Valdosta Athletics

PRIOR TO VALDOSTA STATE: Played at Charleston Southern where he graduated with a degree in Kinseology ... Started all 11 games for the Bucs in 2017 ... Led the team in knockdown blocks with 62 that season ... Also was part of line that helped CSU finish 26th in FCS in rushing offense and 22nd in tackles for loss allowed (4.91) ... Named Georgia 8-AAAA First Team All-Region, and AAAA Second Team All-State as a senior offensive lineman ... Recorded five sacks, 36 tackles, and 13 tackles for loss during a dominant senior season ... Also starred on the offensive line, posting 87 knockdowns, 37 pancake blocks, and 29 key blocks ... Named Defensive and Offensive Player of the Week in the region multiple times ... Played under coach Terry Tuley at North Oconee.