sr. Jr. So. Sr. R-Fr. Sr. Fr. Fr. So. Jr.

SeaSon

SeaSon Andre Hall Andre Hall matt Grothe Dyral McMillan matt Grothe Rafael Williams Rafael Williams mike Ford Marquel Blackwell Pat Julmiste

2005 2004 2007 1999 2006 2000 1997 2007 2000 2005

CaReeR Andre Hall Rafael Williams Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Clenton Crossley Pat Julmiste Vince Brewer Ben Williams Dyral McMillan

480 (2,731) 463 (2,253) 402 (1,235) 376 (1,494) 366 (1,644) 307 (814) 243 (1,099) 227 (861) 225 (1,246)

2004-05 1997-00 1999-02 2006-P 2001-04 2003-06 2000-03 2005-P 1998-99

>> >>

RUShinG toUChdoWnS Game Ben Williams 13 Times

4 3

Jr. at FaU, U, 10/06/07 Andre Hall 4, Marquel Blackwell 3, Dyral McMillan 3, Jermaine Clemons 1, Quinton Callum 1, Matt Grothe 1

SeaSon Andre Hall mike Ford Andre Hall

13 12 11

Sr. Fr. Jr.

2005 2007 2004

CaReeR Andre Hall Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Otis Dixon Pat Julmiste Dyral McMillan mike Ford Ben Williams

134

24 20 19 18 17 17 14 13 12 10

2005-2006 1999-2002 2006-P 1997-2000 2001-2004 1997-2000 2003-2006 1998-1999 2007-P 2005-P

>> >>

RUShinG YaRdS Game

Andre Hall Andre Hall Dyral McMillan matt Grothe Rafael Williams Rafael Williams Jermaine Clemons mike Ford matt Grothe Rafael Williams LaFann Williams

275 (29) 258 (34) 222 (24) 221 (40) 200 (19) 186 (25) 179 (30) 168 (35) 161 (27) 156 (18)

Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr.

at UAB, 11/3/04 vs. New Haven, 11/6/99 at Syracuse, 11/12/05 vs. Hofstra, 11/13/99 vs. Army, 10/16/04 at FaU, 10/6/07 vs. Morehead St., 10/4/97 at Rutgers, 11/5/05 vs. East Carolina, 11/13/04 vs. Florida A&M, 9/10/05

1,374 (270) 1,357 (210) 1,017 (181) 872 (198) 729 (139) 704 (167) 686 (119) 645 (138) 622 (178) 586 (98) 580 (88)

Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Fr. Sr. Fr. Fr. R-Fr. So. So.

2005 2004 1999 2007 1997 2000 1997 2007 2006 1998 1998

CaReeR Andre Hall Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley matt Grothe Dyral McMillan Marquel Blackwell Vince Brewer Jermaine Clemons Ben Williams Pat Julmiste

2,731 (480) 2,253 (463) 1,644 (366) 1,494 (376) 1,246 (225) 1,235 (402) 1,099 (243) 1,060 (185) 861 (227) 814 (307)

2004-2005 1997-2000 2001-2004 2006-P 1998-1999 1999-2002 2000-2003 1997-1999 2005-P 2003-2006

LonGeSt toUChdoWn RUnS Rafael Williams Jermaine Clemons matt Grothe Andre Hall Quinton Callum

86 80 80 63 62

LonGeSt non-SCoRinG RUnS aston Samuels Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Otis Dixon LaFann Williams Jamar taylor taylor

75 60 58 57 55 54 54

>> >>

So. vs. Valparaiso, 9/12/98 So. vs. Ken. Wesleyan, 9/6/97 So. at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07 Jr. at UAB, 11/3/04 So. vs. Liberty, 10/27/01

RFr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Fr.

>> >>

at Syracuse, 11/10/07 at Cincinnati, 11/20/04 at TCU , 9/25/04 vs. Army , 10/16/04 at Georgia Southern, 11/14/98 vs. Morehead St., 11/21/98 vs. UConn, 10/27/07

a RaGe Ya ave Y RdS PeR RUSh Game (Min. 5 carries) Jermaine Clemons Rafael Williams Rafael Williams mike Ford Brian Surcy

18.9 (7-132) 15.6 (8-125) 14.9 (8-119) 13.8 (6-83) 11.8 (6-71)

>> >>

So. vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97 So. vs. Valparaiso, 9/12/98 So. vs. Morehead State, 11/21/98 Fr. vs. elon, 09/01/07 Fr. vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97

Game (Min. 10 carries) LaFann Williams Marquel Blackwell Rafael Williams Andre Hall Dyral McMillan

11.7 (10-117) 11.0 (12-132) 10.7 (10-107) 10.5 (19-200) 10.4 (10-144)

Jr. vs. Valparaiso, 9/12/98 So. at Baylor, 9/23/00 Fr. at Cumberland, 11/8/97 Jr. vs. Army, 10/16/04 Sr. vs. New Hampshire, 10/23/99

Game (Min. 15 carries) Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall

10.5 (19-200) 9.7 (16-155) 9.5 (29-275) 9.2 (24-222) 8.7 (18-156)

Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr.

vs. Army, 10/16/04 at Cincinnati, 11/20/04 at UAB, 11/3/04 at Syracuse, 11/12/05 vs. Florida A&M, 9/10/05

Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr.

at UAB, 11/3/04 at Syracuse, 11/12/05 New Haven, 11/6/99 at FaU, 10/06/07 vs. UCF, 9/17/05

Game (Min. 20 carries) Andre Hall Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Ben Williams Andre Hall

9.5 (29-275) 9.2 (24-222) 7.6 (34-258) 7.4 (25-186) 7.0 (22-155)

Game (Min. 30 carries) Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams Dyral McMillan Andre Hall

7.6 (34-258) 6.0 (30-179) 5.5 (40-221) 4.8 (35-168)

Sr. vs. New Haven, 11/6/99 Fr. vs. Morehead State, 10/4/97 Sr. vs. Hofstra, 11/13/99 Sr. at Rutgers, 11/5/05

SeaSon (Min. 75 carries) LaFann Williams Andre Hall Rafael Williams Jermaine Clemons Dyral McMillan

6.6 (88-580) 6.5 (210-1,357) 6.0 (98-586) 5.8 (119-686) 5.6 (181-1,017)

Jr. Jr. So. So. Sr.

1998 2004 1998 1997 1999

CaReeR (Min. 225 carries) Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Rafael Williams Vince Brewer Clenton Crossley matt Grothe Ben Williams Marquel Blackwell Pat Julmiste

5.8 (225-1,246) 5.7 (480-2,731) 4.9 (463-2,253) 4.5 (243-1,099) 4.5 (366-1,644) 4.0 (376-1,494) 3.8 (227-861) 3.1 (402-1,235) 2.7 (307-814)

1998-1999 2004-2005 1997-2000 2000-2003 2001-2004 2006-P 2005-P 1999-2002 2003-06

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123.4 (11) 114.5 (12) 92.5 (11) 67.1 (13) 66.3 (11)

Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Fr.

>> >> 2004 2005 1999 2007 1997

moSt Ya Y RdS in tWo ConSeCUtive GameS

CaReeR (min. 20 GameS) Andre Hall Dyral McMillan matt Grothe Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Jermaine Clemons Vince Brewer DeJuan Green Marquel Blackwell

118.7 (23) 62.3 (20) 57.5 (26) 53.6 (42) 51.3 (32) 35.3 (30) 32.3 34) 31.0 (22) 28.1 (44)

6 6 4 3 3

2004-2005 1998-1999 2006-2007 1997-2000 2001-2004 1997-1999 2000-2003 2002-2003 1999-2002

>> >>

moSt 100-YaRd GameS SeaSon Andre Hall Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams matt Grothe

Sr. Jr. Sr. Fr. So.

2005 2004 1999 1997 2007

CaReeR Andre Hall Rafael Williams Dyral McMillan matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Jermaine Clemons LaFann Williams

12 7 5 3 2 2 2

2004-2005 1997-2000 1998-1999 2006-P 1999-2002 1997-1999 1998

>> >>

moSt 200-YaRd GameS SeaSon Andre Hall Dyral McMillan

2 2

100-Ya Y Rd RUShinG tandemS Ya

Jr. Sr.

>> >>

Ben Williams (186) / matt Grothe (120) FaU, 10/06/07 Rafael Williams (125) / LaFann Williams (117) Valparaiso, 9/12/98 LaFann Williams (122) / Rafael Williams (119) Morehead St., 11/21/98 mike Ford (134) / aston Samuels (101) Syracuse, 11/10/07

Dyral McMillan

479

1999

Andre Hall

436

2004

Andre Hall

390

2005

Andre Hall

349

2004

moSt Ya Y RdS in thRee ConSeCUtive GameS Andre Hall

591

2004

Andre Hall

549

2004

Andre Hall

510

2004

Dyral McMillan

500

1999

Andre Hall

490

2005

>> >>

vs. New Haven (258), 11/06 vs. Hofstra (221), 11/13 at UAB (275), 11/03 vs. East Carolina (161), 11/13 at Rutgers (168), 11/05 at Syracuse (222), 11/12 at Louisville (74), 10/22 at UAB (275), 11/3

>> >>

at UAB (275), 11/3 vs. East Carolina (161), 11/13 at Cincinnati (155), 11/20 vs. Army (200), 10/16 at Louisville (74), 10/22 at UAB (275), 11/3 at Louisville (74), 10/22 at UAB (275), 11/3 vs. East Carolina (161), 11/13 at James Madison (21), 10/30 vs. New Haven (259), 11/6 vs. Hofstra (221), 11/1 at Rutgers (168), 11/5 at Syracuse (222), 11/12 vs. Cincinnati (100), 11/19

100-Ya Y Rd RUSheRS Ya 275 258 222 221 200 186 179 168 161 156 155 155 146 144 140 134 134 133 132 132 125 122 122 120 119 119 118 118 117 117 114 113 110 108 107 105 105 102 101 101 100 100

29 34 24 40 19 25 30 35 27 18 22 16 25 14 24 24 28 14 12 7 8 28 13 14 28 8 19 12 13 10 19 17 19 22 10 12 14 16 17 2 29 16

Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Ben Williams Rafael Williams Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall Andre Hall matt Grothe Dyral McMillan mike Ford Andre Hall mike Ford Jermaine Clemons Marquel Blackwell Jermaine Clemons Rafael Williams Rafael Williams LaFann Williams matt Grothe Andre Hall Rafael Williams Andre Hall Rafael Williams DeJuan Green LaFann Williams Rafael Williams Marquel Blackwell Dyral McMillan Ben Williams Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Vince Brewer Dyral McMillan Ricky Ponton aston Samuels Andre Hall matt Grothe

Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. So. Sr. Fr. Jr. Fr. So. So. So. So. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. So. Sr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Sr. So. Fr. Jr. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Sr. So.

>> >>

at UAB Nov. 3, 2004 vs. New Haven Nov. 6, 1999 at Syracuse Nov. 12, 2005 vs. Hofstra Nov. 13, 1999 vs. Army Oct. 16, 2004 at FaU oct. 6, 2007 vs. Morehead State Oct. 4, 1997 at Rutgers Nov. 5, 2005 vs. East Carolina Nov. 13, 2004 vs. Florida A&M Sep. 10, 2005 vs. UCF Sep. 17, 2005 at Cincinnati Nov. 20, 2004 at Connecticut oct. 27, 2007 vs. New Hampshire Oct. 23. 1999 vs. Louisville nov. 17, 2007 vs. Memphis Nov. 27, 2004 at Syracuse nov. 10, 2007 vs. Charleston So. Nov. 1, 1997 at Baylor Sep. 23, 2000 vs. Ky. Wesleyan Sep. 6, 1997 vs. Valparaiso Sep.12, 1998 vs. James Madison Sep. 16, 2000 vs. Morehead State Nov. 21, 1998 vs. FaU oct. 6, 2007 at TCU Sept. 25, 2004 vs. Morehead State Nov. 21, 1998 vs. NC State Dec. 31, 2005 vs. Davidson Nov. 22, 1997 at East Carolina Nov. 8, 2003 vs. Valparaiso Sep.12, 1998 vs. Jacksonville St. Sep. 2, 2000 vs. Troy State Sep. 30, 2000 vs. Liberty Oct. 9, 1999 vs. Connecticut oct. 7, 2006 at Cumberland Nov. 8, 1997 vs. Charleston So. Oct. 18, 2003 vs. Austin Peay St. Nov. 18, 2006 vs. Cumberland Nov. 7, 1998 at North Carolina Oct. 14, 2006 at Syracuse nov. 10, 2007 vs. Cincinnati Nov. 19, 2005 vs. UCF oct. 13, 2007

2004 1999

CaReeR Andre Hall Dyral McMillan

3 2

moSt ConSeCUtive 100-Ya Y Rd GameS Ya Andre Hall Andre Hall

2004-2005 1998-1999

>> >>

at UAB (275) 11/3/04; East Carolina (161) 11/13/04; at Cincinnati (155) 11/20/04; Memphis (134) 11/27/04 3 at Rutgers (168) 11/5/05; at Syracuse (222) 11/12/05; Cincinnati (100) 11/19/05

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Passing Records << >> >>

moSt attemPtS Game Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Ronnie Banks Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Chad Barnhardt

65 61 55 54 47 47 46 42 42 41 41 41

Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr.

at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 at Memphis, 9/22/01 at Utah, 10/6/01 vs. Cincinnati, 11/3/07 vs. Louisville, 10/4/03 at North Texas, 10/5/02 vs. Southern Utah, 10/20/01 at Baylor, 9/23/00 vs. Drake, 9/20/97 vs. New Haven, 11/6/99 at Hofstra, 10/24/98 at Citadel, 9/13/97

SeaSon Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste

456 403 392 326 317 296 262 261 252

Jr. Sr. So. Jr. R-Fr. So. Fr. Jr. Jr.

2001 2002 2007 1997 2006 2000 1999 2003 2005

>> >>

moSt ComPLetionS Game Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks

37 37 31 29 28 27 27 27 27 26

Jr. at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 Jr. vs. Southern Utah, 10/20/01 So. vs. Cincinnati, 11/03/07 Sr. at North Texas, 10/5/02 Jr. at Utah, 10/6/01 Sr. vs. Florida Atlantic, 8/29/02 So. vs. Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 Sr. vs. Florida Atlantic, 8/29/02 So. vs. Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 Jr. vs. Louisville, 10/4/03

SeaSon Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste Pat Julmiste

258 230 232 202 186 171 136 127 124 118

Jr. Sr. So. R-Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Jr. Jr. So.

2001 2002 2007 2006 1997 2000 1999 2003 2005 2004

CaReeR

CaReeR Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Pat Julmiste Chad Barnhardt Ronnie Banks

1,417 709 591 519 354

moSt toUChdoWn Pa P SSeS Game Marquel Blackwell Five Times

5 4

Sr.

1999-02 2006-P 2003-06 1997-98 2001-04

>> >> at East Carolina, 10/19/02 Marquel Blackwell, 3 Chad Barnhardt, 1 Ronnie Banks, 1

SeaSon Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt

20 18 17 16 15 14 13 10

Jr. Sr. Sr. Fr. R-Fr. So. So. Jr.

2001 2002 1998 1999 2006 2007 2000 1997

CaReeR Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Ronnie Banks

67 29 27 17 11

1999-02 2006-07 1997-98 2003-06 2001-04

Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Ronnie Banks

795 434 300 289 176

1999-02 2006-P 1997-98 2003-06 2001-04

a RaGe Ya ave Y RdS PeR ComPLetion Game (Min. 10 completions) Glen Gauntt 20.5 Chad Barnhardt 19.8 Pat Julmiste 19.4 Chad Barnhardt 18.3 Marquel Blackwell 18.2 Chad Barnhardt 18.2

So. Sr. So. Sr. So. Jr.

>> >>

(13-266) vs. Cumberland, 11/7/98 (12-238) vs. Elon, 10/4/98 (12-233) vs.East Carolina, 11/13/04 (16-293) at Liberty, 9/19/98 (14-255) vs. Liberty, 10/21/00 (14-255) vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97

SeaSon (Min. 60 completions) Chad Barnhardt 15.6 Pat Julmiste 13.3 matt Grothe 12.8 Chad Barnhardt 12.7 Pat Julmiste 12.1 Marquel Blackwell 11.9 Marquel Blackwell 11.8

(114-1,776) (118-1,570) (202-2,576) (186-2,362) (124-1,489) (136-1,620) (171-2,016)

Sr. So. R-Fr. Jr. Jr. Fr. So.

1998 2004 2006 1997 2005 1999 2000

CaReeR (Min. 120 completions) Chad Barnhardt 13.8 Pat Julmiste 12.6 matt Grothe 12.1 Marquel Blackwell 11.5 Ronnie Banks 10.7

(300-4,138) (289-3,642) (434-5,246) (795-9,108) (176-1,890)

1997-1998 2003-2006 2006-P 1999-2002 2001-2004

>> >>

a RaGe Ya ave Y RdS PeR Game SeaSon

>> >>

moSt PaSSinG YaRdS Game matt Grothe matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt

382 364 360 343 331 324 321 305 302 299

So. vs. Cincinnati, 11/03/07 R-Fr. vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 So. vs. Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 Jr. at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 Sr. at Hofstra, 10/24/98 So. at TCU, 9/25/04 Sr. at East Carolina, 10/19/02 Sr. at Houston, 11/23/02 R-Fr. at UCF, 9/16/06 Jr. vs. Drake, 9/20/97

2,882 2,670 2,590 2,576 2,362 2,016 1,776 1,620 1,570 1,489

Jr. So. Sr. R-Fr. Jr. So. Sr. Fr. So. Jr.

(Min.10 Games) Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blacwkell Chad Barnhardt matt Grothe matt Grothe

262.0 235.5 214.7 205.4 198.2

(11-2,882) (11-2,590) (11-2,362) (13-2,670) (13-2,576)

2001 2002 1997 2007 2006

207.0 201.8 196.7 98.4 72.7

(44-9,108) (26-5,246) (21-4,138) (37-3,642) (26-1,890)

1999-2002 2006-P 1997-1998 2003-2006 2001-2004

CaReeR (Min. 20 games) Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Ronnie Banks

SeaSon Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Pat Julmiste Pat Julmiste

2001 2007 2002 2006 1997 2000 1998 1999 2004 2005

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9,108 5,246 4,138 3,461 1,890

1999-02 2006-P 1997-98 2003-06 2001-04

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Passing Records >> hiGheSt ComPLetion PeRCentaGe Game (Min. 20 attempts) Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe matt Grothe matt Grothe matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt

80.4 76.0 73.9 73.3 71.4 70.4

(37-46) (19-25) (17-23) (22-30) (25-35) (19-27)

>> >>

Jr. vs. Southern Utah, 10/20/01 R-Fr. vs. Pittsburgh, 11/4/06 So. vs. Louisvlle, 11/17/07 R- Fr. at West virginia, irginia, 11/25/06 R-Fr. vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 R-Fr. vs.Western Kentucky,10/17/98

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300-YaRd Pa P SSeRS matt Grothe matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe

54 35 39 65 41 33 33 36 31

31 25 27 37 19 22 19 23 21

382 vs. Cincinnati, 1/3/07 364 vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 360 vs.Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 343 at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 331 at Hofstra, 10/24/98 324 at TCU, 9/25/04 321 at East Carolina, 10/19/02 305 at Houston, 11/23/02 302 at UCF, 9/16/06

SeaSon (Min. 100 attempts) matt Grothe matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt

63.7 59.2 59.1 57.8 57.1 57.1

(202-317) (232-392) (114-193) (171-296) (230-403) (186-326)

R-Fr. So. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr.

2006 2007 1998 2000 2002 1997

CaReeR (Min. 200 attempts) matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste

61.2 57.8 56.1 49.7 47.2

(434-709) (300-519) (795-1417) (176-354) (289-591)

hiGheSt eFFiCienCY RatinG SeaSon (Min. 100 attempts) Chad Barnhardt matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt matt Grothe

156.1 138.8 126.8 124.3 123.7 121.0

Sr. R-Fr. So. Sr. Jr. So.

2006 - P 1997-1998 1999-2002 2001-2004 2003-2006

>> >> 1998 2006 2000 2002 1997 2007

CaReeR (Min. 200 attempts) Chad Barnhardt matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell

135.8 129.0 121.9

1997-1998 2006- P 1999-2002

moSt 300+ Ya Y RdS PaSSinG SeaSon matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell

2 2

R-Fr. Sr.

>> >> 2006 2002

CaReeR Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste

4 3 1 1

1999-2002 2006-2007 1997-1998 2003-2006

moSt Ya Y RdS in tWo ConSeCUtive GameS Marquel Blackwell 619 Jr.

2001

>> >>

at Pittsburgh (343), 9/8 at Memphis (276), 9/22 matt Grothe 601 R-Fr. 2006 vs. Syracuse (364), 11/11 at Louisville (237), 11/18 Marquel Blackwell 586 Jr. 2001 vs. Southern Utah (295), 10/20 vs. Liberty (291), 10/27 Marquel Blackwell 575 Jr. 2001 vs. Liberty (291), 10/27 vs. Houston (284), 11/3 Marquel Blackwell 572 Jr. 2001 at Connecticut (277), 10/13 vs. Southern Utah (295), 10/20 matt Grothe 571 So. 2007vs. Connecticut (189), 10/27 at Cincinnati (382), 11/03

>> >>

hiGheSt toUChdoWn PeRCentaGe SeaSon (Min. 100 attempts) Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell

8.81 6.11 4.73 4.47 4.39 4.39

(17-193) (16-262) (15-317) (18-403) (13-296) (20-456)

Sr. Fr. R-Fr. Sr. So. Jr.

1998 1999 2006 2002 2000 2001

CaReeR (Min. 200 attempts) Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Matt Grothe

5.202 4.728 4.09

(27-519) (67-1,417) (29-709)

LonGeSt toUChdoWn Pa P SSeS Marquel Blackwell to DeAndrew Rubin matt Grothe to ttaurus Johnson Pat Julmiste to Johnny Peyton Pat Julmiste to Andre Hall Chad Barnhardt to Clif Dell Chad Barnhardt to Clif Dell Grant Gregory to Carlton mitchell

1997-1998 1999-2002 2006-P

>> >>

95 vs. Northern Illinois, 9/7/02 79 vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 77 at UAB, 11/3/04 76 at Pittsburgh, 10/15/05 75 vs. Elon, 10/10/98 75 vs. Slippery Rock, 9/5/98 75 vs. UCF, 10/13/07

>> >>

moSt ConSeCUtive Pa P SSeS WithoUt int. SinGLe Game Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell

63 42 42 42 40

Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr.

at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 vs. Southern Utah, 10/20/01 at Baylor, 9/23/00 vs. Drake, 9/6/97 vs. Bowling Green, 11/16/02

ContinUoUS GameS Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste

235 121 111 110 109

Jr. Jr.-Sr. So. Jr. So.

2001 1997-1998 2000 1997 2004

>> >>

LoWeSt inteRCePtion PeRCentaGe SeaSon (Min. 100 attempts) Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks

0.74 1.35 2.15 2.41 3.07

(3-403) (4-296) (7-326) (11-456) (8-261)

Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr.

2002 2000 1997 2001 2003

CaReeR (Min. 200 attempts) Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste

1.98 (28-1417) 3.08 (16-519) 3.39 (12-354) 3.89 (23-591)

1999-2002 1997-1998 2001-2004 2003-2006

>> >>

moSt inteRCePtionS Game Pat Julmiste matt Grothe Seven Times

4 4 3

So.

vs. Cincinnati, 11/3/07

SeaSon matt Grothe matt Grothe Pat Julmiste Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste

14 14 11 11 10 9 8 8

R-Fr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Jr. So.

2006 2007 2005 2001 1999 1998 2003 2004

CaReeR Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Pat Julmiste Chad Barnhardt Ronnie Banks

28 28 23 16 12

1999-2002 2006-P 2003-0226 1997-1998 2001-2004

toUChdoWn Pa P SSeS BY non-qUaRteRBaCk Charlie Jackson Andre Hall Amarri Jackson Clenton Crossley

Leon Matthews Pat Julmiste Derek Carter Tim Jones

50 16 11 3

Citadel Pittsburgh Louisville Utah State

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Receiving Records << >> >>

ReCePtionS Game DeAndrew Rubin 11 (144) Hugh Smith 10 (70) Huey Whittaker 9 (96) Huey Whittaker 9 (82) Huey Whittaker 9 (101) Rafael Williams 9 (82) By a tight ight end (Game) Trevor Hypolite 7

Jr. at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 Sr. vs. Northern Illinois, 9/7/02 Sr. vs. Louisville, 10/4/03 So. vs. Southern Utah, 10/20/01 So. at Utah, 10/6/01 Sr. at Middle Tennessee State, 11/11/00 Jr.

at Citadel, 9/13/97

By a Running Back (Game) Rafael Williams 9 Jr. at San Diego State, 9/4/99 Rafael Williams 9 Sr. at Middle Tennessee State, 11/11/00

SeaSon Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Ean Randolph Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker

62 52 49 40 39

(661) (548) (506) (475) (516)

Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Sr.

2002 2001 2006 2001 2003

(390)

Jr.

1997

By a Running Back (Season) Rafael Williams 31 (270)

Sr.

2000

By a tight ight end (Season) Trevor Hypolite 34

CaReeR Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Chris Iskra

131 117 104 91 83

By a tight ight end (Career) Trevor Hypolite

1999-2002 2001-2003 1997-2000 1999-2002 2000-2003

1997-1998

By a Running Back (Career) Rafael Williams 68 Clenton Crossley 56

1997-2000 2001-2004

toUChdoWn ReCePtionS

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Game Elgin Hicks

Sr.

at East Carolina, 11/8/03

7 6 6 5 5

Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Fr.

2003 2000 1998 2002 1999

SeaSon Elgin Hicks Scott McCready RJ Anderson Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin

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ReCeivinG Ya Y RdS Game Clif Dell DeAndrew Rubin Chris Iskra Clif Dell Elgin Hicks ttaurus Johnson Andre Hall Ean Randolph DeAndrew Rubin

149 (5) 144 (11) 143 (6) 136 (3) 132 (5) 131 (5) 131 (7) 126 (5) 126 (4)

Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Sr.

vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97 at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 vs. Liberty, 10/27/01 vs. Slippery Rock, 9/5/98 vs. Nicholls State, 9/6/03 vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 at Pittsburgh, 10/15/05 at UCF, 9/16/06 vs. Northern Illinois, 9/7/02

By a tight ight end (Game) Trevor Hypolite 75

Jr.

at Citadel, 9/13/97

By a Running Back (Game) Andre Hall 131 Rafael Williams 87

Sr. Fr.

at Pittsburgh, 10/15/05 at Cumberland, 11/8/97

SeaSon Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Carlton mitchell Clif Dell DeAndrew Rubin Scott McCready

661 (62) 548 (52) 537 (37) 537 (23) 532 (34) 517 (37)

Sr. So. R-Fr. Sr. Jr. Sr.

2002 2001 2007 1998 2001 2000

By a tight ight end (Season) Trevor Hypolite 390 (34)

Jr.

1997

By a Running Back (Season) Andre Hall 321 (26) Rafael Williams 270 (31)

Sr. Sr.

2005 2000

CaReeR Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Chris Iskra

1,523 1,447 1,373 1,306 1,119

1999-2002 2001-2003 1997-2000 1999-2002 2000-2003

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LonGeSt ReCePtionS 95 79 77 76 75 75 75 68 67 67 57 56 56

DeAndrew Rubin ttaurus Johnson Johnny Peyton Andre Hall Clif Dell Clif Dell Carlton mitchell Chris Iskra Elgin Hicks Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin Clif Dell Charlie Jackson

Sr. So. Fr. Sr. Sr. Sr. R-Fr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Fr.

vs. Northern Illinois, 9/7/02 vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 at UAB, 11/3/04 at Pittsburgh, 10/15/05 vs. Elon, 10/10/98 vs. Slippery Rock, 9/5/98 vs. UCF, 10/13/07 vs. Liberty, 10/21/00 vs. Nicholls State, 9/6/03 vs. Austin Peay,11/18/00 at Northern Illinois, 8/30/01 vs. Slippery Rock, 9/5/98 vs. Davidson, 11/22/97

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a RaGe YaRdS PeR ReCePtion ave SeaSon (MIN. 20 RECEPTIONS) Clif Dell Johnny Peyton Charlie Jackson RJ Anderson Scott McCready

23.3 (23-537) 21.3 (22-469) 17.0 (24-407) 16.7 (25-418) 16.5 (22-364)

Sr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Jr.

1998 2004 2000 1998 1999

By a tight ight end (min. 20 catches) Trevor Hypolite 11.5 (34-390)

Jr.

1997

By a Running Back (Min. 20 receptions) Andre Hall 12.3 (26-321) Ben Williams 10.4 (23-240) Rafael Williams 8.7 (31-270)

Sr. Jr. Sr.

2005 2007 2000

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100-Ya Y Rd ReCeiveRS Ya Clif Dell DeAndrew Rubin Chris Iskra Clif Dell Elgin Hicks ttaurus Johnson Andre Hall Ean Randolph DeAndrew Rubin Johnny Peyton Huey Whittaker DeAndrew Rubin Hugh Smith Joe Bain Carlton mitchell Scott McCready Hugh Smith Carlton mitchell ttaurus Johnson Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Charlie Jackson Hugh Smith

5 11 6 3 5 5 7 5 4 2 5 3 6 4 7 5 4 2 6 5 9 5 8

149 144 143 136 132 131 131 126 126 124 122 121 118 110 110 107 107 107 106 106 101 101 100

Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Sr. Sr. Fr So. Jr. So. Sr. Sr.

vs. Kentucky Wesleyan 9/6/97 at Pittsburgh 9/8/01 vs. Liberty 10/27/01 vs. Slippery Rock 9/5/98 vs. Nicholls State 9/6/03 vs. Syracuse 11/11/06 at Pittsburgh 10/15/05 at UCF 9/16/06 Northern Illinois 9/7/02 at UAB 11/3/04 at Southern Miss 10/25/03 at Northern Illinois 8/30/01 at East Carolina 10/19/02 at TCU 9/25/04 vs Cincinnati 11/03/07 vs. Western Kentucky 11/4/00 at Houston 11/23/02 vs. UCF 10/13/07 vs. FL international 9/9/06 at Utah 10/6/01 at Utah 10/6/01 vs. Western Kentucky 11/4/00 vs. Charleston Southern 11/2/02

moSt GameS With 100+ Ya Y RdS ReCeivinG SeaSon Hugh Smith Carlton mitchell ttaurus Johnson DeAndrew Rubin

3 2 2 2

Sr. Fr. So. Jr.

>> >> 2002 2007 2006 2001

CaReeR Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin

4 3

1999-2002 1999-2002

CaReeR DeAndrew Rubin Hugh Smith RJ Anderson Scott McCready

138

14 10 10 8

1999-2002 1999-2002 1998-1999 1997-2000

Same Game 100-Ya Y Rd tandemS Ya Scott McCready (107) & Charlie Jackson (101) High Smith (106) & Huey Whittaker (101)

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vs. Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 at Utah, 10/6/01

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moSt PLaYS a aYS

SeaSon (MIN. 10 GAMES)

Game Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell

76 76 68 61 58

Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Sr.

at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 vs. Cincinnati, 11/03/07 at Memphis, 9/22/01 at Utah, 10/6/01 at North Texas, 10/5/02

SeaSon matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Pat Julmiste Chad Barnhardt

590 548 495 492 424 378 361

So. Jr. R-Fr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr.

2007 2001 2006 2002 2000 2005 1997

1,819 1,085 1,898 1,595 1,485 1,462

1999-02 2006-P 2003-06 1997-98 2004-05 1997-00

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moSt Ya Y RdS Gained Game matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe

457 420 409 386 375 368 356

So. vs. Cincinnati, 11/03/07 Jr. vs.Western Kentucky, 11/4/00 R-Fr. vs. Syracuse, 11/11/06 So. vs. Troy State, 9/30/00 R-Fr. at UCF, 9/16/06 So. at Baylor, 9/23/00 So. at Connecticut, 10/27/07

3,542 3,198 3,123 2,892 2,582 2,275 1,825

(872 + 2,670) (622 + 2,576) (241 + 2,882) (302 + 2,590) (566 + 2,016) (-87 + 2,362) (336 + 1,489)

10,343 6,740 4,456 3,996 2,747 2,153 1,845

(1,235 + 9,108) (1,494+ 5,246) (814 + 3,642) (-142 + 4,138) (2,731 + 16) (2,153 + 0) (-115 + 1,960)

SeaSon matt Grothe matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste

Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt

283.9 272.5 262.9 246.0 234.7 206.8

(11-3,123) (13-3,542) (11-2,892) (13-3,198) (11-2,582) (11-2,275)

Jr. So. Sr. R-Fr. So. Jr.

So. R-Fr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr.

2007 2006 2001 2002 2000 1997 2005

2001 2007 2002 2006 2000 1997

matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell Chad Barnhardt Pat Julmiste Andre Hall

259.3 235.1 190.3 120.4 119.4

(26-6,740) (44-10,343) (21-3,996) (37-4,456) (23-2,747)

2006-P 1999-2002 1997-1998 2003-2006 2004-2005

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SeaSon (Min. 100 plays) Chad Barnhardt Andre Hall Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe

7.3 6.5 6.3 6.1 6.0 5.9 5.2

(234-1,721) (211-1,373) (361-2,275) (424-2,582) (590-3,542) (492-2,892) (495-2,576)

Sr. Jr. Jr. So. So. Sr. R-Fr.

1998 2004 1997 2000 2007 2002 2006

CaReeR Chad Barnhardt Jermaine Clemons Andre Hall Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Dyral McMillan

6.7 5.8 5.7 5.7 5.6 5.5

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moSt PLaYS a (aLL PURPoSe) aYS Game Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Rafael Williams

40 35 35 34 33

Sr. vs. Hofstra (40 rush), 11/13/99 Sr. at Rutgers, 11/5/05 Sr. vs. New Haven (34 rush, 1 rec.), 11/6/99 Jr. at TCU (28 rush, 4 rec., 2 kr), 9/25/04 Fr. vs. Morehead St. (30 rush, 3rec.), 10/4/97

SeaSon

CaReeR (MIN. 20 GAMES)

a RaGe Gain PeR PLaY ave a aY

CaReeR Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe Pat Julmiste Chad Barnhardt Andre Hall Rafael Williams

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a RaGe Ya ave Y RdS PeR Game

(595-3,996) (185-1,080) (211-2,747) (1,819-10,343) (1,085-6118) (225-1,246)

1997-1998 1997-1999 2004-2005 1999-2002 2006-P 1998-1999

Andre Hall Andre Hall Rafael Williams matt Grothe Dyral McMillan matt Grothe

296 244 208 198 188 179

Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Sr. R-Fr.

2005 2004 2000 2007 1999 2006

CaReeR Rafael Williams Andre Hall Clenton Crossley Marquel Blackwell matt Grothe

541 540 427 403 377

1997-00 2004-05 2001-04 1999-02 2006-07

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moSt Ya Y RdS Gained (aLL PURPoSe) Game Andre Hall DeAndrew Rubin Dyral McMillan Andre Hall DeAndrew Rubin

SeaSon

Andre Hall Andre Hall Jermaine Clemons DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson Ean Randolph

CaReeR

DeAndrew Rubin Andre Hall Charlie Jackson Rafael Williams Hugh Smith

274 271 260 244 235

Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr.

at UAB, 11/3/04 at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 New Haven, 11/6/99 Army, 10/16/04 Northern Illinois, 9/7/02

1,838 1,695 1,319 1,191 1,103 1,099 1,002

(1,357 rush, 149 rec, 332 kr) (1,374 rush, 321 rec) (686 rush, 249 rec, 384 kr) (357 rec., 432 pr, 402 kr) (532 rec, 406 pr, 165 kr) (48 rush, 273 rec, 368 pr, 410kr) (51 rush, 506 rec., 370 pr, 75 kr)

Jr. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. Fr. Sr.

2004 2005 1997 2002 2001 1997 2006

3,898 3,533 3,289 2,912 2,379

(9 rush,1,306 rec,1,049 pr, 1,534 kr) (2,731 rush, 470 rec., 332 kr) (74 rush, 1,373 rec, 1,053 pr, 789 kr) (2,253 rush, 659 rec) (247 rush, 1,523 rec, 609 kr)

1999-02 2004-05 1997-00 1997-00 1999-02

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1999-02 2006-P 2003-06 1997-98 2004-05 1997-00 2001-04

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Rushing/Receiving/Return Records << >> >>

moSt PLaYS a aYS Game Dyral McMillan Andre Hall Dyral McMillan

40 Sr. 35 Sr. 35 Sr.

vs. Hofstra (40 rush), 11/13/99 at Rutgers (35 rush), 11/5/05 vs. New Haven (34 rush, 1 rec), 11/6/99

DeAndrew Rubin

Andre Hall Andre Hall Rafael Williams

296 228 208

Sr. Jr. Sr.

2005 2004 2000

CaReeR Rafael Willams Andre Hall Clenton Crossley

540 524 422

1997-2000 2004-2005 2001-2004

Brian Fisher Brian Fisher Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson

7 7 7 7

SeaSon

Brian Fisher Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson

47 38 34

>> >> Jr. at Southern Miss (7-74), 10/25/03 Jr. vs. TCU (7-58), 10/10/03 Jr. vs. Southwest Texas (7-51), 9/11/99 So. vs. Slippery Rock (7-82), 9/5/98

CaReeR

Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher

(424) (381) (368)

112 64 52

Jr. So. Fr.

(1,053) (1,049) (534)

2003 1998 1997

1997-00 1999-02 2001-03

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moSt Ya Y RdS Gained Game Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Andre Hall

274 Jr. 260 Sr. 230 Sr.

at UAB (275 rush, -1 rec.), 11/3/04 vs. New Haven (258 rush, 2rec), 11/6/99 at Syracuse (222 rush, 8 rec.), 11/12/05

Sr.

2002

1999-02

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moSt PUnt RetURn YaRdS Game

SeaSon

moSt RetURnS Game

CaReeR (excludes blocks)

Ean Randolph DeAndrew Rubin Jackie Chambers DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson

DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher DeAndrew Rubin

Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher

123 119 108 100 100

Sr. vs. Florida International, 9/9/06 So. vs. James Madison, 9/16/00 So. vs. Florida A&M, 9/10/05 Sr. v.s Southern Miss (4-100), 10/12/02 Fr. vs. Charleston Southern (4-100), 11/1/97

432 424 406

(29) (47) (26)

1,053 1,049 534

(112) (64) (52)

Sr. Jr. Jr.

2002 2003 2001

1997-2000 1999-2002 2001-2003

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hiGh PUnt RetURn ave a RaGe Game (MIN. 2 RETURNS) Ean Randolph DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin

61.5 59.5 48.0

Sr. Florida International (2-123), 9/9/06 So. James Madison (2-119), 9/16/00 Jr. Utah State (2-96), 11/24/01

SeaSon (Min. 10 returns) DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Ean Randolph Jackie Chambers Charlie Jackson

15.6 14.9 14.8 11.6 10.8

(26-406) (29-432) (25-370) (32-370) (34-368)

Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Fr.

2001 2002 2006 2005 1997

CaReeR (Min. 30 returns) SeaSon Andre Hall Andre Hall Dyral McMillan

1,695 1,506 1,093

Sr. Jr. Sr.

(1,374 rush, 321 rec.) (1,357 rush, 149 rec.) (1,017 rush, 76 rec.)

2005 2004 1999

CaReeR Andre Hall Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Hugh Smith Jermaine Clemons matt Grothe Huey Whittaker Charlie Jackson Dyral McMillan DeAndrew Rubin Vince Brewer Marquel Blackwell Chris Iskra Clif Dell

140

3,201 2,912 2,012 1,770 1,502 1,494 1,447 1,429 1,339 1,315 1,311 1,252 1,119 1,003

2004-2005 1997-2000 2001-2004 1999-2002 1997-1999 2006-P 2001-2003 1997-2000 1998-1999 1999-2002 2000-2003 1999-2002 2000-2003 1997-1998

DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher Charlie Jackson

16.4 10.3 9.4

(64-1,049) (52-534) (112-1,053)

1999-2000 2001-2003 1997-2000

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moSt kiCkoFF RetURnS Game DeAndrew Rubin Jermaine Clemons Charlie Jackson Andre Hall

5 5 5 5

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moSt kiCkoFFS RetURned FoR td SeaSon (excludes blocks)

SeaSon (excludes blocks)

DeAndrew Rubin

SeaSon

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moSt RetURn toUChdoWnS

Mike Jenkins Chad Simpson J.R. Reed DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson

1 1 1 1 1

Sr. Fr. Sr. Sr. Fr.

2007 2005 2003 2002 1997

CaReeR (excludes blocks) Mike Jenkins Chad Simpson J.R. Reed DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson

1 1 1 1 1

2004-07 2004-05 2000-03 1999-02 1997-00

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moSt kiCkoFF RetURn YaRdS Game Mike Jenkins Jermaine Clemons Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin

192 147 135 135

Sr. vs. Cincinnati (5-192), 11/03/07 So. vs. Southern Illinois (5-147), 10/18/97 Sr. vs. Liberty (4-135), 10/27/01 Fr. vs. New Haven (5-135), 11/6/99

SeaSon DeAndrew Rubin J.R. Reed Jerome murphy urphy

578 570 560

(23) (18) (23)

1,534 789 701

(60) (39) (29)

Fr. Sr. So.

1999 2003 2007

CaReeR DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson Jermaine Clemons

1999-2002 1997-2000 1997-1999

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hiGheSt kiCkoFF RetURn ave a RaGe Game (min. 2 RetURnS) Charlie Jackson 52.0 J.R. Reed 47.0 DeAndrew Rubin 46.5

Fr. vs.Charleston Southern (2-104), 11/1/97 Sr. at Southern Miss (2-94), 10/25/03 Sr. vs. Charleston Southern (2-93), 11/2/02

SeaSon (min. 10 RetURnS) J.R. Reed Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin

31.7 29.2 27.8

(18-570) (10-292) (14-389)

Sr. Sr. So.

2003 2001 2000

CaReeR (min. 20 RetURnS) DeAndrew Rubin Jermaine Clemons Hugh Smith

25.6 24.2 23.4

(60- 1,534) (29-701) (26-609)

1999-2002 1997-1999 1999-2002

Fr. vs. New Haven (5-135), 11/6/99 So. vs. Southern Illinois (5-147), 10/18/97 Fr. at Western Ketucky (5-82), 9/27/97 Jr. at Louisville (5-65), 11/22/04

SeaSon DeAndrew Rubin Jerome murphy urphy J.R. Reed Charlie Jackson

23 23 18 18

(578) (560) (570) (410)

60 39 29

(1,534) (789) (701)

Fr. So. Sr. Fr.

1999 2007 2003 1997

CaReeR DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson Jermaine Clemons

1999-02 1997-00 1997-99

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moSt RetURnS Game DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson

8 8

Sr. vs. Memphis (5pr, 3kr), 11/9/02 Fr. at Western Kentucky (3pr, 5kr), 9/27/97

Charlie Jackson Jackie Chambers Brian Fisher Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson

52 45 47 45 44 34 34

(34 pr, 18 kr) (32 pr, 13 kr) (47 pr) (38 pr, 7 kr) (29 pr, 15 kr) (26 pr, 8 kr) (27 pr, 7 kr)

151 124 60 59 34

(112 pr, 39 kr) (60 kr, 64 pr) (52 pr, 8 kr) (40 pr, 19 kr) (31 kr, 3 pr)

Fr. So. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr.

1997 2005 2003 1998 2002 2001 1999

CaReeR Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher Jackie Chambers Jermaine Clemons

1997-00 1999-02 2001-03 2004-06 1997-99

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moSt RetURn Ya Y RdS Game 204 192 163 160

Fr. vs. Charleston Southern (100 pr, 104 kr), 11/1/97 Sr. vs. Cincinnati (192 kr), 11/3/07 So. vs. James Madison (44 kr, 119 pr), 9/16/00 So. at Baylor (131 kr, 29 pr), 9/23/00

SeaSon DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson J.R. Reed Jackie Chambers DeAndrew Rubin

834 778 752 611 600

(432 pr, 402 kr) (368 pr, 410 kr) (570 kr, 71pr, 45 int, 66 fr) (370 pr, 241 kr) (211 pr, 389 kr)

Sr. Fr. Sr. So. So.

2002 1997 2003 2005 2000

CaReeR DeAndrew Rubin Charlie Jackson J.R. Reed Jackie Chambers Jermaine Clemons

>> >>

Game J.R. Reed

Sr.

at Memphis (1 kick, 1 fum.), 11/29/03

3 3 2 2

Sr. Sr. Sr. Fr.

5 4 4

(4 pr, 1 kr) (2 fr, 1 kr, 1 int) (4 ints)

SeaSon

Charlie Jackson Mike Jenkins DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin

moSt RetURnS RetURned FoR td

2,583 1,842 961 778 769

(1,534 kr, 1,049) (1053 pr, 789 kr) (570 kr, 183 fr, 127 int, 81 pr) (427 pr, 351 kr) (701 kr, 68 pr)

1999-02 1997-00 2000-03 2004-06 1997-99

DeAndrew Rubin Trae Williams J.R. Reed Roy Manns

(2 pr, 1 kr) (3 ints) (1 kr, 1 fr) (2 ints)

2002 2007 2003 1997

CaReeR DeAndrew Rubin J.R. Reed Trae Williams

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hiGheSt RetURn ave a RaGe Game (min. 3 RetURnS) DeAndrew Rubin Mike Jenkins Charlie Jackson Hugh Smith J.R. Reed

40.8 38.4 34.0 33.8 31.2

1999-02 2000-03 2004-07

So. vs. James Madison (4-163), 9/16/00 Sr. vs. Cincinnati (5-192), 11/03/07 Fr. vs. Charleston Southern (6-204), 11/1/97 Sr. vs. Liberty (4-135), 10/27/01 Sr. at Memphis (5-156), 11/29/03

SeaSon (min.15 RetURnS) DeAndrew Rubin Chad Simpson J.R. Reed DeAndrew Rubin Jerome murphy

26.1 25.2 25.1 25.1 24.3

(23-600) (16-404) (30-752) (23-578) (23-560)

So. Fr. Sr. Fr. So.

2000 2005 2003 1999 2007

CaReeR (min. 30 RetURnS) Jermaine Clemons DeAndrew Rubin Jackie Chambers Charlie Jackson

22.6 20.8 13.2 12.2

(34-769) (124-2,583) (59-778) (151-1,842)

1997-99 1999-02 2004-06 1997-00

RetURnS FoR toUChdoWnS

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Yds. 100 96 94 94 91 86 82 81 76 73 64 63 56 55 50 45 45 42 39 39 38 37 37 35 32 32 32 29 27 26 26 26 24 21 20 16 15 13 12 12 11 9 3 0 0 0

date 11/03/07 11/29/03 9/24/05 11/1/97 11/24/01 10/27/01 11/02/02 9/16/00 9/9/06 11/03/07 11/18/00 11/3/01 8/29/02 9/7/02 11/8/03 11/29/03 9/12/98 9/20/97 11/3/04 11/1/97 10/21/00 9/11/04 11/24/07 9/12/98 11/5/05 11/24/01 10/3/98 9/27/03 9/7/02 11/19/05 11/13/04 9/28/07 11/8/97 11/24/07 9/6/97 10/13/01 9/22/01 11/02/02 11/24/01 9/11/99 11/5/05 11/25/06 11/17/07 11/3/04 10/19/02 9/16/00

ttype ype Kick Kick Kick Kick Punt Int. Kick Punt Punt Int. Int. Fbl. Punt Punt Fbl. Fbl. Int. Fbl. Int. Int. Int. Int. Int. Int. Int. Blk. Int. Int. Int. Int. Int. Int. Fbl. Int. Int. Blk. Fbl. Int. Fbl. Int. Fbl. Fbl. Fbl. Fbl. Fbl. Fbl.

Player Mike Jenkins J.R. Reed Chad Simpson Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin Bernard Brown DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Ean Randolph Trae Williams Kenny Robinson J.R. Reed DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Kevin Verpaele J.R. Reed Bernard Brown Anthony Henry Bruce Gipson Roy Manns Carl Zalak Trae Williams Nate Allen Demetrius Woods Johnnie Jones Sidney Simpson Roy Manns Kevin Verpaele Ron Hemingway Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Juan Brown Sidney Simpson Ben Moffitt Demetrius Woods Trae Williams Roy Manns Kenny Robinson Shurron Pierson J.R. Reed Chris Daley Anthony Henry Terrence Royal George Selvie Nate Allen Craig Kobel Ron Hemingway John Miller

opponent Cincinnati Memphis Louisville Charleston Southern Utah State Liberty Charleston Southern James Madison Florida International Cincinnati Austin Peay Houston Florida Atlantic Northern Illinois East Carolina Memphis Valparaiso Drake at UAB Southern Liberty Tennessee Tech at Pittsburgh Valparaiso Rutgers Utah State Citadel Army Northern Illinois Cincinnati East Carolina West Virginia at Cumberland at Pittsburgh Kentucky Wesleyan Connecticut at Memphis Charleston Southern Utah State Southwest Texas Rutgers West Virginia Louisville at UAB at East Carolina James Madison

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moSt FieLd GoaLS made Game Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs

4 4 4

Sr. So. Fr.

Jacksonville State (4-4), 9/2/00 Slippery Rock (4-4), 9/5/98 Morehead State (4-4), 10/4/97

SeaSon delbert alvarado Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica

19 16 16 16

So. So. Sr. Fr.

2007 2002 2000 1998

CaReeR Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

38 36 24

2001-2004 1998-2000 2006-P

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moSt FieLd GoaLS attemPted Game delbert alvarado

So.

auburn (2-6), 9/8/07

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LonGeSt FieLd GoaL Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado Kyle Bronson Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

63 Austin Peay, 11/18/00 56 Syracuse, 11/11/06 51 James Madison, 9/16/00 47 Syracuse, 11/11/06 47 Louisville, 9/24/05 47 at South Carolina, 9/18/04 152 Jacksonville State (25, 43, 43, 41), 9/2/00 139 Slippery Rock (37, 38, 37, 27), 9/5/98 137 Morehead State (22-45-43-27), 10/4/97 105 at Liberty (20, 41, 44), 9/19/98 103 Syracuse (56, 47), 11/11/06

moSt 40+ YaRd FieLd GoaLS SeaSon Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado Bill Gramatica

7 6 5

Sr. So. So.

29 24 24

So. Sr. So.

2007 2000 1998

CaReeR Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

63 53 38

2001-2004 1998-2000 2006-P

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FieLd GoaL PeRCentaGe SeaSon (MIN. 15 ATTEMPTS) Santiago Gramatica Kyle Bronson Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

76.2 (16-21) 68.8 (11-16) 66.7 (16-24) 66.7 (16-24) 65.5 (19-29)

So. RFr. Sr. Fr. So.

2002 2005 2000 1998 2007

CaReeR Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs Delbert Alvarado

67.9 (36-53) 65.2 (15-23) 63.1 (24-38)

1998-2000 1997 2006-P

2000 2007 1998

CaReeR Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado Santiago Gramatica

13 8 7

1998-2000 2006-P 2001-2004

SeaSon delbert elbert alvarado lvarado Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica

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moStt PPat ats made ats Game Steve Riggs Bill Gramatica Delbert Alvarado

10 9 8

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P PeRCentaGe Pat SeaSon (MIN. 25 ATTEMPTS) Delbert Alvarado Bill Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Kyle Bronson Bill Gramatica

98.1 (52-53) 97.9 (46-47) 96.8 (31-32) 96.7 (29-30) 96.7 (29-30)

So. So. Jr. RFr. So.

2007 1998 2003 2005 2000

CaReeR delbert alvarado Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs

97.0 (65-67) 96.6 (85-88) 91.2 (31-34)

2006-P 1998-2000 1997

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moStt PPatS, no miSSeS Game Steve Riggs Bill Gramatica Delbert Alvarado

10 9 8

Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97 Cumberland, 11/7/98 UCF, 10/13/07

moSt ConSeCUtive tive PPaat ats ts made Delbert Alvarado Bill Gramatica Santiago Gramatica

57 45 41

>> >> 2006-07 1998 2003-2004

Fr. Kentucky Wesleyan (10-10), 9/6/97 So. Cumberland, 11/7/98 So. UCF, 10/13/07

SeaSon Delbert Alvarado Bill Gramatica Santiago Gramatica

52 46 44

So. So. Fr.

2007 1998 2001

CaReeR Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

132 85 65

>> >>

Pats Pat ats attemPted Game Steve Riggs Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica

2001-2004 1998-2000 2006-P

10 Fr. Kentucky Wesleyan (10-10), 9/6/97 9 Fr. Liberty (6-9), 10/27/01 9 So. Cumberland (9-9), 11/7/98

SeaSon moSt ConSeCUtive FieLd GoaLS made Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs Kyle Bronson Bill Gramatica

8 7 6 6

Jr.-Sr. Fr. RFr. So.

>> >> 1999-2000 1997 2005 1998

delbert alvarado Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica

53 So. 52 Fr. 47 So.

2007 2001 1998

147 88 67

2001-2004 1998-2000 2006-P

CaReeR Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica delbert alvarado

Longest Field Goals

142

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Brandon Baker

Punting Records >> >> >>

moSt PUntS Game Nine Times

Game (MIN. 3 PUNTS)

SeaSon Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson

74 74 66 65 58

So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr.

2003 1999 2002 2005 2001

CaReeR Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson Tony Umholtz

198 171 161

2002-2005 2000-2002 1997-1999

>> >>

moSt YaRdS Game Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson Devin Sanderson

416 397 394 376 374

Sr. So. Sr. So. Sr.

at Arkansas (9-416), 9/14/02 vs. TCU (9-397), 10/10/03 vs. Illinois State (9-394), 10/16/99 at Kentucky (8-376), 9/9/00 at Oklahoma (9-374), 9/14/02

SeaSon Tony Umholtz Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Brandon Baker

3,062 3,002 2,768 2,630 2,380

Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Jr.

1999 2003 2002 2005 2004

CaReeR Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson Tony Umholtz

8,070 6,995 6,384

LonGeSt PUntS Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz

72 68 67 65 65

>> >>

hiGheSt ave a RaGe

2002-2005 2000-2002 1997-1999

>> >>

Sr. at Arkansas, 9/7/02 Sr. at Penn State, 9/3/05 Jr. vs. Memphis, 11/27/04 Sr. at Miami, 10/1/05 Sr. at James Madison, 10/30/99

Tony Umholtz Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Tony Umholtz Brandon Baker

49.7 49.2 48.7 48.2 48.0

Game Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr.

at James Madison (7-348), 10/30/99 vs. Southern Miss (5-246), 11/2/04 vs. Kentucky Wesleyan (3-146), 9/6/97 at Hofstra (5-241), 10/24/98 vs. Florida A&M (3-144), 9/10/05

SeaSon (MIN. 30 PUNTS) Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker delbert alvarado Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson

41.9 41.8 41.6 41.4 41.1

Sr. Jr. So. Sr. So.

(66-2,768) (57-2,380) (58-2,414) (74-3,062) (47-1.933)

2002 2004 2007 1999 2000

CaReeR (MIN. 60 PUNTS) Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz

>> >>

moSt PUntS inSide 20

40.9 40.8 39.7

(171-6,995) (198-8,070) (161-6,384)

2000-2002 2002-2005 1997-1999

>> >>

hiGheSt net ave a RaGe

Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz

5 5 4 4 4 4 4

Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. So. So. Sr.

at Connecticut, 11/26/05 vs. Northern Illinois, 9/7/02 at Syracuse, 11/12/05 at South Carolina, 9/18/04 vs. Louisville, 10/4/03 vs. TCU, 9/27/03 vs. New Hampshire, 10/23/99

SeaSon Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz delbert alvarado Devin Sanderson

27 21 18 17 16 15

So. Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Sr.

CaReeR Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson

66 40 37

2002-2005 1997-1999 2000-2002

Game (MIN. 3 PUNTS) Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson

48.0 47.6 46.7 46.6 46.3

Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr.

vs. Southern Miss, 10/2/04 at James Madison, 10/30/99 at Arkansas, 9/7/02 vs. Louisville, 10/4/03 vs. Connecticut, 10/13/01

SeaSon (MIN. 30 PUNTS) Tony Umholtz Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Brandon Baker Devin Sanderson

39.3 38.8 38.6 38.0 37.8

Jr. Jr. Sr. So. So.

(39-1,533) (57-2,212) (74-2,858) (74-2,812) (47-1,777)

1998 2004 1999 2003 2000

CaReeR (MIN. 60 PUNTS) Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson

37.8 37.7 37.2

(198-7,484) (161-6,063) (171-6,360)

2002-2005 1997-1999 2000-2002

2003 2005 2004 1999 2007 2002

>> >>

FeWeSt toUChBaCkS SeaSon Justin teachey t Devin Sanderson Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Tony Umholtz

2 2 3 5 5 5

So. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. So.

2006 2000 2001 2004 1998 1997

CaReeR (min. tWo SeaSonS) Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz

13 18 20

2000-2002 2002-2005 1997-1999

moSt ConSeCUtive WithoUt BLoCk Brandon Baker Tony Umholtz Tony Umholtz

141 92 61

>> >>

2002-2005 1997-1999 1999

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143

Kawika Mitchell

Defensive Records << >> >>

moSt ta t CkLeS J.R. Reed Anthony Henry Maurice Jones Tyrone mckenzie

19 18 18 18

Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr.

vs. Cincinnati, 10/31/03 at James Madison, 10/30/99 at Alabama, 8/30/03 at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07

121 117 116 112 106 104 102 102 101 100

Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr.

2007 2002 2003 2006 2001 2007 2006 2001 2004 2007

SeaSon ttyrone yrone mckenzie Kawika Mitchell Maurice Jones Ben Moffitt Kawika Mitchell Ben Moffitt Stephen Nicholas Anthony Williams Javan Camon Ben Moffitt

CaReeR Kawika Mitchell Ben Moffitt Stephen Nicholas Roy Manns J.R. Reed

367 335 326 317 301

1999-02 2004-07 2002-06 1997-00 2000-03

>> >>

moSt ta t CkLeS FoR LoSS Game George Selvie George Selvie George Selvie Kawika Mitchell Tim Jones Craig Kobel

6 5 5 5 5 5

So. vs. elon, 9/1/07 So. vs. north Carolina, 9/15/07 RFr. vs. FiU,9/9/06 Sr. at Oklahoma, 9/28/02 So. at Army, 9/27/03 Sr. vs. Pittsburgh, 12/4/04

31.5 19 19 18 18

So. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr.

SeaSon George Selvie Craig Kobel Kawika Mitchell Tavares Jurineack Greg Walls

2007 2003 2002 2002 2002

CaReeR Stephen Nicholas Greg Walls Terrence Royal George Selvie Maurice Jones Shawn Hay

53.5 48 47.5 46 40 38

2002-06 1999-02 2002-05 2006-P 2000-03 1997-00

moSt ta t CkLeS FoR LoSS - Ya Y RdaGe

>> >>

SeaSon George Selvie Shurron Pierson Demetrius Woods Stephen Nicholas Terrence Royal

139 92 80 75 74

(31.5) (12) (14) (15) (10.5)

217 195 190 160 134

(53.5) (46) (47.5) (38) (27)

So. So. Fr. Sr. Sr.

2007 2001 1997 2006 2005

George Selvie Shurron Pierson George Selvie Terrence Royal Shurron Pierson Chris Daley Chris Daley Greg Walls Demetrius Woods

SeaSon

George Selvie Terrence Royal Shurron Pierson Chris Daley Shurron Pierson Shawn Hay Demetrius Woods

CaReeR

Stephen Nicholas George Selvie Terrence Royal Shurron Pierson Shawn Hay Greg Walls Chris Daley Craig Kobel Demetrius Woods

So. Jr. So. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Fr.

vs. elon, 9/1/07 vs. Southern Miss, 10/12/02 vs. north Carolina, 9/15/07 vs. NC State, 12/31/05 vs. Utah State, 11/24/01 vs. Connecticut, 10/13/01 vs. at Memphis, 9/22/01 at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 vs. Davidson, 11/22/97

14.5 10 10 9.5 8 8 8

So. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. Fr.

2007 2005 2001 2001 2002 1997 1997

20 20 19.5 18 17 14.5 13.5 13 13

2002-06 2006-P 2002-05 2001-02 1997-00 1999-02 1999-02 2001-04 1997-98

>> >>

moSt SaCk YaRdaGe SeaSon

George Selvie Shurron Pierson Terrence Royal Jason Allen Chris Robinson Chris Daley

CaReeR

Stephen Nicholas Terrence Royal Shurron Pierson Shawn Hay George Selvie Craig Kobel

87 81 72 68 61 61

So. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. Jr.

137 137 130 112 111 91

2002-06 2006-P 2002-05 1997-00 1998-01

63 (TD) 52 (TD) 44 44 42 (TD)

2007 2001 2005 2005 2006 2001

2002-2206 2002-2005 2001-2002 1997-2000 2006-P 2001-2004

LonGeSt FUmBLe RetURn J.R. Reed Maurice Jones Nate Allen J.R. Reed Anthony Henry

CaReeR Stephen Nicholas George Selvie Terrence Royal Shawn Hay Tecoy Blount

4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

So. So. So. So. So.

>> >>

vs. Houston, 11/3/01 vs. North Texas, 9/29/01 vs. West Virginia, 9/28/07 vs. Houston, 11/3/01 vs. Drake, 9/20/97

>> >>

moSt FUmBLe ReCoveRieS Game

Game

144

>> >>

moSt SaCkS

Chris Daley J.R. Reed Roy Manns Bernard Brown Therrimann Edwards

SeaSon

Tim Jones Terrence Royal J.R. Reed Chris Daley nate allen

CaReeR

Anthony Henry Terrence Royal .R. Reed Bernard Brown Ben Moffitt

2 2 2 2 2

Jr. So. Sr. Jr. So.

vs. Utah State, 11/24/01 vs. Houston, 11/3/01 vs. Jacksonville State, 9/2/00 vs. Southern Illinois, 10/2/99 at Charleston Southern, 10/31/98

3 3 3 3 3

Sr. Sr. So. Jr. So.

2005 2005 2001 2001 2007

6 5 5 5 5

1997-00 2002-05 2000-03 1997-01 2004-07

>> >>

moSt FUmBLe Ya Y RdS Game

J.R. Reed Maurice Jones Nate Allen J.R. Reed Anthony Henry Tavares Jurineack

SeaSon

J.R. Reed J.R. Reed Maurice Jones Kevin Verpaele Anthony Henry

107(TD) 52 (TD) 44 44 42 (TD) 37

So. So. So. So. So. Jr.

vs. Houston, 11/3/01 vs. North Texas, 9/29/01 vs. West Virginia, 9/28/ vs. Houston, 11/3/01 vs.Drake, 9/20/97 at Memphis (9/22/01)

117 66 52 50 48

So. Sr. So. Sr. So.

2001 2003 2001 2003 1997

>> >>

moSt inteRCePtionS Game J.R. Reed Trae Williams Sidney Simpson John Miller J.R. Reed Kevin Verpaele Bernard Brown Roy Manns Ben Moffitt

3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Fr. Sr.

at Memphis, 11/28/03 at UCF, 9/16/06 vs. East Carolina, 11/13/04 at Houston, 11/23/02 at Houston, 11/23/02 at North Texas, 10/5/02 vs. Citadel, 10/3/98 vs. Charleston Southern, 11/1/97 vs. West Virginia, 9/28/07

SeaSon Trae Williams J.R. Reed Trae Williams J.R. Reed Ron Hemingway J.R. Reed Anthony Henry Roy Manns

7 7 6 6 5 5 5 5

Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Fr.

2006 2003 2007 2002 2002 2001 2000 1997

CaReeR J.R. Reed Trae Williams Anthony Henry

18 16 10

2000-03 2004-07 1997-00

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Miscellaneous Records >> moSt Ya Y RdS RetURned (inteRCePtion)

>> >>

Game Bernard Brown Trae Williams Devon Davis Kenny Robinson Trae Williams Ben Moffitt

86 (1) 73 (1) 70 (1) 64 (1) 64 (1) 60 (1)

Sr. Sr. So. Fr. Sr. Sr.

vs. Liberty, 10/27/01 vs. Cincinnati, 10/03/07 vs. Louisville, 10/14/03 vs. Austin Peay, 11/18/00 vs. Louisville, 11/17/07 vs. Pitt, 11/24/07

SeaSon Trae Williams Ben moffitt Anthony Henry Bernard Brown Roy Manns

164 (6) 136 (4) 88 (5) 86 (2) 86 (5)

Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Fr.

2007 2007 2000 2001 1997

CaReeR Trae Williams J.R. Reed Ben Moffitt Bernard Brown Anthony Henry Roy Manns

219 (16) 148 (18) 136 (4) 131 (7) 126 (10) 118 (8)

2004-07 2000-03 2004-07 1997-01 1997-00 1997-00

LonGeSt RetURn (inteRCePtion) Bernard Brown Trae Williams Devon Davis Kenny Robinson Bernard Brown

86 (TD) 73 (TD) 70 (Non-TD) 64 (TD) 45 (TD)

Sr. Sr. So. Fr. So.

moSt int int. RetURnS FoR toUChdoWnS SeaSon Trae Williams Roy Manns

CaReeR

Trae Williams Roy Manns Bernard Brown

3 2

Sr. Fr.

4 3 2

Starts 21 3 42 9 1 1 24 25

2004-07 1997-00 1997-01

Record 12-9 2- 1 30-12 4-5 1-0 0-1 13-11 17-8

debut Game Kentucky Wesleyan Cumberland at Western Kentucky at Alabama Charleston Southern at East Carolina at Penn State Florida international

>> >> Years 1997-1998 1997-1999 1999-2002 2003-2004 2003 2005 2003-2006 2006-P

FiRSt CaReeR qB StaRtS name Chad Barnhardt Glen Gauntt Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Brian Fisher Pat Julmiste Courtney Denson matt Grothe

>> >> 2007 1997

StaRtinG qUaRteRBaCk ReCoRdS name Chad Barnhardt Glen Gauntt Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Brian Fisher Courtney Denson Pat Julmiste matt Grothe

>> >>

vs. Liberty, 10/27/01 vs. Cincinnati, 10/03/07 vs. Louisville, 10/4/03 vs. Austin Peay, 11/18/00 vs. Valparaiso, 9/12/98

date 9/6/97 1/7/98 9/18/99 8/30/03 10/18/03 11/8/03 9/3/05 9/9/06

>> >>

Result W 80-3 W 69-3 W 21-6 L 17-40 W, 55-7 W, 38-37 (OT) L, 13-23 W, 21-20

>> >>

moSt PointS SCoRed Game Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Jermaine Clemons Ben Williams

24 24 24 24

Jr. at TCU (4 TDs), 9/25/04 Sr. vs. New Hampshire (4 TDs), 10/23/99 So. vs.Kentucky Wesleyan (4 TDs), 9/6/97 Jr. vs. FaU (4 tds), 10/6/07

SeaSon delbert alvarado Bill Gramatica Andre Hall Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica Steve Riggs Andre Hall Otis Dixon

109 94 90 83 77 76 72 72

So. So. Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Jr. So.

2007 1998 2005 2002 2000 1997 2004 1998

CaReeR Santiago Gramatica Bill Gramatica Andre Hall delbert alvarado Rafael Williams Otis Dixon Marquel Blackwell DeAndrew Rubin

246 193 162 137 120 120 120 120

2001-04 1998-00 2004-05 2006-P 1997-00 1997-00 1999-02 1999-02

>> >>

moSt toUChdoWnS Game Andre Hall Dyral McMillan Jermaine Clemons Ben Williams

4 4 4 4

Jr. Sr. So. Jr.

at TCU, 9/25/04 vs. New Hampshire, 10/23/99 vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, 9/6/97 vs. FaU, 10/6/07

SeaSon Andre Hall Andre Hall mike Ford Otis Dixon matt Grothe Dyral McMillan

15 12 12 12 10 10

Sr. Jr. Fr. So. So. Sr.

2005 2004 2007 1998 2007 1999

CaReeR Andre Hall Clenton Crossley Otis Dixon Marquel Blackwell Rafael Williams DeAndrew Rubin matt Grothe

27 21 20 20 19 19 19

2004-05 2001-04 1997-00 1999-02 1997-00 1999-02 2006-P

LaRGeStt Ra RaYmond JameS StadiUm CRoWd 67,012 65,948 57,379 57,288 45,274 45,139 43,122 37,693 36,549 36,044 35,671 33,639 33,586 33,368

West Virginia UCF Cincinnati Louisville West Virginia UCF Florida A&M North Carolina Army Louisville Pittsburgh Elon Louisville TCU

>> >>

9/8/07 10/13/07 11/3/07 11/17/07 12/3/05 9/17/05 9/10/05 9/22/07 10/16/04 10/4/03 11/4/06 9/1/07 9/24/05 10/10/0

>> >>

moSt Pa P SSeS deFended Game J.R. Reed Bernard Brown Stephen Nicholas Glenn Davis

5 5 4 4

So. Jr. So. So.

vs. North Texas, 9/29/01 at San Diego State, 9/4/99 vs. Tennessee Tech, 9/11/04 at Western Kentucky, 9/27/97

19 16 16 16 16

Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So.

1999 2006 2006 2007 2001

SeaSon Bernard Brown Mike Jenkins Trae Williams Trae Williams J.R. Reed

CaReeR Mike Jenkins J.R. Reed Trae Williams Bernard Brown Anthony Henry Glenn Davis Roy Manns

47 45 43 41 30 28 28

2004-07 2000-03 2004--07 1997-01 1997-00 1997-00 1997-00

LaRGeSt home CRoWd att. tt. 67,012 65,948 57,379 57,288 49,212 45,274 45,139 43,122 37,693 36,549 36,044 35,671 34,432 33,827 33,639 33,586 33,368

opponent West Virginia UCF Cincinnati Louisville Kentucky Wesleyan West Virginia UCF Florida A&M North Carolina Army Louisville Pittsburgh Southern Illinois Drake Elon Louisville TCU

LaRGeSt aWaY aY CRoWd aY att. 99,235 82,617 78,900 76,780 74,432 63,821 58,308 57,937 55,817 52,790 67,012 65,948 57,379 57,288

opponent at Penn State at Auburn at South Carolina at Alabama at Oklahoma at Kentucky at Miami NC State (Charlotte N.C.) at Arkansas at West Virginia at West Virginia at UCF at Cincinnati at Louisville

LaRGeSt home SeaSon attendan a Ce att. 318,959 194,325 231,266 181,333

avg./Game vg./Game 53,160 38,865 33,038 30,222

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9/8/07 10/13/07 11/3/07 11/17/07 9/6/97 12/3/05 9/17/05 9/10/05 9/22/07 10/16/04 10/4/03 11/4/06 10/18/97 9/20/97 9/1/07 9/24/05 10/10/03

>> >>

date 9/3/05 9/8/07 9/18/04 8/30/03 9/28/02 9/9/00 10/1/05 12/31/05 9/14/02 11/25/06 9/8/07 10/13/07 11/3/07 11/17/07

>Year> >> 2007 2005 1997 2006

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Annual Stat Leaders << RUSHING YARDS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

COMBINED RUSHING/RECEIVING

NAME Rafael Williams Rafael Williams Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Clenton Crossley DeJuan Green Andre Hall Andre Hall Matt Grothe Matt Grothe

ATT 139 98 181 167 88 92 113 210 270 178 198

YDS 1,729 1,586 1,017 1,704 1,380 1,415 1,490 1,357 1,374 622 872

AVG 5.2 6.0 5.6 4.2 4.3 4.5 4.3 6.5 5.1 3.5 4.4

TD 7 6 9 4 7 3 5 11 13 9 10

YDS 2,362 1,776 1,620 2,016 2,882 2,590 1,448 1,570 1,489 2,576 2,670

TD 10 17 16 13 20 18 8 7 6 15 14

NAME Chad Barnhardt Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste Pat Julmiste Matt Grothe Matt Grothe

ATT 326 193 262 296 456 403 261 247 252 317 392

CMP INT 186 7 114 9 136 10 171 4 258 11 230 3 127 8 118 8 124 11 202 14 232 14

1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Trevor Hypolite (rec) Clif Dell (yds) RJ Anderson RJ Anderson Scott McCready Huey Whittaker Hugh Smith Huey Whittaker Johnny Peyton Andre Hall Ean Randolph Carlton Mitchell

NO 34 31 25 36 37 52 62 39 22 26 49 37

YDS 390 466 418 427 517 548 661 516 469 321 506 537

AVG 11.5 15.0 16.7 11.9 14.0 10.5 10.7 13.2 21.3 12.3 10.3 14.5

TD 1 2 6 4 6 2 5 2 2 2 4 4

TOTAL OFFENSE YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Chad Barnhardt Chad Barnhardt Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Marquel Blackwell Ronnie Banks Pat Julmiste Pat Julmiste Matt Grothe Matt Grothe

PLAYS 361 234 355 424 548 492 302 343 378 495 590

YDS 2,275 1,721 1,746 2,582 3,123 2,892 1,385 1,763 1,825 3,198 3,542

AVG/GM 206.8 172.1 158.7 234.7 283.9 262.9 153.9 160.3 152.1 246.0 272.5

ALL-PURPOSE YARDS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

146

NAME Jermaine Clemons LaFann Williams Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher Andre Hall Andre Hall Ean Randolph Matt Grothe

TACKLES

PLAYS 160 107 188 198 107 73 122 228 296 56 163

YDS 1,964 1,675 1,093 1,974 1,558 1,690 1,600 1,506 1,695 557 884

TD 8 6 10 4 9 7 5 12 15 5 12

YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher Travis Lipp Jackie Chamber Ean Randolph Marcus Edwards

NO 34 38 27 9 8 29 47 11 32 25 31

YDS 368 381 177 211 165 432 424 89 370 370 231

AVG 10.8 10.0 6.6 23.4 20.6 14.9 9.0 8.1 11.6 14.8 7.5

TD 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 1 0

YDS 410 229 578 389 292 402 570 332 404 316 560

AVG 22.8 22.9 25.1 27.8 29.2 26.8 31.7 20.8 25.2 22.6 24.3

TD 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0

YDS 778 484 305 600 571 834 576 332 611 445 577

AVG 15.0 10.8 10.2 26.1 16.8 19.0 10.7 20.8 13.6 15.3 21.4

TD 1 0 0 1 1 3 0 0 0 1 0

KICK RETURNS

RECEIVING YARDS YEAR 1997

NAME Rafael Williams Rafael Williams Dyral McMillan Rafael Williams Clenton Crossley Hugh Smith DeJuan Green Andre Hall Andre Hall Ean Randolph Mike Ford

PUNT RETURNS

PASSING YARDS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

PLAYS 151 114 188 198 68 62 119 244 296 85 198

YDS 1,319 854 1,093 974 1,103 1,191 936 1,838 1,695 1,002 872

YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Charlie Jackson Jermaine Clemons DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Hugh Smith DeAndrew Rubin J.R. Reed Andre Hall Chad Simpson Taurus Johnson Jerome Murphy

NO 18 10 23 14 10 15 18 16 16 14 23

TOTAL RETURNS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin DeAndrew Rubin Brian Fisher Andre Hall Jackie Chamber Ean Randolph Jerome Murphy

NO 52 45 30 23 34 44 54 16 45 29 27

PUNTING YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Tony Umholtz Tony Umholtz Tony Umholtz Devin Sanderson Devin Sanderson Devin Sanderson Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Brandon Baker Justin Teachey Delbert Alvarado

NO 48 39 74 47 58 66 74 57 65 45 58

YDS 1,758 1,564 3,062 1,933 2,294 2,768 3,002 2,380 2,630 1,718 2,414

AVG 36.6 40.1 41.4 41.1 39.6 41.9 40.6 41.8 40.5 38.2 41.6

YEAR 1997 1998

NAME Demetrius Woods Roy Manns Jason Butler Roy Manns Kawika Mitchell Kawika Mitchell Kawika Mitchell Maurice Jones Javan Camon Ben Moffitt Ben Moffitt Tyrone McKenzie

1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

UT 43 48 53 64 54 59 72 72 63 52 75 78

AT 37 42 37 33 23 47 45 44 38 44 37 43

TOT 80 90 90 97 77 106 117 116 101 96 112 121

SACKS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Shawn Hay Demetrius Woods Demetrius Woods Tchecoy Blount Therrimann Edwards Shurron Pierson Shurron Pierson Craig Kobel Craig Kobel Terrence Royal Stephen Nicholas George Selvie

NO 8 8 5 6.5 3.5 10 8 6 6 10 7.5 14.5

YDS 66 58 26 53 20 82 49 38 45 72 57 87

INTERCEPTIONS YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Roy Manns Bernard Brown Anthony Henry Anthony Henry J.R. Reed J.R. Reed J.R. Reed Sidney Simpson Six Players Trae Williams Trae Williams

NO 5 4 3 5 5 6 7 2 2 7 6

YDS 86 45 27 88 48 34 45 34 — 8 164

TD 2 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 — 0 3

FIELD GOALS YEAR

NAME

1997 1998 1999

Steve Riggs Bill Gramatica Bill Gramatica Tony Umholtz Bill Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Kyle Bronson Delbert Alvarado Delbert Alvarado

2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

MADE-ATT

LONG

15-23 16-24 4-5 4-9 16-24 3-11 16-21 12-20 7-11 11-16 5-9 19-29

45 44 44 38 63 33 41 45 47 47 56 47

SCORING YEAR 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

NAME Steve Riggs Bill Gramatica Dyral McMillan Bill Gramatica Marquel Blackwell Clenton Crossley Santiago Gramatica Santiago Gramatica Andre Hall Andre Hall Matt Grothe Delbert Alvarado

TD 0 0 10 0 9 9 0 0 12 15 9 0

PAT 31-34 46-47 0-0 29-30 0-0 0-0 35-40 30-31 0-0 0-0 0-0 52-53

CV 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FG 15-23 16-24 0-0 16-24 0-0 0-0 16-21 12-20 0-0 0-0 0-0 19-29

PTS 76 94 60 77 54 54 83 66 72 90 54 109

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Team Single Game Records >> >> >>

FIRST DOWNS Most First Downs USF 31 Opp. 33 Total 56

Most Attempts Southern Utah at Arkansas Liberty

10/20/01 9/14/02 10/27/01

at Southern Miss Florida A&M Charleston Southern Southwest Texas

10/7/00 9/10/05 11/2/02 9/11/99

Fewest First Downs USF 7 Opp. 4 4 Total 18

Most by Rushing USF 19 Opp. 21 Total 31

UCF at Georgia Southern at Georgia Southern

9/17/05 11/14/98 11/14/98

Fewest by Rushing USF

2 Last time was vs. Southern Miss

Opp. 1 Total 6

Last time was at Syracuse at Houston

Five Times 10/2/04 Five Times 11/10/07 11/23/02

USF 22 Opp. 19 19 Total 32

Cincinnati at Cincinnati Memphis at Pittsburgh

11/3/07 11/20/04 11/9/02 9/8/01

at Louisville Charleston Southern James Madison Cumberland at Cumberland Southwest Texas

10/22/04 10/18/03 9/16/00 11/7/98 11/8/97 9/11/99

at TCU (OT) at Utah at Baylor at TCU (OT) at Utah

9/25/04 10/6/01 9/23/00 9/25/04 10/6/01

Fewest by Passing 2 2 2 Opp. 0 0 Total 6

USF 66 Opp. 65 65 Total 100

9/17/05 9/14/02 9/18/99 11/8/03

Fewest Attempts USF 15 Opp. 17 Total 61 61

at Arkansas Syracuse Utah State at Pittsburgh

9/14/02 11/10/07 11/24/01 9/8/01

Florida A&M at Elon Army

9/10/05 10/11/97 10/16/04

at Southern Miss Charleston Southern Florida Atlantic

10/7/00 10/18/03 8/30/02

Most Net Yards USF 377 Opp. 381 Total 609

Fewest Net Yards USF 18 Opp. -52 Total 69

Most by Penalty USF

8 8 Opp. 8 Total 11 11

USF 9.3 Opp. 8.2

Liberty vs. Oregon

10/27/01 12/31/07

Lowest Average Yards Per Rush USF 0.5 Opp. -1.6

at Memphis Charleston Southern

11/28/03 10/18/03

Kentucky Wesleyan Army at Elon

at Pittsburgh at Kentucky at Pittsburgh

9/8/01 9/9/00 9/8/01

Louisville Cumberland at Georgia Southern

9/24/05 11/7/98 11/14/98

Fewest Attempts USF 10 Opp. 3 Total 20

Most Completions USF 41 Opp. 39 Total 67

Southern Utah Liberty at Pittsburgh

10/20/01 10/27/01 9/8/01

at Louisville Charleston Southern at Cumberland at Syracuse

10/22/04 10/18/03 11/8/97 11/12/05

3 3 Opp. 0 Total 13

at Georgia Southern at Cincinnati

11/14/98 11/20/04

9/6/97 10/16/04 10/11/97

USF 382 Opp. 422 Total 716

9/8/01 10/27/01 9/8/01

Rutgers at Arkansas at Georgia Southern Pittsburgh Florida A&M at Troy State Charleston Southern

9/29/06 9/14/02 11/14/98 11/4/06 9/10/05 9/25/99 11/1/97

Liberty at Cincinnati Liberty

10/27/01 11/20/04 10/27/01

TCU Kentucky Wesleyan Southwest Texas

10/10/03 9/6/97 9/11/99

Fewest Plays USF

51 51 51 Opp. 46 46 Total 115 115

USF 580 Opp. 577 Total 1,048

USF 126 Opp. 74 Total 319

Highest Average Yards Per Play

Lowest Completion Pct. (Min. 10 attempts) USF 14.3 Opp. 20.0

at Pittsburgh Liberty at Pittsburgh

Fewest Net Yards

Highest Completion Pct. (Min. 10 attempts) USF 83.3 Opp. 81.0

USF 97 Opp. 104 Total 177

Most Net Yards

Fewest Completions USF

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TOTAL OFFENSE Most Plays

USF 65 Opp. 58 Total 116

at Louisville Liberty (5-25)

10/22/04 10/9/99

Cincinnati Pittsburgh Liberty

11/3/07 12/4/04 10/27/01

James Madison at Cumberland at Syracuse

9/16/00 11/8/97 11/12/05

Most Net Yards

Most Touchdowns Rushing USF 8 Opp. 5 5

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PASSING Most Attempts

UCF at Arkansas at Western Kentucky at East Carolina

Highest Average Yards Per Rush

Most by Passing

USF

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RUSHING

USF 9.3 Opp. 7.7 7.6

Valparaiso at Hofstra at Cincinnati

9/12/98 10/24/98 11/20/04

Lowest Average Yards Per Play USF 2.1 Opp. 1.3 1.3

TCU Kentucky Wesleyan Southwest Texas

10/10/03 9/6/97 9/11/99

Fewest Net Yards USF 60 Opp. 0 Total 154

Highest Avg. Yards per Completion (Min. 5) USF 26.6 Opp. 22.3

at UAB at South Carolina

11/3/04 9/18/04

Lowest Avg. Yards Per Completion (Min. 5) USF 6.3 Opp. 4.6

at Miami Valparaiso

10/1/05 9/12/98

Highest Avg. Yards per Attempt (Min. 10) USF 16.9 Opp. 16.3

at East Carolina Northern Illinois

11/19/02 9/7/02

Lowest Avg. Yards per Attempt (Min. 10) USF

3.2 3.2 Opp. 1.3

at Louisville Cincinnati Valparaiso

10/22/04 10/31/03 9/12/98

Most Touchdown Passes USF

5 5 Opp. 5 Total 8

UCF at East Carolina Pittsburgh at East Carolina

10/13/07 10/19/02 12/4/04 10/19/02

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Team Single Game Records << >> >>

PUNTING Most Punts

Most Punts Returned

USF 12 Opp. 11 11 11 Total 22

at Oklahoma UCF Southwest Texas Valparaiso at Oklahoma

9/28/02 10/13/07 9/11/99 9/12/98 9/28/02

Fewest Punts USF 0 Opp. 0 Total 3

Austin Peay Georgia Southern Georgia Southern

11/18/00 11/15/97 11/15/97

Most Yards USF 457 Opp. 488

at Oklahoma Southwest Texas

9/28/02 9/11/99

Austin Peay Georgia Southern

11/18/00 11/15/97

Florida A&M at Oklahoma Florida A&M

9/10/05 9/28/02 9/10/05

Cumberland 11 Times at Connecticut Florida A&M at Northern Illinois Cumberland

11/7/98

at James Madison Charleston Southern

Fewest Yards Returned USF -2 Opp. -7 Total -1

USF 50.3 Opp. 25.0

USF 0.0 Opp. 0.3

10/27/07 9/10/05 8/30/01 11/7/98

10/30/99 11/1/97

Lowest Average Punt (Min. 3 punts) USF 22.8 Opp. 22.7

USF 8 Opp. 10 10 10 10 Total 15

at Hofstra at Pitt at Hofstra

10/24/98 11/24/07 10/24/98

Utah State at Oklahoma

11/24/01 9/28/02

at Oklahoma Louisville

9/28/02 10/4/03

Opp. 0 0 0 0 Total 1

Cincinnati UCF New Haven

9/16/06 11/7/98

Five Times 11/12/05 12/31/05 10/1/05 10/28/00 10/7/00 12/31/05

10/3/07 10/13/07 11/6/99

Fewest Yards Returned USF

Opp. 0 0 0 0 Total 14

Last time was at Syracuse NC State at Miami at Southern Miss at Connecticut NC State

Six Times 11/12/05 12/31/05 10/1/05 10/7/00 10/28/00 12/31/05

Most Returns USF 14 Opp. 13 13 Total 24 24

at Baylor at Connecticut

9/23/00 11/26/05

Lowest Avg. Return (Min. 3 returns) Western Kentucky Charleston Southern

11/4/00 10/18/03

Louisville Florida A&M at East Carolina at East Carolina Charleston Southern

10/4/03 9/10/05 11/8/03 11/8/03 11/2/02

Jacksonville State Memphis at Connecticut at Connecticut

9/2/00 11/27/04 10/28/00 10/28/00

Fewest Returns USF

2 2 Opp. 0 Total 4

Most Yards Returned USF 325 Opp. 332 Total 566

Cincinnati New Haven New Haven

11/3/07 11/6/99 11/6/99

Fewest Yards Returned USF

15 15 Opp. 0 Total 32

Memphis at Citadel at Connecticut Memphis

11/27/04 9/13/97 10/28/00 11/27/04

Highest Avg. Return (Min. 4 returns) USF 32.5 Opp. 39.2

Louisville at Troy State

9/24/05 9/25/99

Western Kentucky at Western Kentucky

11/4/00 9/27/97

Lowest Avg. Return (Min. 4 returns) USF 4.6 Opp. 6.2

Highest Avg. Return (Min. 3 returns) USF 43.7 Opp. 37.0

at UCF Cumberland

11/11/00 10/13/07 11/2/02 11/7/98 9/6/97 10/27/01

Most Yards Returned

USF 5.7 Opp. 9.4

148

Last time was at Syracuse NC State at Miami at Connecticut at Southern Miss NC State

USF 210 Opp. 226 Total 311

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TOTAL RETURNS (Kicks, Punts, Interceptions, Fumbles)

at Middle Tennessee UCF Charleston Southern Cumberland Kentucky Wesleyan Liberty

Fewest Kickoffs Returned USF

Highest Average Punt (Min. 3 punts) USF 49.7 Opp. 48.6

9/10/05 8/30/01 10/25/03

Most Yards Returned USF 209 Opp. 150 Total 217

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KICKOFF RETURNS Most Kickoff Returns

Florida A&M at Northern Illinois at Southern Miss

Lowest Avg. Return (Min. 3 returns)

Most Punts Blocked By USF 2 Opp. 1 Total 2 2 2 2

USF 9 Opp. 7 Total 12

Highest Avg. Return (Min. 3 returns)

Fewest Yards USF 0 Opp. 0

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PUNT RETURNS

Most Touchdowns Returned USF 2 Opp. 3 Total 3 3 3

Six Times New Haven Florida International Charleston Southern New Haven

11/6/99 9/9/06 11/2/02 11/6/99

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Team Single Game Records >> >> >>

INTERCEPTIONS Most Interceptions

Most Penalties

USF 7 Opp. 5 Total 7

at Houston UAB at Houston

11/23/02 11/22/03 11/23/02

USF

at Pittsburgh at Troy State Cincinnati

11/24/07 9/25/99 10/3/07

Fewest Penalties

Most Yards Returned USF 118 Opp. 114 Total 160

Fewest Yards Returned USF -4 Opp. -3 Total -3

at UCF Southern Illinois Florida A&M

9/16/06 10/18/97 9/10/05

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FUMBLES Most Fumbles USF 6 Opp. 7 Total 9

Southwest Texas at Cumberland Southwest Texas

9/11/99 11/8/97 9/11/99

Southwest Texas at Troy State Cumberland Southwest Texas at Troy State

9/11/99 9/25/99 11/7/98 9/11/99 9/25/99

Most Fumbles Lost USF 4 Opp. 4 4 Total 6 6

Most Fumble Return Yards USF 107 Opp. 41 Total 107

Houston New Haven Houston

11/3/01 11/6/99 11/3/01

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SACKS 7 7 7 Opp. 10

Most Points

18 18 Opp. 15 Total 29

USF

2 2 Opp. 1 Total 6

Cincinnati at TCU (OT) Louisville Connecticut

11/19/05 9/25/04 9/24/05 10/13/01

at East Carolina Drake Davidson Drake

11/8/03 9/20/97 11/22/97 9/20/97

80 Kentucky Wesleyan 48 (On Road) at Pitt Opp. 56 vs. Oregon Total 105 Liberty

USF 0 Opp. 0 Total 14

9/6/97 11/24/07 12/31/07 10/27/01

9/25/04 10/6/01 10/13/01

77 pts.

at East Carolina Davidson Drake

12/31/05 Eight Times Last time was at Syracuse 11/12/05 NC State 12/31/05

Kentucky Wesleyan

9/6/97

Most Decisive Loss 39 pts.

11/8/03 11/22/97 9/20/97

at Arkansas

9/14/02

Army at TCU (OT)

10/16/04 9/25/04

Kentucky Wesleyan at Utah at Hofstra Liberty

9/6/97 10/6/01 10/24/98 10/27/01

Most Points in a Loss USF 35 Opp. 44

Most Touchdowns USF 11 Opp. 7 7 Total 15

Fewest Touchdowns USF 0 Opp. 0 Total 1

Syracuse Florida Atlantic Kentucky Wesleyan TCU

11/11/06 8/29/02 9/6/97 10/10/03

Six Times 13 Times at James Madison

10/30/99

Most Points, First Quarter USF

21 21 Opp. 31 Total 45

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TURNOVERS Most Turnovers USF 8 Opp. 7 7 Total 10 10

USF

28 28 Opp. 21 21 21 Total 35 35

at Rutgers Austin Peay Cincinnati Cincinnati

11/5/05 11/18/00 11/3/07 11/3/07

10/3/07 11/17/07 11/23/02 10/3/07 10/28/07

21 Times 10 Times Memphis

28 28 Opp. 28 Total 28

Cumberland Kentucky Wesleyan Oregon Five Times

11/27/04

Cumberland Oregon at TCU (OT) New Hampshire (OT)

11/9/02 10/27/01 10/15/05 9/28/02 9/27/97 11/9/02 10/27/01

11/7/98 9/6/97 12/31/07

USF 11 Opp. 7 Total 11 11 11

Kentucky Wesleyan at Utah at TCU (OT) Kentucky Wesleyan New Hampshire (OT)

9/6/97 10/6/01 9/25/04 9/6/97 10/23/99

Most Two Point Conversions USF 2 Opp. 1 Total 2

UAB Five Times Memphis UAB

11/22/03 11/27/04 11/22/03

Most Two Point Conversion Atts. USF

2 2 Opp. 2 Total 3

UAB Georgia Southern Connecticut Connecticut

11/22/03 11/15/97 10/13/01 10/13/01

Jacksonville State Slippery Rock Morehead State Six Times Southern Miss Slippery Rock Morehead State

9/2/00 9/5/98 10/4/97

Most Field Goals USF

4 4 4 Opp. 3 Total 5 5 5

10/12/02 9/5/98 10/4/97

Most Field Goal Atts. USF 6 Opp. 4 4 4 4 4 Total 7

at Auburn at Connecticut at Rutgers at FAU Elon Rutgers Slippery Rock

9/8/07 10/27/07 10/18/07 10/6/07 9/1/07 9/29/06 9/5/98

Five Times UCF at Cincinnati Connecticut Connecticut UCF

10/13/07 10/22/06 11/26/05 10/13/01 10/13/07

Most Safeties USF 1 Opp. 1 1 1 1 Total 2

at UAB Pittsburgh Pittsburgh

11/3/04 11/24/07 11/24/07

Liberty at Arkansas Cincinnati

10/27/01 9/14/02 11/3/07

Most Points, First Half USF 42 Opp. 35 Total 58

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Most Points, Fourth Quarter USF 28 Opp. 23 Total 44

Fewest Turnovers USF 0 Opp. 0 Total 0

Memphis Liberty at Pittsburgh at Oklahoma at Western Kentucky Memphis Liberty

Most Points, Third Quarter USF

Cincinnati Louisville Houston Cincinnati West Virginia

USF 49 Opp. 38 Total 62 62

Most One-Point Conversions NC State

Most Decisive Win at TCU (OT) at Utah Connecticut

Fewest Yards Penalized USF 15 Opp. 5 Total 42

Most Points, Second Half

USF

Fewest Points

Most Yards Penalized USF 164 Opp. 158 Total 279

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SCORING

Most Points, Second Quarter

Most Sacks USF

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PENALTIES

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Team Season Records << >> >>

FIRST DOWNS Most First Downs USF Opp. Total

Most Fourth Down Atts. 277 238 512

2007 2004 2007

Most First Downs Per Game USF Opp.

21.5 21.6

2001 2004

130 99 219

2005 2007 2005

Most By Passing USF Opp. Total

141 120 261

2007 2007 2007

5 5 5 5 Opp. 4

East Carolina Pittsburgh Memphis at Utah Six Times

24 33 55

2001 2006 2001

East Carolina Louisville

Seven Times Southern Miss (2-2) Northern Illinois (2-2) at Southern Miss(2-2)

USF Opp. 12/23/06 10/4/03

39:45 42:17

UCF Liberty

579 516 1,034

2005 1998, 1997 2007

48.3 46.9

2,436 1,974 4,182

Most Net Yards Per Game

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Highest Average Per Rush

9/17/05 10/27/01

Most Rushing Touchdowns

USF Opp.

USF Opp. Total

203.0 179.5

5.2 4.0

30 23 46

Most Third Down Atts. USF 22 Opp. 24 Total 40

at Pittsburgh at East Carolina Cincinnati

9/8/01 11/8/03 10/31/03

USF 8 Opp. 9 Total 21 21 21

Cumberland at Penn State McNeese State Jacksonville State at Troy State

11/7/98 9/3/05 9/2/06 9/2/00 9/25/99

Most Third Down Conversions USF 13 Opp. 12 Total 19

at TCU (OT) East Carolina Cincinnati

1 1 1 Opp. 0 0 Total 3 3

at Louisville Southwest Texas at Troy State Florida A&M at Memphis Southwest Texas at Troy State

USF Opp.

9/11/99 9/10/05 9/22/01

USF Opp. Total

USF Opp.

5 4

2005 1997

1998 1999

2007 2004 2004

2001 2007 2001

1998 2004

2002 2004

23 21

2001 2001

273 244 502

2001 2007 2001

1998 2007

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Most Plays USF Opp. Total

991 943 1,934

2007 2007 2007

Most Plays Per Game USF Opp.

76.2 77.4

2007 2001

5,383 4,454 9,837

2007 2007 2007

Most Net Yards USF Opp. Total

Most Net Yards Per Game USF Opp.

414.1 398.5

2007 2004

Highest Avg. Yards Per Play USF Opp.

43.9 38.0

24.8 20.8

USF Opp.

TOTAL OFFENSE

Most Attempts Per Game

Most Completions Per Game

Austin Peay (8-11) 11/18/00 at Georgia Southern (8-12) 11/14/98

Southwest Texas (1-14) Florida A&M (0-13) at Memphis (0-11)

483 474 901

10/27/04 9/11/99 9/25/99 9/10/05 9/22/01 9/11/99 9/25/99

Lowest Third Down Conversion Pct. USF 7.1 Opp. 0.0 0.0

USF Opp. Total

Most Completions

Highest Third Down Conversion Pct. USF 72.7 Opp. 66.7

2005 1997 2005

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PASSING

9/25/04 11/8/03 10/31/03

Fewest Third Down Conversions USF

2005 1998

Most Attempts

Fewest Third Down Atts.

9.4 8.1

Most Touchdown Passes

10/12/02 8/30/01 10/7/00

USF Opp.

Fewest Interceptions Thrown

Most Net Yards USF Opp. Total

Longest Time of Possession USF Opp.

USF Opp. Total

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RUSHING Highest Avg. Yards Per Attempt

Most Attempts Per Game

Highest Fourth Down Conversion Pct. (Min. 2 atts)

>> >>

THIRD DOWNS

12/23/06 11/4/06 11/27/04 10/6/01

Most Fourth Down Conversions

USF 100 Opp. 100 100 100

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RUSHING Most Attempts

TIME OF POSSESSION

Most By Penalty USF Opp. Total

USF

USF 5 Opp. 3

Most By Rushing USF Opp. Total

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FOURTH DOWNS

6.8 5.6

1998 2004

2001 2001

Highest Completion Pct. USF Opp.

63.5 58.5

2006 2004

3,005 2,757 5,735

2001 2007 2007

Most Yards USF Opp. Total

Most Yards Per Game USF Opp.

273.2 248.0

2001 2004

Highest Avg. Yards Per Completion USF Opp.

150

15.7 13.9

1998 2004

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Team Season Records >> >> >>

PUNTING Most Punts USF Opp. Total

Most Returns 76 82 156

2003, 2002, 1999 2001 2003

Most Punts Per Game USF Opp.

USF Opp. Total

2003, 2002, 1999 2001

3,065 3,123 6,031

1999 2001 2003

41.8 40.6

2004 2005

USF Opp. Total

50 31 76

2003 2002 2003

542 307 822

1998 2006 2002

15.9 14.0

93 93 186

2007 2007 2007

USF Opp. Total

1,467 1,833 3,300

2007 2007 2007

USF Opp.

2 7 7

2005, 2002, 2000, 1999 1998 1998

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KICKOFF RETURNS

USF Opp.

18.9 19.7

54 72 126

2007 2007 2007

3 2

USF Opp. Total

1,134 1,681 2,815

2007, 2007 2007

USF Opp.

25.2 23.3

2003 2007

USF Opp. Total

2007 2007 2007

266 48 277

2001 1999 2001

2002 2002

Most Returns for Touchdowns USF Opp. Total

4 2 4

2007 2007 2007

Most Turnovers

406 279 660

2007 1999 2007

Fewest Turnovers

Most Returns for Touchdowns

USF Opp.

USF Opp. Total

5 4 9

2007 2007 2007

USF Opp. Total

USF Opp.

33 42 75

2007 2007 2007

15 11

2002 2004

Highest Takeaway Margin USF

+21

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TURNOVERS 23 16 39

Most Returns for Touchdowns 1 2007, 2005, 2003, 2002, 1997 1 2005, 2002, 2000, 1999

17 19 36

USF Opp. Total

Most Return Yards

Highest Average Return

USF Opp. Total

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INTERCEPTIONS USF Opp. Total

2007 1997 2007

Most Return Yards

Most Interceptions

Most Return Yards

28 32 55

2002 2007

Most Returns USF Opp. Total

USF Opp. Total

Most Fumbles Lost

Most Returns for Touchdowns

Most (Own) Punts Blocked USF Opp. Total

USF Opp. Total

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FUMBLES Most Fumbles

Highest Average Return 2002 2006

Highest Avg. Punt USF Opp.

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Most Return Yards

Highest Average Return USF Opp.

TOTAL RETURNS (KICKS & PUNTS) Most Returns

Most Return Yards

6.9 7.5

Most Yards USF Opp. Total

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PUNT RETURNS

2002

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PENALTIES Most Penalties USF Opp. Total

Most One-Point Conversions 128 108 218

2002 2001 2001

Most Penalty Yards USF Opp. Total

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SCORING (cont.) USF Opp. Total

52 38 81

Highest Conversion Pct. 2007 2004 2007

2002 2001 2001

USF Opp. Total

53 43 82

2007 2004 2007

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SCORING Most Points USF Opp. Total

451 351 755

2007 2004 2007

Most Points Per Game USF Opp. Total

36.5 31.9 58.1

224 80

56 45 90

112 77 177

USF Opp. Total

4 4 7

1998 2002, 2001 2001

1998 2004

Most Field Goal Attempts

2007 2004 2007

Most Points, First Quarter USF Opp. Total

Most Two-Point Attempts

Most Field Goals

Most Touchdowns USF Opp. Total

2003 2004, 2002 2004, 2003

1998 2004 2007

Highest Point Margin USF Opp.

3 2 3

USF Opp. Total

19 2007, 2002, 2000, 1998 21 2007 40 2007

29 30 59

41.0 46.4

Most Tackles 1998 2004

USF

2007 2007 2007

1102

2001

Most Tackles for Loss

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FOURTH DOWNS Highest Conversion Pct. USF Opp.

Most Two-Point Conversions USF Opp. Total

USF Opp.

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DEFENSE

USF

Most One-Point Attempts 1,086 1,903 1,871

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THIRD DOWNS

USF Opp. Total

Most Sacks

13 12 24

2006 2007 2007

Most Sack Yardage

23 26 43

2006, 2005 2007 2007, 2001

TIME OF POSSESSION

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USF Opp. Total

470

2002

45 39 64

2002 1999 2002

277 293 449

2002 1999 1999

Most Passes Defended (Includes Interceptions) USF Opponents Total

155 112 267

2007 2007 2007

Most Blocked (Opponent) Field Goals

Greatest Advantage USF Opponent

USF

2007 2006

Most Attempts

2002

Most Tackles for Loss Yardage

71.0 47.4

Most Conversions

148

+13:19 +8:58

1997 2001

USF Opponents Total

3 3 5

2007, 2003 2007 2003

Most Safeties USF Opp.

2 1

2007, 2002 2007, 2006, 2005, 2001

2007 2004 2007

Most Points, Second Quarter USF Opp. Total

107 90 191

2001 2007 2007

Most Points, Third Quarter USF Opp. Total

127 100 194

1998 2004 2007

Most Points, Fourth Quarter USF Opp. Total

116 78 294

2007 2007 2007

Most Points, Overtime USF Opp. Total

34 23 57

2003 2003 2003

Most Points, First Half USF Opp. Total

213 166 368

2007 2004 2007

Most Points, Second Half USF Opp. Total

152

232 172 331

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The Last Time... >> An Individual Threw Five Touchdowns:

RUSHING An Individual had 25 Rushes: USF: OPPONENT:

Mike Ford (28), at Syracuse, 11/10/07 Andre Dixon (32), at Connecticut, 10/27/07

An Individual had 30 Rushes: USF: OPPONENT:

Dyral McMillan (40), Hofstra, 11/13/99 Andre Dixon (32), at Connecticut, 10/27/07

An Individual Rushed for 150 Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

Benjamin Williams (186), at FAU, 10/6/07 Jonathan Stewart (253), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

An Individual Rushed for 200 Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

Andre Hall (222), at Syracuse, 11/12/05 Jonathan Stewart (253), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

A USF Runner Had Back-to-Back 200-Yard Games: Dyral McMillan

New Haven (258) and Hofstra (221), 11/6 and 11/13/99

A Team Rushed 40 Times: USF: OPPONENT:

44, at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07 43, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

A Team Rushed 50 Times: USF: OPPONENT:

56, at Syracuse, 11/10/07 51, Memphis, 11/17/04

A Team Rushed Fewer than 25 Times: USF: OPPONENT:

22, at South Carolina, 9/18/04 17, at Syracuse, 11/10/07

A Team Rushed for More than 300 Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

346, at Syracuse, 11/10/07 353, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

A Team was Held to Fewer than 100 Yards Rushing: USF: OPPONENT:

88, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07 95, at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07

A Team was Held to Less than 50 Yards Rushing: USF: OPPONENT:

49, at Louisville, 11/18/06 17, at Syracuse, 11/10/07

An Individual Scored on a Run of 50 Yards or More: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (80), at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07 Jonathan Stewart (71), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

P PASSING An Individual Attempted 40 Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (54), Cincinnati, 11/3/07 Rusty Smith (47), at FAU, 10/6/07

An Individual Attempted 50 Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (54), Cincinnati, 11/3/07 Scott Riddle (54), Elon, 9/1/07

An Individual Completed 25 Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

USF: OPPONENT:

Marquel Blackwell (5), at East Carolina, 10/19/02 Tyler Palko (5), vs. Pittsburgh, 12/4/04

A Team Had Less than 10 Pass Attempts: USF: OPPONENT:

Never (Record low 11 vs. Charleston Southern, 10/18/03) 8, at Georgia Southern, 11/14/98

A Team Had Less than Five Completions: USF: OPPONENT:

3, at Louisville, 10/22/04 4, at Western Kentucky, 9/18/99

A Team Had Less than 50 Yards Passing: USF: OPPONENT:

NEVER (Record-low 60 vs. James Madison, 9/16/00) 48, Nicholls State, 9/6/03

An Individual Threw for a 50-Yard Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Grant Gregory-Carlton Mitchell (75), UCF, 10/13/07 Brian Brohm-Harry Douglas (59), Louisville, 11/17/07

An Individual Threw for a 60-Yard Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Grant Gregory-Carlton Mitchell (75), UCF, 10/13/07 Ben Mauk-Antwuan Giddens (63), Cincinnati, 11/3/07

RECEIVING An Individual Caught 10 Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

Hugh Smith (10), Northern Illinois, 9/7/02 Terrell Hudgins (14), Elon, 9/1/07

An Individual Had 100 Receiving Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

Carlton Mitchell (110), UCF, 11/3/07 Harry Douglas (136), Louisville, 11/17/07

TOTAL OFFENSE A Team Gained 500 Total Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

582, at Syracuse, 11/10/07 533, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

A Team Gained Less than 200 Total Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

174, at Miami, 10/1/05 145, UCF, 10/13/07

A Team Gained Less than 100 Total Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

76, at Arkansas, 9/14/02 85, Florida A&M, 9/10/05

FIRST DOWNS A Team Had 25 First Downs: USF: OPPONENT:

25, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07 25, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

A Team Had Fewer than 10 First Downs: USF: OPPONENT:

8, at South Carolina, 9/18/04 4, Florida A&M, 9/10/05

Matt Grothe (31), UCF, 11/3/07 Scott Riddle (33), Elon, 9/1/07

An Individual Passed for More than 300 Yards: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (382), Cincinnati, 11/3/07 Brian Brohm (389), Louisville, 9/24/05

An Individual Threw Three Touchdowns: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (3), at UCF, 9/16/06 Justin Roper (4), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

An Individual Threw Four Touchdowns: USF: OPPONENT:

Ronnie Banks (4), Nicholls State, 9/6/03 Justin Roper (4), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

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The Last Time... << PUNTING

SCORING

A Team Punted 10 Times:

An Individual Scored Three Touchdowns:

USF: OPPONENT:

10, at Memphis, 11/22/03 11, UCF, 10/13/07

A Team Did Not Punt: USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (3), Louisville, 11/17/07 LeSean McCoy (3), at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07

An Individual Scored Four Touchdowns: Austin Peay, 11/18/00 Georgia Southern, 11/15/97

USF: OPPONENT:

Matt Grothe (4), UCF, 10/13/07 Carlton Jones (5), Army, 10/16/04

An Individual Recorded a 60-Yard Punt:

An Individual Caught Two Touchdown Passes:

USF: OPPONENT:

Delbert Alvarado (61), at Syracuse, 11/10/07 Rob Long (73), at Syracuse, 11/10/07

Taurus Johnson (2), UCF, 10/13/07 Tiquan Underwood (2), Rutgers, 10/18/07

An Individual Rushed for Three Touchdowns: An Individual Recorded Four 50-Yard Punts USF: OPPONENT:

Brandon Baker (4), at South Carolina, 9/18/04 Adam Graessle (5), at Pittsburgh, 10/15/05

An Individual Recorded Two 60-Yard Punts USF: OPPONENT:

Brandon Baker (2), TCU, 10/10/03 Never

A Team Had a Punt Blocked: USF: OPPONENT:

Cincinnati, 11/3/07 at Connecticut, 10/27/07

An Individual Threw Three Interceptions: Matt Grothe (4), Cincinnati, 11/3/07 Pat Bostick (3), at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07

An Individual Intercepted Two Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

Ben Moffitt (2), West Virginia, 9/28/07 Jairus Byrd (2), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

An Individual Intercepted Three Passes: USF: OPPONENT:

J.R. Reed (3), at Memphis, 11/19/03 NEVER

A Team Had Four Turnovers: USF: OPPONENT:

5, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07 7, Louisville, 11/17/07

A Team Had Five Turnovers: USF: OPPONENT:

5, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07 7, Louisville, 11/17/07

A Team Lost Three Fumbles: USF: OPPONENT:

4, Cincinnati, 11/3/07 3, Louisville, 11/17/07

A Team Recovered an Onside Kick: USF: OPPONENT:

at Pittsburgh, 9/8/01 at Southern Miss, 10/7/00

A Team was Penalized 15 Times: USF: OPPONENT:

15, Connecticut, 10/7/06 15, Louisville, 9/24/05

Team was not Penalized: USF: OPPONENT:

USF: OPPONENT:

NEVER NEVER

Delbert Alvarado (3), North Carolina, 9/22/07 Tony Ciaravino (3), at Connecticut, 10/27/07

An Individual Kicked (Made) Four Field Goals: USF: OPPONENT:

Bill Gramatica (4), Jacksonville State, 9/2/00 NEVER

An Individual Returned a Kick for a Touchdown: Mike Jenkins (100 yards), Cincinnati, 11/3/07 Darius Butler (90 yards), at Connecticut, 11/26/05

An Individual Returned a Punt for a Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Ean Randolph (76 yards), Florida International, 9/9/06 Blake Carter (32 yards, block), at UCF, 9/16/06

An Individual Returned an Interception for a Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Trae Williams (21 yards), at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07 Michael DiVincenzo (15 yards), vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl), 12/31/07

An Individual Returned a Fumble for a Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Dontavia Bogan (0 yards), Louisville, 11/17/07 Kevin McCullough (39 yards), at Cincinnati, 10/22/06

An Individual Recovered a Fumble in End Zone for Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Dontavia Bogan, Louisville, 11/17/07 Jared Dolan, McNeese State, 9/2/06

An Individual Returned (or Recovered) a Blocked Punt for a Touchdown: USF: OPPONENT:

Sidney Simpson (32 yards), Utah State, 11/24/01 Antwuan Giddens (0 yards), Cincinnati, 11/3/07

A Team Scored a Two-Point Conversion: USF: OPPONENT:

vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl) (Matt Grothe-Cedric Hill), 12/31/07 vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl) (Matt Evensen rush), 12/31/07

A Team Scored a Safety: USF: OPPONENT:

Team, at Connecticut, 10/27/07 Shaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;reef Rashad, UCF, 10/13/07

A Team Recorded a Shutout: USF: OPPONENT:

PENALTIES

Benjamin Williams (4), at FAU, 1-/6/07 LeSean McCoy (3), at Pittsburgh, 11/24/07

An Individual Kicked (Made) Three Field Goals:

USF: OPPONENT:

TURNOVERS USF: OPPONENT:

USF: OPPONENT:

at Syracuse (27-0), 11/12/05 North Carolina State (14-0), 12/31/05

A Team Scored 28 Points in a Quarter: USF: OPPONENT:

28, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl) (3rd), 12/31/07 NEVER (record 21)

A Team Scored 40 Points in a Half: USF: OPPONENT:

42, Liberty (1st), 10/27/01 41, Louisville (1st), 11/17/07

An Individual Kicked a 50-Yard Field Goal: USF: OPPONENT:

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Delbert Alvarado (56), Syracuse, 11/11/06 Patrick Shadle (50), at Syracuse, 11/10/07

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The Firsts... In USF Football History >> Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coin Toss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kickoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kick Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kick Return For TD . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Down. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pass Attempt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pass Completion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Penalty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touchdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Point after Touchdown . . . . . . . . . Kickoff Following a Score . . . . . . . Special Teams Tackle . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Tackle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Punt Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Punt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TD Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interception for a TD . . . . . . . . . . . Fumble Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Field Goal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-Yard Rushing Game . . . . . . . . Win . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Road Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fumble Return for TD . . . . . . . . . . Road Win. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shutout Win . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blocked Punt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Two-Point Conversion Attempt . . Two-Point Conversion Made. . . . . National Team Ranking . . . . . . . . . TD pass from a USF non-QB . . . . . 300-Yard Passing Game . . . . . . . . I-A Opponent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200-Yard Rushing Game . . . . . . . . Punt Return For TD. . . . . . . . . . . . . I-A Win . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-USA Win. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BIG EAST Win . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bowl Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bowl Win. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, September 6, 1997, Tampa Stadium Kentucky Wesleyan calls heads and wins, defers to second half, USF receives the ball Kentucky Wesleyanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adam Kilgore at 7:07 p.m. on September 6, 1997 USFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charlie Jackson, 32 yards Charlie Jackson, 94 yards vs. Charleston Southern, on November 1, 1997 Lateral from Chad Barnhardt to Charlie Jackson, 10 yards Same lateral to Jackson Incomplete from Barnhardt to Jackson in left flat Barnhardt to Clif Dell, 16 yards OT Kenyatta Jones, personal foul, 15 yards Rafael Williams one yard run, 11:44 remaining in first quarter Steve Riggs kick following above TD run Riggs for 60 yards, following above PAT, returned 16 yards by Marquis Churchwell Brian Surcy on above kickoff DE Brett Avery stopped running back Scott Dykes for no gain Charlie Jackson, 13 yards Tony Umholtz, 39 yards Chad Barnhardt to RB Jermaine Clemons, 5 yards, 2 minutes remaining in first quarter Glenn Davis, on a long attempt to Jamie Thomas, no return, 1:28 remaining in first quarter Roy Manns, 20 yards, with 11:21 in third quarter LB Vassay Marc, 2nd quarter Steve Riggs, 27 yards, with 10:25 in 4th quarter DE Brett Avery on QB J.D. Meyers in 2nd quarter RB Jermaine Clemons, 132 yards (7 carries) vs. Kentucky Wesleyan, September 6, 1997 80-3, over Kentucky Wesleyan, September 6, 1997 September 13, 1997, at Citadel 10-7 at Citadel, September 13, 1997 DB Anthony Henry, 42 yards, vs. Drake, September 20, 1997 44-0, November 8, 1997, at Cumberland Above Cumberland game Marcus Rivers, vs. Morehead State, October 4, 1997 Chad Barnhardt pass vs. Drake, September 20, 1997 RB Jermaine Clemons pass to QB Chad Barnhardt vs. Georgia Southern, November 15, 1997 25th, September 28, 1998, USA TODAY/ESPN I-AA Poll USF Game in Raymond James Stadium..vs. Citadel, October 3, 1998, USF wins 45-6 WR Charlie Jackson to WR Leon Matthews, 50 yards, vs. Citadel, October 3, 1998 QB Chad Barnhardt, 331 yards at Hofstra, October 24, 1998 at San Diego State, September 4, 1999 RB Dyral McMillan, 258 yards (34 carries) vs. New Haven, November 6, 1999 DeAndrew Rubin, 81 yards, vs. James Madison, on September 16, 2001 at Connecticut, October 28, 2000 at Army (28-0), September 27, 2003 vs. Louisville (45-14), September 24, 2005 Meineke Car Care Bowl vs. NC State, December 31, 2005 Papajohns.com Bowl vs. East Carolina, December 23, 2006

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Opponent Game Records << RUSHING Most Attempts 38

>> >>

Ray Rice, Rutgers

10/18/07

Most Yards Gained 263

DeAngelo Williams, Memphis

11/27/04

Average Per Carry 16.1

Pat White, (11-177) West Virginia

12/3/05

Most Rushing Touchdowns 5

Carlton Jones, Army

10/16/04

Longest TD Run 80 77

Curtis Keaton, at James Madison Greg Hill, Georgia Southern

10/30/99 11/15/97

Longest Non-Scoring Run 70 67 65

Tony Hunt at Penn State Vaughn Sanders, at Hofstra Pat White, West Virginia

PASSING Most Attempts 57 54 53

9/3/05 10/24/98 12/3/05

>> >>

Jared Lorenzen, at Kentucky Scott Riddle, Elon Danny Wimprine, Memphis Scott Riddle, Elon Danny Wimprine, Memphis

9/1/07 11/9/02

Highest Completion Pct. (Min. 20 atts.) 81.1

Gino Guidugli (30-37) at Cincinnati

Most Yards 411 389 382 377 358

Tyler Palko, Pittsburgh Brian Brohm, Louisville Jared Lorenzen, at Kentucky Gino Guidugli, at Cincinnati Nick Eddy, at Houston

Tyler Palko, Pittsburgh

12/4/04

Most Interceptions Thrown 7

Nick Eddy, at Houston

RECEIVING Most Receptions 15

11/23/02

>> >>

Josh Stofle, Liberty

10/27/01

Most Receiving Yards 221

Kevin Curtis, Utah State (11-221)

11/24/01

Most Touchdown Receptions 3 3

Greg Lee, Pittsburgh Troy Williamson, at South Carolina

TOTAL OFFENSE (PASSES (P & RUSHES) Most Plays 66 66 60

Danny Wimprine, Memphis Scott Riddle, Elon Jared Lorenzen, at Kentucky

Most Yards Gained 401 388

Giovanni Carmazzi, Hofstra Jared Lorenzen, at Kentucky

11/20/04 12/4/04 9/24/05 9/9/00 11/20/04 11/23/02

Most Touchdown Passes

>> >>

TOTAL RETURNS Most Returns

(Rushing, Receiving and Returns)

Most Plays 36 35 35

Art Brown, at East Carolina Thomas Hammock, at Northern Illinois Curtis Keaton, at James Madison

Most Yards Gained 290 254

Art Brown, at East Carolina Ketric Barnes, New Haven

PUNTING Most Punts 11

10/19/02 11/6/99

>> >>

Blake Clingan, UCF Rick Barrow, Southwest Texas Rick Barrow, Southwest Texas

9/11/99

Highest Average 50.2

Chris Pavasaris, Connecticut

12/4/04 9/18/04

>> >>

10/7/06

6 6 6

9/28/02 8/30/01 10/16/99

Most Return Yards 150 77

Antonio Perkins, at Oklahoma Joe Burnett, UCF

9/28/02 9/17/05

Highest Average Return (Min. 2 returns) 38.5

Joe Burnett (2-77), UCF

Longest Return 82 82 73

Chand Williams, Florida International Antonio Perkins, at Oklahoma Shaud Williams, at Alabama

KICKOFF RETURNS Most Returns 8 8 7

M. Washington (8), Charleston Southern Curtis Francis (7), UCF Ketric Barnes (6), New Haven

Highest Average Return (Min. 2 returns) 53.5

William Haith (2-107), Liberty

Longest Return 98 95

11/9/02 9/1/07 9/9/00 11/13/99 9/9/00

M. Washington, Charleston Southern Ketric Barnes, New Haven

11/2/02 9/28/02 11/6/99 9/9/00

201

Ketric Barnes, New Haven

11/6/99

Highest Average Return (Min. 3 returns) Darius Butler (4-148) at Connecticut

INTERCEPTIONS Most Interceptions 2 2 2 2 2

11/26/05

>> >>

Jairus Byrd, Oregon (Sun Bowl) Lovon Ponder, at Miami Malcolm Postell, Pittsburgh Jimmy McClain, at Troy State Sam Wilkerson, Southern Illinois

12/31/07 10/1/05 12/4/04 9/25/99 10/18/97

Most Return Yards

Jimmy McClain, at Troy State

9/25/99

85 79 71

Adam Kasper, New Haven Mike Mickens, Cincinnati Jimmy McClain, at Troy State

11/6/99 11/3/07 9/25/99

Longest Non-TD Return 56 49

L. Kemp, at Middle Tennessee Don McGee, at North Texas

DEFENSE Most Tackles 18

11/11/00 10/5/02

>> >>

Robert McCune, Louisville

10/4/03

Most Sacks 3 3 3

Stephen Tulloch, NC State Kabeer G baja-Biamila, at San Diego State Marlon McCree, at Kentucky

12/31/05 9/4/99 9/9/00

>> >>

SCORING Most Points Scored by Non-Kicker

>> >>

Most Return Yards 187 184 171

9/17/05 9/9/06 9/28/02 8/30/03

M. Washington, Charleston Southern Max Suter, at Syracuse Curtis Francis, UCF

M. Washington, Charleston Southern Antonio Perkins, at Oklahoma Ketric Barnes, New Haven Kendrick Shanklin, at Kentucky

Longest TD Return

>> >>

Antonio Perkins, at Oklahoma P.J. Fleck, at Northern Illinois Ryan Szokola, Illinois State

>> >>

Most Yards Returned

114

Luke Johnson, at Southern Miss, 10/25/03

PUNT RETURNS Most Returns

9 7 7 7

37.0 10/13/07 9/11/99

Most Yards Punting 488

10/19/02 8/30/01 10/30/99

Longest Punt 9/9/00 9/1/07 11/9/02

Most Completions 33 32

ALL-PURPOSE

11/2/02 11/10/07 10/13/07 11/2/02 10/13/07 11/6/99 10/21/00 11/2/02 11/6/99

Carlton Jones, Army

10/16/04

Most Points Scored by Kicker 13 12 11 11 11 11

Matt Evensen, vs. Oregon (Sun Bowl) Jeremy Ito, at Rutgers Wes Byrum, at Auburn Nick Tandberg, at San Diego State Matt Simonton, Southern Illinois Brant Hanna, at Southern Miss

12/31/07 10/18/07 9/8/07 9/4/99 10/18/97 10/7/00

Most Touchdowns Scored 5

Carlton Jones, Army

10/16/04

Most Field Goals 3 3 3 3

Jeremy Ito, Rutgers Steve Gostokowski, Memphis Matt Simonton, Southern Illinois Nick Hayes, UAB

9/29/06 11/27/04 10/18/97 11/22/03

Most Field Goals Attempted 4

Four Times

Most Points-After-Touchdown Scored 7

Ryan Kaneshiro (7-7), at Utah

10/6/01

Most Points-After-Touchdowns Attempted 7

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Ryan Kaneshiro (7-7), at Utah

10/6/01

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All-Time Scores >> 1997 (5-6, Overall)

2001 (8-3, Overall)

Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22

Aug. 30 Sept. 8 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27 Nov. 3 Nov. 10 Nov. 24

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FCS League: Indepenent Captains: Ivan Alicot, Anthony Henry, Lance Hoeltke, Demetrius Woods Kentucky Wesleyan............. H .........W .......80-3............. 49,212 Citadel................................ A .........L .........7-10............. 12,154 Drake.................................. H .........L .........22-23............. 33,827 Western Kentucky .............. A .........L .........3-31............. 11,200 Morehead State.................. H .........W .......33-17............. 30,050 Elon.................................... A .........L .........13-41............. 4,692 Southern Illinois ................. H .........L .........10-23............. 34,432 Charleston Southern........... H .........W .......24-6............. 25,361 Cumberland........................ A .........W .......44-0............... 1,001 Georgia Southern ............... H .........L .........23-24............. 30,470 Davidson ............................ H .........W..........48-3............. 27,919

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: Indepenent Captains: Jimmy Fitts, Joe Morgan, Derrick Rackard, Anthony Williams Northern Illinois ................. A .........L .........17-20............. 14,426 Pittsburgh .......................... A .........W........35-26............. 39,542 Memphis ............................ A .........L ...........9-17............. 26,488 North Texas......................... H .........W........28-10............. 25,156 Utah ................................... A .........L .........21-52............. 30,818 Connecticut ........................ H .........W........40-21............. 26,802 Southern Utah.................... H .........W........42-12............. 26,624 Liberty................................ H .........W........68-37............. 21,056 Houston.............................. H .........W..........45-6............. 32,711 Western Illinois................... H .........W........48-17............. 23,252 Utah State .......................... H .........W........34-13............. 25,136

1998 (8-3, Overall)

2002 (9-2, Overall)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FCS League: Indepenent Captains: Ivan Alicot, Chad Barnhardt, Anthony Henry

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: Indepenent Captains: Marquel Blackwell, Chris Daley, Ryan Hearn, Kawika Mitchell

Sept. 5 Sept. 12 Sept. 19 Oct. 3 Oct. 10 Oct. 17 Oct. 24 Oct. 31 Nov. 7 Nov. 14 Nov. 21

Aug. 29 Florida Atlantic................... H .........W........51-10............. 22,074 Sept. 7 Northern Illinois ................. H .........W..........37-6............. 23,559 Sept. 14 Arkansas............................. A*........L ...........3-42............. 55,817 Sept. 28 Oklahoma........................... A .........L .........14-31............. 74,432 Oct. 5 North Texas......................... A .........W........24-17............. 15,512 Oct. 12 Southern Mississippi........... H .........W........16-13............. 28,181 Oct. 19 East Carolina....................... A .........W........46-30............. 33,419 Nov. 2 Charleston Southern........... H .........W..........56-6............. 23,144 Nov. 9 Memphis ............................ H .........W........31-28............. 32,770 Nov. 16 Bowling Green.................... H .........W..........29-7............. 28,098 Nov. 23 Houston.............................. A .........W........32-14............. 12,856 * At Little Rock, Ark.

Slippery Rock...................... H .........W .......39-10............. 21,553 Valparaiso........................... H .........W .......51-0............. 21,467 Liberty................................ A .........W .......24-21............. 11,689 Citadel................................ H .........W .......45-6............. 32,598 Elon.................................... H .........W .........35-7............. 26,541 Western Kentucky .............. H .........L .........24-31............. 30,083 Hofstra ............................... A .........L .........30-50............... 4,298 Charleston Southern........... A .........W..........24-0.................. 884 Cumberland........................ H .........W..........69-3............. 31,272 Georgia Southern ............... A .........L .........23-28............. 14,161 Morehead State.................. H .........W .......38-22............. 26,488

1999 (7-4, Overall)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FCS League: Indepenent Captains: Jason Butler, Anthony Henry, Joey Sipp Sept. 4 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Oct. 2 Oct. 9 Oct. 16 Oct. 23 Oct. 30 Nov. 6 Nov. 13

San Diego State.................. A .........L .........12-41 ............ 25,576 SW Texas State ................... H .........W........17-10............. 26,282 Western Kentucky .............. A .........W..........21-6............... 7,500 Troy State ........................... A .........L .........24-41............. 17,311 Southern Illinois ................. H .........W........21-14............. 25,029 Liberty................................ H .........W..........28-0............. 25,112 Illinois State ....................... H .........W........14-13............. 22,054 New Hampshire.................. H .........W 42-41 (OT)............. 24,004 James Madison................... A .........L ...........3-13............. 15,000 New Haven......................... H .........W........41-27............. 27,307 Hofstra ............................... H .........L .........23-42............. 25,583

2000 (7-4, Overall)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS Transition League: Indepenent Captains: Anthony Henry, Charlie Jackson, Roy Manns, Vassay Marc, Joey Sipp, Rafael Williams Sept. 2 Sept. 9 Sept. 16 Sept. 23 Sept. 30 Oct. 7 Oct. 21 Oct. 28 Nov. 4 Nov. 11 Nov. 18

Jacksonville State ............... H .........W..........40-0............. 30,043 Kentucky ............................ A .........L ...........9-27............. 63,821 James Madison................... H .........W..........26-7............. 23,002 Baylor................................. A .........L .........13-28............. 21,157 Troy State ........................... H .........W........20-10............. 25,786 Southern Miss .................... A .........L ...........7-41............. 26,559 Liberty................................ H .........W..........44-6............. 25,161 Connecticut ........................ A .........W........21-13............. 16,585 Western Kentucky .............. H .........W........30-24............. 31,104 Middle Tennessee............... A .........L ...........9-45............. 12,147 Austin Peay......................... H .........W..........59-0............. 23,390

2003 (7-4 Overall, 5-3 Conference USA)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: Conference USA Captains: Chris Iskra, Maurice Jones, J.R. Reed, Kevin Verpaele, Huey Whittaker Aug. 30 Alabama............................. A*........L .................17-40..... 76,780 Sept. 6 Nicholls State...................... H .........W................27-17..... 26,460 Sept. 27 Army .................................. A .........W..................28-0..... 30,509 Oct. 4 Louisville ............................ H .........W...... 31-28 (2OT)..... 36,044 Oct. 10 TCU..................................... H .........L .................10-13..... 33,368 Oct. 18 Charleston Southern........... H .........W..................55-7..... 28,365 Oct. 25 Southern Mississippi........... A .........L ...................6-27..... 23,708 Oct. 31 Cincinnati ........................... H .........W...... 24-17 (2OT)..... 28,616 Nov. 8 East Carolina....................... A .........W...... 38-37 (2OT)..... 27,100 Nov. 22 UAB .................................... H .........L .................19-22..... 30,216 Nov. 29 Memphis ............................ A .........W................21-16..... 47,875 * at Birmingham, Ala.

2004 (4-7 Overall, 3-5 Conference USA)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: Conference USA Captains: Javan Camon, Alex Herron, Derrick Sarosi, Lee Roy Selmon Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Oct. 2 Oct. 16 Oct. 22 Nov. 3 Nov. 13 Nov. 20 Nov. 27 Dec. 4

2005 (6-6 Overall, 4-3 BIG EAST)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: BIG EAST Captains: Jason Allen, Andre Hall, Johnnie Jones, John Miller, Stephen Nicholas, Terrence Royal Sept. 3 Penn State.......................... A .........L .........13-23............. 99,235 Sept. 10 Florida A&M ....................... H .........W..........37-3............. 43,122 Sept. 17 UCF..................................... H .........W........31-14............. 45,139 Sept. 24 Louisville ............................ H .........W........45-14............. 33,586 Oct. 1 Miami................................. A .........L ...........7-27............. 58,308 Oct. 15 Pittsburgh .......................... A .........L .........17-31............. 33,497 Nov. 5 Rutgers............................... A .........W........45-31............. 31,131 Nov. 12 Syracuse ............................. A .........W..........27-0............. 40,144 Nov. 19 Cincinnati ........................... H .........W........31-16............. 27,204 Nov. 26 Connecticut ........................ A .........L .........10-15............. 40,000 Dec. 3 West Virginia...................... H .........L .........13-28............. 45,274 Dec. 31 NC State.............................. N *.......L ...........0-14............. 57,937 * Meineke Car Care Bowl, Charlotte, N.C.

2006 (9-4, 4-3 BIG EAST)

Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS League: BIG EAST Captains: S. J. Green, Pat Julmiste, Stephen Nicholas, Pat St. Louis Sept. 2 McNeese State.................... H .........W........41-10............. 26,351 Sept. 9 Florida International........... H .........W........21-20............. 27,114 Sept. 16 UCF..................................... A .........W........24-17............. 46,708 Sept. 23 Kansas................................ A .........L ...........7-13............. 40,933 Sept. 29 Rutgers............................... H .........L .........20-22............. 32,493 Oct. 7 Connecticut ........................ H .........W........38-16............. 30,010 Oct. 14 North Carolina.................... A .........W........37-20............. 44,000 Oct. 22 Cincinnati ........................... A .........L ...........6-23............. 15,889 Nov. 4 Pittsburgh .......................... H .........W........22-12............. 35,671 Nov. 11 Syracuse ............................. H .........W........27-10............. 29,694 Nov. 18 Louisville ............................ A .........L ...........8-31............. 40,348 Nov. 25 West Virginia...................... A .........W........24-19............. 52,790 Dec. 23 East Carolina....................... N *.......W..........24-7............. 32,023 * Papajohns.com Bowl, Birmingham, Ala.

2007 (9-4 Overall, 4-3 BIG EAST) Coach: Jim Leavitt Division: NCAA FBS Captains: Game-by-game

League: BIG EAST

Sept. 1 Elon.................................... H .........W.................28-13.... 33,639 Sept. 8 Auburn ............................... A .........W......... 26-23 (OT).... 82,617 Sept. 22 North Carolina.................... H .........W.................37-10.... 37,753 Sept. 28 West Virginia...................... H .........W.................21-13.... 67,012 Oct. 6 FAU..................................... A .........W.................35-23.... 21,106 Oct. 13 UCF..................................... H .........W.................64-12.... 65,948 Oct. 18 Rutgers............................... A .........L ..................27-30.... 44,267 Oct. 27 Connecticut ........................ A .........L ..................15-22.... 40,000 Nov. 3 Cincinnati ........................... H .........L ..................33-38.... 57,379 Nov.10 Syracuse ............................. A .........W.................41-10.... 38,039 Nov.17 Louisville ............................ H .........W.................55-17.... 57,288 Nov. 24 Pittsburgh .......................... A .........W.................48-37.... 31,123 Dec. 31 Oregon ............................... N *.......L ..................21-56.... 49,867 * Brut Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas

Tennessee Tech................... H .........W..................21-7..... 25,546 South Carolina.................... A .........L ...................3-34..... 78,900 TCU..................................... A .........W....... 45-44(2OT)..... 27,546 Southern Miss .................... H .........L .................20-27..... 30,049 Army .................................. H .........L .................35-42..... 36,549 Louisville ............................ A .........L ...................9-41..... 42,032 UAB .................................... A .........W................45-20....... 9,220 East Carolina....................... H .........W................41-17..... 25,408 Cincinnati ........................... A .........L .................23-45..... 19,309 Memphis ............................ H .........L .................15-31..... 21,392 Pittsburgh .......................... H .........L .................14-43..... 23,417

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All-Time Opponent Series Scores << Alabama (0-1) Year W/L 2003 L * Birmingham

Score 17-40

Site A*

Rank

Alabama Birmingham (1-1) 2003 L 19-22 H 2004 W 45-20 A Arkansas (0-1) 2002 L * Little Rock

3-42

Elon (2-1) 1997 L 1998 W 2007 W

13-41 35-7 28-13

Florida A&M (1-0) 2005 W 37-3 Florida Atlantic (2-0) 2002 W 51-10 2007 W 35-23

Florida International (1-0) 2006 W 21-20

Army (1-1) 2003 W 2004 L

28-0 35-42

Auburn (1-0) 2007 W

A H

26-23 (OT) A

Austin Peay (1-0) 2000 W 59-0 Baylor (0-1) 2000 L

13-28

Bowling Green (1-0) 2002 W 29-7 Charleston Southern (4-0) 1997 W 24-6 1998 W 24-0 2002 W 56-6 2003 W 55-7 Cincinnati (2-3) 2003 W 2004 L 2005 W 2006 L 2007 L Citadel (1-1) 1997 L 1998 W

24-17 23-45 31-16 6-23 33-38 7-10 45-6

Connecticut (3-2) 2000 W 2001 W 2005 L 2006 W 2007 L

21-13 40-21 10-15 38-16 15-22

Hofstra (0-2) 1998 L 1999 L Houston (2-0) 2001 W 2002 W

A H H A H H

20/-

A H A H A A H

Davidson (1-0) 1997 W

Drake (0-1) 1997 L

22-23

East Carolina (4-0) 2002 W 2003 W 2004 W 2006* W

46-30 38-37 41-17 24-7

A A H N*

30-50 23-42

Middle Tennessee (0-1) 2000 L 9-45

Morehead State (2-0) 1997 W 33-17 1998 W 38-22

H H

New Hampshire (1-0) 1999 W 42-41

-/9

Illinois State (1-0) 1999 W 14-13

Jacksonville State (1-0) 2000 W 40-0

Kansas (0-1) 2006 L Kentucky (0-1) 2000 L 23/-

A H

H H

-/8 19/1

Nicholls State (1-0) 2003 W 27-17

14/20 18/6

North Carolina (2-0) 2006 W 37-20 2007 W 37-10

7-13

H A H

16/10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;/13

21/-

A H N*

Northern Illinois (1-1) 2001 L 17-20 2002 W 37-6

A H

North Texas (2-0) 2001 W 28-10 2002 W 24-17

H A

Oklahoma (0-1) 2002 L Oregon (0-1) 2007 L

14-31 56-21

9-27

24-21 28-0 44-6 68-37

-/2

20/-

Memphis (2-2) 2001 L 2002 W 2003 W 2004 L

31-28 9-41 45-14 8-31 55-17 9-17 31-28 21-16 15-31

McNeese State (1-0) 2006 W 41-10

H 25/-

Syracuse (3-0) 2005 W 2006 W 2007 W

27-0 27-10 41-10

A H A

TCU (1-1) 2003 L 2004 W

10-13 45-44

H A

-/18

Tennessee Tech (1-0) 2004 W 21-7

Troy State (1-1) 1999 L 2000 W

24-41 20-10

A H

16/3 -/1

UCF (3-0) 2005 W 2006 W 2007 W

31-14 24-17 64-12

H A H

5/-

Utah (0-1) 2001 L

21-52

Utah State (1-0) 2001 W

34-13

Valparaiso (1-0) 1998 W

51-0

A Penn State (0-1) 2005 L

13-23

Pittsburgh (3-2) 2001 W 2004 L 2005 L 2006 W 2007 W

35-26 14-43 17-31 22-12 48-37

A H A H A

Western Illinois (1-0) 2001 W 48-17

Western Kentucky (2-2) 1997 L 3-31 1998 L 24-31 1999 W 21-6 2000 W 30-24

A H A H

-/3 12/19 21/-/6

West Virginia (2-1) 2005 L 13-28 2006 W 24-19 2007 W 21-13

H A H

-/12 -/7 18/5

H A H H H

21/-

-/19

20/Louisville (3-2) 2003 W 2004 L 2005 W 2006 L 2007 W

Southern Utah (1-0) 2001 W 42-12

-/17

17/-

* Meineke Car Care Bowl (Charlotte N.C.)

19/6

A H A H

21/-

* Brut Sun Bowl (Birmingham, Ala.)

Kentucky Wesleyan (1-0) 1997 W 80-3 Liberty (4-0) 1998 W 1999 W 2000 W 2001 W

North Carolina State (0-1) 2005 L 0-14

Southern Mississippi (1-3) 2000 L 7-41 2002 W 16-13 2003 L 6-27 2004 L 20-27

Southwest Texas State (1-0) 1999 W 17-10 H

New Haven (1-0) 1999 W 41-27

H A

* PapaJohns.com Bowl (Birmingham, Ala.)

158

H A

7-27

19/-

45-6 32-14

James Madison (1-1) 1999 L 3-13 2000 W 26-7

H A H A H A H

Miami (0-1) 2005 L

17/13

Cumberland (2-0) 1997 W 44-0 1998 W 69-3 48-3

Georgia Southern (0-2) 1997 L 23-24 1998 L 23-28

A H H

H A H A H A H A H H

-/15 -/9 -/10

Rutgers (1-2) 2005 W 2006 L 2007 L

45-31 20-22 27-30

A H A

-/23 2

San Diego State (0-1) 1999 L 12-41

23/-

Slippery Rock (1-0) 1998 W 39-10

South Carolina (0-1) 2004 L 3-34

Southern Illinois (1-1) 1997 L 10-23 1999 W 21-14

H H

23/-

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USF Bulls

Records >> USF NIGHT GAMES (55-30)

(local starting time of 6 p.m. or later) Date Opponent Sept. 6, 1997 Kentucky Wesleyan Sept. 13, 1997 Citadel Sept. 20, 1997 Drake Sept. 27, 1997 Western Kentucky Oct. 4, 1997 Morehead State Oct. 11, 1997 Elon Oct. 18, 1997 Southern Illinois Nov. 1, 1997 Charleston Southern Nov. 15, 1997 Georgia Southern Nov. 22, 1997 Davidson Sept. 5, 1998 Slippery Rock Sept. 12, 1998 Valparaiso Sept. 19, 1998 Liberty Oct. 3, 1998 Citadel Oct. 10, 1998 Elon Oct. 17, 1998 Western Kentucky Nov. 7, 1998 Cumberland Nov. 21, 1998 Morehead State Sept. 4, 1999 San Diego State Sept. 11, 1999 Southwest Texas State Sept. 18, 1999 Western Kentucky Sept. 25, 1999 Troy State Oct. 2, 1999 Southern Illinois Oct. 9, 1999 Liberty Oct. 16, 1999 Illinois State Oct. 23, 1999 New Hampshire Nov. 6, 1999 New Haven Nov. 13, 1999 Hofstra Sept. 2, 2000 Jacksonville State Sept. 16, 2000 James Madison Sept. 23, 2000 Baylor Sept. 30, 2000 Troy State Oct. 7, 2000 Southern Miss Oct. 21, 2000 Liberty Nov. 4, 2000 Western Kentucky Aug. 30, 2001 Northern Illinois Sept. 22, 2001 Memphis Sept. 29, 2001 North Texas Oct. 6, 2001 Utah Oct. 13, 2001 Connecticut Oct. 20, 2001 Southern Utah Oct. 27, 2001 Liberty Nov. 3, 2001 Houston Nov. 10, 2001 Western Illinois Nov. 24, 2001 Utah State Aug. 29, 2002 Florida Atlantic Sept. 7, 2002 Northern Illinois Sept. 14, 2002 Arkansas Sept. 28, 2002 Oklahoma Oct. 5, 2002 North Texas Oct. 12, 2002 Southern Mississippi Nov. 2, 2002 Charleston Southern Nov. 9, 2002 Memphis Nov. 16, 2002 Bowling Green Sept. 6, 2003 Nicholls State Oct. 4, 2003 Louisville Oct. 10, 2003 TCU Oct. 18, 2003 Charleston Southern Oct. 31. 2003 Cincinnati Nov. 22, 2003 UAB Sept. 11, 2004 Tennessee Tech Sept. 18, 2004 South Carolina Sept. 25, 2004 TCU Oct. 2, 2004 Southern Miss Oct. 16, 2004 Army Oct. 22, 2004 Louisville Nov. 3, 2004 UAB Nov. 10, 2004 East Carolina Sept. 10, 2005 Florida A&M Sept. 17, 2005 UCF Sept. 24, 2005 Louisville Oct. 1, 2005 Miami Dec. 3, 2005 West Virginia Sept. 9, 2006 Florida International Sept. 23, 2006 Kansas Sept. 29, 2006 Rutgers Oct. 7, 2006 Connecticut Oct. 22, 2006 Cincinnati Nov. 18, 2006 Louisville Sept. 1, 2007 Elon Sept. 8, 2007 Auburn Sept. 28, 2007 West Virginia Oct. 18, 2007 Rutgers Nov. 17, 2007 Louisville * at Little Rock

USF DAY GAMES (24-17) Date Nov. 8, 1997 Oct. 24, 1998 Oct. 31, 1998 Nov. 14, 1998 Oct. 30, 1999 Sept. 9, 2000 Oct. 28, 2000 Nov. 11, 2000 Nov. 18, 2000 Sept. 8, 2001 Oct. 19, 2002 Nov. 23, 2002 Aug, 30, 2003 Sept. 27, 2003

Opponent Cumberland (TN) Hofstra Charleston Southern Georgia Southern James Madison Kentucky Connecticut Middle Tennessee Austin Peay Pittsburgh East Carolina Houston Alabama Army

Site H A H A H A H H H H H H A H H H H H A H A A H H H H H H H H A H A H H A A H A H H H H H H H H A* A A H H H H H H H H H H H A A H H A A H H H H A H H A H H A A H A H A H

Result W 80-3 L 7-10 L 22-23 L 3-31 W 33-17 L 13-41 L 10-23 W 24-6 L 23-24 W 48-3 W 39-10 W 51-0 W 24-21 W 45-6 W 35-7 L 24-31 W 60-3 W 38-22 L 12-41 W 17-10 W 21-6 L 24-41 W 21-14 W 28-0 W 14-13 W 42-41 W 41-27 L 23-42 W 40-0 W 26-7 L 13-28 W 20-10 L 7-41 W 44-6 W 30-24 L 17-20 L 9-17 W 28-10 L 21-52 W 40-21 W 42-12 W 68-37 W 45-6 W 48-17 W 34-13 W 51-10 W 37-6 L 3-42 L 14-31 W 24-17 W 16-13 W 56-6 W 31-28 W 29-7 W 27-17 W 31-28 (2OT) L 10-13 W 55-7 W 24-17 (2OT) L 19-22 W 21-7 L 3-34 W 45-44 (2OT) L 20-27 L 35-42 L 9-41 W 45-20 W 41-17 W 37-3 W 31-14 W 45-14 L 7-27 L 13-28 W 21-20 L 7-13 L 20-22 W 38-16 L 6-23 L 8-31 W 28-13 W 26-23 W 21-13 L 27-30 W 55-17

Site A A A A A A A A H A A A A A

Result W 44-0 L 30-50 W 24-0 L 23-28 L 3-13 L 9-27 W 21-13 L 9-45 W 59-0 W 35-26 W 46-30 W 32-14 L 17-40 W 28-0

Oct. 25, 2003 Southern Mississippi Nov. 8, 2003 East Carolina Nov. 29, 2003 Memphis Nov. 20, 2004 Cincinnati Nov. 27, 2004 Memphis Dec. 4, 2004 Pittsburgh Sept. 3, 2005 Penn State Oct. 15, 2005 Pittsburgh Nov. 5, 2005 Rutgers Nov. 12, 2005 Syracuse Nov. 19, 2005 Cincinnati Nov. 26, 2005 Connecticut Dec. 31, 2005 NC State Sept. 16, 2006 UCF Oct. 14, 2006 North Carolina Nov. 4, 2006 Pittsburgh Nov. 11, 2006 Syracuse Nov. 25, 2006 West Virginia Dec. 23, 2006 East Carolina Sept. 22, 2007 North Carolina Oct. 6, 2007 FAU Oct. 13, 2007 UCF Oct. 27, 2007 Connecticut Nov. 3, 2007 Cincinnati Nov. 10, 2007 Syracuse Nov. 24, 2007 Pittsburgh Dec. 31, 2007 Oregon * Meineke Car Care Bowl, Charlotte, N.C. ^ Papajohns.com Bowl, Birmingham, Ala. % Brut Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas

A A A A H H A A A A H A N* A A H H A N^ H A H A H A A N%

L 6-27 W 38-37 (2OT) W 21-16 L 23-45 L 15-31 L 14-43 L 13-23 L 17-31 W 45-31 W 27-0 W 31-16 L 10-15 L 0-14 W 24-17 W 37-20 W 22-12 W 27-10 W 24-19 W 24-7 W 26-23 W 35-23 W 64-12 L 15-22 L 33-38 W 41-10 W 48-37 L 21-56

USF IN COLD WEATHER (1-1) (temperature 40 or below at kickoff) Date Opponent Nov. 26, 2005 Connecticut Nov. 24, 2007 Pittsburgh NOTE: USF is 2-3 at 50 degrees or lower

Site A A

Result L 10-15 W 48-37

Temp. 33 35

HOMECOMING SCORES (7-4)

Site H A H H H H H H H A H A A A H H H H A A A A* H H H A H A H H H H A H H A H H H H H A H

Date Sept. 11, 1999 Nov. 3, 2004 Oct. 1, 2005 Oct. 27, 2007

Opponent Southwest Texas State UAB Miami Connecticut

Result W 80-3 L 7-10 L 22-23 W 33-17 W 45-6 W 17-10 W 21-14 W 40-0 W 26-7 L 13-28 W 20-10 L 17-20 W 35-26 L 9-17 W 40-21 W 45-6 W 51-10 W 37-6 L 3-42 L 14-31 W 24-17 L 17-40 W 27-17 W 31-28 W 55-7 L 6-27 W 21-7 W 45-44 L 27-20 W 37-3 W 31-14 W 45-14 L 7-27 W 41-10 W 21-20 W 24-17 L 20-22 W 38-16 W 28-13 W 37-10 W 21-13 W 35-23 W 64-12

Temp. 86 87 88 87 80 86 83 88 81 97 82 83 85 82 88 84 84 88 87 91 84 89 85 83 82 82 88 85 83 84 85 87 81 86 84 87 84 82 83 81 82 87 82

Year Date Opponent Result 1997 Oct. 18 Southern Illinois L 10-23 1998 Nov. 7 Cumberland W 69-3 1999 Nov. 6 New Haven W41-27 2000 Nov. 4 Western Kentucky W 30-24 2001 Nov. 3 Houston W 45-6 2002 Nov. 9 Memphis W 31-28 2003 Oct. 31 Cincinnati W 24-17 (2OT) 2004 Oct. 16 Army L 35-42 2005 Dec. 3 * West Virginia L 13-28 2006 Nov. 4 Pittsburgh W 22-12 2007 Nov. 3 Cincinnati L 38-33 * Rescheduled from October 22 due to hurricane threat

Site H A A A

Result W 17-10 W 45-20 L 7-27 L 15-22

USF VS. NATIONALLY RANKED OPPONENTS (9-14) (The Sports Network I-AA Poll; I-A AP or USA Today Poll) Date Opponent Rank Site Sept. 27, 1997 Western Kentucky 3 A Nov. 15, 1997 Georgia Southern 8 H Sept. 25, 1999 Troy State 3 A Oct. 16, 1999 Illinois State 6 H Oct. 30, 1999 James Madison 10 A Nov. 13, 1999 Hofstra 6 H Sept. 16, 2000 James Madison 13 H Sept. 30, 2000 Troy State 1 H Oct. 7, 2000 Southern Miss 17 (AP) A Nov. 4, 2000 Western Kentucky 6 H Sept. 28, 2002 Oklahoma 2 (AP) A Nov. 16, 2002 Bowling Green 25 (USA) H Oct. 10, 2003 TCU 18 (AP) H Oct. 22, 2004 Louisville 15 (AP) A Dec. 4, 2004 Pittsburgh 19 (AP) H Sept. 24, 2005 Louisville 9 (AP) H Oct, 1, 2005 Miami 9 (AP) A Dec. 3, 2005 West Virginia 12 (AP) H Sept. 29, 2006 Rutgers 23 (AP) H Nov. 18, 2006 Louisville 10 (AP) A Nov. 25, 2006 West Virginia 7 (AP) A Sept. 8, 2007 Auburn 17/13 A Sept. 28, 2007 West Virginia 5 H

Result L 3-31 L 23-24 L 24-41 W 14-13 L 3-13 L23-42 W 26-7 W 20-10 L 7-41 W 30-24 L 14-31 W 29-7 L 10-13 L 9-41 L 14-43 W 45-14 L 7-27 L 13-28 L 20-22 L 8-31 W 24-19 W 26-23 W 21-13

USF ON TELEVISION (48-41) ABC (Regional) (0-3)

USF IN HOT WEATHER (31-12) (temperature 80 or higher at kickoff) Date Opponent Sept. 6, 1997 Kentucky Wesleyan Sept. 13, 1997 Citadel Sept. 20, 1997 Drake Oct. 4, 1997 Morehead State Oct. 3, 1998 Citadel Sept. 11, 1999 Southwest Texas State Oct. 2, 1999 Southern Illinois Sept. 2, 2000 Jacksonville State Sept. 16, 2000 James Madison Sept. 23, 2000 Baylor Sept. 30, 2000 Troy State Aug. 30, 2001 Northern Illinois Sept. 8, 2001 Pittsburgh Sept. 22, 2001 Memphis Oct. 13, 2001 Connecticut Nov. 3, 2001 Houston Aug. 29, 2002 Florida Atlantic Sept. 7, 2002 Northern Illinois Sept. 14, 2002 Arkansas Sept. 28, 2002 Oklahoma Oct. 5, 2002 North Texas Aug. 30, 2003 Alabama Sept. 6, 2003 Nicholls State Oct. 4, 2003 Louisville Oct. 18, 2003 Charleston Southern Oct. 25, 2003 Southern Mississippi Sept. 11, 2004 Tennessee Tech Sept. 25, 2004 TCU Oct. 2, 2004 Southern Miss Sept. 10, 2005 Florida A&M Sept. 17, 2005 UCF Sept. 24, 2005 Louisville Oct. 1, 2005 Miami Sept. 2, 2006 McNeese State Sept. 9, 2006 Florida International Sept. 16, 2006 UCF Sept. 29, 2006 Rutgers Oct. 7, 2006 Connecticut Sept. 1, 2007 Elon Sept. 22, 2007 North Carolina Sept. 28, 2007 West Virginia Oct. 6, 2007 FAU Oct. 13, 2007 UCF * Birmingham

USF IN RAIN (2-2)

Date Nov. 26, 2005 Oct. 27, 2007 Nov. 3, 2007

Opponent Connecticut Connecticut Cincinnati

Site A A H

Result L 10-15 L 15-22 L 38-35

BIG EAST (ESPN REGIONAL) (SYNDICATED) (7-0) Date Nov. 5, 2005 Nov. 19, 2005 Nov. 4, 2006 Nov. 11, 2006 Sept. 1, 2007 Nov. 10, 2007 Nov. 24, 2007

CBS (0-1) Date Dec. 31, 2007

CSTV (1-0) Date Sept. 16, 2006

ESPN (1-4)

Date Aug. 30, 2003 Oct. 22, 2004 Oct. 22, 2006 Sept. 22, 2007 Oct. 18, 2007 (B) Birmingham

Opponent Rutgers Cincinnati Pittsburgh Syracuse Elon Syracuse Pittsburgh

Site A H H H H A A

Result W 45-31 W 31-16 W 22-20 W 27-10 W 28-13 W 41-10 W 48-37

Opponent Oregon (Sun Bowl)

Site N

Result L 56-21

Opponent UCF

Site A

Result W 24-17

Opponent Alabama Louisville Cincinnati North Carolina Rutgers

Site A (B) A A H A

Result L 17-40 L 9-41 L 6-23 W 37-10 L 27-30

Site H H A H H N H A N A H

Result L 10-13 W 24-17 W 45-20 L 15-31 L 14-43 L 0-14 L 20-22 W 24-19 W 24-7 W 26-23 W 21-13

Site A H

Result L 17-31 W 21-20

ESPN 2 (6-5)

Date Opponent Oct. 10, 2003 TCU Oct. 31, 2003 Cincinnati Nov. 3, 2004 UAB Nov. 27, 2004 Memphis Dec. 4, 2004 Pittsburgh Dec. 31, 2005 NC State (C) Sept. 29, 2006 Rutgers Nov. 25, 2006 West Virginia Dec. 23, 2006 East Carolina (B) Sept. 8, 2007 Auburn Sept. 28, 2007 West Virginia (C) Charlotte, NC (B) Birmingham, AL

ESPN 360 (1-1) Date Oct. 15, 2005 Sept. 9, 2006

Opponent Pittsburgh Florida International

ESPNU (5-3) Date Sept. 3, 2005 Sept. 24, 2005 Oct. 1, 2005 Oct. 14, 2006 Nov. 18, 2006 Oct. 6, 2007 Oct. 13, 2007 Nov. 17, 2007

Opponent Penn State Louisville at Miami North Carolina Louisville FAU UCF Louisville

Site A H A A A A H H

FOX SPORTS NET/SPORTSCHANNEL* (14-9)

Date Oct. 18, 1997 Nov. 15, 1997 Nov. 22, 1997 Sept. 12, 1998 Nov. 14, 1998 Nov. 21, 1998 Sept. 4, 1999 Oct. 23, 1999 Oct. 30, 1999 Sept. 9, 2000 Oct. 21, 2000 Nov. 11, 2000 Sept. 8, 2001 Oct. 27, 2001 Nov. 3, 2001 Oct. 12, 2002 Oct. 19, 2002 Nov. 23, 2002 Oct. 4, 2003 Oct. 10, 2003 Nov. 29, 2003 Sept. 17, 2005 Sept. 23, 2006

Opponent Southern Illinois Georgia Southern Davidson Valparaiso Georgia Southern Morehead State San Diego State New Hampshire James Madison Kentucky ** Liberty Middle Tennessee Pittsburgh Liberty Houston ** Southern Miss ** East Carolina Houston Louisville Southern Miss Memphis UCF Kansas

FOX SPORTS NEW YORK (0-1) Date Oct. 24, 1998

Opponent Hofstra

Site H H H H A H A H A A H A A H H H A A H A A H A

Result L 10-23 L 23-24 W 48-3 W 51-0 L 23-28 W 38-22 L 12-41 W 42-41 L 3-13 L 9-27 W 44-6 L 9-45 W 35-26 W 68-37 W 45-6 W 16-13 W 46-30 W 32-14 W 31-28 L 6-27 W 21-16 W 31-14 L 7-13

Site A

Result L 30-50

REGIONAL NEWS NETWORK (1-0) Date Sept. 27, 2003

Opponent Army

SUNSHINE NETWORK (1-1) Date Nov. 13, 2004 Nov. 20, 2004

Opponent East Carolina Cincinnati

TBS SUPERSTATION (0-1) Date Sept. 28, 2002

Opponent Oklahoma

WFTS-ABC 28 (3-3) Date Nov. 22, 2003 Sept. 25, 2004 Oct. 2, 2004 Oct. 16, 2004 Sept. 2, 2006 Oct. 7, 2006

Opponent UAB TCU Southern Miss Army McNeese State Connecticut

WMOR-TV (5-6) Date Sept. 11, 1999 Sept. 25, 1999 Oct. 16, 1999 Sept. 30, 2000 Oct. 7, 2000 Oct. 28, 2000 Aug. 30, 2001 Sept. 22, 2001 Oct. 6, 2001 Sept. 14, 2002 Oct. 5, 2002

Opponent Southwest Texas State Troy State Illinois State Troy State Southern Miss Connecticut Northern Illinois Memphis Utah Arkansas North Texas

Site A

Result W 28-0

Site H A

Result W 41-17 L 23-45

Site A

Result L 14-31

Site H A H H H H

Result L 19-22 W 45-44 L 20-27 L 35-42 W 41-10 W 36-16

Site H A H H A A A A A A A

Result W 17-10 L 24-41 W 14-13 W 20-10 L 7-41 W 21-13 L 17-20 L 9-17 L 21-52 L 3-42 W 24-17

WTOG-UPN 44 (3-3)

Date Opponent Site Result Sept. 6, 1997 Kentucky Wesleyan H W 80-3 Sept. 13, 1997 Citadel A L 7-10 Sept. 20, 1997 Drake H L 22-23 Sept. 19, 1998 Liberty A W 24-21 Oct. 3, 1998 Citadel H W 45-6 Oct. 17, 1998 Western Kentucky H L 24-31 * Fox Sports Net/SportsChannel also aired WMOR/WTOG games outside the Tampa Bay market. SportsChannel changed its name to Fox Sports Net in March, 2000. ** Tape Delayed

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Mike Jenkins

Honor Roll << ALL-AMERICA (FCS FROM 1997-00; FBS 2001-Current)

C-USA ALL-FRESHMAN

Player Mike Jenkins, CB

Team Outlet First AFCA Second Sporting News, CFN.com Third AP HM SI.com Third AP HM SI.com First AFCA, AP, CBS Sportsline, CFN, ESPN, FWAA, SI.com, Walter Camp, Rivals HM SI.com HM SI.com HM SI.com HM CNNSI.com First AP First AFCA Second AP HM Football Gazette

Player Stephen Nicholas Ben Moffitt Johnny Peyton Danny Verpaele

Team HM HM HM HM HM Second HM Third Third

FBS ALL-INDEPENDENT (CollegeFootballNews.com)

Ben Moffitt, LB George Selvie, DE Trae Williams, CB Andre Hall, RB J.R. Reed, DB DeAndrew Rubin, PR Tony Umholtz, P Bill Gramatica, PK Demetrius Woods, LB

Year 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2005 2003 2002 1999 1998 1998 1997

FRESHMAN ALL-AMERICA Player Mike Ford, RB Zach Hermann, OL Carlton Mitchell, WR Matt Grothe, QB Chris Robinson, LB George Selvie, DE Carlton Williams, DB Danny Verpaele, DB Stephen Nicholas, LB

Year 2007 2007 2007 2006 2006 2006 2005 2004 2003

Outlet Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News Sporting News

ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICA Player Scott McCready Darren Bishop Isaac Bristol Tony Umholtz Darren Bishop

Pos. WR WR OT P WR

Season 2000 1998 1998 1998 1997

Team District III District III District III District III District III

BILL WILLIS TROPHY (Touchdown Club of Columbus, Ohio) Player George Selvie

Pos. DE

Season 2007

Pos. DB LB LB OC DE DB QB LB KR CB RB OG DB DB OC LB DE OT

Season 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2006 2006 2006 2006 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005

ALL-BIG EAST Player Mike Jenkins Ben Moffitt Tyrone McKenzie Ryan Schmidt George Selvie Trae Williams Matt Grothe Stephen Nicholas Ean Randolph Trae Williams Andre Hall Frank Davis Mike Jenkins Johnnie Jones John Miller Stephen Nicholas Terrence Royal Thed Watson

Team 1st 1st 2nd 2nd Defensive Player of the Year 2nd Rookie of the Year 1st Special Teams Player of the Year 1st 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd

ALL-CONFERENCE USA Player J.R. Reed Maurice Jones Derrick Sarosi Kevin Verpaele Andre Hall Alex Herron Derrick Sarosi Lee Roy Selmon

160

Pos. DB LB OT DB RB OC OT DT

Season 2003 2003 2003 2003 2004 2004 2004 2004

Team 1st 2nd 3rd 3rd 1st 3rd 3rd 3rd

Pos. LB LB WR DB

Season 2003 2004 2004 2004

Team 1st 1st 1st 1st

BURGER KING NATIONAL SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE WEEK ($5,000 Scholarship in Playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Name) Player Tony Umholtz, P Darren Bishop, WR

Date 10/16/99 11/7/98

FBS ALL-INDEPENDENT (FootballNews) Player Marquel Blackwell Chris Daley Jimmy Fitts J.R. Reed

Pos. QB DE OG DB

Player Marquel Blackwell Kawika Mitchell J.R. Reed DeAndrew Rubin Devin Sanderson Hugh Smith Marquel Blackwell Chris Daley Jimmy Fitts J.R. Reed

Season 2001 2001 2001 2001

Season 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2001 2001 2001 2001

Team First First First First

Team First/Player of the Year First First First First First First First First First

FBS INDEPENDENT MVP (ESPN.COM) Player Marquel Blackwell

Season 2002

I-AA ALL-INDEPENDENT TEAM Player Rj Anderson Roy Manns Joey Sipp Tony Umholtz Ivan Alicot Rj Anderson Bernard Brown Bill Gramatica Trevor Hypolite Kenyatta Jones Demetrius Woods Ivan Alicot Anthony Henry Trevor Hypolite Roy Manns Steve Riggs Demetrius Woods

Pos. WR DB OC P OT WR DB PK TE OT LB OL FS TE SS PK LB

Season 1999 1999 1999 1999 1998 1998 1998 1998 1998 1998 1998 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997

Team First First First First Second Second Second First Second Second First Second Second First Second Second Second

FBS NATIONAL PLAYER OF THE WEEK Player Marquel Blackwell J.R. Reed Ben Moffitt George Selvie

Date 9/8/01 11/29/03 9/24/05 11/25/06

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George Selvie Ben Moffitt

9/23/07 9/30/07

Opponent at Pittsburgh at Memphis Louisville West Virginia

Publication USA Today SI.com, College; CFN.com FWAA Bronko Nagurski Walter Camp Defensive Rivals.com Defensive Auburn Nagurski Master Coaches Survey Game Ball North Carolina Walter Camp Defensive; West Virginia Walter Camp Defensive; Nagurski

I-AA INDEPENDENT NATIONAL PLAYER OF THE WEEK Player Tony Umholtz, P Tony Umholtz, P Tony Umholtz, P Tony Umholtz, P Dyral McMillan, RB Tony Umholtz, P Dyral McMillan, RB Tony Umholtz, P Bill Gramatica, PK Marshall Smith, LB Charlie Jackson, KR Roy Manns, SS

Date 9/25/99 10/2/99 10/9/99 10/16/99 10/23/99 10/30/99 11/6/99 11/6/99 9/19/98 10/4/97 11/1/97 11/1/97

Opponent at Troy State Southern Illinois Liberty Illinois State New Hampshire at James Madison New Haven New Haven at Liberty Morehead State Charleston Southern Charleston Southern

BOWL GAME HONORS (PapaJohns.com Bowl MVP) Player Ben Williams

Season 2006

POSTSEASON ALL-STAR APPEARANCES ALL-STAR GRIDIRON CLASSIC (ORLANDO, RLANDO, FLA.) RLANDO Player Season Maurice Jones, LB 2003 J.R. Reed, DB 2003 Marquel Blackwell, QB 2002 Chris Daley, DE 2002 Tavares Jurineack, NT 2002 Kawika Mitchell, LB 2002 DeAndrew Rubin, WR 2002 Hugh Smith, WR 2002 Maurice Tucker, DB 2002 Greg Walls, DT 2002 Jimmy Fitts, OG 2001 Anthony Williams, LB 2001 Anthony Henry, DB 2000 Kenyatta Jones, OT 2000 Dyral McMillan, RB 1999 Tony Umholtz, P 1999 Ivan Alicot, OL 1998 Chad Barnhardt, QB 1998 Trevor Hypolite, TE 1998

BLUE-GRAY ALL-STAR GAME Player DeJuan Green Huey Whittaker Bill Gramatica Kenyatta Jones

Pos. RB WR PK OT

Season 2003 2003 2000 2000

EAST-WEST SHRINE GAME Player Richard Clebert, NT Trae Williams, DB Bill Gramatica, PK

Season 2007 2007 2000

HULA BOWL Player Maurice Jones, LB Kawika Mitchell, LB

Season 2003 2002

INTRAJUICE NORTH-SOUTH CLASSIC Player Stephen Nicholas, LB

Season 2006

SENIOR BOWL Player Ben Moffitt, LB Mike Jenkins, CB (Invited, DNP) Andre Hall, RB

Season 2007 2007 2005

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Annual Team Awards >> ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Bernard Brown, CB Jimmy Fitts, OG Joe Condron, OT Chris Iskra, WR Shurron Pierson, DE Chris Carothers, OL Stephen Nicholas, LB Jackie Chambers, WR Carlton Williams, DB Matt Grothe, QB/George Selvie, DE Zach Hermann, OG

GOLDEN BULL

LEE ROY OY SELMON AWARD

For the individual who most displays the greatest courage, perseverance and determination in never giving up in the pursuit of team goals.

Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Marshall Smith, LB Chad Barnhardt, QB Therrimann Edwards, DL Jason Butler, LB Joe Morgan, DB Tavares Jurineack, NT Lee Roy Selmon, DT Clenton Crossley, RB Jason Allen, LB Marc Dile, OT Brouce Mompremier, LB

For recognition of the Scout Team player who contributed the most to the team during the season through hard work, effort, dedication and weekly preparation for the opponent.

OUTSTANDING DEFENSIVE FRONT SEVEN

Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Derrick Rackard, RB Marquel Blackwell, QB Kevin Patullo, QB/Solomon Burgess, DB n/a Billy Henderson, RB/John Marshall, DE Vinny Capogna, LB/Devin Kennedy, RB Ben Moffitt, LB/Trae Williams, RB Jordan Hicks, LB/Courtney Denson, QB Treco Bellamy, LB/Jason Fox, OC Shane McElwain, DE/Aston Samuels, RB Mike Padilla, FB/Kenneth Luberice, LB

Player Demetrius Woods, LB Vassay Marc, LB Shawn Hay, DE Kawika Mitchell, LB Chris Daley, DE Greg Walls, DT Maurice Jones, LB Lee Roy Selmon, DT Tim Jones, DT/Ben Moffitt, LB Ben Moffitt, LB Ben Moffitt, LB

SCHOLAR-ATHLET -A -ATHLET E

OUTSTANDING OFFENSIVE LINE

Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Darren Bishop, WR Darren Bishop, WR Tony Umholtz, P Scott McCready, WR Derrick Rackard, RB Justin Geisler, K Justin Geisler, K Justin Geisler, K Mike Ruegger, TE Anthony Severino, QB Grant Gregory, QB and Marcus Edwards, WR

GREEN & GOLD PRIDE

For the walk-on, who through his efforts on and off the field, best represents USF Football with quality play, leadership and work ethic.

Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Craig Laufer, OC Tony Umholtz, P Scott McCready, WR Jason Bingham, WR/Matt Groelinger, DL Solomon Burgess, DB Julian Johnson, LB Mike Ruegger, FB Anthony Severino, QB Ryan Bourdeau, LS Mike Padilla, RB/Ben Williams, RB Eric Setser, LS

FIRST TEAM

In recognition of the player who exemplifies leadership and accountability both on and off the field.

Year 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Therrimann Edwards, DL Bernard Brown, DB Chris Iskra, WR/John Miller, DB Kevin Verpaele, DB Alex Herron, OC Derek Carter, TE Patrick St. Louis, LB Tyrone McKenzie, LB

Player Ivan Alicot, OC/OT Ivan Alicot, OT Joey Sipp, OC n/a Jimmy Fitts, OG/OC Derrick Sarosi, OT Alex Herron, OC Levi Newton, OT John Miller, OC Nick Capogna, OC Jake Griffin, OC

OUTSTANDING SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Jay Mize, DB Jermaine Clemons, RB/KR Tony Umholtz, P Bill Gramatica, PK Kevin Verpaele, DB DeAndrew Rubin, KR/PR Javan Camon, DB Justin Daniel, LS Trae Williams, DB/KR Ean Randolph, KR Delbert Alvarado, K

COACHES AWARD Year 2007

Player Matt Huners, OG

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING OVER-ACHIEVER Year 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Richard Guerrero, TE Courtney Davenport, RB Howard Campbell, DL Kenny Huebner, DL Drametrice Smith, DB Sam Miller, DB Matt Huners, OL George Selvie, DE Brandon Peguese, LB Mike McGowan, OG

OFFENSIVE PLAYMAKER OF THE YEAR Year 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Clif Dell, WR Marquel Blackwell, QB Rafael Williams, RB Hugh Smith, WR Hugh Smith, WR Elgin Hicks, WR/Huey Whittaker, WR Andre Hall, RB Andre Hall, RB Taurus Johnson, WR Matt Grothe, QB

DEFENSIVE PLAYMAKER OF THE YEAR Year 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Bernard Brown, DB Roy Manns, DB Roy Manns, DB J.R. Reed, DB J.R. Reed, DB J.R. Reed, DB Stephen Nicholas, LB Stephen Nicholas, LB Trae Williams, DB Trae Williams, DB and Mike Jenkins, DB

DEFENSIVE MVP Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Anthony Henry, FS Jason Butler, LB Brian Wilson, LB Anthony Henry, DB Anthony Williams, DB Kawika Mitchell, LB J.R. Reed, DB Stephen Nicholas, LB Terrence Royal,DE Stephen Nicholas, LB George Selvie, DE

OFFENSIVE MVP Year 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Player Chad Barnhardt, QB Otis Dixon, FB Dyral McMillan, RB Marquel Blackwell, QB Marquel Blackwell, QB Marquel Blackwell, QB Brian Fisher, WR/QB Andre Hall, RB Andre Hall, RB Matt Grothe, QB Matt Grothe, QB

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All-Time Roster << Note: To be listed among the USF all-time roster, a player must have participated in at least one game. Boldface designates a player on the current roster. Following each name is years lettered, position(s), jersey number(s), hometown and high school.

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Jon Chivas, 1999, DB, 4, Sarasota, Fla., Riverview

Santiago Gramatica, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, PK, 7, LaBelle, Fla., LaBelle

Ivan Alicot, 1997, 1998, OC/OT, 78, Miami, Fla., Miami Senior

Kevin Christian, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, OT/OG, 79, Bradenton, Fla., Bayshore

DeJuan Green, 2002, 2003, RB, 23/2, Jacksonville, Fla., Raines

Edner Alcin, 2007, WR, 6, Tampa, Fla., Chamberlain

Richard Clebert, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 DL, 76, Miami, Fla., Edison

S.J. Green, 2003, 2004, 2005, WR, 81, Brandon, Fla., Brandon

Jason Allen, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005 LB, 16, Ft. Myers, Fla., Ft. Myers

Jermaine Clemons, 1997, 1998, 1999, RB, 22, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater

Edwin Greene, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, CB, 2, Miami, Fla., Southridge

Nate Allen, 2006, 2007, DB, 5, Cape Coral, Fla., Cape Coral

Casey Cobb, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, TE/LS, 89, Gulf Breeze, Fla., Gulf Breeze

Grant Gregory, 2006, 2007, QB, 15, Athens, Ohio, Athens

Delbert Alvarado, 2006, 2007, PK/P, 24/25, Tampa, Fla., Robinson

Joe Condron, 1999, OT, 73, Brooksville, Fla., Central

Jake Griffin, 2005, 2006, OL, 2007, OC, 77, Seffner, Fla., Armwood

Rj Anderson, 1998, 1999, WR, 82, Gainesville, Fla., Buchholtz

Eric Conway, 2002, 2003, DB, 30, Temple Terrace, Fla., Jesuit

Matt Groelinger, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DL, 95, San Diego, Calif., Ramona

Billy Attix, 1998, 1999, OT/OG, 62/76, Umatilla, Fla., Umatilla

Lakenji Cooper, 1998, DB, 3, Largo, Fla., Largo

Matt Grothe, 2006, 2007, QB, 8, Lakeland, Fla., Lake Gibson

Brett Avery, 1997, 1998, DE, 98, Tampa, Fla., Tampa Catholic

Andre Copeland, 2004, RB, 22, Lake City, Fla., Columbia

Richard Guerrero, 1999, 2000, TE, 84, Miami, Fla. Braddock

Matt Aycox 2006, 2007, DE, 93, Gainesville, Fla., Gainesville

David Cozzo 2007, WR, 14, Miami, Fla., Palmetto

-B-B-BRonnie Banks, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, QB, 14, New Orleans, La., Lawless

-H-H-H-

Clenton Crossley, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, RB, 28, Bushnell, Fla., South Sumter

Darren Haliburton, 2005, WR, 88, Riviera Beach, Fla., Suncoast Andre Hall, 2004, 2005, RB, 2, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins

David Bailey, 2003, OL, 70, Plant City, Fla., Durant

-D-D-D-

Antwon Hanks, 2006, 2007, WR, 19, Lake Weir, Fla., Lake Weir

Joe Bain, 2002, 2003, 2004, WR, 88/9, Dade City, Fla., Pasco

Chris Daley, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, DE, 57, Brooksville, Fla., Hernando

Aaron Harris, 2006, DL, 2007, DT, 98, Williston, Fla., Williston

Brandon Baker, 2002, 2003, 2004 2005, P, 47, Lake Placid, Fla., Lake Placid

Justin Daniel, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, LS, 73, Punta Gorda, Fla., Charlotte

Steve Hatley, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DE, 55, St. Petersburg, Fla., Northeast

Josh Balloon, 2003, 2004, 2005, LB, 57, Tampa, Fla., Jefferson

Lucas Darr, 2007, LB, 52, Clearwater, Fla., Countryside

Shawn Hay, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DE, 88, Jupiter, Fla., Jupiter

Chad Barnhardt, 1997, 1998, QB, 10, Lake Wales, Fla., Lake Wales

Courtney Davenport, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, RB/LB, 30/31, Quincy, Fla., N. Florida Christian

Ahmad Hayes, 1997, WR, 3, Boynton Beach, Fla., Santaluces

Cedric Battles, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DL, 55, Coleman, Fla., Wildwood

Devon Davis, 2002, 2003, 2004, LB, 52, Miramar, Fla., Miramar

Colby Hearn, 2003, 2004, WR, 87, WR, Belleview, Fla., Belleview

Cedric Bell, 1997, 1998, OG, 75/71, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

Frank Davis, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, OG/OT, 68, Republic of Panama, Kilpatrick

Ryan Hearn, 2000, 2001, 2002, DB/WR, 37, Belleview, Fla., Belleview

Treco Bellamy, 2005, LB, 52, Monticello, Fla., Jefferson County

Glenn Davis, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, CB, 24, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins

Ron Hemingway, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, DB, 3, St. Petersburg, Fla., St. Petersburg

Ryan Benjamin, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, LS, 53, New Port Richey, Fla., River Ridge

Ken Dawson, 1999, 2000, 2001, OT, 72, Seffner, Fla., Armwood

Billy Henderson, 2002, 2003, 2004, RB, 26/13, Pinellas Park, Fla.,Pinellas Park

Mike Benzer, 2005, 2006, PK, 28, Longwood, Fla., Lyman

Clif Dell, 1997, 1998, WR, 4, Tampa, Fla., King

Chuck Henderson, 1999, LB/DE, 66, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

Jason Bingham, 2001, WR, 80, New Port Richey, Fla., River Ridge

Courtney Denson, 2005, 2006, 2007, WR/QB, 1/8/7, Miami, Fla., Central

Anthony Henry, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DB, 12, Ft. Myers, Fla., Estero

Darren Bishop,1997, 1998, WR, 17, St. Petersburg, Fla., Lakewood

Marc Dile, 2005, 2006, 2007 OT, 78, Miami, Fla., Edison

Zach Hermann, 2007, OG, 61, Oldsmar, Fla., Eask Lake

Ian Blackwell, 1999, DE, 58, Pensacola, Fla., Escambia

Otis Dixon, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, FB, 21, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater

Alex Herron, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, OC, 71, New Smyrna Beach, Fla., New Smyrna Beach

Marquel Blackwell, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, QB, 10, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins

Djems Don, 1998, 2000, DT, 96, Miami, Fla., North Miami Beach

Houston Hess, 2006, 2007, LB, 40 Oswego, Ill., Oswego

Will Bleakley, 2004, 2005, TE, 84, Crystal River, Fla, Crystal River

Dylan Douglas, 2007, DB, 2, Jacksonville, Fla., Jackson

Joe Herzhauser, 2007, OT, 72, St. Petersburg, Fla., Lakewood

Tchecoy Blount, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, DE, 56, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins

Albert Dowdell, 2002, DB, 38, Miami, Fla./Northwestern

Jessie Hester, 2005, 2007, WR, 87, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

Dontavia Bogan 2007, WR, 81, Thomasville, Ga., Central County

Darryl Dudding, 2006, 2007 LS, 58, Indian Rocks, Fla., Indian Rocks Christian

Elgin Hicks, 2001, 2002, 2003, WR, 22, Punta Gorda, Fla., Charlotte

David Bossone, 2002, RB, 39, Palm Harbor, Fla., Palm Harbor University HS

Matt Dunkle, 1999, DT, 47, Jacksonville, Fla., University Christian

Jake Hickson, 2000, TE, 35, New Smyrna Beach, Fla., New Smyrna Beach

Ryan Bourdeau, 2004, 2005, LS, 78, Seminole, Fla., Seminole

Reshod Durant, 1999, 2000, 15, Gainesville, Fla., Eastside

George Higgins, 1999, TE, 41, Tarpon Springs, Fla., Tarpon Springs

A.J. Brant, 2004, 2005, DB, 5, Daytona Beach, Fla., Mainland

-E-E-E-

Vince Brewer, 2000, 2001, 2002,2003, RB, 25, Bartow, Fla., Bartow Isaac Bristol, 1997, 1998, OT, 65, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough Kyle Bronson, 2005, PK, 35, Tampa, Fla., Wharton Bernard Brown, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, CB, 23,Jacksonville, Fla, Lee D’Juan Brown, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, CB, 42, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central John Brown, 2000, DE, 99, Lakeland, Fla., Lakeland Jeremy Burnett, 2004, 2005, DB, 33, Tampa, Fla., Jefferson Derek Busciglio, 1997, 1998, DT, 93, Plant City, Fla., Plant City Solomon Burgess, 1999,2000, 2001, 2002, DB, 32/27, Delray Beach, Fla., Atlantic Jarriett Buie, 2006, 2007 DE, 91/90, Tampa, Fla., Armwood Ben Busbee, 2006, 2007 TE, 82, Mobile, Ala., McGill-Toolen Jason Butler, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, LB, 50/64, Bartow, Fla., Bartow

-C-C-CQuinton Callum, 2001, 2002, 2003, RB, 34, Lake City, Fla., Columbia Joey Camero, 1997, 1998, 1999, NT, 51, Tampa, Fla., Jesuit Javan Camon, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DB, 12, DB, Punta Gorda, Fla., Charlotte Howard Campbell, 2001, 2002, DL, 92, Ocilla, Ga., Irwin County Shawn Cannon, 2007, RB, 24, Pensacola, Fla., Tate Nick Capogna, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 OC, 63/69, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater Catholic Vinny Capogna, 2002, 2003, LB, 59, Clearwater, Fla.,Clearwater Catholic Jared Carnes, 2005, 2006, 2007 OT, 70, St. Petersburg, Fla., St. Petersburg Catholic Chris Carothers, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, OL, 74, Clearwater, Fla.,Clearwater Derek Carter, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, DE/TE, 85, Tampa, Fla., Jesuit Sean Cassese, 1999, 2000, OG, 62, Carmel, N.Y., Carmel Aleous Chambers, 1999, 2000, FB, 9, Tampa, Fla., Chamberlain Jackie Chambers, 2004, 2005, WR, 83, Miami, Fla., Edison Curtis Chance, 2004, DL, 98, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins Carl Charles, 1997, LB, 57, Immokalee, Fla., Immokalee

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Allen Cray, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 DL, 94, Lake City, Fla., Columbia

Amp Hill, 2006, WR, 6, Jacksonville, Fla., First Coast Carlton Hill, 2005, QB, 4, Monticello, Fla., Jefferson County

Marcus Edwards, 2002, WR, 83, Tampa, Fla., Clearwater Catholic

Cedric Hill, 2005, 2006, 2007, TE, 9, Valdosta, Ga., Valdosta

Marcus Edwards, 2005, 2006, 2007, WR, 11, Mayo, Fla., Lafayette

Chris Hill, 1997, FB, 36, Sarasota, Fla.

Therrimann Edwards, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DT, 63, Lake Wales, Fla., Lake Wales

Dudley Hill, 1998, WR, 30, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., St. Thomas Aquinas

Chris Ellick, 2005, 2006, 37, DB, Tampa, Fla., Wharton

Lance Hoeltke, 1997, QB, 16, Palm Beach, Fla.

Brian Erb, 1997, TE, 89, Spring Hill, Fla., Hudson

Matt Holt, 1999, WR, 87, Bradenton, Fla., Bayshore

Colby Erskin, 2006, WR, Seminole Fla., Seminole

Shelly Houston, 2002, 2003, OL, 65, Immokalee, Fla., Immokalee

Russell Everitt, 1998, OC, 61, Cape Coral, Fla., Cape Coral

Kenny Huebner, 2002, 2003, DL/OL, 46, Lutz, Fla., Gaither

-F-F-FMark Feldman, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, TE, 44, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater Catholic Brian Fisher, 2001, 2002, 2003, WR/RB/QB, 16/5, Pensacola, Fla., Pine Forest

Matt Huners, 2005, 2006, 2007, OG, 71, Palm Harbor, Fla., Palm Harbor University Tommy Hunter, 2000, 2001, 2003, DE/TE, 87/50, Crawfordville, Fla., Wakulla Trevor Hypolite, 1997, 1998, TE, 83, Rockledge, Fla., Rockledge

Jimmy Fitts, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, OG, 75, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

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Mike Ford, 2007, RB, 26, Sarasota, Fla., Sarasota

Philip Ibisi, 2001, 2002, DE, 96, Miami, Fla., Carol City

Jason Fox, 1997, LB/FB, 34, Ocala, Fla., Forest

Chris Iskra, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, WR, 83/9, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater Catholic

Jason Fox, 2006, 2007, OC, 62/41, Valrico, Fla., Durant Bryan Freese, 1997, QB, 14, Seminole, Fla., Osceola

-J-J-J-

Ryan Frisco, 1997, 1998, DE, Tampa, Fla., Jesuit

Amarri Jackson, 2005, 2006, 2007, WR, 18, Sarasota, Fla., Riverview

-G-G-G-

Charlie Jackson, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 WR, 1, Miami, Fla., Edison Jamaal Jenkins, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB, 10/23, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

Louis Gachette, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB, 7, Immokalee, Fla., Immokalee

Mike Jenkins, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB, 2/4, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

J.B. Garris, 2004, WR, 10, Gibsonton, Fla., East Bay

Julian Johnson, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, LB, 40/53, Longwood, Fla., Lyman

Glen Gauntt, 1997, 1998, 1999, QB, 18/17, Sarasota,Fla., Booker

Ron Johnson, 1998, 1999, 2000, NT, 49/97, Tampa, Fla., Armwood

Justin Geisler, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, PK, 49, Land O’ Lakes, Fla., Land O’ Lakes

Taurus Johnson, 2005, 2006, 2007, WR, 89, Cape Coral, Fla., Cape Coral

Sampson Genus, 2007, OC, 62, Lake City, Fla., Columbia

Johnnie Jones, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, DB, 35/27, Sarasota, Fla., Booker

Woody George, 2005, 2006, 2007, DL, 96, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

Kenyatta Jones, 1997, 1998,1999, 2000, OT, 74, Gainesville, Fla., Eastside

Ryan Gilliam, 2006, 2007, DB, 22, Tallahassee, Fla., Lincoln

Maurice Jones, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, LB, 6, Bradenton, Fla., Booker

Bruce Gipson, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, WR/DB, 19, Punta Gorda, Fla., Charlotte

Tim Jones, 2001, 2002, 2003, TE/DE, 82/99, Lakeland, Fla., Kathleen

Bill Gramatica, 1998, 1999, 2000, PK, 7, LaBelle, Fla., LaBelle

Sabbath Joseph, 2007, LB, 43, Miami, Fla., Central

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All-Time Roster >> Josh Julmiste, 2005, 2006, DE, 91, Miramar, Fla., Miramar Pat Julmiste, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, QB, 17/3, Miramar, Fla., Miramar

-K-K-KRichard Kelly, 2007, FB, 39, Bushnell, Fla., South Sumter Devin Kennedy, 2003, 2004, RB, 24, Tampa, Fla., Plant Andrew Ketchel, 2007, TE, 85, Shalimar, Fla., Choctawhatchee Cedric King, 2002, 2003, WR, 7, St. Petersburg, Fla., Gibbs

N-N-N-

Chad Simpson, 2004, 2005, RB, 20, Miami, Fla., Edison

Brian Newsome, 1997, DB, 7, Bradenton, Fla., Manatee

Sidney Simpson, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DB, 11/1, Opa-locka, Fla., Northwestern

Levi Newton, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, OL, 79, Jacksonville, Fla., Trinity Christian

Jacob Sims, 2007, OT, 64, Winter Park, Fla., Winter Park

Stephen Nicholas, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, LB, 51, Jacksonville, Fla., Lee

Joey Sipp, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, OG/OC, 68, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

Huntley Nicholson, 1997, 30, DB, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

Devon Small, 2001, 2002, OL, 78, Miami, Fla., Monsignor Pace Joshua Smiley, 2007, LB/DE, 48, Milton, Fla., Milton

-O-O-O-

Terrance Smiley, 1997, 1998, NT, 33, Lake Wales, Fla., Lake Wales

Quincy Okolie, 2007, TE, 88, West Palm Beach, Fla., Palm Beach Central

Drametrice Smith, 2003, 2004, DB, 41, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., St. Thomas Aquinas

James Kirkland, 1997, WR/DB, 29, Clearwater, Fla., Osceola

Hugh Smith, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, RB/WR, 33/2, Merritt Island, Fla., Merritt Island

-P-P-P-

Marshall Smith, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, LB, 46, St. Cloud, Fla., St. Cloud

Mike Padilla, 2007, FB, 38, Cape Coral, Fla., Cape Coral

Walt Smith, 2005, 2006, DB/RB, 25, Bartow, Fla., Bartow

Kevin Patullo, 2000, 2001, 2002, QB, WR, 18, Weston, Fla., Weston

Mike Snellgrove, 1999, 2000, 2001, TE/OT, 92/65, Dothan, Ala., Dothan

Craig Laufer, 1997, OC, 61, Coral Springs, Fla., Taravella

Cesar Paz, 2002, OC, 63, Tampa, Fla., Gaither

Mark Sopcik, 2001, 2002, 2003, OG, 76, Lutz, Fla., Land Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lakes

Jason Lehman, 2002, 2003, OL, 64, Los Angeles, Calif., Ribet Academy

Brandon Peguese, 2007, LB, 47, Greensboro, NC, Grimsley

Matt Sparrowhawk, 2000, 2001, OG, 61, Lithia, Fla., Durant

C.J. Lewis, 2002, 2003, 2004, WR, 1, Titusville, Fla./Astronaut

Marvin Peoples, 2006, 2007, LB, 42, Apopka, Fla., Apopka

Donte Spires, 2007, LB, 55, Tampa, Fla., Pearl River Community College

Travis Lipp, 2001, 2003, 2004, WR, 81/23, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

Rafael Perez, 1998, DT, 92, Miami, Fla., Miami Springs

Jerome Springfield, 2004, 2005, OT, 72, Ft. Myers, Fla., Lehigh Acres

Craig Lloyd, 2003, FB, 38, Daytona Beach, Fla., Mainland

Ilia Petrov, 2006, P, 36, Tampa, Fla., Tampa Bay Tech

Brian Surcy, 1997, 1998, RB, 25, Tampa, Fla., Bloomingdale

Casey Loesch, 1999, DL, 95, St. Petersburg, Fla., St. Petersburg

Johnny Peyton, 2004, 2005, WR, 8, Dade City, Fla., Pasco

A.J. Love, 2007, WR, 5, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

Willie Phelps, 2004, DB, 30, Sarasota, Fla.

-T-T-T-

Mike Lube, 2003, 2004, OL, 77, Palm Harbor, Fla., Palm Harbor University

Sam Phillips, 2002, DB, 19, Winter Park, Fla., Winter Park

Cedric Tate, 1997, 1998, DB/LB, 27, Avon Park, Fla., Avon Park

Kenneth Luberice, 2007, LB, 54, Delray Beach, Fla., Spanish River

Shurron Pierson, 2001, 2002, DE, 41, Wildwood, Fla., Wildwood

Jamar Taylor, 2007, RB, 33, Lakeland, Fla., Lakeland

Terry Lucas, 2000, WR, 43, Manassas, Va., Osbourn

Moise Plancher, 2006, 2007, RB, 1/3, Naples, Fla., Barron Collier

Justin Teachey, 2005, 2006, 2007, PK, 27, Palmetto, Fla., Palmetto

-M-M-M-

Ricky Ponton, 2005, 2006, RB, 5, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

Eric Thomas, DL, 2004, 2005, 50, Lake City, Fla., Columbia

Cory Porter, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, WR, 80, Tarpon Springs, Fla., Tarpon Springs

David Thompson, 1997, 1998, DB, 8, Palm Beach, Fla., Palm Beach Lakes

Craig Kobel, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DL, 40, Lake Worth, Fla., Santaluces

-L-L-L-

Jason Malouf, 1997, 1998, LB, 52, Tampa, Fla., Tampa Catholic Roy Manns, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, SS, 11, Clearwater, Fla., East Lake Vassay Marc, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000,LB, 44, Miami, Fla., Northwestern

Danny Tolley, 2006, 2007, OT/OG, 73, Wesley Chapel, Fla., Wesley Chapel

-Q-Q-QNaser Qureshi, 2000, WR, 85, Miami, Fla., Sunset

Wes Marshall, 1997, 1998, TE, 84, DeLand, Fla., DeLand

Maurice Tucker, 2001, 2002, DB, 21, Bartow, Fla., Bartow

-U-U-U-

Rico Martinez, 1997, DE, 57, Tampa, Fla., Tampa Catholic

-R-R-R-

Leon Matthews, 1998, 1999, 2000, WR, 19, Sebring, Fla., Sebring

Derrick Rackard, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, RB, 26, Reddick, Fla., North Marion

Tony Umholtz, 1997, 1998, 1999, P, 35, Largo, Fla., Osceola

Chris McBee, 2002, 2003, OL, 69, Titusville, Fla.,Astronaut

Ryan Reardon, 1997, PK, 14, Coral Springs, Fla., Coral Springs

Mike Usry, 1999, 2000, QB, 6/13, Tallahassee, Fla., N. Florida Christian

Keith McCaskill, 2007, LB, 51, Tallahassee, Fla., Godby

Clay Rebol, 2000, 2001, LB, 48, Port Charlotte, Fla., Charlotte

Terrell McClain, 2007, DL, 97, Pensacola, Fla., Pensacola

J.R. Reed. 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, DB, 27/32, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

-V-V-V-

Ramon McCollough, 2003, 2004, DT, 90, Daytona Beach. Fla., Mainland

Steve Riggs, 1997, PK, 6, Clearwater, Fla., East Lake

Danny Verpaele, 2004, 2006, DB, 17, Merritt Island, Fla., Merritt Island

Ronnie McCullough, 2004, 2005, LB, 58, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

Julian Riley, 2006, 2007, DT/NT, 99/91, St. Petersburg, Fla., Lakewood

Kevin Verpaele, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, DB, 17, Merritt Island, Fla., Merritt Island

Scott McCready, 1997, 1999, 2000, WR, 87/16, Tampa, Fla., King

Marcus Rivers, 1997, WR, 81, Panama City, Fla., Rutheford

Shane McElwain, 2006, 2007, DL/TE, 97/86, Palm Beach, Fla., Central

Tyller Roberts, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB, 26/6, Orlando, Fla., Edgewater

-W-W-W-

Greg McKay, 2002, OL, 75, Ponchatoula, La./Ponchatoula

Chris Robinson, 2006, 2007, LB, 49, Bunnell, Fla., Flagler Palm Coast

Walter Walker, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, OL/OG, 75, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., South Plantation

Anthony McKenzie, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DT/OG, 96/76/67, Hollywood, Fla., South Broward

Kenny Robinson, 2000, 2001, 2003, DB, 20/21, Pensacola, Fla., Escambia

Thed Watson, 2005, 2006, OT, 55, St. Petersburg, Fla., Lakewood

Tyrone McKenzie, 2007, LB, 27, Riverview, Fla., Riverview

Tavarious Robinson, 2003, 2004, 2005, DE, 46, Goulds, Fla., Homestead

Greg Walls, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, DL, 8, Sarasota, Fla., Booker

Dyral McMillan, 1998, 1999, RB, 6/27, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

Dan Rodimer, 1999, 2000, TE/OT, 86, Rockaway, N.J., Seton Hall Prep

Antonio Warren, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, DB, 24/4, Miami, Fla., North Miami Beach

Anwar McNeil, 2004, WR/DE, 82, Sebring, Fla., Sebring

Terrence Royal, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, DE, 56, Tampa, Fla./Wharton

Jeremiah Warren, 2007, OG, 55, Panama City, Fla., Bay

Brian McNulty, 1997, OG, 69, Tampa, Fla., Jesuit

DeAndrew Rubin, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, WR, 81/4, St. Petersburg, Fla., Dixie Hollins

Quenton Washington, 2007, DB, 16, Fort Myers, Fla., Fort Myers

Alonzo McQueen, 2007, LB, 57, Jacksonville, Fla., Lee

Mike Ruegger, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, RB/TE, 48, Gainesville, Fla., P.K. Yonge

Kevin White, 1997, FB, 13, Tallahassee, Fla., Lincoln

John Miller, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, DB, 36, Apopka, Fla., Lake Brantley

Siaosi Uhatafe, 2004, 2005, 2006, DL/FB, 39, St. Petersburg, Fla., Gibbs

Brent Whitfield, 1997, 1998, 1999, OT, 77, Minneola, Fla., South Lake

John Miller, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, OC, 61, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

-S-S-S-

Huey Whittaker, 2001, 2002, 2003, WR, 15, Springstead, Fla., Springstead

Josh Miller, 2002, RB, 40

Patrick St. Louis, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, LB, 54, Miami, Fla., Washington

Anthony Williams, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, LB, 39, Pahokee, Fla., Pahokee

Sam Miller, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB/LB, 29/56, Bushnell, Fla., South Sumter

Alvin Salter, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, DB/WR, 20, Tallahassee, Fla., Florida A&M High

Benjamin Williams, 2005, 2006, 2007, RB, 30, Lake Wales, Fla., Lake Wales

Mike Minus, 2000, 2001, 2002, LB, 52, Miami, Fla., American

Aston Samuels, 2007, RB, 20, Belle Glade, Fla., Glades Central

Bryan Williams, 2002, 2003, WR, 86, Gainesville, Fla., P.K. Yonge

Aaron Milton, 1997, OG, 71, Bradenton, Fla., Southeast

Devin Sanderson, 2000, 2001, 2002, P, 98/13, Mullicia Hills, N.J. Clearview

Carlton Williams, 2005, 2006, 2007, DB 32, Valdosta, Ga., Valdosta

Carlton Mitchell, 2007, WR, 2, Lutz, Fla., Gaither

Mike Sandy, 1997, 1998, DB, 13, St. Petersburg, Fla., Osceola

Trae Williams, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, RB/DB, 34/21, Plant City, Fla., Durant

Kawika Mitchell, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, LB, 49/5, Winter Springs, Fla., Lake Howell

Derrick Sarosi, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, OT, 66, Titusville, Fla., Astronaut

Keith Williams, 1997, RB, 32, Ft. Myers, Fla., Bishop Verot

Jay Mize, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, DB, 31, Palm Harbor, Fla., East Lake

Eric Schaum, 2000, PK, 50, Englewood, Fla., Lemon Bay

LaFann Williams, 1998, 1999, RB/DB, 5, Pahokee, Fla., Pahokee

Ben Moffitt, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, LB, 59, Bushnell, Fla., South Sumter

Ryan Schmidt, 2006, 2007, OG/OC, 65, Boca Raton, Fla., Boca Raton

Rafael Williams, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, RB, 28, Perry, Fla., Taylor County

Brouce Mompremier, 2006, 2007, LB, 53, Miami, Fla., Edison

Larry Scott, 1997, 1998, 1999, OT, 70, Sebring, Fla., Sebring

Willie Williams, 2004, WR, 15, Lake Wales, Fla., Lake Wales

Sidney Moore, 2003, DB, 35, Tampa, Fla., Hillsborough

Antonio Searcy, 2004, DL/OL, 97, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Stranahan

Brian Wilson, 1997, 1998, 1999, LB, 42, Palm Harbor, Fla., Tarpon Springs

Joe Morgan, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, DB, 38, Miami, Fla., American

Nathan Seay, 2002, OL, 67, Bushnell, Fla., South Sumter

Scott Wolf, 2003, DE, 96, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., St. Thomas Aquinas

Micah Morgan, 2007, DB, 1, Tallahassee, Fla., Leon

Lee Roy Selmon, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2004, DL, Odessa, Fla., Sickles

Demetrius Woods, 1997, 1998, LB, 45, Miami, Fla., North Miami Beach

Emerson Morris, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, DE, 54, Miami, Fla., Northwestern

George Selvie, 2006, 2007, DE, 95, Pensacola, Fla., Pine Forest

David Mullins, 2002, 2003, 2004, QB/DB, 11, Jacksonville, Fla., Bolles

Eric Setser, 2006, 2007,LS, 67/73, Ridgewood, Ohio, North Union

-Z-Z-Z-

Jerome Murphy, 2006, 2007, DB, 3, Elizabeth, N.J., Elizabeth

Anthony Severino, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, QB, 12, Tampa, Fla., Jesuit

Carl Zalak, 2000, DL, 90, Weston, Fla.

Allynson Sheffield, 2002, 2003, 2004, WR, 6, Miami, Fla./Northwestern Jason Sherman, 2007, WR, 2/1, Jacksonville, Fla., First Coast Adam Shuler, 1998, DT, 91, Orlando, Fla., Evans Jon Simmons, 2002, 2003, 2004 2005, DE, 45, Clearwater, Fla., Clearwater Catholic

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In Memory << E n j o y l i f E t o d ay, y E s t E r d ay i s g o n E , t o m o r r o w m ay n E v E r c o m E . - Keeley Dorsey’s tattoo

KEELEY EELEY DORSEY 1987-2007 USF Football suffered a tragic loss on January 17, 2006 when former Bulls runrun ning back Keeley Dorsey passed away after a team conditioning workout. Dorsey, who attended Lincoln High in Tallahassee, played in eight games his freshfresh man season at USF, collecting 66 yards from 10 rushes. In his first game for the Green and Gold, Dorsey broke for a 52-yard touchdown run, the final play of USF’s 41-10 season-opening victory over McNeese State on Sept. 2, 2006. Keeley Dorsey was 19 years old.

JAVAN CAMON

PATRICK LAWRENCE PAYTON PATRICK P

1981-2007

1982 – 2001

Javan Camon, a defensive back for USF from 2001-2004, died after a head-to-head collision in a World Indoor Football League game in February of 2007.

In 2001, USF football helmets donned a No. 29 sticker in memory of Patrick Lawrence Payton, the redshirt freshman defensive back who died June 22, the day after a motorcycle accident in Miami.

Camon, who was 25, signed with the Daytona Thunderbirds in 2006, registering 20 tackles and one interception in his first season. A graduate of Charlotte High School in Port Charlotte, Fla., Camon was a four-year letterman at USF and started at free safety in 2004, when he was a team captain. He had a team-high 101 tackles in 2004, among his 174 career stops.

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He was 19 years old. Payton, a member of the 1998 Class 6A state championship team, signed with USF in 2000, and practiced with the Bulls in the fall and spring of 2000-01 but did not play in any games.

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All-Time Numerical Roster >> 1

Charlie Jackson .........................................1997-2000 Joe Morgan........................................................2001 C.J. Lewis...................................................2002-2004 Sidney Simpson ........................................2002-2004 Courtney Denson ...............................................2005 Moise Plancher ..................................................2006 Jason Sherman ..................................................2007 Edwin Greene ...........................................1997-2000 Hugh Smith ..............................................2001-2002 DeJuan Green ....................................................2003 Andre Hall.................................................2004-2005 Mike Jenkins......................................................2004 Jackie Chambers ................................................2006 Carlton Mitchell .................................................2007 Dylan Douglas....................................................2007 Ahmad Hayes.....................................................1997 Lakenji Cooper ...................................................1998 Ron Hemingway .......................................2000-2003 Pat Julmiste ..............................................2004-2006 Jerome Murphy........................................ 2006, 2007 Clif Dell .....................................................1997-1998 Jon Chivas..........................................................1999 DeAndrew Rubin.......................................2000-2002 Antonio Warren ........................................2003-2004 Carlton Hill.........................................................2005 Mike Jenkins.............................................2005-2007 Bryan Freese ......................................................1997 Kawika Mitchell ........................................2000-2002 Brian Fisher........................................................2003 A.J. Brant ..................................................2004-2005 Ricky Ponton.............................................2005-2006 Nate Allen................................................ 2006, 2007 Steve Riggs........................................................1997 Dyral McMillan...................................................1998 Mike Usry...........................................................1999 Maurice Jones...........................................2000-2003 Allynson Sheffield.....................................2002-2004 Johnnie Jones ....................................................2005 Amp Hill.............................................................2006 Edner Alcin.........................................................2007 Tyler Roberts......................................................2007 Brian Newsome .................................................1997 Bill Gramatica ...........................................1998-2000 Anthony Williams ..............................................2001 Santiago Gramatica ..................................2001-2004 Cedric King................................................2002-2003 Louis Gachette ..........................................2005-2007 Courtney Denson ...............................................2007 David Thompson.......................................1997-1998 Greg Walls.................................................1999-2002 Johnny Peyton ..........................................2004-2005 Matt Grothe ..................................................2006-07 Courtney Denson ...............................................2006 Aleous Chambers...............................................1999 Chris Iskra .................................................2001-2003 Joe Bain.............................................................2004 Cedric Hill..................................................2005-2007 Chad Barnhardt ........................................1997-1998 Marquel Blackwell ....................................1999-2002 J.B. Garris ...........................................................2004 Jamaal Jenkins...................................................2005 Keeley Dorsey (deceased) ..................................2006 Roy Manns................................................1997-2000 Sidney Simpson .................................................2001 David Mullins............................................2002-2004 Marcus Edwards........................................2005-2007

12 13

14 15

18 19

Anthony Henry .........................................1997-2000 Javan Camon (deceased) ..........................2001-2004 Anthony Severino .....................................2004-2007 Kevin White .......................................................1997 Mike Sandy........................................................1998 Mike Usry...........................................................2000 Devin Sanderson.......................................2001-2002 Billy Henderson .................................................2004 Mike Sandy........................................................1997 Ronnie Banks............................................2001-2004 David Cozzo........................................................2007 Reshod Durant...................................................1999 Huey Whittaker.........................................2001-2003 Willie Williams...................................................2004 Sam Miller .........................................................2005 Grant Gregory ...............................................2006-07 Lance Hoeltke ....................................................1997 Scott McCready.........................................1999-2000 Brian Fisher...............................................2001-2002 Jason Allen ...............................................2001-2005 Darren Bishop...........................................1997-1998 Glen Gauntt .......................................................1999 Kevin Verpaele ..........................................2000-2003 Pat Julmiste .......................................................2003 Danny Verpaele........................................ 2004, 2006 Glen Gauntt .......................................................1998 Kevin Patullo.............................................2000-2002 Amarri Jackson .........................................2005-2007 Ryan Reardon ....................................................1997 Leon Matthews.........................................1998-2000 Bruce Gipson.............................................2001-2004 Sam Phillips.......................................................2002 Antwon Hanks ..............................................2006-07 Alvin Salter ...............................................1998-2001 Kenny Robinson........................................2000-2002 Quinton Callum..................................................2003 Chad Simpson...........................................2004-2005 Aston Samuels...................................................2007 Otis Dixon .................................................1997-2000 Maurice Tucker..........................................2001-2002 Kenny Robinson.................................................2003 Trae Williams ............................................2004-2007 Jermaine Clemons ....................................1997-1999 Elgin Hicks ................................................2001-2003 Andre Copeland .................................................2004 Ryan Gilliam .................................................2006-07 Bernard Brown .........................................1997-2001 DeJuan Green ....................................................2002 Travis Lipp.................................................2003-2004 Jamaal Jenkins..............................................2006-07 Glenn Davis...............................................1997-2000 Antonio Warren ........................................2001-2002 Delbert Alvarado................................................2006 Shawn Cannon...................................................2007 Brian Surcy ...............................................1997-1998 Vince Brewer.............................................2000-2003 Walt Smith................................................2005-2006 Delbert Alvarado................................................2007 Derrick Rackard.........................................1997-2001 Billy Henderson ........................................2002-2003 Tyller Roberts............................................2005-2006 Mike Ford...........................................................2007

28 29

31 32

34 35

36 37 38

Cedric Tate.................................................1997-1998 Dyral McMillan...................................................1999 J.R. Reed ............................................................2000 Solomon Burgess......................................2001-2002 Johnnie Jones ...........................................2003-2004 Justin Teachey...........................................2005-2007 Tyrone McKenzie................................................2007 Rafael Williams.........................................1997-2000 Clenton Crossley........................................2001-2004 Mike Benzer..............................................2005-2006 James Kirkland ..................................................1997 Patrick Payton (deceased).................. 2000 (redshirt) Sam Miller .........................................................2004 Colby Erskin .......................................................2006 Huntley Nicholson .............................................1997 Dudley Hill .........................................................1998 Courtney Davenport...........................................2000 Eric Conway ..............................................2002-2003 Willie Phelps......................................................2004 Benjamin Williams....................................2005-2007 Jay Mize....................................................1997-2000 Courtney Davenport..................................2001-2003 Keith Williams....................................................1997 Solomon Burgess......................................1999-2000 J.R. Reed ...................................................2001-2003 Carlton Williams........................................2005-2007 Terrence Smiley.........................................1997-1998 Hugh Smith ..............................................1999-2000 Jeremy Burnett.........................................2004-2006 Jamar Taylor.......................................................2007 Jason Fox ...........................................................1997 Quinton Callum.........................................2001-2002 Tony Umholtz............................................1997-1999 Jake Hickson ......................................................2000 Johnnie Jones ...........................................2001-2002 Sidney Moore.....................................................2003 Kyle Bronson......................................................2005 Chris Hill ............................................................1997 John Miller................................................2000-2002 Ilia Petrov...........................................................2006 Ryan Hearn ...............................................2000-2002 Chris Ellick.................................................2005-2006 Joe Morgan...............................................1998-2000 Albert Dowdell...................................................2002 Craig Lloyd.........................................................2003 Mike Padilla .......................................................2007 Anthony Williams .....................................1997-2000 David Bossone ...................................................2002 Siaosi Uhatafe...........................................2004-2005 Richard Kelly......................................................2007 Julian Johnson..........................................1999-2000 Craig Kobel ...............................................2001-2004 Josh Miller .........................................................2002 Houston Hess................................................2006-07 George Higgins ..................................................1999 Brandon Schiralli ...............................................2000 Shurron Pierson ........................................2001-2002 Drametrice Smith......................................2003-2004 Jason Fox ...........................................................2007 Brian Wilson .............................................1997-1999 Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Juan Brown ...........................................2002-2005 Marvin Peoples.............................................2006-07

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All-Time Numerical Roster << 43 44 45 46

47 48 49

50 51 52

53 54 55

56 57

58 59 60 61

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Terry Lucas.........................................................2000 Vassay Marc ..............................................1997-2000 Mark Feldman...........................................2002-2004 Devin Gordon.....................................................2006 Demetrius Woods......................................1997-1998 Jon Simmons ............................................2002-2005 Marshall Smith .........................................1997-2000 Kenny Huebner..................................................2002 Tavarious Robinson...................................2003-2005 Joseph Sabbath .................................................2007 Matt Dunkle.......................................................1999 Brandon Baker..........................................2002-2005 Brandon Peguese...............................................2007 Clay Rebol.................................................2000-2001 Mike Ruegger ...........................................2002-2005 Joshua Smiley...............................................2006-07 Ron Johnson ......................................................1998 Kawika Mitchell .................................................1999 Justin Geisler ............................................2001-2004 Chris Robinson..............................................2006-07 Jason Butler..............................................1997-1999 Tommy Huner....................................................2003 Eric Thomas...............................................2004-2005 Joey Camero .............................................1997-1999 Devon Davis.......................................................2002 Stephen Nicholas......................................2003-2006 Jason Malouf ............................................1997-1998 Mike Minus...............................................2000-2002 Daniel Burney ....................................................2002 Devon Davis..............................................2003-2004 Treco Bellamy ...........................................2005-2006 Lucas Darr..........................................................2007 Ryan Benjamin .........................................1997-2000 Julian Johnson..........................................2002-2003 Brouce Mompremier.................................2005-2007 Emerson Morris.........................................1999-2002 Patrick St. Louis.........................................2003-2006 Steve Hatley..............................................1997-2000 Cedric Battles............................................2001-2004 Thed Watson.............................................2005-2006 Donte Spires ......................................................2007 Tchecoy Blount .........................................1998-2001 Terrence Royal...........................................2002-2005 Sam Miller ....................................................2006-07 Carl Charles........................................................1997 Chris Daley................................................1999-2002 Josh Balloon .............................................2003-2005 Alonzo McQueen................................................2007 Ian Blackwell .....................................................2000 Ronnie McCullough...................................2004-2005 Darryl Dudding .............................................2006-07 Vinny Capogna..........................................2002-2003 Ben Moffitt ...............................................2004-2007 Craig Laufer .......................................................1997 Russell Everitt ....................................................1998 Matt Sparrowhawk...................................2000-2001 John Miller................................................2002-2005 Zach Hermann ...................................................2007 Billy Attix...........................................................1998 Sean Cassese.............................................1999-2000 Jason Fox ...........................................................2006 Sampson Genus.................................................2007 Therrimann Edwards.................................1997-2000 Cesar Paz............................................................2002 Nick Capogna.....................................................2004

64 65

67 69 70 71

72 73 74 75

77 78

79 80 81

Jason Butler..............................................2000-2001 Jason Lehman...........................................2002-2003 Jacob Sims.........................................................2007 Isaac Bristol ..............................................1997-1998 Mike Snellgrove ........................................2000-2001 Shelly Houston..........................................2002-2003 Ryan Schimdt................................................2006-07 Chuck Henderson...............................................1999 Derrick Sarosi............................................2001-2004 Ryan Bourdeau .........................................2005-2006 Anthony McKenzie....................................1999-2000 Nathan Seay ......................................................2002 Eric Setser..........................................................2006 Joey Sipp ..................................................1997-2000 Frank Davis ...............................................2002-2005 Brian McNulty....................................................1997 Chris McBee..............................................2002-2003 Nick Capogna............................................2005-2006 Eric Setser..........................................................2007 Nick Capogna.....................................................2007 Larry Scott ................................................1997-1999 David Bailey.......................................................2003 Jared Carnes..............................................2005-2007 Aaron Milton......................................................1997 Cedric Bell..........................................................1998 Alex Herron...............................................2001-2004 Matt Huners..............................................2005-2007 Ken Dawson..............................................1999-2001 Jerome Springfield....................................2004-2005 Joe Herzhauser ..................................................2007 Joe Condron.......................................................1999 Justin Daniel.............................................2001-2004 Danny Tolley ......................................................2006 Kenyatta Jones..........................................1997-2000 Chris Carothers..........................................2002-2005 Cedric Bell..........................................................1997 Jimmy Fitts ...............................................1998-2001 Greg McKay........................................................2002 Walter Walker ...........................................2004-2007 Anthony McKenzie.............................................1998 Billy Attix...........................................................1999 Mark Sopcik..............................................2001-2002 Kenny Huebner..................................................2003 Richard Clebert .........................................2004-2007 Brent Whitfield .........................................1997-1999 Mike Lube.................................................2003-2004 Jake Griffin................................................2005-2007 Ivan Alicot.................................................1997-1998 Devon Small..............................................2001-2002 Ryan Bourdeau ..................................................2004 Marc Dile...................................................2005-2007 Kevin Christian..........................................1997-2000 Levi Newton..............................................2001-2004 Cory Porter................................................1997-2000 Jason Bingham ..................................................2001 Ean Randolph ....................................................2006 Marcus Rivers.....................................................1997 DeAndrew Rubin................................................1999 Travis Lipp.................................................2001-2002 S.J. Green ..................................................2003-2006 Dontavia Bogan.................................................2007 Rj Anderson ..............................................1998-1999 Tim Jones...........................................................2001 Mark Sopcik.......................................................2003 Anwar McNeil ....................................................2004 Ben Busbee...................................................2006-07

84 85 86 87

89 90

94 95 96

Trevor Hypolite..........................................1997-1998 Chris Iskra ..........................................................2000 Marcus Edwards.................................................2002 Jackie Chambers .......................................2004-2005 Wes Marshall ............................................1997-1998 Richard Guerrero.......................................1999-2000 Will Bleakley.............................................2004-2006 Mark Feldman....................................................2000 Derek Carter..............................................2001-2005 Andrew Ketchel .................................................2007 Dan Rodimer.............................................1999-2000 Bryan Williams..........................................2002-2003 Shane McElwain ................................................2007 Scott McCready..................................................1997 Matt Holt ...........................................................1999 Tommy Hunter..........................................2000-2001 Colby Hearn ..............................................2003-2004 Jessie Hester ............................................ 2005, 2007 Shawn Hay................................................1997-2000 Joe Bain....................................................2002-2003 Darren Haliburton..............................................2005 Quincy Okolie.....................................................2007 Brian Erb............................................................1997 Casey Cobb................................................2000-2003 Taurus Johnson.........................................2005-2007 Ryan Frisco................................................1997-1998 Carl Zalak...........................................................2000 Ramon McCollough...................................2003-2004 Jarriett Buie ..................................................2006-07 Rico Martinez.....................................................1997 Adam Shuler......................................................1998 Josh Julmiste ............................................2005-2006 Julian Riley ........................................................2007 Anthony McKenzie.............................................1997 Rafael Perez.......................................................1998 Mike Snellgrove .................................................1999 Howard Campbell .....................................2001-2002 Derek Busciglio .........................................1997-1998 Lee Roy Selmon, Jr.....................................1999-2004 Siaosi Uhatafe....................................................2006 Matt Aycox.........................................................2007 Tavares Jurineack......................................2000-2002 Allen Cray .................................................2004-2007 Casey Loesch......................................................1999 Matt Groelinger ........................................2001-2004 George Selvie................................................2006-07 Djems Don ............................................... 1998, 2000 Philip Ibisi.................................................2001-2002 Scott Wolf ..........................................................2003 Woody George ..........................................2005-2007 Ron Johnson .............................................1999-2000 Antonio Searcy ..................................................2004 Shane McElwain ................................................2006 Terrell McClain ...................................................2007 Brett Avery................................................1997-1998 Devin Sanderson................................................2000 Curtis Chance.....................................................2004 Aaron Harris..................................................2006-07 John Brown........................................................2000 Tim Jones........................................ 2002-2003, 2005 Julian Riley ........................................................2006

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Bowl History >> 2005: n.c. statE 14, Usf 0 SCORING BY QUARTERS USF N.C. State

1 0 0

Attendance: 57,937

2 0 14

3 0 0

4 0 0

F 0 14

Time: 3:13

Second Quarter NCSU - Clark 9-yard pass from Stone (Deraney kick). Time left: 8:13. Drive: 9 plays, 67 yards, 3:35. (N.C. State 7, USF 0). NCSU - Brown 1-yard run (Deraney kick). Time left: 0:17. Drive: 12 plays, 75 yards, 4:39. (N.C. State, 14, USF 0).

N.C. State 14 47-173 127 9-19-0 300 7-39.9 3-16 0-0 1-0 6-35 2-1 6-45 5-6 0-1 31:01

USF 15 44-136 159 10-30-1 295 7-33.1 5-26 1-14 0-0 4-20 2-2 3-17 6-18 1-3 28:59

2005 MEINEKE CAR CARE BOWL Bank of america Stadium • charlotte, n.c. decemBer 31, 2005 • 11 a.m. USF 6-6, NORTH CAROLINA STATE 7-5 Using stout defense and just enough offense to get the job done, North Carolina State capped its late-season rally with a 14-0 win over USF in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. Brian Clark caught a9-yard touchdown pass and Andre Brown scored on a 1-yard run to lead the Wolfpack, who rallied from a 2-4 start to the season to close the year with three consecutive wins. It was a tough end for USF, which was playing in its first bowl in school history. The Bulls launched their program nine years ago, moved up to Division I-A in 2001 and capped their first season in the BIG EAST with a bowl bid. But their 100th game ended in the first shutout in school history as the Bulls managed 295 yards total offense and failed to get Andre Hall -- the BIG EAST’s leading rusher -- into the end zone. Hall accounted for most of the offense, finishing with 118 yards rushing and two catches for 49 yards. Toney Baker set up the first score with runs of 22 and 14 yards, allowing Marcus Stone to find Clark in the end zone. The Wolfpack actually ran the same play twice, with Clark making the first catch out of bounds before grabbing it the second time for the score. Baker used several short runs to set up the second score, then gave way to Brown for the touchdown. Baker finished with 93 yards rushing on 22 carries, while Brown had 51 yards on 12 carries. USF spent the entire game just trying to get into the end zone, and had a great chance when Hall broke free for a 41-yard gain to put the Bulls in decent scoring range at the N.C. State 17. But a run by Ricky Ponton, followed by two incompletions ended the threat when Garland Heath intercepted Pat Julmiste in the end zone. USF got a break, however, when the Wolfpack fumbled it back to the Bulls on the next possession - only to see Hill give it away again on the very next play. In the end, only two things worked for the Bulls: Putting the ball in Hall’s hands, and a fake punt late in the fourth quarter that went for a 31-yard gain when holder Brandon Baker connected with S.J. Green. But that never led to a score as USF treated to lots of penalty flags.

N.C. STATE Rushing Toney Baker Andre Brown Darrell Blackman Marcus Stone Team

Att 23 12 2 9 1

Yds 93 51 25 5 -1

Cmp 9

Yds 127

Receiving Brian Clark Lamart Barrett Darrell Blackman T.J. Williams Andre Brown

No 3 2 2 1 1

Yds 66 19 7 36 -1

TD 1 0 0 0 0

Lg 41 13 4 36 0

Punting John Deraney

No 7

Yds 279

Avg 39.9

Lg 51

Punt Returns Andre Brown Tramain Hall Manny Lawson Marcus Hudson

No 1 2 0 1

Yds 10 7 -1 0

Lg 10 9 0 0

Kickoff Returns None

Yds

Passing Marcus Stone

Att 19

TD 0 1 0 0 0 TD 1

Lg 22 27 23 7 0 Int 0

Lg 41

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 10 - Stephen Tulloch. Assisted Tackles: 5 - Stephen Tulloch. Total Tackles: 15 - Stephen Tulloch. Sacks: 3 - Stephen Tulloch. Interceptions: 1 - Garland Heath

USF

Rushing Andre Hall Ricky Ponton Amarri Jackson Team Pat Julmiste Carlton Hill Passing Pat Julmiste Carlton Hill Brandon Bakers

Att 19 8 1 1 13 2 Att 25 2 1

Cmp 8 1 1

Yds 118 41 -1 -1 -6 -15 Yds 91 37 31

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 0 0 0

Lg 41 11 0 0 8 0 Int 1 0 0

Lg 21 37 31

Receiving Andre Hall S.J. Green Jackie Chambers Jeremy Burnett Courtney Denson Mike Ruegger Marcus Edwards

No 2 2 2 1 1 1 1

Yds 49 38 24 21 11 11 5

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 37 31 18 21 11 11 5

Punting Brandon Baker Team

No 6 1

Yds 232 0

Avg 38.7 0.0

Lg 45 0

Punt Returns Jackie Chambers Amarri Jackson

No 4 1

Yds 26 0

Lg 12 0

Kickoff Returns Chad Simpson

No 1

Yds 14

Lg 14

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 11 - Patrick St. Louis. Assisted Tackles: 4 - Johnnie Jones. Total Tackles: 13 - Patrick St. Louis. Sacks: 3 - Terrence Royal. Interceptions: None.

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Bowl History << 2006: Usf 24, EcU 7 LEGION FIELD, IELD, BIRMINGHAM, ALA. IELD decemBer 23, 2006 • 1 p.m. USF 9-4, EAST CAROLINA 7-6 SCORING BY QUARTERS USF ECU

1 14 7

2 10 0

3 0 0

4 0 0

F 24 0

Attendance: 32,023 Time: 3:42 First Quarter USF - Williams 1-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 13:53. Drive: 1 play, 16 yards, 0:20. (USF 7, East Carolina 0). USF - Williams one-yard run (Alvarado kick). Time left: 8:43. Drive: 9 plays, 56 yards, 3:51. (USF 14, East Carolina 0). ECU - Good 48-yard pass from Pinkney (Hartman kick). Time left: 5:04. Drive: 9 plays, 79 yards, 3:31. (USF 14, East Carolina 7). Second Quarter USF - Jackson 37-yard pass from Grothe (Alvarado kick). Time left: 12:51. Drive: 7 plays, 48 yards, 2:50. (USF 21, East Carolina 7). USF - Alvarado 38-yard field goal. Time left: 6:31. Drive: 8 plays, 25 yards, 3:31. (USF 24, East Carolina 7). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

ECU 22 32-54 263 18-44-0 317 6-42.0 3-43 5-70 0-0 3-25 3-2 1-8 6-17 2-3 29:02

USF 12 43-156 130 12-18-0 286 6-36.8 3-47 2-19 0-0 6-60 1-1 6-51 3-15 5-5 30:48

In only its 10th year of existence, the USF football team won its first-ever bowl game in only its second try, defeating East Carolina, 24-7, at the PapaJohns.com Bowl at Legion Field. USF’s nine wins tied the school record set in 2002. The Bulls’ offense clicked from the start, scoring all 24 points in the first half. USF recorded 286 total yards – 156 rushing and 130 passing. The Bulls scored all three times they were in the red zone and converted all five fourth downs. Benjamin Williams was named the Most Valuable Player, leading the team with 67 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Matt Grothe, who threw for 81 yards and a touchdown, was injured on a quarterback keeper at the 8:08 mark in the second quarter. He played the rest of the half in all but two downs, but did not start the second half. Pat Julmiste came into the game and played the rest of the way, passing for 49 yards while rushing for 53. USF’s defense was stingy from the start and it continued throughout the entire game. The Bulls only allowed 54 total rushing yards and held the Pirates to -6 yards in the first half. Putting pressure on the quarterback the entire game, USF tallied six sacks for a loss of 51 yards and 10 of the Bulls tackles were for losses. On the second play of the opening drive, a botched handoff by ECU’s quarterback James Pinkney resulted in a Ben Moffitt fumble recovery for USF on the ECU 16 yard-line. USF capitalized on the turnover on its first play, as Grothe handed the ball off to Williams, who ran for 16 yards for the touchdown at the 13:53 mark. After the USF defense forced an East Carolina punt on the ensuing possession, the Bulls added another seven points for a 14-0 lead on a nine-play, 56-yard drive. After USF drove down the field and was stopped at the one-yard line on third down, Williams scored his second touchdown of the day on fourth down. In the opening minutes of the second quarter, the Bulls regained a 14-point lead as Grothe threw for his first touchdown of the day – a 37-yard pass to Amarri Jackson – to put the score at 21-7. USF converted its second 4th-and-1 play of the day to keep the drive alive. USF added three more points to its lead as Delbert Alvarado made a 38-yard field goal. On a 4th-and-2, Grothe connected with Cedric Hill on a 19-yard pass for the first down, setting up the field goal.

ECU

Rushing Dominique Lindsay Bobby Good Aundre Allison 1 James Pinkney Rob Kass Brandon Fractious

Att 12 1 -5 9 3 6

Yds 85 11 0 -9 -13 -15

Cmp 8 10

Yds 125 138

Receiving Bobby Good Kevin Roach Jamar Bryant Aundre Allison Brandon Fractious Steven Rogers Chris Johnson Kevin Shankweiler

No 5 3 3 3 1 1 1 1

Yds 116 45 26 24 26 17 8 1

TD 1 0 0 0 02 0 0 0

Lg 48 21 16 15 6 17 8 1

Punting Ryan Dougherty

No 6

Yds 252

Avg 42.0

Lg 60

Punt Returns Travis Williams

No 3

Yds 43

Lg 20

Kickoff Returns Chris Johnson Jerek Hewitt

No 4 1

Yds 58 12

Lg 24 12

Passing James Pinkney Rob Kass

Att 25 19

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 29 11 12 7 1 Int 0 0

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 8-Fred Wilson, Assisted Tackles: 4-Van Eskridge, Jamar Flournoy,Total Tackles: 8-Fred Wilson, Van Eskridge, Sacks: 1-C.J. Wilson, Interceptions: None

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Lg 48 2

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Rushing Benjamin Williams Pat Julmiste Matt Grothe Ricky Ponton Amarri Jackson Taurus Johnson Passing Matt Grothe Pat Julmiste

Att 17 12 7 4 2 01 Att 10 8

Cmp 6 6

Yds 67 53 15 12 11 -2 Yds 81 49

TD 2 0 0 0 0 0 TD 1 0

Lg 20 21 9 6 8 0 Int 0 0

Lg 37 21

Receiving Ean Randolph Cedric Hil Taurus Johnson Amarri Jackson S.J. Green Will Bleakley Amp Hill Benjamin Williams Ricky Ponton

No 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

Yds 27 22 5 37 15 13 6 3 2

TD 02 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 1 19 7 37 15 13 6 3 2

Punting Justin Teachey

No 6

Yds 221

Avg 36.8

Lg 49

Punt Returns Ean Randolph

No 3

Yds 47

Lg 28

Kickoff Returns Colby Erskin Chris Ellick

No 1 1

Yds 12 7

Lg 12 7

Defensive Leaders Unassisted Tackles: 7-George Selvie, Assisted Tackles: 6-Stephen Nicholas, Total Tackles: 8-George Selvie, Sacks: 2-Stephen Nicholas, Interceptions: None.

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Bowl History << 2007 Brut Sun Bowl: OregOn 56, nO. 23/25 USF 21 Sun Bowl Stadium • El PaSo, tExaS January 31, 2007 • 12:15 Pm • CBS uSF 9-4 • orEgon 9-4 SCoring By quartErS no. 23/25 uSF Oregon

1 0 8

attendance: 49,867

2 14 10

3 0 28

4 7 10

F 21 56

time: 3:41

First quarter UO - Strong 7-yard catch (Evensen rush). Time left: 6:28. Drive: 10 plays, 55 yards, 3:00. (UO 8, USF 0) Second quarter USF - Alvarado 29-yard field goal. Time left: 14:49. Drive: 16 plays, 52 yards, 6:39. (UO 8, USF 3) UO - Evensen 39-yard field goal. Time left: 12:08. Drive: 9 plays, 61 yards, 2:41. (UO 11, USF 3) USF - Johnson 21-yard catch (C. Hill pass from Grothe). Time left: 7:04. Drive: 11 plays, 80 yards, 5:04. (USF 11, UO 11) UO - Steward, J. 71-yard run (Evensen kick). Time left: 3:17. Drive: 3 plays, 77 yards, 0:44. (UO 18, USF 11). USF - Alvarado 35-yard field goal. Time left: 0:00. Drive: 9 plays, 62 yards, 3:17. (UO 18, USF 14). third quarter UO - Williams, J. 14-yard catch (Evensen kick) Time left: 10:17. Drive: 9 plays, 82 yards, 2:45. (UO 25, USF 14) UO - Dickson 15-yard catch (Evensen kick) Time left: 7:35. Drive: 7 plays, 51 yards, 1:53. (UO 32, USF 14) UO - Thurmond, W. 25-yard interception return (Evensen kick). Time left: 7:25. (UO 39, USF 14). UO - Stewart J. 8-yard catch (Evensen kick). Time left: 4:05. Drive: 6 plays, 51 yards, 1:40. (UO 46, USF 14). Fourth quarter UO - Evensen 30-yard field goal. Time left: 12:14. Drive: 6 plays, 33 yards, 1:32. (UO 49, USF 14). USF - Love 11-yard catch (Alvarado kick). Time left: 6:34. Drive: 13 plays, 80 yards, 5:40. (UO 49, USF 21) UO - DiVencenzo, M. 15-yard interception return (Padilla kick).Time left: 3:23. (UO 56, USF 21). Team Statistics First Downs Rushes-Yards Passing Yards Comp-Att-Int Total Yards Punts-Avg. Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interception Returns Penalties-Yards Fumbles-Lost Sacks By Third Down Conversions Fourth Down Conversions Time of Possession

USF 25 34-88 236 24-47-4 324 6-44.2 2-24 2-53 0-0-0 8-64 2-1 1-6 4-14 1-1 34:23

Oregon 25 43-353 180 17-30-0 533 4-47.5 1-26 3-89 4-49-2 13-138 3-1 3-21 8-14 0-0 25:17

(aP) -- Jonathan Stewart set a Sun Bowl record with a career-high 253 yards rushing and Justin Roper threw four touchdown passes in his first start as Oregon beat South Florida 56-21. The Ducks (9-4) scored 28 straight points in the third quarter to snap a four-game postseason losing streak, their first bowl win since beating Colorado 38-16 in the Fiesta Bowl after the 2001 season. Oregon made it look easy against the Bulls (9-4), who boasted one of the nation’s better defenses. Credit the steady play by Roper, a redshirt freshman, and Stewart, as smooth a runner as you’ll find. The Ducks won for the first time since losing quarterback Dennis Dixon to a knee injury in November, snapping a three-game losing streak the killed their national title hopes. How easy was it for the Ducks? They won a matchup of teams that’d been ranked No. 2 in the nation earlier this season handily, despite setting a Sun Bowl record with 138 penalty yards. Roper started the scoring avalanche with a 14-yard TD strike to Jaison Williams and added a 15-yard scoring pass to Ed Dickson. On the next play from scrimmage, Walter Thurmond stepped in front of a pass by South Florida’s Matt Grothe and returned it 25 yards for another TD, giving the Ducks a 39-14 lead midway through the third. But these hard-hitting Quackers weren’t finished. Grothe had another interception on the ensuing possession, the first of two for Oregon’s Jairus Byrd, setting up Roper’s 8-yard TD pass to Stewart. On that drive, Stewart got free on a 16-yard gain, breaking the previous Sun Bowl record of 197 yards rushing set in 1977 by LSU’s Charles Alexander in a 24-14 loss to Stanford. Just like that, Oregon’s 18-14 halftime lead had swelled to 46-14. For good measure, Matt Evensen added a 30-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter and defensive end Michael DiVincenzo returned an interception for a touchdown with 3:23 remaining. Roper opened the season fifth on the depth chart and ran the scout team until a series of quarterback injuries - none more devastating than the loss of Dixon, a Heisman Trophy hopeful - reshaped the Oregon roster. Coach Mike Bellotti gave Roper the start over Cody Kempt, another redshirt freshman. Roper responded by tying a Sun Bowl record with four TD passes and finished 17-of-30 for 180 yards passing with no interceptions. Stewart was just as impressive. He broke a 71-yard TD run late in the second quarter, greeted by an enormous hole off left tackle as he raced untouched to the end zone to give the Ducks an 18-11 lead. Stewart kept the momentum going after the break. His 41-yard run on Oregon’s first drive of the second half set up Roper’s second TD pass for a 25-14 lead, and he logged the ninth-best rushing effort in a bowl game. There was no sign of the turf toe injury that slowed Stewart earlier this season, when Oregon dropped from the national title chase. South Florida, which reached No. 2 in the country in just its 11th season playing football, missed a chance to win 10 games for the first time. Grothe left late in the third after being tackled while scrambling. The 49,867 fans were treated to lots of penalty flags. The teams combined to break the Sun Bowl record for total penalty yardage - 202 penalty yards - and it wasn’t even halftime when the old mark fell.

USF

rushing Grant Gregory Matt Grothe Mike Ford Jamar Taylor Taurus Johnson Ben Williams Aston Samuels Team

att 4 14 6 1 1 4 3 1

y yds 42 40 8 7 2 2 0 -13

Cmp 18 6 0

y yds 219 39 0

Receiving Taurus Johnson Jessie Hester Marcus Edwards Cedric Hill A.J. Love Benjamin Williams Dontavia Bogan Quincy Okolie Amarri Jackson Courtney Denson Aston Samuels

No 4 4 3 3 3 2 1 1 1 1 1

Yds 51 41 30 28 23 -1 27 19 9 6 3

TD 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lg 21 16 14 18 11 3 27 19 9 6 3

Punting Delbert Alvarado

no 6

y yds 265

avg 44.2

lg 52

Punt returns Marcus Edwdards

no 2

y yds 24

lg 14

Kickoff returns Taurus Johnson

no 2

y yds 53

lg 29

Passing Matt Grothe Grant Gregory Anthony Severino

att 35 11 1

td 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 td 1 1 0

lg 22 22 5 7 2 2 4 -int 2 2 0

lg 27 11 0

orEgon

rushing Johnathan Stewart Andre Crenshaw Cody Kempt Jeffrey Maehl Justin Roper Andiel Brown Remene Alson Ed Dickson Passing Justin Roper

att 23 8 2 1 3 2 2 1 att 30

Cmp 17

y yds 253 52 23 20 10 2 1 0 y yds 180

td 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 td 4

Int 0

Lg 29

Receiving Jaison Williams Garren Strong Jeffrey Maehl Jonathan Steward Ed Dickson Derrick Jones Aaron Pflugrad Andre Crenshaw

No 4 3 3 2 21 1 1 1

Yds 40 36 2 29 6 29 23 5

TD 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0

Lg 14 17 3 21 15 29 23 5

Punting Josh Syria

no 4

y yds 190

avg 47.5

lg 54

Punt returns Jairus Byrd

no 1

y yds 26

lg 26

Kickoff returns Derrick Jones Patrick Chung

no 2 1

y yds 62 27

lg 41 27

Defensive Leaders unassisted tackles: t 7-Jairus Byrd, assisted tackles: t 2 - Jerome Byrd, Total t tackles: 8-Ja. Byrd, Je. Byrd, Sacks: 1- Three playes, interceptions: 2-Ja. Byrd.

Defensive Leaders unassisted tackles: t 9-McKenzie, assisted tackles: t 1-Six players, total t tackles: t 10-McKenzie, Sacks: 1-Clebert, interceptions: None

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President Judy Genshaft >> Appointed president of the University of South Florida in July 2000, Judy Genshaft has begun her ninth year as the top executive of the nation’s ninth largest public university. During President Genshaft’s tenure, USF has risen rapidly into the ranks of America’s top research universities. USF is one of only 63 public research universities in the country named by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching to its highest tier of research productivity. It is the only Florida university designated by the Carnegie Foundation as “most engaged” — and one of only ten public research universities nationwide that hold the dual designation of “very high research” and “community engaged.” USF has been experiencing record-breaking years for research funding — more than $300 million in research contracts and grants in 2007. The National Science Foundation survey of federally financed research and development expenditures at universities and colleges ranks USF the second highest in Florida. Under Genshaft’s leadership, USF has been making remarkable breakthroughs in medicine, biotechnology, engineering, the environment and other fields with positive impact on lives around the world. She led a successful effort to secure funding for USF’s first Florida Center of Excellence. The university received top ranking of all proposals and was awarded $8 million to create a center for biomolecular identification and targeted therapeutics. In addition, Genshaft established a bioscience research park, which serves as a hub for the integration of research and entrepreneurship for the Tampa Bay region. One of Genshaft’s top priorities has been integrating USF’s research and educational missions. Initiatives such as the Undergraduate Research Experience and Undergraduate Research Symposium provide powerful learning experiences. On a national level, Genshaft serves as vice chair of the American Council on Education and on the Big East Executive Board. She is chair of the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and previously was chair of the Tampa Bay Partnership. She is a member of the Florida High-Tech Corridor Council and the Florida Council of 100. In 2007, Genshaft was named Tampa Bay Business Journal Business Woman of the Year. Prior to joining USF, Genshaft served as provost and vice president for academic affairs at the University at Albany, State University of New York and in various positions during a 16-year tenure at The Ohio State University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and psychology from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and a master’s degree in school counseling and a doctorate in counseling psychology from Kent State University.

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Board of Trustees <<

Rhea Law - Chair

John B. Ramil

lee E. arnold, Jr.

laurence Branch

margarita r. Cancio, m.d.

gene Engle

gregory morgan

Sonja w. garcia

Kiran C. Patel, m.d.

debbie nye Sembler

Jan E. Smith

Robert L. Soran

Sherrill Tomasino

Dr. BoB SullinS Faculty representative Bob Sullins, who is in the midst of his first full year as the Athletic Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Faculty Representative, received his B.S. in Mathematics at Stetson University and his M.Ed. and Ed.D. in Educational Administration from the University of Florida. Currently he serves as Dean of Undergraduate Studies at the University of South Florida. His role with athletics is to be key a communicator, sounding board and consultant on issues relating to the department and its support of the overall mission of the University. He has held tenured faculty appointments in Community College and Higher Education at Virginia Tech and USF and also has filled a number of administrative roles. While in Virginia, he served as Dean of Instruction at Wytheville Community College, as President of New River Community College and as Director of the Division of Administrative and Educational Services at Virginia Tech. He also served as Vice President for Educational and Student Services at St. Petersburg Junior College before his appointment at USF. The longtime Florida resident has taught graduate courses on the Community College, College Teaching, Finance and Budgeting of Colleges and Universities, Community College Administration and Leadership and College Governance. He also serves on a number of doctoral studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dissertation committees. He has authored or co-authored a number of monographs, articles in professional journals and research reports on topics such as college and university organization, administration, finance, governance and curriculum; state level governance and coordination; high school, community college and university articulation; advising and retention; faculty and staff development; planning and institutional effectiveness. He also has presented papers, speeches and workshops and has consulted with more than 100 colleges and universities on issues similar to his list of publications. His research interests are varied but generally relate to issues of college and university administration and leadership. Sullins has served in numerous state, regional and national leadership roles with agencies and associations such as the American Association of Community Colleges, the Joint Council on Economic Education, the National Council on Community Services and Continuing Education, the commission on Small Rural Colleges, Kellogg Foundation Advisory Council, and the Florida Council on Instructional Affairs. He currently serves on a number of university committees and councils and is a member of the Articulation Coordinating Committee, the ACC Standing Committee on Postsecondary Articulation Policy, and the Oversight Committee for Common Prerequisites for the Florida Department of Education.

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Doug Woolard director of athletics

When University of South Florida Director of Athletics Doug Woolard was named to his current position at the Tampa school in May 2004, he brought with him an already impressive administrative resume in intercollegiate athletics that was highly respected nationwide. So it is no surprise to anyone across the country that Woolard has continued to build upon that resume and has positioned USF as one of the premier athletics departments in the prestigious BIG EAST Conference. In four years at USF, Woolard has inspired and led a number of initiatives that have allowed the Bulls’ program to make a successful transition into BIG EAST. Although USF had already accepted a bid to join the BIG EAST when Woolard assumed command, his tireless work to set a strong foundation at the outset has not gone unnoticed. The BIG EAST places the Bulls in an elite neighborhood of programs, but Woolard set a goal upon his hiring to make USF one of the best programs in the conference. To do that, he has stressed the importance of a strong partnership between staff, student-athletes and community. Woolard has led a successful effort to earmark a new “athletics footprint” on campus that will allow the program to initiate efforts to build new facilities in a core area on campus. As the fundraising hits its peak, USF will improve facilities for baseball, basketball, softball, soccer, tennis and track and field. That fact couldn’t be more evident than over the past two years. During that span, Woolard was a major factor in helping to secure nearly $3 million in funds from Hillsborough County which will renovate USF’s soccer and track and field facility and stadium. The renovations, which are tentatively scheduled to end in September 2008, include the construction of a new eight-lane, 400-meter track that is built to IAAF specifications and utilizes a new Mondotrack surface, the same surface that will be used in Beijing for the 2008 Summer Olympics. USF is just the fourth school nationwide to install the surface and the first in the State of Florida. The track will also have new and improved high jump, discus, hammer and shot put areas along with runways and pits for the long and triple jump, javelin and pole vault. A new state-of-the-art scoreboard will also be installed.

In 2004 - his first year at USF and the Bulls’ final season in Conference USA – Woolard helped build momentum heading into the program’s initiation into the BIG EAST. The women’s track, golf and softball teams earned NCAA bids and the women’s basketball team had its finest season ever and played in a second-straight postseason tournament. Men’s basketball built strong momentum at the end of the year with upset wins over Charlotte, Houston and Cincinnati en route to the semifinals of the Conference USA Tournament.

In addition, Woolard helped to solidify a $3 million lead-gift for the Pamela and Leslie Muma Basketball Practice Facility. The new state-of-the-art facility will feature multiple basketball practice courts, new locker rooms, offices and lounges, along with video and meeting rooms.

All of this has not been achieved without continued emphasis on academics. Woolard has taken a personal involvement in building resources that will allow USF to maintain its early success in the NCAA’s new APR (Academic Progress Rate) rankings. Woolard has hired Amy Haworth to oversee the Academic Services area and their professional backgrounds provide USF student-athletes with a wealth of support. Additionally, Woolard has hired the first-ever full-time Champs/ Life Skills Director at USF.

Already, USF has added nearly $2 million in video scoreboards to the Sun Dome, USF’s basketball arena, and Woolard has a progressive plan to re-fit the entire seating configuration in the arena.

Woolard’s contributions extend to the community, where he has worked hard to build on existing relationships while opening the door for new ones as well.

Woolard has also been proactive in retaining successful coaches, having negotiated new contracts with Jim Leavitt (football), Ken Eriksen (softball), Jose Fernandez (women’s basketball) and George Kiefer (men’s soccer). Leavitt, who in 2008 received a new seven-year contract extension through the 2014-15 academic year, remains the only football coach USF has ever had and led the program to three straight bowl games – the Meineke Car Care Bowl (2005), the Papajohns.com Bowl (2006) and the Brut Sun Bowl (2007) – in the program’s first 11 years of existence. Eriksen has annually led his softball program into postseason competition and was an assistant coach for the 2004 USA Olympic Team. During the 2008 season, he led his softball team to the schools first-ever BIG EAST Conference regular season title and he was named the league’s coach of the Year. Fernandez has led the women’s basketball program to postseason play in each of the past five years – including the 2006 NCAA Tournament – the only such appearances in the program’s history. Kiefer, the 2005 National Soccer Coaches Association of America South Region Coach of the Year, has turned the USF soccer program into one of the most competitive in the country taking the Bulls to two NCAA Tournaments in his six seasons, including a Sweet 16 appearance in 2007.

Woolard’s leadership role is one he is fit to assume and one in which he has experience. In October 1994, he assumed leadership of the Saint Louis University Department of Athletics as its Director and guided the program through a historic period that included the school’s inclusion as a founding member of Conference USA, and more recently its acceptance of membership in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Woolard has also gone out and secured high-profile head coaches such as Stan Heath, to lead the men’s basketball program, who came to USF after leading the University of Arkansas for five years and helping the Razorbacks to a pair of NCAA Tournaments. Woolard also hired Tampa native Lelo Prado as the schools baseball coach after Prado led the University of Louisville for 11 seasons and helped the Cardinals to their first-ever NCAA Tournament in 2002. That same year he was tabbed Coach of the Year by both Conference USA and USA Baseball. In addition, Woolard hired Denise Schilte-Brown, one of the top up and coming women’s soccer coaches in America, who previously held the same position at Virginia Commonwealth University, leading the Rams to two NCAA College Cups in 2004 and 2005 before coming to USF. Woolard also hired Agustin Moreno as the schools women’s tennis coach. Moreno has guided the Bulls to three consecutive BIG EAST Conference Championship matches – winning the title in 2007 – and to three-straight NCAA Championship appearances. Moreno was also been tabbed the BIG EAST Conference Coach of the Year, also in 2007.

Expanded television and radio coverage for USF programs has also been a key initiative for Woolard. In 2005, he helped complete an agreement that allows for the most electronic media exposure in school history. In addition to USF’s football and men’s basketball programs upgrading to more powerful stations, every USF women’s basketball and baseball game is now being aired on the radio for the first time ever. Opportunities will also exist for USF’s softball and volleyball programs. There is also more television exposure through re-broadcast opportunities for all of USF’s athletic teams on Bright House Networks in Tampa Bay. In addition to USF’s current radio network for football, Woolard next plans on securing the program’s first-ever Hispanic radio agreement. In 2007 the USF Department of Athletics entered into a ten year multimedia contract with ISP Sports, the country’s leader in the college sports marketing industry. The deal, worth a minimum of $22 million strategically aligns both ISP Sports and ESPN Regional Television as USF’s multimedia rights holders. As someone who is extremely proud of his involvement and commitment to the local community, Woolard took the “bull by the horns” and successfully oversaw the University’s involvement as host of first and second rounds of the 2008 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament and then the 2008 NCAA Women’s Final Four which were both held at the St. Pete Times Forum in downtown Tampa. This marked the first time in the 28-year history of the Women’s Final Four that the host school – or city – also hosted the men’s first and second rounds.

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While overseeing a department that was progressive in its competitive success, Woolard also proved to be a large asset in a community that like Tampa Bay, presents the challenge of finding a niche with professional football, baseball and hockey in the market. The Saint Louis men’s basketball team has consistently ranked among the top 30 in the nation in annual attendance during Woolard’s decade at the helm. Three times, the program was among the nation’s top 10, peaking with an average attendance of 17,708. Further, the men’s soccer program at Saint Louis is consistently in the nation’s top 10 in attendance by averaging over 2,800 fans a game in a stadium that was constructed for the men and women’s teams under Woolard’s watch. Further enhancing the community partnership, Woolard has remained committed to bringing all Billiken athletic events back on campus. In addition to constructing a new soccer stadium, Saint Louis has added a new softball facility and nine new tennis courts on campus. Woolard also began fundraising efforts – before coming to USF – on Chaifetz Arena, a $70 million on-campus multi-purpose facility that is the home for Saint Louis men’s and women’s basketball team’s. The facility opened in April 2008. Woolard also oversaw the Saint Louis athletics department as it made considerable advances outside the athletic arena. Under his tutelage, and while the Billikens were in Conference USA, Saint Louis student-athletes recorded the highest grade point average in the league. While maintaining an outstanding department at Saint Louis, Woolard has also become a prominent figure on national committees. Presently he is a member of the NCAA Sports Wagering Task Force, which has been charged with recommending strategies to counteract sports wagering by student-athletes. He is a past chair of the Conference USA directors of athletics committee and he also served as the league’s representative on the NCAA Academic/Eligibility/ Compliance (AEC) Cabinet, where he chaired the amateurism and agents subcommittee. Woolard has also served as C-USA’s alternate to the NCAA Management Council, the most powerful committee in the NCAA governance structure. Prior to joining Saint Louis, Woolard worked for the nationally respected Jim Livengood at Washington State University. Under Livengood, who is now the Director of Athletics at Arizona and a past chair of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Committee, Woolard was the associate director for external operations from 1989-94 after one year (1988-89) as an assistant director of athletics. While at Washington State, Woolard was a key member of the senior management staff that oversaw a successful football program, and he played a prominent role in the entire department’s relationship with the community. Woolard and his wife, Cherrie, have two children, Chris and Amy.

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Communications Staff >> CHriS FrEET assistant director of athletics / Communications - Football Contact Chris Freet was hired as the Assistant Athletics Director for Communications at the University of South Florida in August of 2007. Since his arrival, Freet has taken over duties as the contact for the nationally-ranked football program and overseen a full-time staff of six individuals and a student contingent of 10. The USF football program has received regular national media coverage, both in print and online, since his arrival and has reeled in an unprecedented amount of national honors. In 2007, USF went from have zero Division I All-Americans to three and one honorable mention award. Defensive end George Selvie earned NCAA consensus All-America honors after a sophomore season in which he led the country in tackles for loss and ranked second in sacks. Cornerback Mike Jenkins also pulled in first team All-America honors, while linebacker Ben Moffitt was named a third team All-American and Trae Williams was an honorable mention award winner. Freet came to USF after five years with the nationally -ecognized Athletics Media Relations Department at the University of Oklahoma. In his most recent position with OU as Associate Director of Media Relations, Freet handled secondary duties with the Sooner football team and served as the primary contact for women’s basketball. In previous years, he also served as the contact for the softball, volleyball and men’s and women’s gymnastics programs. The Mission Hills, California native oversaw the successful promotion of Courtney Paris to 2007 AP Player of the Year, while also playing an integral part in the successful promotion of Heisman trophy winner Jason White and All-Americans Adrian Peterson, Mark Clayton and Jammal Brown. The 28-year old resides in South Tampa and graduated from the UC Santa Barbara in 2002 with a degree in communications and minor in sports management.

Student Staff Courtlyn Bowens Liz Kehlenbeck (Men’s & Women’s Golf) Charlie Terenzio (Men’s & Women’s Soccer Assistant) Kayla Pate Jason Prado

Mike Hogan

Amy Woodruff

Jeff Wuerth

Austin Bush

Assistant Director Women’s Basketball

Assistant Director Football (2), Baseball

Assistant Director Men’s Basketball

Intern Volleyball, Track & Field

Contacting uSF Communications Chris Freet Mike Hogan Amy Woodruff Jeff Wuerth Austin Bush

Assistant Athletics Director / Communications Assistant Communications Director Assistant Communications Director Assistant Communications Director Intern

Website: www.GoUSFBulls.com General Information Line: (813) 974-2125 Ticket Office Line: (800) Go-Bulls Communications Fax: (813) 974-5328 Raymond James Stadium Press Box: (813) 350-6225

office (813) 974-4086 (813) 974-4092 (813) 974-4087 (813) 974-7099 (813) 974-5755

Cellular (813) 625-6075 (813) 469-0616 (813) 410-1194 (614) 402-2204 (8713) 443-5981

E-mail cfreet@admin.usf.edu mhogan@admin.usf.edu woodruff@admin.usf.edu jwuerth@admin.usf.edu abush@admin.usf.edu

ticketmaster numbers: Tampa: (813) 287-8844 Orlando/Central Florida: (407) 839-3900 Jacksonville: (904)353-3309 Sarasota/Bradenton: (941) 334-3309 Dade/Broward: (305) 358-5885

mailing address & Shipping address: USF Communications 4202 E. Fowler ATH100 Tampa, FL 33620

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Department Directory << a EtiC adminiStration (all area codes 813 unless noted) athl

ComPlianCE

FOOTBaLL

Doug Woolard, Director of Athletics...................................................974-2125 Bill McGillis, Senior Associate AD/External Affairs ............................ 974-8930 Barry Clements, Associate AD/Sports & Programs ............................ 974-4144 Amy Haworth, Associate AD/Academics .......................................... 974-3007 Steve Horton, Associate AD/Compliance........................................... 974-6858 Vicki Mitchell, Associate AD/Development ....................................... 974-1889 Brett Huebner, Assocaite AD/CFO...................................................... 974-3227 Andrew Goodrich, Special Assistant to the Director of Athletics ....... 974-3994

Rick Stumpf, Assistant AD/Compliance Coordinator ......................... 974-4061 Cody Edwards, Director of Compliance ..............................................974-2125

Jim Leavitt, Head Coach.................................................................... 974-7170 Wally Burnham, Defensive Coordinator ............................................ 974-7170 Mike Canales, Pass Game Coordinator-Receivers............................... 974-7170 Troy Douglas, Assistant Coach-Secondary ........................................ 974-7173 Carl Franks, Assistant Coach-Running Backs/Recruiting.................... 974-7170 Greg Gregory, Assistant Coach-Quarterbacks.................................... 974-7170 John Hendrick, Assistant Coach-Defensive Line ............................... 974-7170 Kevin Patrick, Assistant Coach- Defensive Ends..................................974-7170 Rich Rachel, Director of High School Relations.................................. 974-7170 Larry Scott, Assistant Coach-Tight Ends............................................ 974-6421 Mike Simmonds, Assistant Coach-Offensive Line.............................. 974-0903 Larry Antonucci, Assistant AD/Football Operations........................... 974-7179 Patrick Burnham, Director of Player Personnel.................................. 974-9198 Jamie DeGerome, Video Coordinator ................................................ 974-9347 Tiffany Poole, Senior Secretary/Football ...........................................974-7171 Mary Trump, Recruiting Administrative Assistant .............................974-0914

FaCilitiES & EvEntS managEmEnt Tom Buscemi, Assistant Director/Facilities & Event Management..... 974-7307 Wayne Letson, Maintenance Mechanic .............................................974-2054

SPortS mEdiCinE

Chris Freet, Assistat AD/Communications ..........................................974-4086 Mike Hogan, Assistant Director..........................................................974-4092 Amy Woodruff, Assistant Director .................................................... 974-4087 Jeff Wuerth, Assistant Director ..........................................................974-7099 Austin Bush, Intern............................................................................974-5755

Steve Walz, Assistant AD/Director of Sports Medicine....................... 974-3506 Keith Abrams, Assistant Athletic Trainer/Rehab Coordinator .............974-6794 Donna Jordan, Assistant Athletic Trainer........................................... 974-4140 Jen Galusni, Assistant Athletic Trainer................................................974-4146 Jenny Hill, Director of Sports Nutrition ..............................................974-6851 Katie Baldwin, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer ............................974-0660 Josh Herran, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer................................974-0667 Michele Latimer, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer.........................974-0631 Jessica Lloyd, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer ..............................974-0669 Matt Smith, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer ................................974-9060 Andrew Sufficool, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer ......................974-0661 Doug Wardy, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer ...............................974-0631 Nate Wood, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer.................................974-0669 Janet Britton-Rodgers, Admin. Asst/Insurance Coordinator ..............974-0514

marKEting and EvEnt managEmEnt

StrEngth & Conditioning

Ayo Taylor-Dixon, Assistant AD/Marketing & Event Management......974-0521 Tina Kelly, Marketing and Event Coordinator .................................... 974-0410 Karlos Tellez, Creative Coordinator .....................................................974-7316 Sports Marketing Assistants..............................................................974-3517

Ronnie McKeefery, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach.................. 974-7360 Frank Wintrich, Associate Director of Strength & Condidtioning ........974-0418 Aaron Komarek, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach.................974-3251 Aaron Quarberg, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach ...............974-0469 Ray Weisenbarger, Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach.............974-0417 Kyle Tafelski, Strength & Conditioning Assistant................................974-0417

iSP SPortS Brett Dulaney, Account Executive ......................................................974-6975 Eric Major, Senior Associate GM ........................................................974-7496 Sarah Kay, Senior Account Executive..................................................974-7497 Carlos Padilla, Account Executive.......................................................974-4454 Shakon Turner, Account Executive......................................................974-7496

a EtiCS CommuniCationS athl

SalES and BroadCaSting Jim Louk, Assistant AD/Sales.............................................................974-7491 Angelo Boff, Account Executive .........................................................974-6016 Paul Leistner, Account Executive ...................................................... 974-6885 John Lewis, Account Executive...........................................................974-7492 Mike Stuben, Account Executive........................................................974-7493

Erik Book, Director of Athletic Ticket Operations .............................. 974-8933 Doug Sutherland, Assistant Director..................................................974-8937 Christie Wilson, Assitant Director.......................................................974-6623 Megan Latchford, Intern....................................................................974-2125

Eric Soncrant, Director of the Annual Fund ....................................... 974-3481 Joe Tomaino, Director of Major Gifts ................................................. 974-7489 Amabel Aqui, Associate Director of Development............................. 974-4223 Anwar Pople, Assistant Director of Annual Giving ............................ 974-6113 Kemel Thompson, Director of Varsity Club .........................................974-7180 Maria Gray, Program Assistant ......................................................... 974-7490

adminiStrativE StaFF

uSF Foundation Partnership for athletics

BaSEBall

Lee Roy Selmon, President ................................................................974-3979

Lelo Prado, Head Cooach .................................................................. 974-2504 Lazer Collazo, Assistant Head Coach................................................. 974-2507 Bryant Ward, Assistant Coach ........................................................... 974-2995 Tino Martinez, Volunteer Assistant Coach ........................................ 974-2504 Greg Parris, Director of Baseball Operations ..................................... 974-2125

Curtis Jones, Assistant AD/ FB Student-Athlete Development ...........974-5107 Justin Miller, Ass’t AD/Academics & Student-Athlete Development.. 974-7446 Myrtice Landers, Academic Advisor .................................................. 974-8185 Courtney Lewellen, Academic Advisor.............................................. 974-7548 Al Gentilini, Academic Advisor...........................................................974-2125 Brooke Wiggins, Academic Advisor....................................................974-0583 Herb Hopkinson, Graduate Academic Coordinator .............................974-4875 Kelly O’Brien, Graduate Academic Coordinator ..................................974-4875

BuSinESS oFFiCE/human rESourCES Luther Lee, Assistant AD/Business Operations ...................................974-3075 Gale Ona, Director of Human Resources.............................................974-8232 Michele Burlingame, Business Manager........................................... 974-4039 Carrie Fischer, Administrative Ass’t/Coordinator Human Resources....974-0004 Debbie Pershing, Travel Coordinator ................................................. 974-3162 Ashley Leko, Program Assistant ........................................................ 974-8254 Hannah Rhodes, Assistant Business Manager/Sr. Accountant ...........974-4062 Beverly Tyson, Program Assistant ..................................................... 974-4030

Jim Fee, Men’s Head Coach ............................................................... 974-9756 Marci Kornegay, Women’s Head Coach.............................................. 974-3996

mEn’S tEnniS Don Barr, Head Coach ........................................................................974-4112 Mike Henderson, Assistant Coach ......................................................974-7444 Tamer El Sawy, Volunteer Assistant Coach ........................................ 974-2125 Brian Sharp, Team Manager ..............................................................974-2125

womEn’S tEnniS Agustin Moreno, Head Coach............................................................ 974-4121 Luisa Obando, Assistant Coach ......................................................... 974-1109 Kelly Jones, Volunteer Assistant Coach.............................................. 974-2125

tiCKEt oPErationS

BullS CluB

aCadEmiC SErviCES

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Pat Costello, Senior Computer Support Specialist.............................. 974-3986 Francine Schoel, Senior Secretary/Olympic Sports............................ 974-4023 Darlene Johnson, Receptionist ......................................................... 974-2125 Jennifer Ramil, Sun Dolls ..................................................................974-2125 Liisa Soncrant, Cheerleading Coach .................................................. 571-7694

mEn’S BaSKEtBall Stan Heath, Head Coach ................................................................... 974-3252 Dan Hipsher, Assistant Coach............................................................ 974-3252 Reggie Hanson, Assistant Coach ....................................................... 974-3252 Bryon Samuels, Assistant Coach ........................................................974-3252 Tommie Tonnelli, Director of Basketball Operations...........................974-3252 Joan Snyder, Senior Secretary .......................................................... 974-3252

CroSS Country/indoor & outdoor traCK CK and FiEld Warren Bye, Head Coach................................................................... 974-4095 Toby Colyer, Assistant Coach ............................................................. 974-4095 Don Marsh, Assistant Coach.............................................................. 974-9064 Eric McCarrol, Assistant Coach ...........................................................974-4094

womEn’S Sailing Allison Jolly, Head Coach ......................................................... (727) 553-4518

mEn’S SoCCEr George Keifer, Head Coach................................................................ 974-4149 Ryan Anatol, Assistant Coach............................................................ 974-8151 Bo Oshoniyi, Assistant Coach .............................................................974-2125 Jim DiNobile, Director of Soccer Operations .......................................974-2040

womEn’S SoCCEr Denise Schilte-Brown, Head Coach....................................................974-4026 Randy Belli, Assistant Coach .............................................................974-9657 Chris Brown, Volunteer Assistant Coach ............................................504-8993 John Mendoza, Team Coordinator......................................................974-2125

SOFTBaLL Ken Eriksen, Head Coach....................................................................974-4111 Amber Wright, Assistant Coach..........................................................974-4099 Mo Triner, Assistant Coach .................................................................974-7211 Carmela Liwag, Volunteer Assistant Coach.........................................974-2125

vollEyBall womEn’S BaSKEtBall Jose Fernandez, Head Coach............................................................. 974-7472 Jeff Osterman, Associate Head Coach................................................ 974-7472 Nancy Young, Secretary ................................................................... 974-7472

Claire Lessnger, Head Coach...............................................................974-5740 Nikki Shade, Associate Head Coach....................................................974-4130 Michelle Collier, Assistant Coach ........................................................974-4132

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Media Guidelines >> Credentials

Gameday Entrance & Services

Press Box Services

Credentials for all USF games are for working media only and are granted at the sole discretion of USF Athletics and Assistant AD for Communications Chris Freet.

The media entrance at Raymond James Stadium is located at Gate D on the southwest corner of the stadium and off of Dale Mabry Avenue. The press box elevator is directly adjacent to the media entrance. In accordance with Raymond James Stadium policy, all media members will be required to show valid ID prior and sign on the TSA sign-in form prior to receiving their credentials. Will call will open at least three hours before kickoff.

Pre-game packets will include game notes for both schools and conferences, as well as a flip card. Game programs will be available with all media materials in the distribution areas on a first come first serve basis. Complete game statistics, running play-by-play and post game notes/quotes will be distributed throughout the game. A USF Communications staff member will be available at the distribution area to provide any materials needed or assist in duplication and/or faxing.

Accredited media should make a request via e-mail to football credentials coordinator Amy Woodruff (woodruff@ admin.usf.edu) and Chris Freet (cfreet@admin.usf.edu) by 5 p.m. Eastern on the Monday prior to home games. Requests must come from the sports editor or sports director at each outlet. Requests from media covering visiting teams will be confirmed with that schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sports information director. Press box seating and field access will be determined using the following criteria:

Parking will be available on a limited basis. Priority will be granted to media covering USF on a season-long basis. Parking requests should be made in writing in conjunction with credential requests.

1. Sports editors, beat writers, columnists of daily newspapers and sports directors of television and radio stations.

Press Box Access

2. Daily radio and television shows. 3. Weekly radio and television shows providing sound and/ or video highlights. 4. Weekly and monthly publications (no more than one press and photo credential in most cases). 5. Websites. The official website of USF athletics and the official website of the visiting school will be credentialed. Also, the official online service of the national over-the-air or cable television network that owns broadcast rights to the game will receive credentials. Other websites will not be credentialed unless they meet specifications outlined below: 1. Must be a legal corporate entity that has been in business at least ONE full calendar year and has provided coverage of USF or the visiting team for at least ONE year. 2. Must provide daily coverage of ALL athletic teams of USF or the visiting team with its own staff of reporters, photographers and equipment. Those that do not cover all USF athletics teams will only be granted one (1) press box credential and one (1) photo credential. 3. Must travel and cover all football away games and bowl games. 4. Must be accredited by home university as working media. note: Websites that sponsor gambling or advertise for gambling sites will not be granted credentials. Sites that host a message board as their key component will not be granted credentials.

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Only working print and electronic media are granted access to the press box. Photographers are to work from the two available dark rooms on the bottom floor (see next note for more information). The press box is in accordance with FWAA and NCAA standards and is for working media only. Conversation should be kept at a considerate tone and any cheering will not be tolerated and is grounds for removal. Spouses, dates, non-workers and anyone under the age of 18 years of age are not permitted in the working press area without approval from USF Communications Director Chris Freet.

Photo Work Areas Two dark rooms are located at ground level, just inside the press entry gate and to the left at the beginning of the corridors between Gates D and A. The rooms have both high speed wireless and land line connections available at no charge (check note on high speed internet lines). A pregame meal and drinks will be provided to photographers in the dark rooms. The rooms will also be stocked with flip cards and game notes. Accept for shooting purposes, photographers will not be granted access to the press box. If you need working access to the press box, please contact USF Communications Director Chris Freet prior to gameday.

Photographers The University of South Florida will adhere to all NCAA Guidelines regarding sideline photography. Photographers and videographers are not permitted to shoot between the 25-yard lines and they must wear a proper credential at all times. The bench areas between the 25-yard lines are off limits to all media at all times. The area between the 25-yard lines and behind the team benches is to be solely used for transit from opposite ends of the field. Failure to follow this procedure is grounds for dismissal. All photographers/ videographers must kneel while the game is in progress. Photographers and videographers are considered working members of the media and they are to refrain from cheering or talking to players, coaches or officials.

Freelance Photographers/Videographers Freelance photographers and/or videographers who are not working for an accredited media outlet that provides daily journalistic sports updates will not be granted credentialed access unless they sign a waiver prior to the game. The waiver requires that the photographer/videographer hand over all photos or video footage a minimum of 72 hours after the game. Photos must be in high resolution jpeg format at 300 DPI and no smaller than 4 inches by 6 inches and delivered on a DVD or CD or available for download on an FTP site. Video footage can be supplied on beta tape or DVD. The violation of these policies will result in credentials being revoked and/or all future requests being denied.

Media Meals Separate media meals will be provided in the press box and photo dark rooms. All pressbox media will be granted one media meal ticket at will call. Drinks and a halftime snack are complimentary and do not require a meal ticket.

Telephones All telephone requests should be made through SPRINT at 1-800-989-9974, although there are plenty of complimentary phones for working media, in addition to three courtesy lines plus one ISDN line for visiting radio. The USF Communications staff will accept fax requests prior to each game. Please check in with staff in the distribution area for assistance.

Satellite Trucks Requests for satellite truck parking needs to be approved by Chris Freet by Wednesday of game week, if possible. After approval, satellite truck operators are asked to coordinate parking and power with Jim Duffy of Tampa Sports Authority. Duffy can be reached at (813) 350-6500 and (813) 477-0716.

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Media Guidelines << radio/Television/Coaches Located on the main press level below are the tentative booth assignments for the 2008 season: Booth 1 - Broadcast Televesion Booths 2 & 3 - USF Coaches Booth 4 - Statcrew Booth 5 - Visiting Coaches Booth 6 - USF Print Media Booth 7 - USF Radio Booth 8 - Big East/National Radio Booth 9 & 10 - TSA Operations Booth 11 - Visiting Radio Booth 12 - USF Student Radio Booth 13 - NFL Controlled Booth 14 - Game Officials

High Speed internet Both wireless and high-speed internet connections are available in the press box and photo dark rooms. Both connections require a password that will be provided with the media materials in the press box and photo dark rooms.

Blogs & live Transmission Any working media member that plans to blog or use any other form of live internet transmission from the press box must first seek approval from USF Communications Director Chris Freet. The distribution of live stats is the sole right of USF Athletics and is only granted to national outlets that request the service prior to the season.

Pro Scouts Pro Scouts will be granted credentials and press box access when available. Pro scouts will not be granted parking passes. Credentials will be mailed if a UPS or Fed Ex shipping account number is provided.

Postgame interviews Media will be escorted to the field with approximately five minutes remaining in the game. Approximately 10 minutes after entering the locker room, USF head coach Jim Leavitt will be brought to the press room, located on the ground floor directly adjacent to the press box elevators. He will be followed at the podium by the starting quarterback or a offensive/defensive coordinator. USF Communications personnel will poll the media on player interview requests at

the start of the fourth quarter. Those players will be brought to the interview room adjacent to the USF locker room. USF appreciates the deadline situation confronting the media, and requested players will be escorted to the interview area in prompt fashion. The locker room and immediate area outside is closed to the media. The only interviews allowed on the field after the game are with the national television/ radio crew carrying the game. Each visiting team will set its own post-game policy and it will be announced over the press box public address system in the fourth quarter.

Weekly Media luncheon USF hosts weekly media luncheons every Tuesday during a regular game week. Food is served at 12:30 p.m. Coach Leavitt will take the podium at 1 p.m. and will be followed by requested players. Players must be requested through Chris Freet by monday at noon. The USF Communications office will make every effort to accommodate requests.

Daily interviews The daily practice schedule is listed on page five of this media guide. Only Coach Leavitt and assistant coaches are available for interviews after practice. The first 30 minutes of practice are open to photographers unless otherwise noted. Players are only available for interviews on Tuesdays during the weekly luncheon. Every effort will be made to accommodate player requests on Tuesdays.

Player interviews Under no circumstances should media members contact a USF student-athlete without prior consent and approval from the USF Communications office and/or football contact Chris Freet. The same policy applies to the family members of student athletes.

Staff interviews All interview requests for assistant coaches or athletics department staff members must also be approved and cleared by the USF Communications office and/or football contact Chris Freet.

Big EAST teleconference The BIG EAST football coaches will hold a weekly teleconference for the media taking place every Monday throughout the regular season. Each coach will be available for approximately 10 minutes. Media representatives may contact John Paquette of the BIG EAST (jpaquette@bigeast.org) and/or USF Communications Director Chris Freet to obtain the number. The schedule of coaches is as follows (all times Eastern): 11:10 a.m. 11:50 a.m. 11:20 a.m. noon 11:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. 11:40 a.m. 12:20 p.m.

Steve Kragthorpe, Louisville Greg Robinson, Syracuse Dave Wannstedt, Pittsburgh Jim leavitt, uSF Bill Stewart, West Virginia Brian Kelly, Cincinnati Randy Edsall, Connecticut Greg Schiano, Rutgers

BiG EAST Weekly Satellite Feed The BIG EAST will begin its weekly football satellite feed on Wednesday, Sept. 6. The feed will be available each Wednesday during the season, concluding on Nov. 29. Approximately three and a half minutes of highlights and interviews are available for each team in the conference. Information on the feed is as follows: Dates Sept. 6-Nov. 29 Time 3 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Coordinates Galaxy 16C, T 12

We Are uSF When referring to the University please be aware of the following policy regarding usage. First references to the school and its intercollegiate athletics program should always be the University of South Florida. The only secondary reference used should be USF or Bulls. Please refrain from using South Florida, S. Florida, South Fla. or any other similar combination.

Travel Plans USF will travel via charter air to all road games, with the exception of the UCF game, in 2008 and will arrive the day prior to the game. Due to FAA security guidelines in Tampa, there are no TV opportunities with the team at the airport. Media are welcome to tape the team loading buses on the USF campus prior to departure for the airport. at uCF Rosen Shingle Creek Resort 9939 Universal Blvd Orlando, Fl 32819 407-996-3310

at FIU Hilton Miami Airport 5101 Blue Lagoon Dr Miami,Fl 33126 305-262-1000

at n.C. State Raleigh Marriott City Center 500 Fayetteville Street Raleigh, NC 27601 919-833-1120

at louisville Louisville Marriott East 1903 Embassy Square Blvd Louisville, KY 40299 502-499-6220

at Cincinnati Millennium Hotel 150 West 5th Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-352-2144

at west virginia Holiday Inn Meadowlands 340 Racetrack Road Washington, PA 15301 724-222-6200

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Todd Reesing

opponent information >> GAME 1

TEnnESSEE-MArTin

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: Martin, Tenn. Athletics Director: Phil Dane Conference: Ohio Valley Stadium: Hardy M. Graham (7,500) 2007 Record: 4-7 Head Coach: Jason Simpson Record at School: 13-10-0 (3 years) Career Record: 13-10-0 (3 years)

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 11 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 9 Oct. 16 Oct. 23 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22

SID: Joe Lofaro Office: 731-881-7632 Cell: 731-588-0483 SID Fax: 731-881-7624 E-Mail: jlofaro@utm.edu

August 30 • Raymond James Stadium

GAME 2

uCF

kAnSAS

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22 Nov. 29

SID: Ryan Powell Office: 407-823-0994 Cell: 407-405-5822 SID Fax: 407-823-5293 E-Mail: rpowell@athletics.ucf.edu

Fiu

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PiTTSBurGH

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES SID: Mike Strauss Office: 785-864-3420 Cell: 785-331-7576 SID Fax: 785-864-7944 E-Mail: mstrauss@ku.edu

Florida International Louisiana Tech at USF Sam Houston State at Iowa State Colorado at Oklahoma Texas Tech Kansas State at Nebraska Texas vs. Missouri (Kansas City)

Second Meeting 2006 L

7-13

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: Miami, Fla. Athletics Director: Pete Garcia Conference: Sun Belt Stadium: FIU Stadium (18,000) 2007 Record: 1-11 Head Coach: Mario Cristobal Record at School: 1-11-0 (1 year) Career Record: 1-11-0 (1 year)

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 8 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 22 Nov. 29 Dec. 6

SID: TBA Office: 305-348-2084 Cell: TBA SID Fax: 305-348-2963 E-Mail: kelchr@fiu.edu

at Kansas at Iowa USF at Toledo at North Texas Middle Tennessee at Troy at Louisiana-Lafayette Arkansas State Louisiana-Monroe at Florida Atlantic Western Kentucky

Second Meeting 2006 W

21-20

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: Raleigh, N.C. Athletics Director: Lee Fowler Conference: ACC Stadium: Wayne Day Family Field (57,583) 2007 Record: 5-7 Head Coach: Tom O’Brien Record at School: 5-7-0 (1 year) Career Record: 80-52-0 (10 years)

Aug. 28 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 16 Oct. 25 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22 Nov. 29

SID: Pat Norris Office: 919-515-1180 Cell: 919-795-4095 SID Fax: 919-515-2898 E-Mail: pat_norris@ncsu.edu

at South Carolina William & Mary at Clemson East Carolina USF Boston College Florida State at Maryland at Duke Wake Forest at North Carolina Miami (Fla.)

Second Meeting 2005 L

0-14

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: Pittsburgh, Pa. Athletics Director: Steve Pederson Conference: Big East Stadium: Heintz Field (65,050) 2007 Record: 5-7 Head Coach: Dave Wannstedt Record at School: 16-19-0 (3 years) Career Record: 16-19-0 (3 years)

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 2 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 22 Nov. 28 Dec. 2

SID: E.J. Borghetti Office: 412-648-8240 Cell: 412-491-5110 SID Fax: 412-648-8248 E-Mail: eborghetti@athletics.pitt.edu

October 2 • Raymond James Stadium

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Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 12 Sept. 20 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 29

Sept. 27 • Wayne Day Family Field

GAME 6

Fourth meeting 2005 W 2006 W 2007 W

QuiCk FACTS

Sept. 20 • FIU Stadium

GAME 5

South Carolina State USF at Boston Colllege at UTEP SMU at Miami (Fla.) at Tulsa East Carolina Southern Miss at Marshall at Memphis UAB

Location: Lawrence, Kansas Athletics Director: Lew Perkins Conference: Big 12 Stadium: Field at Memorial Stadium (50,071) 2007 Record: 12-1 Head Coach: Mark Mangino Record at School: 37-36-0 (6 years) Career Record: 37-36-0 (6 years)

Sept. 12 • Raymond James Stadium

GAME 4

First Meeting

Location: Orlando, Fla. Athletics Director: Keith Tribble Conference: Conference USA Stadium: Bright House Networks Field (45,323) 2007 Record: 10-4 Head Coach: George O’Leary Record at School: 22-28-0 (4 years) Career Record: 74-61-0 (11 years)

Sept. 6 • Brighthouse Stadium

GAME 3

at USF Baker University Concordia at Austin Peay at Murray State Tennessee State Eastern Illinois at Tennessee Tech Jacksonville State at Auburn at Southeast Missouri State Eastern Kentucky

Bowling Green Buffalo Iowa at Syracuse at USF at Navy Rutgers at Notre Dame Louisville at Cincinatti West Virginia at Connecticut

Sixth Meeting 2001 W 2004 L 2005 L 2006 W 2007 W

35-26 14-43 17-31 22-12 48-37

Home Away Home

Away

Home

Neutral

Away Home Away Home Away

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Pat White

opponent information << GAME 7

SyrACuSE

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: Syracuse, N.Y. Athletics Director: Dr. Daryl Gross Conference: Big East Stadium: Carrier Dome (49,262) 2007 Record: 2-10 Head Coach: Greg Robinson Record at School: 7-28-0 (3 years) Career Record: 7-28-0 (3 years)

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept.13 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22 Nov. 29

SID: Sue Cornelius Edson Office: 315-443-2608 Cell: 315-469-8007 SID Fax: 315-443-2076 E-Mail: sedson@syr.edu

October 18 • Raymond James Stadium

GAME 8

louiSVillE

CinCinnATi

ruTGErS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Aug. 31 Sept. 6 Sept. 17 Sept. 26 Oct. 10 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 14 Nov. 22 Dec. 4

SID: Rocco Gasparro Office: 502-852-0102 Cell: 502-262-2258 SID Fax: 502-852-7401 E-Mail: rocco.gasparro@louisville.edu

ConnECTiCuT

WEST VirGiniA

December 6 • Milan Puskar Stadium

Sixth Meeting 2003 W 2004 L 2005 W 2006 W 2007 W

31-28 9-41 45-14 31-28 55-17

QuiCk FACTS

2008 SCHEDulE

ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Aug. 28 Sept. 6 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 3 Oct. 11 Oct. 25 Oct. 30 Nov. 8 Nov. 14 Nov. 22 Nov. 29 Dec. 6

SID: TBA Office: 513-556-0617 Cell: TBA SID Fax: 513-556-0619 E-Mail: TBA Sixth Meeting 2003 W 2004 L 2005 L 2006 W 2007 L

Eastern Kentucky at Okalahoma Miami (Ohio) at Akron at Marshall Rutgers at Connecticut USF at West Virginia at Louisville Pittsburgh Syracuse at Hawaii

24-17 23-45 31-16 6-23 33-38

QuiCk FACTS

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ConTACTS / All-TiME SEriES

Location: New Brunswick, N.J. Athletics Director: Robert E. Mulcahy, III Conference: Big East Stadium: Rutgers Stadium (42,500) 2007 Record: 8-5 Head Coach: Greg Schiano Record at School: 38-46-0 (7 years) Career Record: 38-46-0 (7 years)

Sept. 1 Sept. 11 Sept. 20 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 8 Nov. 15 Nov. 22 Dec. 4

SID: Jason Baum Office: 732-445-7885 Cell: 201-966-6338 SID Fax: 732-445-3063 E-Mail: jbaum@scarletknights.com

Fresno State North Carolina at Navy Morgan State at West Virginia at Cincinnati Connecticut at Pittsburgh Syracuse at USF Army Louisville

Fourth meeting 2005 W 2006 L 2007 L

45-31 20-22 27-30

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Location: Storrs, Conn. Athletics Director: Jeffrey A. Hathaway Conference: Big East Stadium: Rentschler Field (40,000) 2007 Record: 9-4 Head Coach: Randy Esdall Record at School: 50-55-0 (9 years) Career Record: 50-55-0 (9 years)

Aug. 28 Sept. 6 Sept. 13 Sept. 19 Sept. 26 Oct. 4 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 Nov. 15 Nov. 23 Dec. 6

SID: Leigh Torbin Office: 860-486-3531 Cell: 860-648-8982 SID Fax: 860-486-5085 E-Mail: leigh.torbin@uconn.edu

November 23 • Raymond James Stadium

GAME 12

Kentucky Tennesse Tech Kansas State Connecticut at Memphis Middle Tennessee State USF at Syracuse at Pittsburgh Cincinnati West Virginia at Rutgers

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Athletics Director: Mike Thomas Conference: Big East Stadium: Nippert Stadium (35,000) 2007 Record: 10-3 Head Coach: Brian Kelly Record at School: 10-3-0 (1 year) Career Record: 148-52-2 (18 years)

November 15 • Raymond James Stadium

GAME 11

27-0 27-10 41-10

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October 30 • Nippert Stadium

GAME 10

Fourth meeting 2005 W 2006 W 2007 W

Location: Louisville, Ky. Athletics Director: Tom Jurich Conference: Big East Stadium: Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium (42,000) 2007 Record: 6-6 Head Coach: Steve Kragthorpe Record at School: 6-6-0 (1 year) Career Record: 35-28-0 (5 years)

October 25 • Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium

GAME 9

at Northwestern Akron Penn State Northeastern Pittsburgh at West Virginia at USF Louisville at Rutgers Connecticut at Notre Dame at Cincinnati

Hofstra at Temple Virginia Baylor at Louisville at North Carolina at Rutgers Cincinnati West Virginia at Syracuse at USF Pittsburgh

Sixth Meeting 2000 W 2001 W 2005 L 2006 W 2007 L

21-13 40-21 10-15 38-16 15-22

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Location: Morgantown, W.Va. Athletics Director: Ed Pastilong Conference: Big East Stadium: Milan Puskar Stadium (60,000) 2007 Record: 11-2 Head Coach: Bill Stewart Record at School: 1-0-0 (1 year) Career Record: 9-25-0 (3 years)

Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Sept. 18 Sept. 27 Oct. 4 Oct. 11 Oct. 23 Nov. 1 Nov. 8 Nov. 22 Nov. 28 Dec. 6

SID: Mike Montoro Office: 304-293-2821 Cell: 304-276-2605 SID Fax: 304-293-4105 E-Mail: mike.montoro@mail.wvu.edu

Villanova at East Carolina at Colorado Marshall Rutgers Syracuse Auburn at Connecticut Cincinnati at Louisville at Pittsburgh USF

Fourth meeting 2005 L 2006 W 2007 W

13-28 24-19 21-13

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Bradenton Herald P.O. Box 921 Bradenton, FL 33506 (941) 745-7007 (941) 745-7097 - fax Writer - Ryan Boyd

Bay news 9 700 Carillon Parkway St. Petersburg, FL 33716 (727) 329-2395 (727) 329-2434 - fax Producer - Chris Elias Anchor - Rock Riley

Lakeland Ledger P.O. Box 408 Lakeland, FL 33802 (863) 802-7000 (863) 802-7812 - fax Beat Writer - Tom Zebold Sarasota herald tribune P.O. Box 1719 Sarasota, FL 34230 (941) 361-4851 (941) 361-4890 - fax College Sports - Alan Dell St. Petersburg times 490 1st Ave. South St. Petersburg, FL 33731 (727) 893-8123 (727) 893-8782 - fax Beat Writer - Greg Auman t tampa tribune 202 S. Parker Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 259-7655 (813) 259-8148 - fax Beat Writer - Brett McMurphy USF Oracle 4202 E. Fowler, Cooper Hall Tampa, FL 33620 (813) 974-2842 (813) 974-4887 - fax Sports Editor - Joe Rienzi

Catch 47 7901 66th Street North Pinellas Park, FL 33781 (727) 329-5417 (727) 329-2331 - fax Producers: Chris Elias, Chris McCully Anchors: Drew Felios, Joe Gervin wFla (nBC 8) 200 S. Parker Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 221-5774 (813) 225-2770 - fax Producer - Shannon Liston Anchor - Dave Reynolds, Dan Lucas wFtS (aBC 28) 4045 N. Himes Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 354-2844 (813) 870-2828 - fax Producer - Dan Eassa Anchors - Al Keck, Tom Korun wtSP (CBS 10) 11450 Gandy Blvd. St. Petersburg, FL 33702 (727) 577-8479 (727) 576-6924 - fax Producer - Chris Tilley Anchors - Justin Allen, Angela Jacobs wtvt (Fox ox 13) 3213 W. Kennedy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 876-1313 (813) 877-9727 - fax Producers - Nick Billias, Jeff Tewksbury Anchors - Chip Carter, Chris Fields

State newspapers daytona Beach news Journal P.O. Box 2831 Daytona Beach, FL 32120 (904) 252-1511 (904) 253-8433 - fax College Writers - Lydia Hinshaw, Bob Pockrass

Florida today t Gannet Plaza, P.O. Box 419000 Melbourne, FL 32941 (321) 242-3699 (321) 242-0760 - fax College Sports - Lee Nessel Ft. lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 200 East Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 (954) 356-4566 (954) 356-4566 - fax College Sports - Craig Barnes Ft. myers news Press P.O. Box 10 Ft. Myers, FL 33902 (941) 335-0358 (941) 334-0708 - fax College Sports - Craig Handel gainesville Sun P.O. Drawer A Gainesville, FL 33602 (352) 378-1411 (352) 338-3128 - fax College Sports - Pat Dooley Miami Herald One Herald Plaza Miami, FL 33132 (305) 376-2387 (305) 376-2295 - fax College Sports - Jorge Rojas Orlando Sentinel 633 Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 (407) 420-5474 (407) 420-5069 - fax Writer - Chris Harry Palm Beach Post 2751 South Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, FL 33405 (561) 820-4440 (561) 820-4481- fax Executive Sports Editor - Nick Moschella Tallahassee Democrat P.O. Box 990 Tallahassee, FL 32302 (850) 599-2100 (850) 599-2301 - fax College Sports - Steve Ellis, St. Clair Murraine

local radio wBul (1620) E Fowler Ave. CTR 203 Tampa, FL 33620 (813) 974-3285 (813) 974-4906 Contacts: Art Pier, Jake Trotter wdaE (640) 4002-A Gandy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 893-9393 (813) 831-3299 - fax On-Air Talent - Ron Diaz, Steve Duemig wFla (970) 4002-A Gandy Blvd. Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 893-9393 (813) 831-3299 - fax Sports Director - Whitney Johnson wqyK - 1010 9721 Executive Center Dr., Suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 (727) 579-1925 (727) 563-8207- Hotline Contacts: Jim Lighthall, Mike Pepper wtBn (570) 5211 W. Laurel St. Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 639-1903 (813) 639-1272 - fax General Manager - Chris Gould wuSF (89.7) 4202 E. Fowler Ave., WRB 219 Tampa, FL 33620 (813) 974-4890 (813) 974-5016 - fax Reporter - Bobbie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien

Wire Service associated Press Tampa Bureau, P.O. Box 191 Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 254-6038 (813) 254-6254 - fax Writer: Fred Goodall

Florida Times Union P.O. Box 1949-F Jacksonville, FL 32231 (904) 359-4377 (904) 359-4147 - fax College Sports - BobThomas

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Bulls on Air << MulTi-MEDiA PArTnErS - iSP In June of 2007 the University of South Florida Department of Athletics entered into a 10-year multimedia contract with ISP Sports, the country’s leader in the college sports marketing industry. The deal, worth a minimum of $22 million strategically aligns both ISP Sports and ESPN Regional Television as USF’s multimedia rights holders. Under the terms of the agreement, ISP Sports will conduct full management of USF Athletics sales and marketing, while ESPN Regional TV, which previously held USF’s marketing rights, continues to provide support in various areas including distribution of local and regional television. ISP will produce and market a variety of corporate sponsorship opportunities involving Bulls sports, including live radio programming (game broadcasts and coaches call-in shows), signage in athletic facilities, and at-event promotional activities. The company will also serve as a sales representative for the official athletic website (www.GoUSFBulls.com) along with various athletic department publications. Based in Winston-Salem, N.C., ISP is the multimedia rights holder for 50+ collegiate athletic properties, including Big East members Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Syracuse and Villanova. Additionally, ISP is the exclusive marketing partner of the Big East Conference.

Bulls Tailgate Pregame Show After expanding to 90 minutes in 2007, the Bulls Tailgate Pregame Show is expanding to a full two hours for the highly anticipated 2008 season. The regular crew of Jim Louk, Mark Robinson, Jim Lighthall and sideline reporter Mike Pepper will all be back for the 12th season of USF football. The two hour pregame show will feature interviews with several USF players and staff members, including a weekly segment with Coach Leavitt and Director of Athletics Doug Woolard.

rADio Jim Louk and Mark Robinson continue to call all the football action, a role they have fulfilled since the Inaugural Season in 1997. Jim Lighthall remains on the crew as the pre-game and post-game host, a role he has held since 1998. Louk, originally the voice of USF Basketball on the radio from 1983-97, is also the Assistant Athletics Director for Sales and Broadcasting at USF. A native of Rochester, New York and a graduate of the University of Bridgeport, Louk made the transition to football in USF’s 1997 Inaugural Season. He also hosts the weekly radio show with Jim Leavitt throughout the season. Robinson enjoyed a seven-year NFL career as a defensive back with the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, after earning All-America and GTE Academic All-America honors at Penn State. He was a junior on Penn State’s 1982 National Championship Team, when he had nine tackles and two interceptions in the Sugar Bowl win over Georgia. Robinson was a fourth round choice of the Kansas City Chiefs in 1984. In addition to his football duties on the USF Football Network, Lighthall has been the a part of the USF Basketball radio crew for the last seven seasons and served as the play-by-play man during 2007.

Bull Session With Jim leavitt Every Thursday night Coach Leavitt will be joined by the voices of USF football, Jim Louk and Mark Robinson, for an hour long radio call in show on WQYK 1010 AM Bull Session will be held live this year at Moe’s Southwest Grill (address below), which is conveniently located just minutes away from the USF campus. moe’s - new tampa t 17509 Preserve Walk Lane Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 849-6357

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Maps & Directions >> Directions to uSF & FB Practice Facility From i-75 • Get off at the Fowler Avenue exit and head west. • Turn right on Bull Run Drive (MOSI will be on your left). • Bull Run Drive will intersect with Elm and the Athletic Training Center is straight ahead to the left. From i-275 • Get off at the Fowler Avenue exit and head east. • The University is about three miles from 275. • Go past the main entrance to campus and then make a left at the next light (Bull Run Drive). • Bull Run Drive will intersect with Elm and the Athletic Training Center is straight ahead to the left. FROM I-4 • Head west on I-4 and take the I-75 exit and head north. • Take the Fowler Avenue exit and head west. • Turn right on Bull Run Drive (MOSI will be on your left). • Bull Run Drive will intersect with Elm and the Athletic Training Center is straight ahead to the left. From thE tam t PPa airPort • Start out by going south on Bessie Coleman Blvd. • Take the SR-60 ramp towards I-275. • Merge onto FL-60 E for less than a mile. • Merge onto I-275 north. Take the Fowler Avenue exit and head east. • The University is about three miles from 275. • Go past the main entrance to campus and then make a left at the next light (Bull Run Drive). • Bull Run Drive will intersect with Elm and the Athletic Training Center is straight ahead to the left.

Directions to raymond James From thE north • I-75 to I-275 South to Himes Avenue North or Dale Mabry North. • Stadium is approximately one mile north, between Himes and Dale Mabry. From thE South (SaraSota and BradEnton) • I-75 to I-4 West to I-275 South to Himes Avenue North or North Dale Mabry or • I-75 North to I-275 North to North Dale Mabry. • Stadium is approximately one mile north, between Himes and Dale Mabry. From thE EaSt (orlando) • I-4 West to I-275 South to Himes Avenue North or North Dale Mabry or • OR I-4 West to Hillsborough Avenue West or Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard West. • Stadium is approximately one mile north, between Himes and Dale Mabry.

From thE wESt • I-275 to North Dale Mabry or • Highway 60 East to Spruce Street East to North Dale Mabry. Stadium is approximately one mile north, between Himes and Dale Mabry. From thE tamPa P airPort Pa • Start out going south on Bessie Coleman Blvd. • Take the SPRUCE ST/SR-616 E ramp. • Merge onto FL-589 S. • Turn left onto N Dale Mabry Hwy/US-92/FL-600. • Stadium is approximately one mile ahead. mEdia ParKing lot 7 iS loCatEd on thE South SidE oF raymond JamES ST DIUM. STa

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What is the Bulls Club? The Bulls Club is charged with advancing the USF Athletics program through private philanthropic support. As we enter our fourth year of BIG EAST competition, the Bulls Club is larger and stronger than ever, and its members have been the backbone of the program’s incredible growth. These fans, friends and alumni provide the needed resources so our student-athletes and coaches can write the next chapter in Bulls history. As investors in one of the fastest growing intercollegiate athletic programs in the country, donors are recognized for their critical role in advancing USF athletics and receive special consideration for priority seating and parking at USF competitions, invitations to special events and other benefits. The levels of support from fans, friends and alumni have continued to increase as the level of competition USF faces on the field becomes more challenging. The Bulls Club has annual, capital and endowment giving goals. Annual giving, defined as annually-repeatable gifts for operating support, seeks both to “build the base out” by increasing the numbers of Bulls Club donors and to “build the base up” by growing levels of investment by existing donors. To that end, the Iron Bulls program was established for donors who make an extraordinary annual commitment to the green and gold. Iron Bulls make unrestricted annual gifts of at least $10,000 and are recognized as leaders, helping USF compete for championships at the highest levels. The primary capital and endowment goals for the Bulls Club over the next five years will focus on the Athletics District Master Plan and growing the scholarship endowment. The Athletics District Master Plan includes new practice and competition facilities for football, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, softball, baseball, and men’s and women’s track and field.

More than $7 million Total amount of pledged support to USF Athletics during the 2007-08 fiscal year. This includes gifts and pledges that will help USF Athletics build the necessary facilities needed to compete in the BIG EAST Conference and for national championships in a addition to the operating support needed to run the day to day operations of a BCS program.

$2.5 million Total amount of gifts made by Bulls Club members to the Stampede Athletic Fund and Scholarship Operating Fund for USF Athletics. These funds are used for the day to day operations.

Over 3,500 Number of families, businesses, and private organizations that made gifts to USF Athletics through the Bulls Club during the 2007-08 fiscal year, an increase of more than 400 members from the previous year.

Ready To Join The Bulls Club? To become a member of the Bulls Club: Eric Soncrant, Assistant AD/Executive Director 813-974-3481. soncrant@admin.usf.edu For more information on capital/endowment giving: Vicki Mitchell, Associate AD/Development: 813-974-1889. vmitchell@admin.usf.edu

70-Plus Current donors classified as Iron Bulls, Iron Bull Legacy, or Iron Bull Champions. These donors contribute a minimum of $10,0000 annually for the operational support of USF Athletics.

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