Notes:
2010 Preseason Lott Trophy Award Watch List...Burst onto scene in 2009, earning a starting role at weakside linebacker and ranking second on team with 72 tackles, while also returning an interception 62 yards for a touchdown...Continued strong play in 2010 campaign, tallying 78 tackles (second on team), including eight TFLs and one sack, while adding a 74-yard interception return for touchdown and two forced fumbles...Average athleticism at best...Not particularly quick...Lacks NFL-level strength for a linebacker...Solid tackler...Compensates with ball-hawking skill and nose for ball...High motor...Big-play ability...Underwent arthroscopic surgery on ankle prior to 2010 season.