Feb. 28, 2009
A weekly Q&A with an OldDominionUniversity football player
Offensive Line
6-1, 285, So.
La Palma, Calif.
Kennedy / FullertonCollege
When did you begin playing football?
In the 4th grade
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
My father
Why did you choose to attend ODU?
I felt like they had a lot of potential
What has been the biggest difference between high school football and college football?
The competition that goes on in practice
What has it been the best part about being a member of ODU’s first football team in over 60 years?
The opportunity to set the bar high
If you could play another position what would it be and why?
Defensive tackle because that’s what I used to play
Favorite sports other than your own?
Basketball
After meeting Coach Wilder for the first time, what were your thoughts?
He is a calm and collective person who knows what he wants
After meeting your position coach for the first time, what were your thoughts?
He could really help me improve my skills
If you could line up opposite any player in the NFL and go 1-on-1, who would it be and why?
Darnell Dockett, the Cardinals defensive tackle
What is one thing people would be surprised to learn about you?
I’m Native American
What is your dream job?
Civil engineer
What is your most valued possession?
My brain
What is your favorite place to eat on campus?
Webb Center