Opened eyes during the spring as he battled for a starting spot on the offensive line... heads into fall practice as the starter at right guard... can play a variety of positions along the line... physical run blocker who has increased speed to become a better pass protector... should see action on special teams... 2003: Sat out last season to concentrate on academics... 2002: Redshirted as a true freshman... High School: Prepped at Port Neches-Groves High School where he was an All-District offensive lineman as a senior... selected All-State in 2001... picked to the Port Arthur News Super Team... ranked one of the Top 10 OL in the area by the Houston Chronicle... also grabbed Super Gold squad honors from the Beaumont Enterprise... was an All-District selection as a defensive lineman while a junior... Personal: Born March 1, 1984 ... undecided on college major.