Robert Morris University Athletics

Strong, quick running back who saw his first significant action in 2007 ... Served as the backup at halfback and saw a lot of time on third down ... Soft hands allow him to make the catch out of the backfield ... Should continue progression as a reliable option for the Colonials in 2008 ... Sat out the 2006 campaign to concentrate on academics.
 
Career Highlights: 2007: Appeared in all 10 games, earning one start at halfback ... Finished the season with 59 attempts for 222 yards ... Recorded eight receptions for 22 yards ... Earned the start at halfback in the season opener against Dayton (9/1), finishing with nine carries for 25 yards ... Rushed eight times for a career-high 51 yards in a 20-17 victory @ Monmouth (9/8) ... Finished with five rushes for 26 yards against VMI (9/29) ... On a career-high 10 carries finished with 30 yards rushing in a 41-31 win over Sacred Heart (11/10) ... Also caught a 22-yard pass against the Pioneers. 2006: Sat out the season to concentrate on academics. High School Highlights: Earned three letters under head coach Michael Mayo ... Owns the Charles H. Flowers single-game (247) and single-season (2,333) records for rushing yards ... Named the team's most valuable player and offensive player of the year as a senior in 2005. Personal: Born Jan. 3, 1988 ... Major is communication.