Has worked in both the offensive and defensive lines since joining the program ... One of the stronger players on the roster with a bench press in excess of 400 pounds.
2010 (Sophomore): Limited varsity action.
2009 (Freshman): Saw action against Grambling State as an offensive lineman.
2008: Redshirt.
High School: A first-team Texas 4A all-state selection ... An all-district selection and named by Scout.com as prospect No. 247 in talent-rich Texas ... Prep coaches graded him at 94 percent as a senior ... Did not allow a sack his final season and was credited with 45 pancake blocks.
Personal: Born Nov. 1, 1989, in Fort Worth ... Son of Tonja Black ... Majoring in business management ... Also a member of his high school's power-lifting team.
