terback after Klay Kubiak’s season-ending shoulder surgery…Returned to action in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), playing receiver…In 71 SCOTT ALBRITTON awl-BRITT-in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), had both a carry and reception, a 16-yard sideline grab late in the game…In loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), saw occasional snaps as a QB…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), made his first career start, at WR, and had two receptions within LONG SNAPPER | 6-3 | 229 | JUNIOR |1L | SAN DIEGO, CALIF. (SANTA BARBARA CC) the team’s initial three plays, matching a career best; went on to catch four passes in the contest…Made a significant transition to 2009 (Junior): CSU’s all-important long snapper for punts and placements, played in all 12 contests…Had three tackles quarterback after the Rebels game and the two bye-week practices, taking his most reps at the position since the fall of 2008…Did (two solo) on special teams…A versatile athlete, won the team’s fall bowling competition, and also occasionally handled the Rams’ not play at New Mexico (Nov. 21) or vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), when he was the team’s No. 2 quarterback. onside kicking duties…In win at Colorado (Sept. 6), sprinted down the field on CSU’s first punt to combine with DeAngelo Wilkin- 2008 (Freshman): Played in eight games…Caught two passes for 11 yards (5.5 avg.), threw an incomplete pass and had son on a coverage stop, holding Jason Espinoza to a 2-yard return…Booted an onsides kick late in the loss at BYU (Sept. 26). two carries for 2 yards…Having never played wide receiver previously, began taking reps as a scout-team wideout after the Rams’ 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as the Rams’ long snapper for punts Week 2 contest, with CSU hoping to find an outlet for his athleticism after he won the slam-dunk contest of the spring Rams Su- and placements…Made three tackles (all assists) on the CSU punt coverage unit. perstars Competition with a 360-degree jam…Moved into the game plan prior to the team’s third tilt, vs. Houston (Sept. 20), and Junior College: Called by nationally renowned consultant Chris Rubio the No. 7 long snapper among Class of 2008 re- actually made his college debut, officially on the field as a receiver for one snap, in Cougars contest…Got his first touch one week cruits…Opted to use his redshirt year in 2007, and did not play…Sustained ligament damage in his finger prior to his 2006 fresh- later at Cal (Sept. 27), taking a direct snap for a 10-yard gain and a first down…Against TCU (Oct. 11), made the first two recep- man season and missed the first five games, then played exclusively as the Vaqueros' deep snapper over the balance of that tions of his career, both from Klay Kubiak on the same third-quarter drive…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. year…Head coach was Reggie Bolton…In May, attended the Chris Sailer Kicking and Snapping Camp in Las Vegas…Enrolled at 20), threw his first career pass, a third-quarter incompletion on a reverse pass, intended for QB Billy Farris. CSU in time for 2008 spring practice…Also drew interest from Baylor, Idaho State, UTEP, Portland State and UNLV. 2007: Redshirted in his first season of college eligibility. High School: A first-team all-conference linebacker as a senior at Clairemont High School in San Diego, also played full- High School: A 2006 Wendy's High School Heisman Nominee at Lake Highland Preparatory School in Orlando, Fla., was back for the Chieftains…As a junior, helped the team to a Harbor League championship, its first CHS conference title in more than voted state athlete of the year in 2007…Lettered in five sports: football (4), (3), (2), track and field (2) and two decades, and a berth in the CIF playoffs…Voted his team's MVP…One of only two junior starters, spent most of the `04 sea- weightlifting (3)…Earned 2005 District 10 player of the year and second-team all-state honors as a junior…Won Lake Highland son at linebacker…CHS also earned conference titles his freshman and sophomore seasons…Played against new Rams teammate football offensive MVP in 2005, and the 2006 team leadership award…Helped lead Lake Highland to a district championship as a Lester Arnold (Point Loma)…Head coach was Rian Floco…Lettered three years in both football and , in which he also sophomore in 2004, followed by consecutive district runner-up finishes in ‘05 and ‘06…Competed against 2007 Heisman Trophy earned first-team all-conference accolades…An honor roll student, as a senior was voted by coaches as the CHS Male Athlete of winner Tim Tebow (Ponte Vedra Beach)…Named to the nation’s Elite 100 QBs, Class of 2007, by Rivals.com/EA Sports…A mem- the Year…Also was selected to play in the Alex Spanos All-Star Classic, featuring the county's top seniors, in a contest played at ber of the National Junior Honor Society…Also was named in 2005 the best jumper on his Lake Highland track team…Played small Mesa College, where Steve Fairchild began his college career. forward in basketball pitched and played first base in baseball, and ran the 200 and 400 meters and made jumps in track…High Personal: Given name Scott Joseph Albritton…Last name is pronounced awl-BRITT-in…Born Nov. 25, 1987, in San school football coach was his father, Tim Borcky Sr. Diego…Parents are Richard and Sue Herz…Has two older brothers, Jeff and Greg…Majoring in liberal arts at Colorado State…En- Personal: Given name Timothy Joseph Borcky Jr. …Born June 24, 1989, in Memphis, Tenn. …Son of Tim and Mary-Ann joys surfing and the outdoors in his spare time…Hometown: San Diego. Borcky…Has a younger brother…Majoring in economics…Hometown: Orlando, Fla.

55 SCOTT BENEDICT DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-4 | 289 | SENIOR | 3L | AURORA, COLO. (RANGEVIEW) Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .8 0 2 11 5.5 0 6 2.8 2 2 1.0 0 10 4 13 2009 (Senior): Played in all 12 contests on special teams and as an occasional weakside guard…Saw reserve action on 2009 Colorado State (so.) . . .7 1 6 60 10.0 0 19 8.6 3 9 3.0 0 4 9 69 the offensive line at weakside guard in huge 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), alternating with Jake Gdowski in filling void left by Career totals (two years) . . .15 1 8 71 8.9 0 19 4.7 5 11 2.2 0 10 13 82 Shelley Smith (ankle); helped Rams outgain the Buffs on the ground, 168-29…Saw considerable snaps as a backup guard in 35- Additional statistics — Attempted one incomplete pass, vs. Fresno State (12/20/08) 20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 12)…Played on the offensive line for stretches of second half in losses at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) and vs. Air Force (Oct. 31). 39 DAVIS BURL 2008 (Junior): Played in eight games…Dressed but did not play in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), then in the 31 Rams’ first home contest, a dramatic 23-20 win over Sacramento State (Sept. 6), played the entire second half at weak-side LINEBACKER | 6-2 | 205 | FRESHMAN | RS | AURORA, COLO. (GRANDVIEW) guard…In 28-25 victory vs. Houston (Sept. 20), played the last half of the third quarter at center in place of an injured Tim Wal- 2009 (Freshman): Saw action in all 12 games, with three starts…Recorded 15 stops (five solo)…In his first college ter (knee)…Played briefly for an injured Shelley Smith at Cal (Sept. 27), at weak-side guard in the second half…Against TCU (Oct. game, a resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), made a huge special-teams tackle early in the fourth quarter, dropping punt 11), played the entire second half at strong-side guard for an injured Adrian Martinez, then saw fourth-quarter action on the line returner Jason Espinoza for a 1-yard loss inside the Buffs’ 10; the CSU defense then forced a punt and the Rams kicked a field goal at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18)…Also saw brief second-half action in 45-42 loss to No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1)…Played in place of an injured on the ensuing series to take a 23-10 lead…Played on defense late in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)…Made his first career start Adrian Martinez (knee) at strong-side guard much of the day in win vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15). in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), and posted six tackles…Pressed into action late in first quarter after Michael Kawulok’s knee injury, 2007 (Sophomore): Started at guard in all three of his games played, vs. Cal (Sept. 8), at Houston (Sept. 22) and vs. Air played balance of the game in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24)…Started at SLB in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31)…Sustained ankle Force (Oct. 13), before a foot injury sidelined him the remainder of the year. injury in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7) and did not start, but played, in loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), on his birthday. 2006 (Freshman): Started a total of six games at both guard positions…Saw playing time vs. Weber State (Sept. 2) and 2008: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Fresno State (Sept. 30)…Made his first career start, at left guard, vs. UNLV (Oct. 7) and started the next five games…Did not start High School: Helped Grandview High School in Aurora, Colo., win the 2007 Class 5A Colorado state championship, a at Utah (Nov. 11) or at San Diego State (Dec. 2) but saw significant playing time in each…Started at right guard vs. TCU (Nov. 25). thrilling 20-14 overtime win over Douglas County at INVESCO Field at Mile High…Played safety and running back for the 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Wolves…As a senior, rushed for 427 yards on 114 carries, with three TDs…Head coach was John Schultz…Prior to his junior year, High School: A two-way stalwart at Rangeview High School in Aurora, Colo., earned first-team all-state recognition from transferred to Grandview from Cherry Creek and could play only in the final six games due to state transfer rules…Played against the Rocky Mountain News…First-team all-conference selection as both an offensive and defensive lineman…Three-year letter- new teammate Ricky Brewer (Mullen) in high school…In addition to his three letters in football, also lettered four years in winner in football…Participated in the Colorado all-star game…Also lettered four years in track and field as a thrower…Earned track…Served as football team captain in 2007, and a track team captain as a junior…His track team's MVP for three years, earned the Army Reserve Scholar Athlete Award…Played for head football coach Dave Gonzales. all-state and all-conference accolades in 2007…Specialized in the 100- and 200-meter dash, establishing school records in both Personal: Given name James Scott Benedict…Born Feb. 1, 1987, in Englewood, Colo. …Son of Jim and Carol Bene- events…As a freshman, attended Cherry Creek High School in Englewood, Colo., earning the Bruins’ most valuable athlete award dict…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Aurora, Colo. Career Division I games played/started — 34/9 (12/0 in 2009; 8/0 in track…Also drew interest from Kansas State, Arizona State, Louisville, Oregon and Colorado. in 2008; 3/3 in 2007, 11/6 in 2006) Personal: Given name Davis A. Burl…Born Nov. 21, 1989, in Aurora, Colo. …Parents are Gary and Judy Burl…Has an older brother…Grandfather, the late Alex Burl, is in CSU's Hall of Fame for his athletic accomplishments as a track and football student- 17 T.J. BORCKY athlete, as well as his contributions to youth and high school sports over a distinguished career in Denver Public Schools; he WR/QB | 6-4 | 202 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | ORLANDO, FLA. (LAKE HIGHLAND PREP) played two years for the NFL's Chicago Cardinals…Both his father, Gary, and two uncles, Farley and Gerald, played football and ran track at Arizona State…Gary went on to play for the NFL's Miami Dolphins…An uncle, Darrell (), and cousin, Gerett 2009 (Sophomore): Played in seven games as a wide receiver, with one start…Served as a reserve quarterback late in (football), competed at the University of Colorado…Majoring in communications studies…Hometown: Aurora, Colo. the season, but did not play…Caught six passes for 60 yards (10.0 avg.)…An occasional wildcat QB, also ran three times for 9 yards (3.0 avg.)…In second quarter of 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), made two significant contributions on a seven-play, DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — 85-yard touchdown drive; first, made a key crack-back block to help spring Leonard Mason on a 14-yard run, then caught a 19- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD yard pass to pierce the Wildcats’ red zone…In 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), left in the first quarter with an ankle injury, but re- 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 3 5 10 15 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 turned in the second quarter; later left after aggravating the injury in the third quarter and did not return…Did not play in losses at BYU (Sept. 26), at Idaho (Oct. 3) and vs. Utah (Oct. 10)…Following Utes game, began taking practice reps as the team’s third quar-

FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON goal percentage (.724)…Steve also kicked a 60-yarder vs. Air Force in 1985, the second-longest kick in CSU annals…Uncle, Dave, was CU's kicker for three seasons (1984, 1986-87)…The two squared off once in college, a 23-7 CSU victory on Sept. 6, 1986, at 61 EUGENE DANIELS Folsom Field…Majoring in animal science at Colorado State…In his spare time, enjoys snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, skiing and DEFENSIVE LINE | 6-3 | 240 | SOPHOMORE | VR | FORT HOOD, (SHOEMAKER) working on his family ranch…Hometown: Steamboat Springs, Colo. 2009 (Sophomore): Played in seven games as a reserve defensive end…Had eight stops (five solo), 1½ for loss, ½ sack, DIVISION I STATISTICS Field Goals — XPts — Kickoffs — one pass deflection and a forced fumble…Made his college debut in resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); saw fourth-quar- Year School GP Att Made Pct Lg Blkd Att Made Pct. Points No TB Pct ter action late as part of CSU’s defensive-line rotation…Also saw line action in 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), and sniffed 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .6 5 4 80.0 36 1 6 6 100.0 18 24 4 16.7 out a screen to throw RB Treyvn Smith for a 3-yard loss in the first quarter, and the Wildcats missed a field goal three plays 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 16 12 75.0 47 0 29 26 89.7 62 22 1 0.1 later…Saw considerable defensive snaps in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), including a fourth-quarter play in which he broke up Career totals (two years) . . .18 21 16 76.2 47 1 35 32 91.4 80 46 5 10.9 a Colin Kaepernick pass on second-and-goal, one play before Nick Oppenneer recovered a Wolf Pack fumble…Sustained knee in- jury vs. Nevada and did not play in losses at BYU (Sept. 26), at Idaho (Oct. 3) vs. Utah (Oct. 10), or at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…Re- FIELD GOALS turned to action in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), sharing his first career sack with Andy Clements late in the first half; forced Year School Att-Made Pct 1-19 Pct 20-29 Pct 30-39 Pct 40-49 Pct 50+ Pct a Ryan Lindley fumble on the play. 2008 Colorado State (fr.) ...... 4-5 80.0 0-0 - 3-3 100.0 1-2 50.0 0-0 - 0-0 - 2008 (Freshman): Did not play; spent season as varsity reserve performer. 2009 Colorado State (so.) . . .12-16 76.9 1-1 100.0 5-5 100.0 2-5 50.0 4-4 100.0 0-1 0.0 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Career totals (two years) ...... 16-21 76.2 1-1 100.0 8-8 100.0 3-7 42.9 4-4 100.0 0-1 0.0 High School: Named football defensive MVP for Shoemaker High School in Killeen, Texas…Named to first team all-district and all-academic squads…A three-sport athlete at Shoemaker and two-sport varsity letterwinner, also played center in basketball 12 JON EASTMAN and threw the shot put in track and field…Named to the distinguished academic honor roll twice and the distinguished graduation QUARTERBACK | 6-2 | 219 | JUNIOR | JC | SANDY, UTAH (SNOW COLLEGE) plan…High school football coach was Ken Gray. 2009 (Junior): A cerebral quarterback, played in six games, with one start, after transferring to CSU from Snow College, Personal: Given name Eugene Anthony Daniels II…Born Feb. 12, 1989, in Manhattan, N.Y. …Son of Eugene and Leah where he led the team to the 2008 junior college national championship…Completed 62.3 percent of his passes (43-for-69), with Daniels…Has two sisters…Majoring in political science…Hometown: Fort Hood, Texas. two TDs and three INTs…Battled senior Grant Stucker for five months, beginning in spring practice, for the starting role…Made Division I debut late in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), but didn’t attempt a pass as the Rams worked to run out the clock…Played DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — the last several series in second half of loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), including his first Division I passes; completed a deep ball to Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD Byron Steele for 44 yards in the fourth quarter…Engineered two fourth-quarter drives in 34-16 loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), including 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 an eight-play touchdown march…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), entered in the second quarter and engineered five straight series, be- 2009 Colorado State (so.) . . .7 0 5 3 8 1.5 9 0.5 6 1 0 0 0 0 1 fore Stucker returned in the fourth quarter; on first series, orchestrated CSU’s longest scoring march in terms of plays (15) and Career totals (two years) . . . .7 0 5 3 8 1.5 9 0.5 6 1 0 0 0 0 1 time (9:14), a touchdown drive that knotted the score, 7-7; also engineered a third-quarter FG drive, converting a third-down with a 27-yard strike to Rashaun Greer to extend the drive, before throwing an interception on his final drive…Entered midway through 14 BEN DeLINE duh-LINE a second-quarter drive at New Mexico (Nov. 21), replacing an injured Stucker (chest), and guided the Rams over the balance of a KICKER | 6-0 | 175 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, COLO. (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS) 12-play, 87-yard TD drive to pull CSU to within 17-14; nearly guided the team to a comeback win, throwing a go-ahead, 50-yard TD pass to Lou Greenwood early in the fourth quarter, standing in the pocket to absorb a hit after releasing the pass, his first Di- 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games as the Rams’ primary FG and PAT kicker…Hit 12 of 16 field-goal attempts (75 vision I TD toss…In season-ending 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), made his first Division I start, and completed his first nine percent),inclduing 4-for-5 from 40-plus yards, and 26 of 29 PAT attempts (all three misses were blocked)…In resounding 23-17 passes until a deep incompletion late in the second quarter; finished 22-of-30 for 185 yards, with one TD and one INT — his final 32 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), hit all three field-goal attempts 23 years to the day of CSU’s last Boulder win, when his dad, Steve, also pass which was picked off after deflecting off his intended receiver…Orchestrated a nine-play, 61-yard drive to open the second kicked three field goals to help the Rams knock off the Buffs…Gave CSU an important two-score lead late in the third quarter of half, erasing the Cowboys’ 7-6 advantage with a 4-yard TD pass to Zac Pauga; earlier, broke a scoreless tie by engineering an 11- Buffs contest with a 45-yard field goal, longest of his early career…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), connected play, 85-yard TD march in the second quarter, completing all six passes on the drive. on a 38-yard field goal in the fourth quarter, and notched his first 2009 touchback to open the second half…In 31-29 loss at Idaho Junior College: Enrolled for spring 2009 semester at Colorado State and began competing immediately for the Rams' (Oct. 3), missed the longest attempt of his career, a 50-yarder, early in the second half, but answered with a successful 43-yard FG starting QB position in spring practice…A team captain in 2008 at Snow, missed the first nine games of the season due to a foot to pull the Rams within one at 24-23 later in the third quarter…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), hit a 43-yard field goal in cold and injury…Completed 60-of-89 passes (67 percent) for 804 yards and eight TDs, with only three INTs…Led the Badgers to the NJCAA windy conditions to knot the game in the second quarter …Helped the Rams to a 6-0 first quarter lead in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. national championship game, the Top of the Mountain Bowl, a 37-30 double-overtime loss to Butler Community College…In the 17), including a career-long 47-yarder, improving to 4-for-4 in his career from the 40-49 distance…Hit a 22-yard FG in loss vs. Air game, completed 19-of-32 passes for 266 yards and two TDs yards…Snow ended the season ranked as the No. 2 JUCO team in Force (Oct. 31) that got the Rams back in the game…In fourth quarter of 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), nailed a 23-yard field the nation…In his first game back from the injury, completed 24 of 31 passes for 333 yards and four touchdowns, without an in- goal to give CSU a 16-14 advantage with 7:28 remaining in the game. terception…Has run the 40-yard dash in 4.5 seconds and owns a 495-pound squat…As a freshman, played in seven games, com- 2008 (Freshman): Thrust into action after a fall camp injury to senior Jason Smith, played in six games and did not play pleting 98-of-167 passes for 1,647 yards, with 15 touchdowns and only eight interceptions…Head coach was Steve in the final seven contests…Connected on four of his five field-goal attempts (80 percent), his only miss a block…Also hit all six Coburn…Carried a 3.52 GPA and wants to major in accounting at Colorado State…Attended Weber State for a semester before PATs and had four touchbacks on 24 kickoffs…The first true freshman kicker at CSU since C.W. Hurst in 1997, made his debut in leaving on a two-year LDS mission in Brazil…Also recruited by Utah State and Wyoming. the season opener, vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), and connected on all his kicks, including his first college attempt, from 26 yards…One High School: Was team captain as a senior at Class 5A Hillcrest High School in Midvale, Utah…Was the Region 2 Offen- week later, hit three fourth-quarter field goals, including the game-tying and game-winning kicks in the final 89 seconds, to dis- sive Player of the Year in 2003, when he also punted…As a junior, passed for 2,307 yards and 21 touchdowns…Transferred to Hill- patch Sacramento State (Sept. 6), 23-20; his 20-yard kick as time expired was the first game-winning field goal by a CSU kicker crest after his sophomore year, from Inglemoor High School in Bothell, Wash. …Earned four varsity letters…Played basketball as since Jeff Babcock hit such a FG exactly five years earlier, at Cal (Sept. 6, 2003)…The Sacramento State effort, along with his two a sophomore…Head coach at HHS was the late Bruce Takeno. touchbacks on kickoffs, earned him MWC Special Teams Player of the Week honors, as well as national recognition from the or- Personal: Given name Jonathan Grant Eastman…Born Feb. 4, 1986, in Ft. Morgan, Colo. …Son of Stuart and Judith East- ganization that selects the Lou Groza Award as a ‘Star of the Week’…In first half of eventual 28-25 win vs. Houston (Sept. 20), had man…Has 10 siblings, five older brothers, one younger brother, three older sisters and one younger sister…All of his brothers a field goal blocked, the first official miss of his career. played quarterback in high school, and he is the fifth in the family to play quarterback in college…Brother Eric played at a junior High School: Garnered Class 3A all-state and all-Western Slope League honors each of his final two seasons at Steamboat college, Caleb at Idaho State, Seth at Air Force, and Adam is currently at Utah State…Majoring in business administration…Home- Springs (Colo.) High School…Made solid contributions in all three phases, including several starts as a wide receiver and linebacker, town: Sandy, Utah. in addition to his special teams duties…As a senior, his kicks helped Steamboat Springs win several close games en route to a 7- DIVISION I STATISTICS Passing — Rushing — 4 record and a berth in the first round of the Class 3A state playoffs, where the Sailors lost in Fort Collins to Fossil Ridge…In Year School GP GS Effic Cmp- Att- Int Pct Yds TD Lg Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long 2007, caught four passes for 42 yards, and notched 74 tackles and five sacks…Also recorded approximately 25 touchbacks on 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .6 1 123.33 43 69 3 62.3 494 2 50 82.3 8 -26 -3.3 0 22 kickoffs as a senior team captain…On defense, had three sacks against Moffat County in 2007…As a junior, earned first-team all- conference honors, helping SSHS to a Western Slope championship; hit a career-long 51-yard field goal vs. Palisade…In 2005, 25 TRAVIS FORD kicked a game-winning field goal to beat Cortez in quadruple overtime…Head coach was Aaron Finch, an offensive lineman for CSU during Steve Fairchild's playing career…Lettered four years in football and three in . SAFETY | 6-3 | 205 | JUNIOR | JC | OAKLAND, CALIF. (LANEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE) Personal: Given name Benjamin Braun DeLine…Born Sept. 24, 1989, in Denver, Colo. …Parents are Steve and Karen De- 2009 (Junior): Played in 11 games with one start after transferring to Colorado State…Had 19 tackles (13 solo) and one Line…Has a younger sister and a younger brother…Both parents are CSU graduates, including father Steve, the Rams' placekicker pass breakup…Made Division I debut on special teams in season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6)…In triumph vs. Weber State from 1984-86 who ranks sixth on the school's all-time scoring list (200 points), fourth in career field goals (42) and fourth in field- FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense (Sept. 12), saw action in the defensive secondary on several series…Sustained ankle injury at Idaho (Oct. 3) and did not play fol- lowing week vs. Utah (Oct. 10)…Played on defense during fourth quarter of loss at TCU (Oct. 17), and saw several snaps from Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds scrimmage in losses vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and at UNLV (Nov. 7)…Spelled an injured Ivory Herd in the fourth quarter of last-sec- 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .13 0 13 88 6.8 0 12 6.8 0 0 0.0 0 0 13 88 ond loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), and broke up a pass early in the final period…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), made first 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .10 0 2 50 25.0 0 43 5.6 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 50 Division I start, replacing an injured Herd at strong safety Career totals (two years) . . .23 0 15 138 9.2 0 43 6.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 15 138 Junior College: Was all-Golden Gate Conference in 2008, when he was the Falcons’ second-leading tackler…Added two 58 JAKE GDOWSKI guh-DOW-skee sacks, two interceptions and three quarterback hurries…Returned an interception 40 yards for a touchdown against rival Chabot…Head coach was Gerald Uchium…Played one season at Laney with former CSU defensive lineman Sevaro John- OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-3 | 301 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | GRAND ISLAND, NEB. (GRAND ISLAND) son…Originally committed to Marshall…Also recruited by Oregon, Kansas, New Mexico, San Diego State, UNLV, Utah, Marshall, 2009 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games, with four starts, the season’s first four games at weakside guard…Among CSU’s Troy, Arizona State…Timed at 4.56 seconds in the 40-yard dash. strongest players, established a team record with 32 reps on the bench press in an NFL Combine-style test at the 2009 Rams Su- High School: At Clayton Valley High School in Concord, Calif., helped his team to the first round of the CIF state playoffs perstars Competition in April at Moby Arena…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), with starter Shelley Smith (ankle) as a senior…Head coach was Herc Pardi…A two-sport athlete, lettered four years in football and three in basketball…Was an all- out, made his first career start in only his second college game, on his 21st birthday…Helped Rams outgain the Buffs on the league selection on the defensive side of the ball in both 2006 and ‘07…Served as team captain his senior year…Holds the school ground, 168-29…After Smith returned to the lineup, saw reserve action at guard in most games over the balance of the season. record for most tackles in one season. 2008 (Freshman): Saw action in one game, his college debut, late in the loss at Cal (Sept. 27). Personal: Given name Travis Ford…Born Dec. 9, 1988 in San Francisco, Calif. …Son of Laura and Michael Ford…Brother, 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Tyler Ford, encouraged him to continue playing football in high school…Older brother, Aaron Johnson, played football at Marshall High School: Earned football MVP honors his senior year at Grand Island (Neb.) Senior High School…The Tri-City honorary …Undecided on a major at Colorado State…Hometown: Oakland, Calif. offensive football captain, was a first-team all-state Class A selection…A three-sport athlete, also lettered four years in both bas- DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — ketball and track and field…On two occasions, won the Grand Island strongest man competition…Named academic all-state two Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD years in a row…A member of the National Honor Society, he was the valedictorian in a class of more than 400 students…High 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .11 1 13 6 19 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 school football coach was Jeff Tomlin. Personal: Given name Jacob Thomas Gdowski…Born Sept. 6, 1988, in Omaha, Neb. …Son of Tom and Becky Gdowski…Has one brother…Majoring in business administration…Home- 27 JOSH GABLER GABB-ler Career Division I games played/started — 13/4 (12/4 in 2009; 1/0 town: Grand Island, Neb. SAFETY | 6-0 | 210 | SENIOR | 1L | LONGMONT, COLO. (SKYLINE) in 2008). 2009 (Senior): Saw action in all 12 games, primarily on special teams…Picked up four tackles (three solo) on the 19 NORMAN GEE JEE year…Broke his wrist in 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), but returned to action just one week later, with a cast, in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19). TIGHT END | 6-5 | 249 | SENIOR | 1L | SEVERNA PARK, MD. (DUKE) 2008 (Junior): Played in eight games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), all in a special-teams role…Made two cov- 2009 (Senior): Played in all 12 games as a reserve tight end and on special teams…Caught two passes for 30 yards on erage tackles…Saw his first collegiate action in Game 4 at Cal (Sept. 27). the year…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), provided a key block in helping John Mosure into the end zone for the 2007 (Sophomore): Spent the season as a varsity reserve in the defensive secondary. team’s first 2009 points, on the Rams’ initial drive…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), got a hand on a second-quarter 2006 (Freshman): Battled injury much of the season and did not play. Leonard Mason fumble, pushing the ball into the end zone where teammate Tim Walter recovered to give CSU a 17-6 lead…In 35- 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. 20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), made a nice goal-line block to usher John Mosure into the end zone for the day’s first points…Reg- High School: Received all-conference honors twice and all-area honors in 2004 at Skyline High School in Longmont, Colo. istered his initial 2009 reception in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), catching a 16-yard pass from WR Dion Morton to convert a third-and-1, …Named MVP of the Skyline High School football team…Received the male athlete of the year award in 2005…Holds the school his first catch since Sept. 20, 2008…In final college game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), made a big red-zone catch for 14 record for the 265-pound clean and 545-pound dead lift…A three-sport athlete at Skyline and three-sport varsity letterwinner, also yards to the Cowboys’ 10, setting up a go-ahead FG in the fourth quarter. was a four-year academic letterwinner and four-time academic all-state…High school football coach was Bob Knapton. 2008 (Junior): Played in 12 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20); made his Rams debut as a second tight end Personal: Given name Joshua G. Gabler…Born Dec. 13, 1986, in Fort Collins, Colo. …Son of Greg and Judy Gabler, both vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6)…Played mostly as a blocking tight end and on special teams, catching one pass for 1 yard on the 33 CSU graduates…Has two brothers and one sister…Majoring in computer engineering…Hometown: Longmont, Colo. year…Caught his first CSU pass late in loss at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18). 2007: Practiced with Colorado State but did not play, sitting out the season as a Division I transfer. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — 2006 (Sophomore): In final season at Duke, played in nine games with two starts, catching a pair of passes for 18 yards Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU (9.0 avg.)… Caught both of his passes in his first career start, against Miami (Oct. 21), including a 12-yarder…Also started vs. 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .0 0 ------Vanderbilt the following week (Oct. 28). 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .0 0 ------2005 (Freshman): Made his college debut at Duke in a win vs. the Virginia Military Institute (Sept. 17). 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .9 0 0 2 2 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 High School: Lettered three years in football at Severna Park (Md.) High School…Earned second-team all-county honors 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 0 3 1 4 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 from both the Annapolis Gazette and Baltimore Sun…Also received first-team all-county honors…Additionally lettered in basket- Career totals (four years) . . .21 0 3 3 6 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ball (3), earning team MVP honors, and lacrosse (2)…Head football coach was John Shuman…After DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — 1 RYAN GARDNER HS, went to Fork Union (Va.) Military Academy. Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G Personal: Given name Norman Martz 2005 Duke (fr.) ...... 1 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 WIDE RECEIVER | 6-1 | 180 | SENIOR | 1L | FAIRFIELD, CALIF. (DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE) Gee…Born May 6, 1986, in Vallejo, Calif. …Son of 2006 Duke (so.) ...... 9 2 2 18 9.0 0 12 2.0 2009 (Senior): Played in 10 games as a reserve, catching two passes for 50 yards…In huge 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. Norman and Heidi Gee…Has two sisters…Majoring 2007 Colorado State —Sat out season as NCAA Division I-A transfer— 6), beat his man down the right sideline to haul in a 43-yard reception, longest of his career, and set up a CSU field goal early in in liberal arts…Hometown: Severna Park, Md. 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .12 0 1 1 1.0 0 0 0.1 the second quarter. 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 0 2 30 15.0 0 16 2.5 2008 (Junior): Signed as a junior-college transfer in February, played in all 13 games…Caught 13 passes for 88 yards (6.8 Career totals (four years) . . .34 2 5 49 9.8 0 16 1.4 avg.) on the season…Made his Division I debut in season opener, vs. Colorado (Aug. 31)…Caught three passes in 28-25 triumph 3 CHRIS GIPSON vs. Houston (Sept. 20)…In win at Wyoming (Nov. 22) that gave CSU bowl eligibility, hauled in a third-down pass to move the LINEBACKER | 5-11 | 215 | FRESHMAN | RS | DALLAS, TEXAS (KIMBALL) chains on the Rams’ eventual game-winning drive, in the fourth quarter…Missed a portion of fall camp with an ankle injury…In 2009 (Freshman): Played in 10 games, with four starts…Finished second on the team with three sacks, and led all CSU New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), caught a third-down pass to keep alive a march that ended in a second-quar- freshmen with 56 tackles (23 solo), adding three pass breakups…Did not play in 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), then made his ter field goal…Has a 42-inch vertical leap and great speed. college debut six days later in 24-23 victory vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), entering the contest in the third quarter on defense…In Junior College: Speedy wideout, led Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, Calif., with 29 receptions for 680 yards (23.4 conference opener at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), after starter Alex Williams (knee) left after the game-opening kickoff, made his first avg.) and nine TDs in 2007…Came to Diablo Valley as a basketball player, and didn't play football for two years after high career start and registered six tackles and two sacks, playing the entire contest at MLB…Made back-to-back impact plays during school…Head coach was Mike Darr…Also recruited by Akron, Fresno State, Portland State, Utah State and Utah. second quarter of Cougars contest, his first career sack, dropping Max Hall to force a punt, then on the first snap of the next se- High School: All-conference and team MVP as a 2004 senior at Rodriguez High School in Fairfield, Calif. …Established his ries, breaking up a Hall pass; in second half, crushed Hall on a well-timed hit and later picked up his second sack…Made a sec- school’s career record for receiving yards…Head coach was Ken Naedu…Also lettered in basketball and track (team captain). ond straight start in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3); his first-quarter hurry helped to draw an intentional-grounding flag and force Personal: Given name Ryan Earl Gardner…Born July 14, 1987, in San Francisco, Calif. …Parents are Aaron and Rachael a punt…Sustained shoulder injury at Idaho (Oct. 3) and did not play following week in loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10)…Returned to ac- Guillory…Has a younger brother and two younger sisters…Majored in communications at Colorado State…Hometown: Fairfield, tion as reserve in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17); his third-down hurry that forced an Andy Dalton incompletion made TCU settle for Calif. a second-quarter FG…Started in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) and tied for the game high with 10 stops, including a PBU in which he nearly picked off late in the first half…Also started loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and left late in the third quarter after ag- FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON gravating the shoulder injury, and did not return…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), shot through the line to sack Omar Clayton for a 10- yard loss, forcing a punt…Played in the second half of last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21)…Late in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), combined to stop QB Austyn Carta-Samuels for no gain on a third-and-1 carry, forcing a FG attempt with 1:29 left. DIVISION I STATISTICS Rushing — Receiving — Com Offense 2008: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds High School: An honorable mention all-state selection (Texas Sportswriters Association), was a three-year starter and 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .11 0 42 147 3.5 2 14 13.4 13 221 17.0 2 50 55 368 helped Kimball High School in Dallas, Texas, to three consecutive playoff berths, and three straight District 14-4A league titles…As Punt Returns — Kickoff Returns — All-Purpose a senior in 2007, had 135 tackles, two INTs, 11 forced fumbles and five fumble recoveries…Also played fullback on offense…Voted district and team Defensive MVP as a senior…Helped the Knights to a berth in the 2007 Class 4A Region II playoffs, where KHS Year School No Yds Avg TD Long No Yds Avg TD Long Yds Avg/G sustained a 13-12 loss in the first round to Samuell…Earned the District 14 league Sophomore of the Year honors after his 2005 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 15 288 19.2 0 38 656 59.6 season…Was a three-year captain…Head coach was Darrell Jordan…Lettered four years in football and three times in track…Mem- ber of the National Honor Society…Also received interest from Kansas, Louisville, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, Fresno 84 RASHAUN GREER ray-SHAWN State, Florida, Notre Dame and Texas. WIDE RECEIVER | 6-1 | 202 | SENIOR | 1L | NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEV. (MOJAVE) Personal: Given name Christopher Dontae Gipson…Born Feb. 6, 1990, in Dallas, Texas…Parents are Yolanda Gipson Samuel 2009 (Senior): A preseason all-conference selection, played all 12 games, with 10 starts, and became the first CSU player and Kervin James…Has a younger brother and a younger sister…Cousin, Cam Nelson, is a starting strong safety at Ari- to lead the Rams in receiving for consecutive seasons since David Anderson (2003-05)…Had 49 catches for 734 yards (15.0 avg.), zona…Undeclared, interested in sports medicine as a Colorado State major…Hometown: Dallas, Texas. but didn’t reach the end zone…Finished his career tied for 10th on CSU’s all-time receiving yards list with 1,848, matching Dallas DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — Davis (1997-2001)…On the ground, had three carries for 56 yards…Also received recognition on the 2009 Biletnikoff Award watch Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD list…In season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6), drove a dagger into the Buffs by hauling in a 45-yard pass from Grant Stucker 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .10 4 23 33 56 4.0 20 3.0 18 0 0 0 0 0 3 down the right sideline early in the final period; the play set up CSU at the CU 2, and led to a field goal...Also blocked extremely well during Buffs contest, according to coaches…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State, delivered several highlight-reel catches en route 26 DEREK GOOD to his fourth career 100-yard receiving game; first, caught a 23-yard pass to set up a first-quarter field goal, then hauled in an early DEFENSIVE BACK | 5-10 | 200 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | BERTHOUD, COLO. (BERTHOUD) candidate for Catch of the Year, calmly tipping a slightly overthrown pass to himself and breaking into the open field for 39 yards, 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, exclusively in a special-teams role, where he had nine stops (three solo)…Con- helping the Rams escape the shadow of their goal line and preserving an eventual seven-play, 85-yard TD drive…In assertive 35- verted from running back to defensive back during fall camp. 20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), made three receptions – all to convert big third downs, including two on a key second-half touch- 2008 (Freshman): Played in the last 10 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), on most of the Rams’ special- down drive…Also against Wolf Pack, drew a pass interference and threw a block to spring RB John Mosure on a 10-yard run to teams units…Posted four tackles (three solo)…Voted by coaches the Scout Team Offensive Player of the Year. the 1, on respective first-quarter touchdown drives, helping the Rams build a 14-0 lead…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. (Sept. 26), after hauling in a 19-yard pass to pierce Cougar territory, endured a second first-quarter deflected pass that turned into a second interception, and did not play in the game’s final three quarters…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), recorded his fifth High School: A three-year letterman, twice earned all-state accolades at Berthoud (Colo.) High School…The Tri-Valley Con- career 100-yard receiving game, with seven grabs for 125 yards; in the first quarter, his 19-yard catch converted a key third down ference Player of the Year, team MVP and team captain as a senior, captured his school's touchdowns record and led the team to and set up the Rams’ first touchdown, he moved the chains early in the second half with another third-down grab, and had three an unblemished, 10-0 regular-season mark…Lettered three years in football, twice in track and once in basketball…Attended catches for 55 yards in the fourth quarter – all for big first downs – including two on the team’s late-game touchdown drive…In Churchill High School in Eugene, Ore., as a freshman. 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), drew a pass-interference flag early in the second half, helping the Rams on a go-ahead touchdown Personal: Given name Derek Demar Good…Born Jan. 15, 1989, in San Jose, Calif. …Son of Heidi and the late Matthew Good, drive; set up that TD with an electrifying 45-yard run off a multiple reverse, barely missing a score…On CSU’s next drive in Utes who passed away after watching his son enjoy an outstanding spring of practices in 2008…Majoring in construction manage- contest, snared a third-down catch to continue a TD drive that gave the Rams a 17-3 lead…Early in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), ment…Hometown: Berthoud, Colo. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — caught a 15-yard pass to provide important momentum en route to a field goal…Had six grabs in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), including a first-quarter catch in which he snatched the ball out of the air on an important 13-yard play during a TD drive; threw Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD a key block to help end that drive, on Tyson Liggett’s TD catch…Later in Aztecs contest, drew a pass-interference flag on a third- 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .10 0 3 1 4 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 down to keep alive a third-quarter TD march…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), made his first college start in his hometown and caught 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 0 3 6 9 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 seven passes for 77 yards, including the 100th reception of his career; surpassed both No. 12 Chris Pittman and No. 11 Kory 34 Career totals (two years) . . .22 0 6 7 13 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Sperry on the team’s all-time receiving yards list…Had three catches in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), including a 15- yard grab to move the chains on third down early in the second half; also threw a downfield block to help spring John Mosure on 33 LOU GREENWOOD a 39-yard run in the fourth quarter…In final college game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), caught a season-high eight passes, RUNNING BACK | 6-0 | 175 | FRESHMAN | HS | CONROE, TEXAS (CONROE) for 46 yards, including a third-down conversion that kept alive a march that ended with a go-ahead FG in the fourth quarter. 2009 (Freshman): Played in 11 games as a running back and kickoff-return man…Had 147 yards on 42 carries (3.5 avg.), 2008 (Junior): A second-team all-MWC choice (first-team by Phil Steele), the former CSU track athlete started all 13 scoring twice, and caught 13 passes for 221 yards and another two TDs…Also returned 15 kickoffs for 288 yards (19.2 avg.), an games…Became CSU’s first 1,000-yard receiver since David Anderson in 2005, leading the team in both catches (63) and receiv- extra dimension that helped persuade coaches to use him as a true freshman…Had impressive fall camp to earn more and more ing yards (1,114)…With more single-season receiving yards than all but two players in CSU history, Anderson (1,282 in 2003 and reps as the season neared…Sat out the opener at Colorado (Sept. 6), then made his college debut in 24-23 win vs. Weber State 1,221 in 2005) and Willie Miller (1,193 in 1974), finished fourth on that list…Finished 10th in the nation in average yards per catch (Sept. 12), seeing significant snaps…First entered contest during initial period, and actually caught a pass on his first play, but a (17.7), but of the nine players ahead of him on that list, only North Carolina’s Hakeem Nicks (18.0 avg., 68 catches) had more re- holding penalty wiped out the yardage…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), returned kickoffs during the sec- ceptions than Greer…Ranked 24th nationally in receiving yards per game (85.7)…Added three TDs…Over the previous 16 sea- ond half, including a 25-yarder late in the game…Broke out in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho, with four catches for 74 yards, including sons, since Greg Primus’ 67 grabs in 1991, only Anderson (2003 and ‘05) had more catches in a single campaign…Also carried his first career TD, a gorgeous, 39-yard screen pass in which he broke a tackle then raced most of the yards after the catch, bring- once for 5 yards…Made his first college start in season opener, vs. Colorado (Aug. 31)…His first career reception in Buffs con- ing the Rams to within two points in the final 2 minutes; two plays earlier, made a one-handed catch to gain critical yards and move test was the first pass of the game; later, in the second half, caught a 28-yard pass to convert a third down, then drew a pass-in- the chains…Earlier in Vandals contest, broke a tackle on a 20-yard gain during a first-quarter touchdown march, moved the chains terference penalty in the CU end zone to set up a field goal…Instrumental in the Rams’ first win, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), on another TD drive late in the first half, and provided a spark with a 38-yard kickoff return, setting up a third-quarter field totaled 152 yards on a career-best nine receptions, most by a CSU player since Johnny Walker had 10 against Colorado, Sept. 9, goal…Scored his first career rushing TD late in 34-16 loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), a 2-yard blast; set up the score with a 10-yard 2006…Drew two pass-interference penalties in Hornets contest, one on a go-ahead TD drive; set up that third-quarter TD with a run to the Falcons’ 2…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), had 122 all-purpose yards, including 65 rushing yards; set up a game-tying TD 22-yard reception to convert a third-and-12 and put CSU in the red zone…Then late in Hornets game, snagged a 7-yard reception with a 7-yard run off a statue of liberty play in the second quarter, then on a third-quarter FG drive, had three carries for 22 yards, on third-and-5 to set up the game-tying field goal…Against Houston (Sept. 20) on eventual game-winning drive, which kept the including a third-and-1 conversion, and a physical 13-yard effort in which he broke a tackle at first contact…Also had a 14-yard dangerous UH offense off the field for more than 7 minutes in the second half, caught a pair of third-down passes to keep drive run, dragging several tacklers with him over the final few yards…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), led all players with alive; CSU’s TD gave the Rams a 28-17 lead with less than 10 minutes remaining in 28-25 victory…Caught a career-long 63-yard 76 receiving yards, including a go-ahead 50-yard TD late in the third quarter; earlier, had a 13-yard carry on the Rams’ game-tying pass late in loss at Cal (Sept. 27)…Pivotal in CSU’s conference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), the Las Vegas native caught nine TD drive in the first quarter, and made a nice move to break a tackle and gain 20 receiving yards to convert a third-and-8 on a long passes for a career-most 211 yards, including his first career touchdown; became only the fifth player in program history to top third-quarter drive…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), gave the Rams a 6-0 lead with an 8-yard TD run. 200 yards (ranking fifth on the list), and the first since David Anderson in 2004…In Rebels contest, caught passes of 44 and 62 High School: Rushed for 734 yards in seven games and scored 12 touchdowns on just 102 carries as a senior at Conroe yards to set up important scores in a close game; his 23-yard grab bailed the Rams out of third-and-13 from their own 12, lead- (Texas) High School, helping the Tigers to a 6-4 record and a playoff berth… Named second-team District 14-5A and the 10th-best ing to a field goal that helped them overcome an early 14-3 deficit…Later, pierced the deep middle to haul in a 62-yard reception, running back in Texas by Recruiting Insider…A team captain, in the first half alone against Westside, rushed for 158 yards and four preserving the play on the 3-yard line after stealing the ball back from a UNLV defender to set up Gartrell Johnson’s go-ahead TD touchdowns…Had 172 yards and a touchdown vs. Seven Lakes…Rivals.com ranked him as the 44th-best running back in the coun- on the next play; then, in the game’s final minute on the Rams’ decisive drive, helped set up Johnson’s game-winning TD with an try and the No. 94 overall player in the state of Texas…As a junior, rushed for 812 yards and 13 touchdowns as Conroe made the 8-yard reception for a first down on the Rebels’ 18…Early in contest at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), on third-and-13, caught a 42-yard playoffs for the first time since 1999…Earned first-team all-district honors as a junior, and was named the district's Newcomer of pass to advance CSU out of the shadow of its end zone en route to a game-tying touchdown…Late in first half of Utes contest, the Year in 2006…Head coach was Roger Holtkamp…As a sophomore, rushed for 627 yards and eight TDs…Chose Colorado State drew a pass-interference penalty one play before snagging a sideline reception and perfectly dragging his toe in bounds with 3.4 over offers from Georgia Tech, Syracuse, Houston, Iowa State, Ole Miss and Baylor, and drew interest from several other schools. seconds left, setting up a 38-yard field goal; in second half, threw a nice block to help Gartrell Johnson to a 26-yard run…In im- Personal: Given name Lorenzo Gene Greenwood…Born April 14, 1991, in Conroe, Texas…Parents are Lorenzo (Lou) Green- FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON wood and the late Brenda Gillaspie…Has two older sisters, one younger sister and one younger brother…Undecided on a major at Colorado State…Hometown: Conroe, Texas. quarter with starter Elijah-Blu Smith sidelined by leg cramps…In fourth quarter of 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), saw emergency portant win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), caught a 48-yard pass on the first play of the second half, setting up a TD that erased the action at outside linebacker with Mychal Sisson (wind knocked out) sidelined for several snaps…Made first career start in loss at Rams’ halftime deficit; later, after SDSU returned the ensuing kickoff for a TD, caught a huge third-down pass to pierce the Aztecs’ No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), at strong safety in place of an injured Klint Kubiak, and registered six stops; blasted WR Jimmy Young on the 10-yard line, setting up another game-tying score, and finally, with the Rams tied late in the third stanza, drew a third-down pass- game’s second play, then combined with Mychal Sisson on the next snap to drop RB Joseph Turner and force punt…Later in interference flag to sustain a drive that produced CSU’s first lead…In tough, 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), had five catches Horned Frogs contest, broke up a sure TD pass intended for WR Ryan Christian near the goal line…In loss vs. San Diego State for 64 yards, including a 6-yard go ahead TD in the third quarter, and a 25-yard reception on third-and-5 to pull the Rams out of (Oct. 24), broke up a pass in his own end zone late in the first half, preserving a 21-7 Rams lead…In fourth quarter of loss vs. Air the shadow of their goal line…At Air Force (Nov. 8), caught seven passes for 145 yards, including a third-down grab for 23 yards Force (Oct. 31), forced a Jared Tew fumble recovered by CSU…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), broke up a third-down on a second-quarter scoring drive, and a fourth-down reception for 23 yards on a gutsy fourth-and-6 call in the third quarter; also pass in the end zone to force the Lobos to settle for a field goal on a 17-play drive; did not play during fourth quarter due to a leg broke up a potential interception earlier in the game and posted his first career carry, a 5-yard run…Saw a 44-yard gain wiped out injury…Did not start in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), but played as a reserve during much of the game. by penalty late in third quarter vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15), leaving him 5 yards shy of 1,000 on the season…In win at Wyoming (Nov. 2008 (Freshman): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), contributing a team-leading nine spe- 22) that made CSU bowl eligible, caught an 8-yard pass in the first quarter to move him past the 1,000-yard plateau on the year; cial-teams tackles (seven solo)…Made his college debut in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), recording one coverage stop, then, in the fourth quarter with CSU trailing 20-17, caught a short third-and-8 pass and broke a tackle to move the chains on the a touchdown-saving tackle on the second half’s opening kickoff…In CSU’s 23-20 win vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), delivered a Rams’ game-winning drive…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), caught the game-winning touchdown, a 69- resounding hit on a fourth-quarter kickoff, knocking the helmet off returner Evander Wilkins; two plays later, a defense inspired by yard bomb from Billy Farris that gave the Rams a 33-28 lead with 7 minutes left; the catch marked the longest of his career…Re- his hit forced a fumble to set up the game-winning FG. sponded to Steve Fairchild’s challenge after spring practice and held off stiff competition, new to the program in the fall, to keep 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of eligibility…Moved from RB to DB early in the fall and spent `07 as his starting role…A smooth, polished playmaker, is an excellent route runner, according to coaches, and only lacks experience. a scout-team corner…A late addition to the 2007 class, signed a letter of intent in late July, one week before fall camp. 2007 (Sophomore): Played in six games — at TCU (Sept. 29), vs. AFA (Oct. 13), at UNLV (Oct. 20), at BYU (Nov. 3), at High School: Rushed for 991 yards on 215 carries with nine TDs to earn first-team all-Avocado League and second-team UNM (Nov. 10) and vs. Ga. Southern (Nov. 17) — but did not catch a pass. all-CIF recognition as a senior at Rancho Buena Vista High School in Vista, Calif. …Also lettered three years in track, where he was 2006 (Freshman): Played in three games as a reserve wideout. an all-state performer, and twice in soccer…Was a team captain in all three sports…Member of his school’s honor roll…Head foot- 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility…Also competed in track and field for the Rams, ball coach was Tom Haman. finishing 10th in the 110-meter hurdles at the MWC outdoor championships with a career-best time of 14.88 seconds…Placed Personal: Given name Ivory Michael Herd…Born Feb. 16, 1989, in Oceanside, Calif. …Son of Timothy and Dina…Has one fourth at the MWC indoor championships in the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.25. brother…Majoring in human development and family studies…Hometown: Vista, Calif. High School: Played wide receiver, free safety and kick returner at Mojave High School in North Las Vegas, Nev. …An hon- DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — orable mention all-league choice as a junior, and first-team all-league as a senior…First-team Southern Nevada and first-team Ne- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU vada Prep in his senior campaign…Earned his team's gamebreaker award as a junior and was named team MVP as a senior…Holds 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .13 0 7 2 9 0.0 - 0.0 - 0 0 0 0 0 0 school records in receiving touchdowns (single-season and single-game), receiving yards, longest TD reception, longest kick-re- 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 5 15 22 37 0.0 0 0.0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 turn touchdown, and most kick returns for touchdowns…Team captain…football coach was Tyrone Armstrong…Also competed Career totals (two years) . . .25 5 22 24 46 0.0 0 0.0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 in track and field, where he competed in the 110- and 300-meter hurdles, the 4x200 relay and long jump…Was a two-time team MVP in track and a regional champion in the 110- and 300-meter hurdles, and earned a state championship in the 4x200 4 JYRONE HICKMAN jy-ROWN relay…Holds school records in the 100- (14.2) and 300-meter (38.4) hurdles. Personal: Given name Alfonso Rashaun Greer…Born Feb. 10, 1987, in Las Vegas, Nev. …Son of Al and Brenda Greer…Has WIDE RECEIVER | 6-3 | 199 | JUNIOR | JC | PAHOKEE, FLA. (SCOTTSDALE COLLEGE) two sisters…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: North Las Vegas, Nev. 2009 (Junior): Played in five games as a reserve WR; did not catch a pass…Awarded a clock-extension waiver and sixth DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense year of eligibility on Oct. 13 by the NCAA for injury-related circumstances at both Scottsdale College and CSU…Made his Division I debut in season opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6)…Also played briefly at Idaho (Oct. 3) and at New Mexico (Nov. 21). Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2008 (Junior): Did not play…Battled knee and hamstring injuries throughout preseason camp, then underwent knee sur- 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 gery that prematurely ended his season. 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .6 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Junior College: At Scottsdale (Ariz.) Community College, sustained a knee injury that ended his 2007 season before it 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .13 13 63 1,114 17.7 3 69 85.7 1 5 5.0 0 5 64 1,119 35 began…The previous season, as a redshirt freshman, played in every game, starting three…Against the nation's No. 1 team, Snow 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 10 49 734 15.0 0 57 61.2 3 56 18.7 0 45 52 790 JC, caught a 54-yard pass to set up a Scottsdale touchdown…On the year, had nine catches for more than 100 yards and three Career totals (four years) . . .34 23 112 1,848 16.5 3 69 54.4 4 61 15.3 0 45 116 1,909 TDs in 2006…Head Coach was Doug Madoski…Redshirted his true freshman season (2005) at Independence (Kan.) Community College. High School: Helped powerhouse Pahokee (Fla.) High School to consecutive Florida state 2B championships, his junior and 65 RYAN GRIFFITH senior years…The Devils were 14-1 each year, including a 43-9 triumph over Pensacola Catholic at Ben Hill Griffith Stadium in OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-4 | 270 | JUNIOR | 1L | RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIF. (LOS OSOS) Gainesville to capture the `04 title…Head football coach was Leroy Foster…Lettered two years football and once in track, where he ran the 400- and 800-meter dash. 2009 (Junior): A backup tackle, played in five games, all as a reserve on the offensive line…Saw action on offense late in Personal: Given name Jyrone Hickman…First name is pronounced jy-ROWN…Born Aug. 20, 1987, in Pahokee, Fla. …Son 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), and for a few snaps in the third quarter of 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), briefly replacing an in- of Stephanie Hickman and William Orr…The oldest of five children, has three sisters and one brother…Cousin, Anquan Boldin, is jured Paul Madsen… Also played on offense during fourth quarter of losses at TCU (Oct. 17) and at UNLV (Nov. 7)…Replaced an a Pro Bowl wide receiver with the Arizona Cardinals who won the NFL's 2003 Offensive Rookie of the Year…Boldin preceeded Hick- injured Cole Pemberton (ankle) at New Mexico (Nov. 21), and played the entire second half, helping John Mosure to a career-high man at Pahokee High School…Majoring in liberal arts at Colorado State…Hometown: Pahokee, Fla. 177 rushing yards. DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense 2008 (Sophomore): Played in three games, late action at Cal (Sept. 27), at Utah (Oct. 18) and vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15). 2007 (Freshman): Played in three games, closing out contests vs. Air Force (Oct. 13), at UNLV (Oct. 20) and vs. Georgia Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds Southern (Nov. 17). 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. 91 C.J. JAMES High School: Played on the offensive and defensive line for head coach Tom Martinez at Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. …Also recruited by Utah and San Diego State…Helped team to a 9-3 record and a playoff berth in 2005…Named DEFENSIVE END | 6-3 | 241 | FRESHMAN | HS | ORLANDO, FLA. (COLONIAL) first-team all-league as a junior and senior…Also brought home all-CIF honors as a senior and was named to the all-Inland Valley 2009 (Freshman): Played in 11 games as a reserve defensive lineman, finishing with 16 tackles (seven solo), three tack- team…Was a three-year starter and letterwinner…Also played forward on the basketball team and threw the shot put and discus les for loss including two sacks, and one forced fumble…A true freshman, opted to forego all the pomp and circumstance of his on the track team. final high-school semester and graduated early, enrolling at CSU in January to take part in spring practice…Head start gave him Personal: Given name Ryan Timothy Griffith…Born June 4, 1988, in Pomona, Career Division I games played/started — leg up and helped him earn reserve role in defensive-line rotation…Made his college debut in resounding 23-17 win at Colorado Calif. …Son of Gary and Lisa Griffith…Has two brothers and one sister…Majoring 11/0 (5/0 in 2009; 3/0 in 2008, 3/0 in 2007). (Sept. 6); on his first snap, midway through the first quarter, Elijah-Blu Smith picked off Cody Hawkins; also saw fourth-quarter in communication studies …Hometown: Alta Loma, Calif. action as part of CSU’s defensive-line rotation…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), picked up a QB hurry on a second-quar- ter incompletion…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), saw significant snaps with reserve Eugene Daniels (knee) 35 IVORY HERD sidelined…Also played every quarter in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), entering the game on the first series…Played most of CORNERBACK | 5-11 | 191 | SOPHOMORE | RS | VISTA, CALIF. (RANCHO BUENA VISTA) game in 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10); his first-quarter hurry pressured Terrance Cain into an underthrown pass in which Nick Op- 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, with five starts…Finished with 37 tackles (15 solo), two pass breakups and penneer intercepted… In second quarter of loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), combined with James Morehead to drop RB Joseph Turner a forced fumble…In season-opening 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), saw playing time in the CSU secondary during critical fourth shy of the sticks and force a punt…Did not play in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) with toe injury…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), registered a hurry on a first-quarter incompletion…Enjoyed a breakout game in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON 27), registering his career’s first two sacks…Notched Sack No. 1 in the first quarter, dropping Austyn Carta-Samuels and forcing a third-down fumble recovered by the Cowboys after a 21-yard net loss that knocked Wyoming out of field-goal position; the mo- mentum-turning play came just three snaps after Wyoming had pierced CSU territory on a 42-yard pass, and one play after James record, vs. New Mexico, Oct. 30, 2004…His 76-yard encore in the second quarter was the sixth-longest punt in CSU history, and had combined to drop the QB for a 2-yard loss on a designed run…Sack No. 2 came on the first play of Wyoming’s second-quar- take away his 20-yard punt late in the first half, unsuccessfully trying to corner the Wolf Pack in its own territory, and the true fresh- ter drive after CSU had driven for a TD; again dropped fellow true freshman Carta-Samuels, for a 15-yard loss, leading to an even- man averaged 52.6 yards on five of his punts; earned conference special teams Player of the Week honors for his efforts…In con- tual three-and-out punt. ference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), pinned a pair of punts inside the Cougars’ 20…Averaged 49.0 yards on three punts High School: Graduated one semester early…As a senior at Colonial High School in Orlando, Fla., made 110 tackles (85 in loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), including a 53-yarder and a pair inside the 20…Had a decent day in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), solo) and 10 sacks, picked off a pass and recovered three fumbles…His 110 tackles set a single-season school record, helping twice pinning the Aztecs inside their own 20 on fair catches, on punts into the wind…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), nailed a 67-yarder him earn all-state honorable mention…Played in the East-West Central Florida All-Star Game (two sacks, eight tackles) with fel- just before half, downed at the Rebels’ 5-yard line…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), hit a 53-yard punt without a return in low CSU signee Curtis Wilson…Had 15 tackles, two sacks, one interception and one fumble recovery in a 19-7 victory over Cy- the first quarter. press Creek…Made 10 tackles and three sacks, and recovered a fumble in a CHS victory…Played defensive end and linebacker High School: The first-team punter on USA Today's All-America team, also received first-team All-America honors from EA for the Grenadiers…Made 65 tackles and had three sacks as a junior…Was Orlando's top recruit at defensive end and also was Sports/ESPN.com and Maxpreps.com, and was honored as the best punter in the country by Ray Guy's prokicker.com after his sen- recruited by Central Florida, South Florida, Iowa State and Michgan. ior season at Countryside High School in Clearwater, Fla. …His punting ability helped the Cougars' defense hold their opponents Personal: Given name Christian Jarrett James…Nicknamed C.J. …Born Oct. 3, 1990, in Orlando, Fla. …Parents are Daniel to seven points or less on five occasions on the season…Helped Countryside to a 7-4 record and a 5A District 9 championship, Jr. and Vanessa…Has an older sister and a younger brother…Father, Daniel, is a defensive ends coach at Division II St. Paul Col- before the Cougars lost in the first round of the state playoffs to Largo…Tied a school record with a 65-yard punt…On one 2008 lege (Lawrenceville, Va.)…Related to former Florida State All-American receiver Tamarick Vanover, who went on to play for the punt, his 4.78-second hangtime was the best recorded in the state of Florida…Also played defensive back…Was named to the Pinel- Kansas City Chiefs…Undeclared, interested in business at Colorado State…Hometown Orlando, Fla. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — las all-star team, where he was matched against fellow CSU signee Te'Jay Brown…Had offers from Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Purdue and New Mexico…Head coach was John Davis. Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Personal: Given name Pantelis John Kontodiakos…Nicknamed Pete…Born Feb. 3, 1991, in Clearwater, Fla. …Parents are 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .11 0 7 9 16 3.0 22 2.0 21 1 0 0 0 0 0 John and Argie Kontodiakos…Has two older brothers…Father, John, punted for Miami (Fla.) from 1979-82…Dove for and retrieved the holy cross at the annual Tarpon Springs Epiphany Celebration, Jan. 6, 2009, following in the footsteps of his father, who had 52 MICHAEL KAWULOK kuh-WALL-ik achieved the prestigious honor 30 years before; became the fifth member of his family to retrieve the cross, at the nation's largest LINEBACKER | 6-3 | 217 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | BOULDER, COLO. (MONARCH) Ephiphany celebration…Also follows countryside alumni Harrison Beck (North Carolina State quarterback), Sarver Brown (South 2009 (Sophomore): Had started the first eight contests, seven at strongside LB, and one at middle LB, until a knee injury Carolina offensive lineman), Jon Peattie (Miami, Fla., kicker), and Jeff Mitchell, the starting center in Super Bowl XXXV for the Bal- ended his campaign…Totaled 31 tackles (18 solo), 1½ for loss, one interception, two pass breakups and a forced fumble…In just timore Ravens…Hometown: Tarpon Springs, Fla. his second career start, his first in exactly a year, helped CSU to a resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); rushed a Cody DIVISION I STATISTICS Punting — Hawkins throw to help force an incompletion halfway through the third quarter, then on second-and-goal from the CSU 2 late in Year School GP No Yds Avg Lg TB FC I20 50+ Blkd the game, batted away a Cody Hawkins pass… In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), his QB pressure on a first-quarter screen 2009 Colorado State (fr.) ...... 12 52 2129 40.9 76 9 12 12 10 1 helped Eugene Daniels to throw RB Treyvn Smith for a 3-yard loss in the first quarter, and the Wildcats missed a field goal three plays later; also nearly picked off a pass with 33 seconds left in the game and WSU driving to attempt a game-winning field goal, 20 KLINT KUBIAK KOOB-ee-ack then, on WSU’s final drive late in the game, dropped Smith for a 5-yard loss on fourth-and-1, but an offsides penalty that had noth- ing to do with the play, nullified the stop…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), shed the center’s block to drop RB Luke SAFETY | 6-0 | 212 | SENIOR | 3L | ENGLEWOOD, COLO. (REGIS) Lippincott for a 1-yard loss, forcing an eventual first-quarter punt…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), regis- 2009 (Senior): Had started the season’s first six contests at strong safety until a pectoral muscle injury sustained in Game tered his first career interception, picking off Max Hall in the second half, setting up a field goal…Early in second quarter of bitter 6 ended his season…Named in the season’s opening week one of five permanent team captains, one of two on defense (also Nick 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), dropped DeMaundray Woolridge for no gain on third-and-1 to force a Vandals punt…In loss at No. 8 Oppenneer)…With the schedule allowing his dad the time to make a rare appearance at a CSU game, had six tackles in resound- TCU (Oct. 17), started at middle LB after injuries limited starter Alex Williams and his backup, Chris Gipson…Early in setback vs. ing 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); also assisted in Elijah-Blu Smith’s first-quarter interception by crushing the intended receiver, San Diego State (Oct. 24), sustained a season-ending knee injury and did not return. Scotty McKnight…In win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), combined with Alex Williams to drop Walter Payton award candidate Treyvn 36 2008 (Freshman): Played in seven games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), at outside linebacker, with one Smith for a loss on a first-quarter carry…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), his third-down blitz pressure on the passer start…Posted six stops (four solo) on the season, with ½ tackle for loss…A true freshman, played in his first college game in sea- led to a tackle for loss an eventual second-quarter punt; later, made a diving interception of an overthrown pass to set up a third- son opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), making his debut from scrimmage early in the second quarter…One week later, replaced an quarter touchdown after replay review confirmed the turnover…Led the team with 12 tackles in conference-opening loss at No. injured Mychal Sisson (ankle) in the Rams’ lineup, his initial collegiate start, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6)…Did not play vs. TCU 19 BYU (Sept. 26), including a big stick to drop RB Bryan Kariya on a 1-yard screen pass; the dozen stops were his most in a game (Oct. 11)…Enrolled at Colorado State in January as a grayshirt student-athlete and took part in spring practice…No doubt a player since he had 12 vs. TCU, 11/25/06…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), registered his first career sack, dropping Nathan En- with one of the team’s brightest futures, recognized by coaches for his natural football intelligence. derle on third down to force a punt, setting up a critical Rams TD drive…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), had seven stops, including High School: Named first-team all-conference as a senior in 2006 at Monarch High School in Louisville, Colo. …Also a touchdown-saving tackle early in the fourth quarter with the Rams protecting a 17-10 lead; sustained the season-ending injury earned honorable mention Class 4A all-state honors as a team captain in 2006…Picked up first-team all-conference accolades in late in the game, on a goal-line play. 2005, as well as first-team all-Boulder county recognition in ‘06…A three-year starter and letterwinner, also played quarterback as 2008 (Junior): Played in seven games with six starts as the Rams’ free safety…Posted 28 tackles (21 solo) with one in- well as linebacker for the Coyotes…Helped Monarch to the Class 4A state playoffs in 2006, and a pair of Skyline League titles terception, one other pass broken up and a pair of forced fumbles…In first victory, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), forced a first- (2004, ‘06)…Also lettered in basketball as a forward/center…Head football coach was Phil Bravo. quarter fumble…One year after his ‘07 season ended in his native Houston hours before the Rams were to meet the Cougars, sealed Personal: Given name Michael James Kawulok…Last name is pronounced kuh-WALL-ik…Son of Ted and Kim Kawu- the Rams’ 28-25 victory over Houston (Sept. 20) with a spectacular, leaping interception in the end zone with 2 seconds remain- lok…Has one sister and three brothers, including Chris, a former Colorado State tight end, and Matt, a San Diego State tight ing; the athletic theft redeemed Kubiak for a tough-to-avoid facemask penalty that set up Houston inside the Rams’ red zone with end…An open-option major, seeking business…Hometown: Boulder, Colo. less a minute to play…In Cougars contest, in front of his family — stripped of its power back home by Hurricane Ike — tied for the team lead with nine tackles (seven solo), and blasted Houston’s Patrick Edwards to break up a third-down pass, stopping a first- DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — quarter Houston drive…At Cal (Sept. 27), forced a first-quarter fumble from Jahvid Best (recovered by teammate Wade Landers), Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU ending a Bears drive in CSU territory, then dropped RB Shane Vereen on third down to force a third-quarter punt…Picked off an 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .7 1 4 2 6 0.5 2 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Omar Clayton pass in the Rams’ end zone early vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), but a roughing-the-passer penalty nullified the play; rolled his 2009 Colorado State (so.) . . .8 8 18 13 31 1.5 4 0.0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 ankle out of bounds on the ensuing return, and did not return…Missed ensuing four games, then returned to start at Air Force (Nov. Career totals (two years) . . .15 9 22 15 37 2.0 6 0.0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 8), but incredibly sustained a knee injury on the game’s first snap and did not return…Knee injury sidelined him for the final two regular-season games, but the Rams’ bowl berth allowed him to return in a reserve role vs. Fresno State in the New Mexico Bowl 41 PETE KONTODIAKOS cunn-DOH-DEE-aack-iss (Dec. 20). 2007 (Junior): After a series of hard-luck circumstances, elected to petition the MWC for a medical hardship waiver and PUNTER | 6-3 | 185 | FRESHMAN | HS | TARPON SPRINGS, FLA. (COUNTRYSIDE) played in 2008 as a redshirt junior…Played in just two games, both starts, and totaled 12 tackles (three solo)…Was seemingly in 2009 (Freshman): Served as the Rams’ punter for all 12 games, averaging 40.9 yards on 42 punts, with 12 inside the 20, on every play over the season's first two games…Collected eight stops (six solo) in season opener at Colorado (Sept. 1)…Had 10 of 50-plus yards, and nine touchbacks…After CSU lost its second-team all-conference punter following the ’08 season, the true four tackles (three solo) vs. Cal. (Sept. 1)…Having anticipated a return to his native city for months, instead endured one of the freshman and USA Today prep All-American was named the Rams’ No. 1 punter three days before fall camp began…In college debut most miserable weekends of his life at Houston (Sept. 22); felt ill during pregame warmups, then was sent to a hospital, where he at Colorado (Sept. 6), played key role in the field-position battle, averaging 42.2 net yards on five punts (44.2 gross); first college spent two nights after being diagnosed with low blood pressure and internal bleeding due to an ulcer…Snapped his 14-game punt was a line drive of 41 yards, but good Rams coverage held CU to only a 2-yard return, then gave the Buffs a long field on three starting streak at Houston…Returned to Colorado Sept. 25, and missed the ensuing two contests before opting for the medical straight second-half punts, getting excellent hang time on a 43-yarder (fair catch) and 51-yarder (0-yard return)…In third quarter waiver prior the Oct. 13 Air Force game. of eventual 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), with the Rams trailing 23-17, punted 49 yards to pin the Wildcats at their own 2006 (Sophomore): Started at safety in all 12 games…Led the team with 90 total stops and added six tackles for 8-yard line; the CSU defense then forced WSU to punt from its end zone…Instrumental in Rams’ 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), averaged 47.2 yards on six punts, with two inside the 20; boomed a 67-yard punt in the first quarter, just prior to DeAngelo Wilkin- FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON son’s fumble recovery that set up John Mosure’s touchdown, CSU’s longest punt since Jeff Babcock hit an 89-yarder, the school loss…Recorded five total tackles and added a fumble recovery at San Diego State (Dec. 2)…Led the team with 12 total tackles vs. 2008 (Freshman): Talented true freshman with prototype WR frame, played in the season’s first two contests, lining up TCU (Nov. 25)…Was second on the team with nine total tackles at Utah (Nov. 11), and registered his first career interception…Was in both at receiver…Did not catch a pass before a knee injury ended his initial college campaign…Made his college debut in sea- second on the team with 10 total stops, including one for loss, vs. BYU (Nov. 4)…Had six total tackles at Wyoming (Oct. son opener, vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), entering in the second quarter as a reserve wide receiver…Also played vs. Sacramento State 21)…Postedtain News a career-high 19 tackles to lead the team at Air Force (Oct. 12)…Was first on the team with seven total tackles, and (Sept. 6)…Granted a medical hardship waiver by the Mountain West Conference. added two pass break-ups, vs. UNLV (Oct. 7)…Was second on the team with nine tackles (two for loss), at Nevada (Sept. 16). High School: Drew attention at American High School in Miami, Fla., from the Miami Herald, which ranked him No. 25 on 2005 (Freshman): Named to academic all-conference team…Also earned CSU's team award for academic excel- its list of top Dade County prospects…A first-team all-county, and Class 6A honorable mention all-state wide receiver…An offen- lence…Played in 11 of 12 games on special teams and in the secondary as a reserve…Was the first true freshman to see action sive MVP and team captain, caught a school-record 10 TDs in 2007, along with 27 catches for 470 yards…As a senior, caught four for the Rams in 2005…Finished the season with nine tackles, six unassisted. passes for 96 yards against conference rival Miami Northwestern -- USA Today's No. 1 team in its final rankings…Also led the Pa- High School: Played both offense and defense at Regis High School in Denver, Colo. …A three-year starter as a wide re- triots in kickoff returns, returning two for TDs as a junior…Played in the North-South Florida All-State Game, and the Dade-Broward ceiver and defensive back, made 102 total tackles (54 solo) and two interceptions as a senior…Caught 54 passes for 795 yards, All-Star Game…Head coach was Ben Arstead…Owned a 3.3 GPA, with several advanced-placement courses…Additionally let- fifth-most in the state's Class 5A division…Had 12 career interceptions at Regis…Named to all-Colorado team by the Rocky Moun- tered in track and basketball…Also received interest from Western Michigan, Baylor, Minnesota, Rutgers, Mississippi, Iowa State, …Also was a standout basketball and baseball player…Coach was former Denver Broncos linebacker Jim Ryan. Louisville, Boston College, Wisconsin and South Florida. Personal: Given name Klint Alexander Kubiak…Born Feb. 17, 1987, in Houston, Texas…Is engaged to CSU volleyball stu- Personal: Given name Marquise L. Law…First name is pronounced mar-KEECE…Born Nov. 8, 1989, in Miami, Fla. …Par- dent-athlete Tessa Nelson, the preseason Co-Player of the Year in the Mountain West Conference, with plans for a summer 2010 ents are Henry Scott and Renee Davis…Has a younger sister…An open-option major, interested in business/finance…Hometown: wedding…Son of Gary and Rhonda Kubiak…Has two brothers, including Klay, a sophomore QB on the CSU roster…Other brother, Miami, Fla. Klein, is a freshman WR at Rice…Father, Gary, is the head coach of the NFL's Houston Texans and went to five Super Bowls with DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense the Denver Broncos, including three during his nine-year playing career…Majoring in restaurant and resort management…Home- town: Englewood, Colo. Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .2 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Career totals (one-plus years) 5 0 0 0 - 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 2005 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .6 0 6 3 9 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 2006 Colorado State (so.) . .12 12 49 41 90 6.0 15 0.0 0 0 1 0 1 0 4 23 TYSON LIGGETT LIGG-itt 2007 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .2 2 9 3 12 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .7 6 21 7 28 0.0 0 0.0 0 2 0 0 1 0 1 WIDE RECEIVER | 5-9 | 184 | JUNIOR | 1L | LIMON, COLO. (LIMON) 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . . .6 6 26 22 48 1.5 7 1.0 7 0 0 0 1 0 0 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 contests, with five starts, and caught 17 passes for 253 yards (14.9 avg.) and three Career totals (four-plus years)33 26 111 76 187 7.5 22 1.0 7 2 3 0 3 0 6 TDs…Also had one carry for no gain…A high-school quarterback, had never played receiver before walking on at CSU…Made his first career start in resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6)… In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), took ad- 92 NUKU LATU NOO-koo LAH-too vantage of opportunity for playing time and caught 11 passes for 156 yards and his first career touchdown; his 11 grabs were the most by a CSU player in five years, since David Anderson’s 12 at CU in 2005, and tied for the seventh most in Rams history…A DEFENSIVE TACKLE | 6-2 | 287 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | GILBERT, ARIZ. (HIGHLAND) walk-on, entered Cougars contest with only three career catches, one in each of three 2008 games; also threw a key block to help 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 contests, including one start, and racked up 13 stops (four solo), including 2½ for Leonard Mason on a 13-yard, fourth-down carry during a third-quarter touchdown drive…All told in BYU game, six of his catches loss, 1½ sacks, one forced fumble and a blocked kick…In season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6), saw second half action as came on scoring drives, including an athletic 13-yard TD in the corner of the end zone to pull the Rams within two scores in the part of CSU’s defensive line rotation, helping to hold the Buffs to 29 yards rushing…Made his first career start in 35-20 win vs. fourth quarter; caught three 21-yard passes on the day…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), drew the start and put the Rams on Nevada (Sept. 19), opening as a defensive end in a 3-4 alignment…Saw significant playing time in conference-opening loss at No. the board by following his blockers on a WR screen, scoring on a 20-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter…Started in losses 19 BYU (Sept. 26)…In second quarter of bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), broke through on a PAT attempt to block the kick, which vs. Utah (Oct. 10) and at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…Made quite possibly the catch of the year in first quarter of loss vs. San Diego State was returned 75 yards by Elijah-Blu Smith, but an offsides flag nullified the play…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), (Oct. 24), reaching out with one hand to snag a Grant Stucker pass, then weaving his way the last half of 40-yard play into the end 37 made three significant second-half plays; first, blocked a PAT late in the third quarter to hold the Lobos’ lead at 23-21, then sacked zone, giving the Rams a 14-0 lead…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), drew a defensive holding deep in Rebels territory…Started in loss Donovan Porterie on back-to-back plays in the fourth quarter, forcing a fumble recovered by UNM on the second takedown, with at New Mexico (Nov. 21). CSU protecting a 27-23 lead…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), combined to drop Alvester Alexander for a 2-yard loss, forc- 2008 (Sophomore): Played in nine games as a reserve wide receiver…Caught three passes for 21 yards (7.0 avg.)…Made ing an eventual second-quarter punt. his college debut as a reserve in conference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4)…Registered his first career reception in loss at Utah 2008 (Freshman): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as a reserve defensive line- (Oct. 18), good for 11 yards…Also caught a 7-yard pass the following week at San Diego State (Oct. 25)…In New Mexico Bowl man…Recorded one tackle…Made his college debut in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31)…Saw second-quarter action on the triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), caught a 3-yard pass to extend a critical TD drive late in the first half. defensive line in victory vs. Houston (Sept. 20), and considerable snaps on defense at Cal (Sept. 27)…Played much of the game 2007 (Freshman): Did not play; spent season as a varsity reserve. vs. TCU (Oct. 11). 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. High Schoo l: Four-time letterwinner in football, basketball, baseball and track at Limon (Colo.) High School…A three-time High School: Played tight end and defensive line at Highland High School in Gilbert, Ariz. …Attended HHS as a junior and all-league and all-state selection in football…Helped Limon to three state 2A championships…Holds school record for combined senior…Named all-region and honorable mention all-state as a senior by the Arizona Republic…Led the team with 25 receptions offense…Three-time all-state selection in basketball and four-time pick in baseball…Team MVP in baseball twice…Holds his for 260 yards and four touchdowns, and also paced the Hawks with seven quarterback sacks…Finished the season with 49 total school’s single-game basketball scoring record, 57 points. tackles (24 solo) in addition to recovering two fumbles and deflecting two passes…Played his first two seasons at Life School, a Personal: Given name Tyson James Liggett…Born May 14, 1987, in Hugo, Colo. …Son of Mike and Brenda Liggett…Has college preparatory institution in Mesa, Ariz., before the school disbanded its football program…All told, lettered four years in two brothers and two sisters…Dad played baseball for TCU, mom played volleyball and competed in track at Northern Colorado, football, three in basketball and three in track. and brother, Michael, played basketball at Oklahoma…Health and exercise science major…Hometown: Limon, Colo. Personal: Given name Nuku Mo Vaha'i Latu…Born Sept. 3, 1989, in Mesa, Ariz. …Son of Siaki and Kulalita Latu…Has one IVISION TATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense brother and one sister…Cousin, Deuce Lutui, played for USC and currently starts for the Arizona Cardinals…Another cousin is for- D I S mer NFL return man and two-time Pro Bowler Vai Sikahema…A communications studies major…Hometown: Mesa, Ariz. Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .9 0 3 21 7.0 0 11 2.3 0 0 0.0 0 0 3 21 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 5 17 253 14.9 3 40 21.1 1 0 0.0 0 0 17 253 Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Career totals (two years) . . .21 5 20 274 13.7 3 40 13.0 1 0 0.0 0 0 20 274 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .13 0 0 1 1 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 1 4 9 13 2.5 6 1.5 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 Career totals (two years) . . .25 1 4 10 14 2.5 6 1.5 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 24 CORY MACON MAKE-in 9 MARQUISE LAW mar-KEECE DEFENSIVE END | 6-6 | 242 | JUNIOR | 1L | ANCHORAGE, ALASKA (EAST) 2009 (Junior): Played in 10 games at defensive end, with nine starts…Collected 35 tackles (14 solo), five for loss, includ- WIDE RECEIVER | 6-4 | 191 | FRESHMAN | RS | MIAMI, FLA. (AMERICAN) ing 2½ sacks…In landmark 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), made his first career start…One week later, in 24-23 win vs. Weber 2009 (Freshman): Played in three games; did not catch a pass…Made his 2009 debut in 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), State (Sept. 12), steamrolled a RB to notch his first career sack, sharing the third-quarter takedown of Cameron Higgins with on the Rams’ hands-team unit, which recovered CU’s onside kick attempt late in the contest…Saw brief action in loss at New Mex- James Morehead; combined again with Morehead on the next play to hold RB Treyvn Smith to 1 yard as the Rams held WSU to a ico (Nov. 21). long field-goal attempt…Then, in subsequent series of Wildcats contest, picked up a hurry on an incomplete pass…Played but did- n’t start 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19) after sustaining a hip injury during the practice week…Returned to starting lineup in con- FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON ference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26)…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), flashed through a hole to sack Nathan Enderle on the last play of the first half, ensuring no chance of a successful Hail Mary…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), blasted through the Utes’ O-line to sack Terrance Cain early in the fourth quarter, part of his career-best nine tackles…Missed the loss vs. ond-quarter field-goal drive… In second-quarter of loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), ushered Mason to key third-down yardage on a San Diego State (Oct. 24), sidelined by illness…Returned to action to start loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and had seven stops, in- scoring drive that put the Rams back in the game…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), helped John Mosure to a career- cluding a second-quarter tackle for loss…Injured in an auto accident (back) during the bye weekend, practiced once leading up to high 177 rushing yards, including a key block on his second-quarter TD run…In his final college game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming the New Mexico contest (Nov. 21) but did not play…Rejoined lineup in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), and combined to drop (Nov. 27), helped Mason to 119 yards rushing, and threw a key block for Lou Greenwood on 8-yard TD run in the second quarter. Alvester Alexander for a 2-yard loss, forcing an eventual second-quarter punt. 2008 (Junior): Played in 12 games, with 12 starts…Saw a knee injury end a 27-game playing streak, and a string of 15 2008 (Sophomore): Played in 12 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as a reserve on the defensive straight starts, vs. UNLV (Oct. 4)…Against Sacramento State (Sept. 6), created a hole for Gartrell Johnson’s 1-yard TD to give the line…Had 19 tackles (nine solo), ½ tackle for loss and two passes broken up…Saw extensive playing time in conference-opening Rams a second-half lead; then, on the game-winning drive, threw a lead block to spring Johnson for a critical first down, setting win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), playing against two of his Alaska high school teammates; reached to deflect an Omar Clayton pass late in up a walk-off FG…Selected by coaches as the team’s offensive player of the game for his out-of-the-spotlight but critical contri- third quarter; later, kept power back Frank Summers out of the end zone with a goal-line tackle…Sustained a head injury vs. TCU butions in dramatic win vs. Houston (Sept. 20)…Left Cal contest (Sept. 27) in third quarter with injury and did not return…Missed (Oct. 11) and did not play the following week at Utah (Oct. 18)…Played extensively at Air Force (Nov. 8) and posted eight stops. UNLV contest (Oct. 4), and didn’t practice most of the following week, but still started vs. TCU (Oct. 11) and played the first half…In 2007 (Freshman): Played in just three games as a redshirt freshman on a defensive line stacked with seniors…Saw ac- tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), threw a key first-half block to vault Johnson on a 10-yard run; the Rams scored a go- tion at TCU (Sept. 29) at UNLV (Oct. 20), and vs. Utah (Oct. 27), recording two total tackles (both solo) on the year. ahead TD on the next play…At Air Force (Nov. 8), threw a nice block to help Johnson into the end zone on the game-opening 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. drive…Early in second quarter vs. UNM(Nov. 15), injured his knee and did not return…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno High School: Regarded as the finest prep player in the state as a senior at Anchorage (Alaska) East High School…Played State (Dec. 20), threw a pair of critical blocks, one on a third-and-7 run that moved the sticks, to set up Johnson’s first fourth-quar- tight end and linebacker…Led his team to the state championship as a senior…As a tight end, caught 38 passes for 619 yards and ter TD that cut the Bulldogs’ lead to 28-26…After playing 2007 as a tackle, shifted to strong-side guard before spring practice. three touchdowns…Also scored three touchdowns as a result of defensive plays…Credited with 117 unassisted tackles in 2007 (Sophomore): Shook off a preseason injury to claim the starting role at right tackle out of fall camp, and received 2005…First-team all-conference and all-state as a junior and senior…Also lettered in track and basketball, where he was a team the nod in all 12 games…Helped Gartrell Johnson to 162 rushing yards, including a key block on the RB's 4-yard TD run in CSU's MVP and earned all-state recognition on two occasions…Head football coach was Roger Stackman. emotional first victory, at UNLV (Oct. 20)…Three weeks later at New Mexico (Nov. 10), contributed to Johnson's 172 rushing Personal: Given name Cordell Gerace Macon…Born Oct. 28, 1987, in Anchorage, Alaska…Son of Gerald and Cina yards, then helped Johnson to 136 in victory vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17). Macon…Has two sisters and one brother…Brother, Gerald, played basketball at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP); sister, 2006 (Freshman): Started at right guard in 10 games and saw playing time in 11…Did not start but played vs. TCU (Nov. Tencia, played basketball at both San Jose State and Alaska-Anchorage…A liberal arts major… Hometown: Anchorage, Alaska. 25)…Sat out against Weber State (Sept. 2) due to injury. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. High School: An all-star two-way performer as an offensive and defensive lineman at San Clemente (Calif.) High School…A Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU first-team all-conference selection, earned three varsity letter awards in football and three more in wrestling…Finished fifth in the 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .3 0 2 0 2 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CIF wrestling championships as a junior…Named to all-state football team as a senior in 2004…As a senior was named the con- 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .12 0 9 10 19 0.5 1 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 ference lineman of the year…High school football coach was Eric Patton. 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .10 9 14 21 35 5.0 43 2.5 22 0 0 0 0 0 0 Personal: Given name Adrian Martinez…Born Nov. 4, 1987, in San Clemente, Calif. …Son of Jose and Margarita Mar- Career totals (three years) . .25 9 25 31 56 5.5 44 2.5 22 0 0 0 0 0 2 tinez…Has one brother and one sister…As a senior, worked with the Matthews House, a local organization that seeks to help 76 PAUL MADSEN young adults ages 16-21 who lack significant family support in their lives, working to create opportunities for positive life change as they make the transition to living on their own…Majoring in Career Division I games played/started — 47/46 (12/12 in OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-4 | 297 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | PLEASANTON, CALIF. (SAN RAMON VALLEY) restaurant and resort management…Hometown: San Clemente, Calif. 2009 (Sophomore): A backup offensive tackle to open the year, played in 11 games, with seven starts…Made his 2009 2009; 12/12 in 2008; 12/12 in 2007, 11/10 in 2006). debut in the second quarter of 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12)…Also saw fourth-quarter action in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 2 LEONARD MASON 19)…Earned his most significant playing time to date in conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26); entered in the sec- ond quarter as a strongside tackle and played the majority of the game, helping the Rams pass for their most yards, 372, since RUNNING BACK | 6-0 | 216 | JUNIOR | JC | RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIF. (COLLEGE OF DESERT) 2009 (Junior):A junior-college transfer, played in 10 games, with four starts at running back…Led the team in rushing with the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl; made a key block on Leonard Mason’s 5-yard touchdown run during the third quarter…Played the final 156 carries for 791 yards (4.9 avg.), and two TDs…Also had six receptions for 30 yards…In his Division I debut, was a catalyst three quarters in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), as the Rams held Idaho without a sack, passed for four TDs and ran for 139 in the Rams’ landmark 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), rushing for 107 yards on 23 carries (4.7 avg.)…Picked up 5 yards to con- 38 yards against the WAC’s top rushing defense…Made his first career start in 24-17 loss to Utah (Oct. 10), helping Leonard Mason vert a key third-down on a first-quarter touchdown drive; later, followed blockers to gain 16 yards on a third-quarter carry to re- to 130 yards rushing; also threw a key block to help Mason walk in untouched on a third-quarter go-ahead touchdown, and on move the Rams from the shadow of their own goal…Finally, on the first play after CSU recovered an onsides kick late in the game, the next possession got out in the flat to shield Mason on a critical fourth-and-1, during a TD drive that gave CSU a 17-3 sealed the Buffs’ fate with a reverberating 44-yard sweep down the right sideline…For his efforts, earned Player of the Week hon- lead…Helped John Mosure to a career-high 177 rushing yards in loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21)…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. ors from the Colorado chapter of the National Football Foundation…Made his first Division I start in 24-23 win vs. Weber State 27), helped Mason to 119 yards rushing, and threw a key block for Lou Greenwood on an 8-yard TD run in the second quarter. (Sept. 12) and collected 66 yards on 16 carries (4.1 avg.), including a 14-yard run around right tackle that helped set up a CSU 2008 (Freshman): Played in three games at offensive tackle, including his college debut at Cal (Sept. 27); also played at touchdown…Started in a 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), and on a 7-yard run that began a 79-yard TD drive in the second half, Utah (Oct. 18) and in season finale at Wyoming (Nov. 22). moved the pile 5 yards by himself after initial contact…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), on a third-quarter 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. scoring drive, carried four times for 24 yards, concluding the march with his first Division I touchdown, a 5-yard blast off right tackle; High School: Lettered twice in football and once in basketball at San Ramon Valley High School in Danville, Calif. …Earned set up the score with a 13-yard gallop…Ran point on the Rams’ rushing attack in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), averaging 4.7 first-team all-conference accolades in football as a senior for the Wolves…Lost in state championship as a junior, to Monte Vista yards per carry (18-for-85) against the WAC’s top rushing offense, including a 15-yard burst in the second quarter…Started in 24- and QB Kyle Wright (Miami, Fla.)…Voted by team as most valuable lineman…Originates from same area as former CSU defen- 17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), and registered an early career high with 130 yards on 24 carries (5.4 avg.); converted a third-and-1 on sive lineman Erik Sandie…High school football coach was Dave Kravitz. a game-tying field-goal drive in the second quarter, and another third-and-1 out of the locker room to set up his go-ahead touch- Personal: Given name Paul Haldin Madsen…Born Feb. 12, 1986, in Walnut Creek, Calif. …Son of Duane and Erlyn Mad- down, in which he walked in untouched…On CSU’s next possession, set up another TD by converting a fourth-and-1 with an in- sen…Ninth youngest of 10 children, including brother Mark,a nine-year NBA veteran who played for the Lakers and T-Wolves; has credible dive, keeping his body parallel to the ground, to move the chains; replay upheld the ruling and took a timeout from Utah, four brothers and five sisters…Signed a national letter of intent with CSU as a high school senior in 2004, but elected to delay his who challenged the spot…Also pancaked Utah’s R.J. Stanford on a third-quarter blast…In loss at eighth-ranked TCU (Oct. 17), enrollment until January 2007 in order to serve a two-year Mormon mission in Lub- Career Division I games played/started — slashed through the nation’s No. 9 rushing defense for 42 yards on seven carries, helping CSU to a 6-0 lead, before landing on his bock, Texas…Majoring in construction management…Hometown: Provo, Utah. 14/7 (11/7 in 2009; 3/0 in 2008). ribs after a first-quarter summersault, and did not return; before the injury, picked up a blitz to give Grant Stucker time to find Rashaun Greer for 15 yards, converted a third-and-1 carry, and galloped 17 yards on another tote…Dressed but did not play in 60 ADRIAN MARTINEZ loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24)…Returned to action as a spark off the bench in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31); entered the game OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-4 | 299 | SENIOR | 3L | SAN CLEMENTE, CALIF. (SAN CLEMENTE) to begin CSU’s third series and on the drive had six carries for 47 yards, including a 25-yard burst, to get the Rams back in the 2009 (Senior): Started all 12 games at strongside guard…An honorable-mention all-conference selection, finished with 46 game; converted a pair of third-down carries on a third-quarter drive, and finished with 95 yards on 19 attempts…In loss at UNLV career starts, believed to be the second most among all players in CSU history, behind John Laurita, who started on the offensive (Nov. 7), helped set up a game-tying TD with eight carries for 36 yards, including three first downs, on a second-quarter drive…Re- line all 47 contests of his career from 1987-90…Graded out better than 80 percent in every game, giving up only two sacks in more turned to action in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), recording 119 yards on 20 carries; converted a trio of third-and-1 attempts, than 300 passing plays…A tremendous run blocker, had more than 60 knockdown blocks and better than 20 “outstanding ef- one in the first quarter on a 14-yard burst; then early in the second half helped to set up the go-ahead touchdown with consecu- forts”…Named first-team midseason all-conference by Phil Steele Oct. 16…Also earned a nomination for the 2009 AllState Good tive carries of 19 (again on third-and-1) and 14 yards to the Cowboys’ 10-yard line. Junior College: Works Team…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), helped Rams outgain the Buffs on the ground, 168-29…In second Ranked by Rivals.com as the nation's third-best JC running back…A unanimous all-Southern California quarter of 24-23 win vs. Weber State, provided a key block at the point of attack to help spring Leonard Mason on a 14-yard run Football Conference selection, and all-California Region III…Rushed for a season-high 161 yards and four touchdowns vs. San Jac- during a seven-play, 85-yard TD drive; dominated the line of scrimmage vs. the Wildcats, including four knockdown blocks, to per- into…Had a season-long rush of 64 yards and also caught a touchdown pass against Grossmont…Played his first season at Cit- suade coaches to give him CSU’s Offensive Player of the Game award…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), rus College in Glendale, Calif., where he earned all-California Region III recognition after accumulating 1,273 yards and 11 helped Rams pass for 372 yards, their most since the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), helped the Rams touchdowns, as well as 249 receiving yards…Transferred to the College of the Desert prior to his sophomore year …Also recruited hold Idaho without a sack while passing for four TDs and rushing for 139 yards against the WAC’s top rushing defense…In 24-17 FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), helped Leonard Mason to 130 rushing yards, including a key block to convert a third-and-1 on CSU’s sec- by UCLA, Oregon State, Arizona State, Arizona and UTEP… Head coach was Dean Dowty. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — High School: An all-CIF Southern Section choice as a senior at Alta Loma (Calif.) High School…Head coach was John Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Kusleika…Lettered three seasons for the Braves, earning team MVP honors as a senior. 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 0 0 2 2 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Personal: Given name Leonard J. Mason…Born July 7, 1987…Son of Mysiha Mason…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 0 8 10 18 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .12 12 18 21 39 6.5 29 2.0 20 1 1 0 0 0 1 DIVISION I STATISTICS Rushing — Receiving — Com Offense Career totals (three years) . .37 12 26 33 59 6.5 29 2.0 20 1 1 0 0 0 1 Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .10 4 156 766 4.9 2 44 76.6 6 30 5.0 0 13 162 796 62 JAMES MOREHEAD 19 JARRAD McKAY DEFENSIVE TACKLE | 6-6 | 320 | SENIOR | 3L | HIGHLANDS RANCH, COLO. (THUNDERRIDGE) 2009 (Senior): Started all 12 games for the Rams on the interior defensive line, compiling 26 tackles (eight solo), five SAFETY | 6-0 | 192 | SOPHOMORE | VR | WHEAT RIDGE, COLO. (LAKEWOOD) stops for loss, 2½ sacks and one blocked kick…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), hurried Cody Hawkins to force a 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, mostly on special teams…Had 10 tackles, all solo…After missing the entire third-down incompletion kill a first-half drive, then with CSU leading 20-10 late in the third quarter, notched his first career sack, 2008 season due to a knee injury, made his college debut in 23-17 season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6)…Played on defense dropping Hawkins for a 9-yard loss on third down to force another punt…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), started as late in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)…In second quarter of loss vs. Air Force, made a big tackle on kickoff coverage, pinning a defensive end in a 3-4 alignment; on a left screen pass with Nevada on the doorstep of the red zone early in the second quarter, the Falcons inside their own 20 before an eventual punt. made an athletic play to throw RB Vai Taua for a 4-yard loss on third-and-6, a momentum-changing play that led to a delay of game 2008 (Freshman): Entered fall camp high on the depth chart at safety, and figured to see playing time in season opener, and an eventual punt…In fourth quarter of Wolf Pack contest, notched a QB hurry by forcing an incompletion on first-and-goal, before an August knee injury prematurely ended his season. two plays before the Rams recovered a fumble to end the drive…In second quarter of loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), combined with 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. C.J. James to drop RB Joseph Turner shy of the sticks and force a punt…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), got his hand on a High School: Was a 2006 Wendy's High School Heisman nominee at Lakewood (Colo.) High School…Colorado Iron Man PAT attempt to prevent the Aztecs from tying the score late in the third quarter, preserving a 28-27 CSU lead…In loss vs. Air Force competitor…Twice recognized as a first-team all-league and all-city performer on both sides of the ball, as a running back and line- (Oct. 31), combined on a pair of tackles for loss, including a fourth-quarter stop…In heartbreaking last-second loss at New Mex- backer…Received all-state and all-Colorado honors in 2006…A three-sport athlete at Lakewood, also lettered three years in track ico (Nov. 21), blasted through the middle of the line to sack Donovan Porterie on third down with less than 4 minutes remaining (100-meter dash, long jump) and played hockey…Holds Lakewood records for 100-meter dash and 185-pound squat, bench, and and CSU leading 27-26; the 8-yard loss took UNM out of field-goal range, and forced a punt. clean lifts…Member of the National Honor Society…High school football coach was Mark Robinson. 2008 (Junior): Played in all 13 games, with five starts…Had 10 tackles (four solo), one stop for loss, one forced fumble Personal: Given name Jarrad Alexander McKay…Born Sept. 18, 1988, in Wheat Ridge, Colo. …Son of Jerry and Julie and one fumble recovery…Made probably the signature play of his career in Game 2 vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), shooting McKay…Has one brother…A chemistry major…Hometown: Wheat Ridge, Colo. through the line to deliver a blow on Evander Wilkins and force a late fourth-quarter fumble; teammate Mike Pagnotta recovered DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — at the Hornets’ 25-yard line, setting up a dramatic walk-off field goal…Made the second start of his career, at defensive tackle, in tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1); his third-down stop of RB Harvey Unga inside the BYU 10-yard line forced a second- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU quarter Cougars punt, helping to give the Rams a short field in scoring a go-ahead TD…In win at Wyoming (Nov. 22) that made 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .------CSU bowl eligible, recovered a Devin Moore fumble early in the second half, setting up a go-ahead field goal; later in the third 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 0 10 0 10 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 quarter, wasn’t fooled on a direct snap to Wynel Seldon, holding the RB to a 2-yard gain in the red zone…In New Mexico Bowl tri- umph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), with the Rams trailing 28-20 in the third quarter, his pressure forced QB Tom Brandstater to miss 66 GUY MILLER a wide-open receiver on what proved to be a crucial defensive series. DEFENSIVE TACKLE | 6-3 | 288 | JUNIOR | 2L | SCOTT CITY, KAN. (SCOTT) 2007 (Sophomore): Saw limited snaps from scrimmage in each of the last six games, and posted one tackle. 2009 (Junior): Started all 12 games at nose guard, finishing with 39 tackles (18 solo)…Had 6½ tackles for loss (second 2006 (Freshman): Saw playing time in nine of the Rams' 12 games…Had a career high with three total tackles vs. BYU on the team), two sacks, one pass batted down, one forced fumble and one game-saving fumble recovery…Made an immediate (Nov. 4)…In his first career start, vs. New Mexico (Oct. 28), made one tackle. impact in his first career start, a reverberating 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); dropped Rodney Stewart for a 1-yard loss late in 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. 39 the first quarter, then on third-and-9, threw Cody Hawkins for a 10-yard loss, the first sack of his career, to force a 54-yard field High School: At ThunderRidge High School in Highlands Ranch, Colo., led the Grizzlies to the Class 4A state title in goal attempt…Played gargantuan role in preserving 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), pouncing on a fumbled snap at CSU’s 2004…Played both offensive and defensive line for ThunderRidge…Was regarded as one of the state's finest two-way perform- 10-yard line with 42 seconds on the clock, moments before the Wildcats would have attempted a game-winning field goal; earlier ers…Was a two-time all-conference selection and did not allow a quarterback sack in nine consecutive games during the 2004 sea- in second half, his pressure helped to induce QB Cameron Higgins to throw an interception to Elijah-Blu Smith…Also, on last play son…Named to the all-Colorado team by the Rocky Mountain News…Earned three varsity letter awards in football for coach Joe of third quarter, bull rushed the Wildcats’ line to sack Higgins and force a fumble; although WSU recovered, the third-down play Johnson. netted a loss of 18 yards…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), made consecutive plays to thwart a second-quarter drive Personal: Given name James Ryan Morehead…Born Nov. 3, 1986, in Aurora, Colo. …Son of Gary and Patricia More- in CSU territory, first dropping RB Vai Taua for a loss, then getting a hand on Colin Kaepernick’s third-down incompletion to force head…The youngest of seven children, has three brothers and three sisters…Dad, Gary, played football at Oklahoma a punt…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), applied pressure on Max Hall to help force Nick Oppenneer’s sec- State…Brother, Jon, played football and baseball at Tabor College…Majoring in applied computer technology…Hometown: High- ond-quarter interception…In second quarter of bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), dropped Deonte Jackson for a 3-yard loss, and lands Ranch, Colo. later hurried QB Nathan Enderle into a third-down incompletion, forcing a punt…Registered a tackle for loss in the fourth quarter DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — of setback vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24)…Racked up a career-best 12 tackles in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), including a third-down Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU stop just before half that forced the Falcons to settle for a 50-yard field goal; also combined on a third-down stop inside his own 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .9 1 2 5 7 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 in the third quarter…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), with the Rams trailing 17-14 in the third quarter, dropped 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .6 0 1 0 1 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Demond Dennis short of the marker on third down…Early in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), combined to drop Austyn Carta- 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .13 5 4 6 10 1.0 6 0.0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 Samuels for a loss, forcing an eventual punt. 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 12 8 18 26 5.0 30 2.5 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as a reserve defensive lineman, Career totals (four years) . . .39 18 15 29 44 6.0 36 2.5 21 1 1 0 0 0 0 his first significant snaps from scrimmage…Posted 18 tackles (eight solo)…In conference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), dropped power back Frank Summers for no gain in the first quarter…Against TCU (Oct. 11), recorded a career-best four tackles. 31 DION MORTON DEE-onn 2007 (Freshman): Made his collegiate debut in season opener at Colorado (Sept. 1), and played in all 12 contests on spe- WIDE RECEIVER | 5-10 | 159 | SENIOR | 3L | RIVERSIDE, CALIF. (NORTH) cial teams; shifted from offensive line to defensive line early in the regular season. 2009 (Senior): Played in all 12 games, with 10 starts all at wide receiver, while serving as the primary kickoff returner…In 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. the latter role, earned second-team all-conference honors with 35 returns for 862 yards — both single-season school records — High School: Named first-team all-state as a senior at Scott Community (Kan.) High School…Selected to the Kansas Elite and a 24.6-yard average, tied for ninth-best in CSU annals…Averaged 17.7 yards on 25 receptions (443 yards) with four TDs, and 11 team, comprised of the state's top 11 players regardless of classification…Played on both the offensive and defensive had 11 carries for 43 yards, with one score…Also completed all four of his passes, for 88 yards, and two TDs…On the season’s lines…Two-time all-league selection…Won the 275-pound wrestling title as a junior…A three-year starter in football for head first drive, in an eventual 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), humiliated his defender to get open on a critical third down, hauling in coach Bill Arnold…Also competed in track (shot and discus), and qualified for the state meet. a 57-yard pass from Grant Stucker to set up the year’s first points, a John Mosure run; later in the first period, averted disaster by Personal: Given name Guy Harrison Miller…Born Jan. 29, 1988, in Scott City, Kan. …Son of Jim and Carmen Miller…Has calmly gathering in an errant snap that bounced off his hip while in motion in the backfield, and ran for a first down…Also carried one sister…A sociology major…Hometown: Scott City, Kan. late in the first half, a reverse that went for a career-long 26 yards to set up a field goal, and in perhaps his most significant con- tribution, recovered CU’s onside kick late in the fourth quarter to erase any Buffs hopes…Put the Rams on the board early in 24- 23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), throwing a pass – the third of his career – on a double-reverse to his QB, Stucker, for a 40-yard touchdown…One week later in assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), threw another TD pass, this time off a lateral from FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON Stucker, for 25 yards to TE Eric Peitz; Stucker then found Morton on a 49-yard pass to put CSU up 21-6 in the third quarter, mov- ing Morton into a tie with his fraternal-twin brother, Damon, for 11th on the school’s all-time list…Earlier against Wolf Pack, con- Riverside, Calif. …A QB, completed 103 of 150 passes for 2,344 yards and 32 TDs during his senior season…Rushed 69 times verted a third-down with a key reception, and ran for 9 yards to set up his first-quarter TD pass to Peitz…In loss at No. 19 BYU for 414 yards and two scores…Posted seven defensive INTs on the year…Holds school records for career passing yards and (Sept. 26), drew three first-half pass-interference calls, including on his 3-yard touchdown reception in the corner of the end zone; passing TDs…Co-CIF and league offensive player of the year, sharing honors with his brother, Damon…A two-time first-team all- also made a leaping catch for 13 yards near the sideline to help set up that TD…Later in Cougars contest, snagged a fourth-and- county, all-CIF and all-Ivy League selection…Team captain…Also competed in basketball and track…Helped his football teams to 4 pass to move the chains on a third-quarter touchdown drive…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), caught a 34-yard TD to give a 34-8 record in three years…Guided the Huskies to two CIF championships and another CIF title appearance…Head football the Rams a 20-7 lead late in the first half, moving him into sole possession of eighth on the school’s career TD receptions list; also coach was Steve Hagerts. served as CSU’s primary return man, showing tremendous poise to recover his own bobbled catch on a first-quarter punt, and run Personal: Given name Dion Morton…Born Feb. 25, 1986, in Riverside, Calif. …Son of Maurice and LaVerne Morton…Has it back a career-long 41 yards to set up his team’s second TD...On the Rams’ first series in Vandals contest, broke open into the two brothers, including fraternal twin Damon, his former teammate, who signed as a free agent in 2008 with the Carolina Panthers; seam for what would’ve been a 70-yard touchdown, but the pass was slightly overthrown, and earlier helped Tyson Liggett into Dion actually is older by 1 minute, although Damon played as a true freshman and, after Dion’s greyshirt and redshirt years, actu- the end zone with a key block…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), registered his fourth career 100-yard receiving game, highlighted ally gained two years of eligibility on his brother…Majoring in sociology…Hometown: Riverside, Calif. by a superlative, 36-yard TD reception in which he beat his man to a slightly underthrown pass, then juked the final Utah threat in- DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense side the Utes’ 5-yard line before waltzing into the end zone; the score gave CSU a 17-3 lead late in the third quarter…Earlier in Utes Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds contest, moved the chains on a third down during a game-tying field-goal drive, and later, answered Utah’s game-tying touchdown 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .8 0 2 51 25.5 0 40 6.4 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 51 drive with a 43-yard kickoff return in the fourth quarter…Didn’t start in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), but impressively converted an 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .9 0 20 183 9.2 1 37 20.3 2 13 6.5 0 14 22 196 early third-and-9 against the nation’s seventh-ranked defense…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), gave the Rams a 21-7 lead 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .13 13 51 859 16.8 10 79 66.1 14 129 9.2 2 25 65 988 with his third career rushing TD, and third against SDSU, on a 19-yard reverse; also had a 33-yard kickoff return to answer the 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 10 25 443 17.7 4 57 36.9 11 43 3.9 1 26 36 508 Aztecs’ TD drive in the third quarter…Had a 35-yard kickoff return in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31)…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), threw Career totals (four years) . . .42 23 98 1,536 15.7 15 79 36.6 27 185 0.0 3 26 125 1,743 two more passes – the first that didn’t go for TDs -- to keep his completion percentage at 1.000; first, found TE Norman Gee for Attempted one incomplete pass, vs. Houston (09/20/08); completed pass for 19 yards, vs. BYU (11/01/08); completed 40-yard TD, 16 yards on a third-and-1 in the initial quarter, then hooked up with Rashaun Greer for 7 yards to extend a second-quarter TD vs. Weber State (09/12/09); completed 25-yard TD, vs. Nevada (09/19/09); 2-for-2 passing, 23 yards, at UNLV (11/07/09) drive…In his final college game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), had three catches for 51 yards, including a significant 18- Punt Returns — Kickoff Returns — All-Purpose yard reception early int eh fourth quarter on a go-ahead FG drive; earlier in the same drive, preserved the possession by recover- Year School No Yds Avg TD Long No Yds Avg TD Long Yds Avg/G ing a Leonard Mason fumble…Late in the first half, after Wyoming had taken a lead, had a 30-yard kickoff return. 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . . . 2 21 10.5 0 18 2 32 16.0 0 16 1,041 80.1 2008 (Junior): An all-conference receiver (Rivals.com first team, Phil Steele second team), started all 13 games at wide 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . . . . 6 62 10.3 0 41 35 862 24.6 0 43 1,410 117.5 receiver…Tied a CSU single-season record shared by David Anderson (2005) and Jeff Champine (1981) with 10 touchdown re- Career totals (four years) . . . . . 8 83 10.4 0 41 54 1349 25.0 0 74 3,153 75.1 ceptions, second in the conference behind All-America candidate Austin Collie (15)…Also finished second on the team with 51 re- ceptions for 859 yards (16.8 avg.)…Ranked seventh in the MWC in receiving yards per game (66.1)…Also was the team’s 7 JOHN MOSURE MOH-zyur third-leading rusher with 129 yards on 14 carries (9.2 avg.) and two more TDs…Completed one of two passes, for 19 yards, had two kickoff returns for 32 yards (16.0 avg.) and returned a pair of punts for 21 yards (10.5 avg.)…In season opener vs. Colorado RUNNING BACK | 5-10 | 211 | JUNIOR | 2L | MIAMI, FLA. (COLUMBUS) (Aug. 31), scored the first touchdown of the year, a 21-yard reception from Billy Farris to cut CU’s lead to 14-7; later in Buffs con- 2009 (Junior): Played in 11 games, with eight starts at running back …Averaged 5.2 yards per carry (124-for-650), with test, delivered a key block on Gartrell Johnson’s 24-yard carry, and returned the first punt of his career for 11 yards…In initial quar- a team-leading seven rushing TDs…Also led the Rams in overall TDs with eight, including one through the air (13 catches, 155 ter of team’s first victory, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), caught a 44-yard pass to put the Rams at the Hornets’ 4-yard line, then yards, 11.9 avg.)…Named in the season’s opening week one of five permanent team captains, the only special-teams captain…In helped to set up a go-ahead TD in the third quarter with a 19-yard reception to the Hornets’ 1…Also in Hornets contest, had a fourth- resounding career debut as starting RB, a 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), scored the Rams’ only two touchdowns, his first multi- quarter touchdown reception nullified by offsetting penalties…On second play from scrimmage in eventual 28-25 win vs. Hous- TD effort as a college player (had previously scored on a kickoff return, fumbled opponent kickoff return, carry and reception, but ton (Sept. 20), caught a 79-yard TD, streaking down the right sideline, his longest college reception; helped Rams jump out to a never more than once in a game)…Scored CSU’s first 2009 points, a 1-yard plunge on the Rams’ initial series, then caught his first 21-0 lead with more than 100 yards by the end of the initial quarter, en route to five catches for 126 yards…Also in Cougars con- TD pass in two years, 13-yard reception as a receiver late in the first quarter to put CSU up 14-0…Established career highs in car- test, threw his first college pass, an incompletion deflected out of Rashaun Greer’s arms, his first pass since his high school days ries (11) and yards (44), including the longest carry of his career – a 16-yard scamper that pierced CU territory on a second-quar- 40 as a quarterback…At Cal (Sept. 27), nearly scored in the fourth quarter on a 36-yard crossing pattern, setting up a TD…In con- ter field goal drive that gave CSU a 17-0 lead – but didn’t play after halftime, held out by doctors for precautionary reasons after ference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), threw a block to help Johnson to 23 of his 191 rushing yards, setting up a second-quar- sustaining a head injury…Suited up for contest vs. Weber State (Sept. 12) but did not play…Returned as a backup RB to help Rams ter TD…At No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), caught a pair of critical passes on game-opening drive, a gritty fourth-down conversion and a to assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), establishing a career high with 99 yards (on 18 carries, 5.5 avg., one TD); set up his 29-yard TD that knotted the game, 7-7…Spurred CSU to a 38-34 win at San Diego State (Oct. 25) with the first two rushing TDs own 1-yard TD one play later with a 10-yard run in the first quarter, diving for the pylon…Later in Wolf Pack contest, converted a of his career, a 12-yard end-around that knotted the game in the third quarter, and a 24-yard reverse that gave CSU its first lead third-and-1 on another first-quarter TD drive, and had four second-half carries of 10-or-more yards, including an 18-yard burst to later in the same period; just three plays before his go-ahead TD, set up the score with a 25-yard burst around the left end, part of set up the Rams’ final TD…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), returned to the starting lineup for the first time his three-carry, 61-yard night…In tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), each of his TDs gave CSU a lead, his 32-yard score in three weeks, and on a second-quarter touchdown drive that got the Rams back in the game, caught a 15-yard pass to convert late in the first half that put the Rams up 21-14, and an electrifying 55-yard score with only 1:44 remaining in the game, giving CSU a third down…Later in Cougars contest, after a big 16-yard run early in the second half, got his wind knocked out but later re- a 42-38 advantage…Also in Cougars contest, set up a fourth-quarter TD with his first career completion, a 19-yard pass to Kory turned…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), converted a fourth down to keep alive a first-quarter TD march; also picked up an Sperry…At Air Force (Nov. 8), caught a second-quarter TD on fourth-and-3 from the Falcons’ 4-yard line…Pivotal in 20-6 win vs. important first down on a direct snap, early in the third quarter…In loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), made a stellar one-handed grab New Mexico (Nov. 15), caught three clutch third-down receptions — a first-quarter grab that moved the sticks on a CSU FG drive, late in the first half to give CSU an important first down…In loss to San Diego State (Oct. 24), returned to the starting lineup and a 27-yard catch that pierced UNM territory on a second-half FG drive, and a sensational 6-yard touchdown in which he got one toe racked up a then-career-high 130 rushing yards, his first 100-yard effort, with a TD carry and TD pass; on his first pass as a col- down and maintained possession to extend CSU’s lead in the third quarter…In win at Wyoming (Nov. 22), caught six passes for lege player, found FB Zac Pauga for a 23-yard go-ahead score late in the third quarter…Earlier vs. Aztecs on a first-quarter TD drive, 160 yards and three touchdowns, establishing career highs in yards and TDs, and matching a personal best in receptions, while had six carries for 27 yards, including a fourth-down conversion and a 6-yard score, in which he muscled himself into the end zone helping the Rams become bowl eligible for the first time in three years…His first two touchdown grabs, for 51 and 43 yards, re- through a pair of SDSU defenders; later set up another TD with a 22-yard run, longest of his career until his 24-yard scamper in spectively, erased the Cowboys’ 14-3 advantage, staking CSU to a 17-14 lead, while his third, early in the fourth quarter, gave the the fourth quarter…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), scored both Rams TDs – a career-best two rushing TDs -- and converted a pair of Rams a lead they wouldn’t relinquish; on that play, made a spectacular reception, diving to bring in the pass and putting one knee fourth downs in the first half; first, in the first quarter, broke a tackle in the backfield before reeling off a 12-yard run to convert a down before tumbling out of the end zone (replay review upheld the TD)…The score also tied him for the Rams’ single-season fourth-and-1, then set up his own TD with a fourth-down run off a direct snap just before halftime…Scored on the next play from record with 10 TD catches…In New Mexico Bowl win vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), returned his first kickoffs since Oct. 20, 2007; 1 yard out, before adding a 2-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter…In heart-crushing last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), took the opening kickoff back past midfield, but a penalty erased most of the yards. had a bittersweet career-high 177 rushing yards on 27 carries, with two rushing TDs; was on the way into the end zone for a third 2007 (Sophomore): The team's primary KR, had emerged a threat in the Rams' receiving corps, with 20 catches for 183 score that would’ve put CSU up 34-26 with only 6 minutes left, but fumbled and the Lobos recovered on the CSU 5…Up until that yards (9.1 avg.) and one TD, until sustaining a season-ending ankle injury in Game 9…Averaged 26.8 yards per kickoff return to unfortunate play, just his second fumble in 138 touches, had touched the ball on all seven snaps, and had accounted for all 77 yards lead the MWC and rank 26th nationally…Garnered all-conference recognition as a KR from Phil Steele…At Houston (Sept. 22), on the march, including a career-long 39-yard run, setting the Rams up for a game-clinching score…Earlier in Lobos contest, set got the Rams on the board with a 37-yard TD, his first career scoring reception, then set up a first-quarter TD with a 74-yard kick- up his own second-quarter score with a 22-yard burst one play prior…Started the 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), picking up off return…At TCU (Sept. 29), took a third-and-9 reception for 25 yards and put life back into the CSU offense on a third-quarter 36 yards on four carries before departing with injury; gashed the Cowboys with a 26-yard blast in the second quarter, setting up FG drive…Made all four of his receptions vs. SDSU (Oct. 6) in the fourth quarter, including two on the go-ahead TD drive late in his 1-yard TD that was nullified by a chop-block penalty (CSU eventally scored). the contest…Against Air Force (Oct. 13), shifted first-quarter momentum by returning a short kickoff 29 yards to the AFA 49, giv- 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, playing both on special teams and on offense…Had 122 rushing yards, on ing the Rams a short field and setting up a TD…Registered three catches for 20 yards and returned a second-half kickoff 37 yards 30 carries (4.1 avg.), with two TDs…Also posted 16 catches for 122 yards (7.6 avg.), and returned 16 kickoffs for 381 yards (23.8 to help CSU in its emotional first win, at UNLV (Oct. 20)…Sprained his ankle at BYU (Nov. 3) and missed much of the second half. avg.) and another TD…Added a fourth TD, returning an opponent’s fumbled kickoff return, in Game 5…In season opener vs. Col- 2006 (Freshman): Played eight games as a WR and on special teams …Recorded each of his season's two grabs, including orado (Aug. 31), returned the first kickoff of his collegiate career for a 90-yard touchdown, snapping the nation’s third-longest streak a 40-yarder, vs. TCU (Nov. 25). of kickoffs without a TD (285); on the play, found a crease in the middle of the field, then out ran three CU pursuers down the far 2005: Redshirted…A member of the ‘04 class, had joined CSU during spring camp after greyshirting the ‘04 school year. FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON High School: Was first-team all-California and the county offensive player of the year at John W. North High School in sideline over the last 40 yards before diving for the pylon…Also converted a third down with a final-quarter carry in Buffs con- half…In second half of loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), broke up a potential TD pass…Scored his first career TD in heart-crushing last-sec- test…Had season highs in carries (7) and yards (27) at Cal (Sept. 27), and produced five first downs, including his first career rush- ond loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), returning an INT 97 yards for go-ahead points early in the fourth quarter; also had 1½ tackles ing TD, a 1-yard plunge; also led the team with four receptions…In conference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), scored the day’s for loss, including a fourth-down stop at the CSU 41-yard line with the Rams trailing 17-14 in the third quarter…In his final game, final points, recovering a fumble for a TD with no time remaining on a crazy kickoff return, igniting the CSU bench into euphoria; a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), nearly registered his fifth INT, dropping a pass at the CSU 5-yard line late in the first half. earlier, appeared to have recovered a fumble on another kickoff, when CSU claimed he had stolen the ball from UNLV kickoff re- 2008 (Junior): Earned a scholarship following spring drills and started all 13 games at cornerback…The former QB also turner Michael Johnson at the Rebels’ 26-yard line, but replays couldn’t produce enough conclusive evidence…Had two carries supplied CSU’s all-important holding duties for placements during the first half of the year…Despite battling an elbow injury much for 9 yards, vs. TCU (Oct. 11) and the nation’s No. 1 rushing defense; both attempts were on direct snaps…Caught a career-most of the year, posted 74 tackles (51 solo), with one tackle for loss, one INT, three PBUs and a forced fumble…Made first Division I five passes at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18)…In important win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), proved himself as a valuable playmaker, catch- start, in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31)…Late in the first half of 28-25 victory vs. Houston (Sept. 20), averted disaster on ing two timely passes; after converting a third-and-4 late in the first half, set up Kory Sperry’s game-winning TD by taking a short a field-goal attempt by taking a missed snap and running 14 yards for a first down, his first Division I carry; two plays later, Gartrell pass and streaking down the far sideline for 48 yards late in the third quarter…In tough, 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), took Johnson scored from 7 yards out to give CSU a 21-0 lead…In conference-opening win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), his third-down stick late a direct snap and scored on a 9-yard run to give CSU a first-quarter lead…Early in win vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15) converted a third in the first half forced a Rebels punt…In tough loss vs. TCU (Oct. 11), broke up a third-down pass to force a second-half punt, forced down on a game-opening field-goal drive…In fourth quarter of win at Wyoming (Nov. 22), struck the Cowboys with runs of 8 and a fumble and notched a QB hurry…At No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), with the Rams trailing 14-7 in the second quarter and defending a 9 yards to advance the Rams’ eventual TD drive that put the game away, helping CSU to bowl eligibility…In New Mexico Bowl tri- short field, picked off Brian Johnson for the CB’s first career INT; patiently weaved the return 55 yards deep into Utah territory, set- umph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), saw a 45-yard kickoff return wiped out by a penalty away from the runback. ting up a field goal…Later in Utes contest, made an athletic play deep in CSU territory to break up a pass intended for Jereme 2007 (Freshman): Had 14 carries for 40 yards (2.9 avg.), and five catches for 46 yards (9.2 avg.), including one TD…Made Brooks, an effort that forced officials to wave off a pass-interference call because he knocked the ball away before contacting the his college debut in season opener at Colorado (Sept. 1)…Also played briefly in Week 2 vs. Cal (Sept. 8)…At Houston (Sept. 22), receiver (Utah was charged with a timeout after its challenge failed to overturn the call)…In tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. scored his initial career TD on his first collegiate reception, a weaving, 21-yard play that gave CSU an early 14-3 advantage…Took 1), made a sure, open-field solo tackle on All-America WR Austin Collie at the CSU 3-yard line, setting up a goal-line stand…Helped the bulk of the carries at TCU (Sept. 29), with 34 yards on 10 attempts…Underwent mouth surgery during the practice week and force an incompletion on an early third-down pass in eventual win vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15), forcing a missed field-goal at- did not play at BYU (Nov. 3), but returned to at New Mexico (Nov. 10)…Caught a pass in win vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17). tempt…In first quarter of win at Wyoming (Nov. 22) that made CSU bowl eligible, had a career-best 11 tackles (10 solo); pushed 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. Greg Boling out of the back of the end zone to prevent the Cowboys from going up 14-0; they missed a FG on the next play…Late High School: A two-year starter and letterwinner at Columbus High School in Miami, Fla. …Led both Dade County and in first half of Cowboys contest, nearly picked off Clint Stuzriem, and made three crucial plays on a third-quarter drive with CSU Broward County with 1,534 rushing yards in 2005…Also scored 22 TDs to lead the region…Was runner-up Mr. Florida Football protecting a 17-14 lead — dove to deflect a pass and thwart a sure TD in the end zone, then broke up a third-down pass near the in 2005…Received the Old Spice Red Zone Award, presented to the Top 50 football players in the country by USA Today…Named goal line, forcing the Cowboys to kick a game-tying field goal…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), dropped first-team all-league as a senior…Also was named to the all-Dade County team in 2005…Played in Dade vs. Broward all-star game Devon Wylie after a catch for minus-2 yards in the first quarter. as well as the South vs. North Dade all-star contest…Named Dade County MVP in 2005…Helped team to district championship 2007 (Sophomore): Passionate cornerback dressed for every contest, with six games played, all on special teams…Turned under head coach Chris Merritt…Also attended Palmetto High School in Miami, Fla., for two-and-a-half years…Member of the Na- heads with a surprising fall camp…Made his collegiate debut in season opener, at Colorado (Sept. 1). tional Honor Society…Also competed in track. 2006: Sat out after transferring to CSU in the spring of his freshman year. Personal: Given name John David Mosure…Born Feb. 5, 1988, in Orlando, Fla. …Son of David and Connie Mosure…Has 2005 (Freshman): Played for Division II University of Mary, which produced CSU men's basketball coach Tim Miles, in one sister…A communication studies major…Hometown: Miami, Fla. Bismarck, N.D. DIVISION I STATISTICS Rushing — Receiving — Com Offense High School: A team captain and all-state quarterback and defensive back, lettered three years in football at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colo. …Contributed to a pair of league titles and the 2002 state championship…Also lettered three years in track, Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds was named CHS athlete of the year, and earned academic all-state recognition. 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . .11 0 14 40 2.9 0 10 3.6 5 46 9.2 1 21 19 86 Personal: Given name Nicholas Jack Sheets Oppenneer…Born July 7, 1986, in Englewood, Colo. …Son of Jack and Mau- 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 0 30 122 4.1 2 14 9.4 16 122 7.6 0 48 46 244 reen Oppenneer…Has a younger brother…Majoring in economics…Hometown: Littleton, Colo. 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .11 8 124 650 5.2 7 39 59.1 13 155 11.9 1 25 137 805 Career totals (three years) . .35 8 168 812 4.8 9 39 23.2 34 323 9.5 2 48 202 1,135 IVISION TATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — completed 23-yard TD pass, vs. San Diego State (10/24/09) D I S Punt Returns — Kickoff Returns — All-Purpose Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU 41 Year School No Yds Avg TD Long No Yds Avg TD Long Yds Avg/G 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .6 0 0 2 2 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2008 Colorado State (so.) . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 16 381 23.8 1 90 625 46.8 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . .13 13 51 23 74 1.0 2 0.0 0 1 0 0 1 55 3 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 3 63 21.0 0 30 868 78.9 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .12 12 39 24 63 2.0 3 0.0 0 0 1 6 4 155 6 Career totals (three years) . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 19 444 23.8 1 90 1579 45.1 Career totals (three years) . .31 25 90 49 139 3.0 5 0.0 0 1 1 6 5 210 9 Additional statistics — one rushing attempt for 14 yards, vs. Houston (09/20/08) 11 NICK OPPENNEER awp-in-EER 4 BRANDON OWENS CORNERBACK | 5-10 | 182 | SENIOR | 2L | LITTLETON, COLO. (UNIV. OF MARY) CORNERBACK | 6-0 | 178 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | BAKERSFIELD, CALIF. (RIDGEVIEW) 2009 (Senior): Started all 12 games at cornerback…Honorable-mention all-conference, finished tied for fourth in the MWC 2009 (Sophomore): Played in 10 games, with two starts…Had 13 tackles (five solo) and one pass breakup…Made his and tied for 49th nationally with 0.33 INTs per game…His four picks were the most by a CSU player since Ben Stratton’s four in 2009 debut on defense late in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)…In fourth quarter of 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), saw significant 2003, becoming one of just two Rams (Stratton) to reach four in the past decade, and those four came against NFL prospects Max playing time at cornerback with Nick Oppenneer sidelined… Played on defense during fourth quarter of loss at TCU (Oct. 17)…In Hall (BYU), Nathan Enderle (Idaho) and Donovan Porterie (New Mexico), as well as Terrence Cain from nationally ranked Utah…Had loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), made his first start since Sept. 20, 2008…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), again made the start the longest INT return by an MWC player in 2009, a 97-yard play that gave CSU go-ahead fourth-quarter points at UNM in Week at CB and nearly intercepted a first-quarter pass in the end zone. 12…Also had 63 tackles (39 solo), two stops for loss, six passes broken up and a fumble recovery…A former walk-on, was voted 2008 (Freshman): Played in 10 games, starting three contests at cornerback…Had 13 tackles (nine solo), one stop for by his 2009 teammates as one of five permanent team captains, one of two on defense (also Klint Kubiak)…Kicked off senior year loss, and one pass broken up…Made his college debut, in the starting lineup, in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31); broke up in reverberating 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); broke up a third-down pass to force a third-quarter punt…Made a pair of signif- a Cody Hawkins pass in the third quarter, helping to force a punt…Sustained an ankle injury in first quarter vs. Houston (Sept. 20) icant fourth-quarter plays in assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19); first, with the Wolf Pack driving, leapt high to break up a and did not return…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), played much of the third quarter at cornerback in place pass on the Rams’ 30, then recovered a fumble on the Rams’ 5 on third-and-goal, thwarting an eight-play, 70-yard drive…In loss of an injured Nick Oppenneer. at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), picked off O’Brien candidate Hall to thwart a second-quarter drive in CSU territory…Notched a second 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. straight game with an INT in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), picking off Enderle on the ninth play of the Vandals’ game-open- High School: Was a two-sport athlete at Ridgeview High School in Bakersfield, Calif. …Invited to the Nike Combine in 2005 ing drive; began his return several yards deep in his own end zone, and officially wound up with a 58-yard runback to set up the and California State football Down Under Bowl in 2007…A two-time all-league defensive back, also received all-league track and Rams’ first score…Also in Vandals contest, came up with a sure third-down stop in the second half, and broke up a pass with 1:23 field and all-area honors in 2006…Was an eight-time national track and field junior Olympian…Named to dean's list…High school left in the game to force an Idaho punt and give CSU the ball…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), made a third-down stop in the first football coach was Mike Crews. period to force Utah to settle for a field goal, then intercepted Cain on the next offensive snap, making a nice adjustment to undercut Personal: Given name Brandon Jay Owens…Born Jan. 21, 1989, in Bakersfield, Calif. …Son of Craig and Tegra Owens…Has the intended receiver…Late in first half of Utes contest, his sure sideline tackle dropped Eddie Wide short on fourth-and-3 at the one brother…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Bakersfield, Calif. Rams’ 26-yard line, giving CSU the ball with 19 seconds left and preserving a 3-3 tie, but left early in the third quarter with a leg DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — injury and did not return…Still started in loss the following week at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), nearly intercepted a pair of passes, one in the end zone on a tough play; in second quarter, made a third-down stop to force the Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Aztecs to settle for a FG, in which they missed…In loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), broke up a pass on the first play of the second 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .10 3 9 4 13 1.0 4 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .10 2 5 8 13 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON Career totals (two years) . . .20 5 14 12 26 1.0 4 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 36 ZAC PAUGA pah-UNN-gah Walter recovered to give CSU a 17-6 lead…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), caught a 25-yard razzle-dazzle TD from WR Dion Morton, after Morton caught a lateral pass, to give CSU a 14-0 first-quarter lead…In loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), had FULLBACK | 6-0 | 240 | JUNIOR | 2L | LAKEWOOD, COLO. (GREEN MOUNTAIN) a four-catch, 48-yard day; converted an early third down with a BYU defender draped all over him to pierce the Cougars’ red 2009 (Junior): Played in all 12 games, with 10 starts…Had the first 15 carries of his career, for 55 yards (3.7 avg.), and zone…Later in BYU game, made an adjustment on a tipped completion at the BYU 5 to set up Leonard Mason’s TD run; on that tied for second on the team with 25 receptions, for 219 yards (8.8 avg.) and three TDs…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. run, made a nice block to usher Mason into the end zone…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), caught a 3-yard TD pass on the 6), made a key block to usher John Mosure into the end zone and give the Rams their initial 2009 points on the season’s first drive, last play of the first quarter, after helping Tyson Liggett into the end zone on a key block earlier in the period…In 24-17 loss vs. and also helped to spring Leonard Mason on a 16-yard run to help CSU escape the shadow of its own goal line in the second quar- Utah (Oct. 10), made a pair of catches on a second-quarter drive, including a big third-down reception…In loss vs. San Diego State ter…Early in 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), took a handoff for the first time in his career, a 4-yard gain (had 30 career re- (Oct. 24), sealed off the left edge for Mosure to covert a fourth down on a first-quarter TD drive…In second quarter of loss vs. Air ceptions entering contest, but no carries)…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), set up a first-quarter TD with his second Force (Oct. 31), caught a third-and-6 pass to move the chains and set up first-and-goal on a key FG drive that put the Rams back 2009 carry, then caught his first career TD pass, a 32-yard reception from Grant Stucker to give CSU a 28-6 lead early in the final in the game; but on the catch, injured his shoulder and did not return. period; on CSU’s next drive, threw a nice block to spring Mosure on an 18-yard run that essentially put the game away…In bitter 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, with five starts…Caught five passes for 29 yards (5.8 avg.) on the year…With 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), provided a key block for Mosure on a fourth-down conversion to keep alive a first-quarter TD march…In Chris Kawulok (knee) out of action, saw considerable time as a reserve tight end early in the year…Started as a second tight end 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), helped Mason to 130 rushing yards, thwarting a Utes defender on Mason’s crucial third-and-1 dur- at Cal (Sept. 27), at Utah (Oct. 18) and at San Diego State (Oct. 25)…In tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), took a third- ing a game-tying FG drive in the second quarter, and helping Mason walk in untouched on CSU’s third-quarter go-ahead TD…Ear- and-1 pass for 13 yards to the Cougars’ 6-yard line, setting up a go-ahead TD one play later…Started as CSU’s lone TE in bowl- lier in Utes contest, caught a screen for 17 yards, moving the pile himself for the last 4 yards…Early in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), qualifying win at Wyoming (Nov. 22)…Also started as the lone TE in New Mexico Bowl vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20). paved the way for Mason on a third-and-1, en route to the game’s first points…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), sealed off 2007 (Freshman): Talented youngster played in 10 games as a true freshman (one of just two CSU true freshmen to play the last defender on Dion Morton’s 19-yard TD run, then caught a 23-yard TD pass from RB John Mosure to give CSU a 28-21 third- in ‘07), with one start, catching two passes for 16 yards (8.0 avg.)…Made his college debut at Colorado (Sept. 1), the first true quarter lead; his 40 receiving yards were a career high…In second quarter of loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), rumbled for 8 yards, break- freshman to play for the Rams since 2005…Made his initial college start, vs. No. 10 Cal (Sept. 8)…Posted his first collegiate re- ing a tackle inside the red zone, to set up a third-and-manageable on a key FG drive that put the Rams back in the game…In ception, a 5-yard catch, at TCU (Sept. 29)…Also registered one catch for 11 yards in win vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17). last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), helped Mosure to a career-high 177 rushing yards, including a key block on his sec- High School: Named to the Norfolk Daily News Top 20 in 2006 at Crofton (Neb.) High School…Received first-team all-state ond-quarter TD run; later, broke a tackle after a third-quarter reception and rumbled 11 yards for a first down…In 17-16 loss vs. football honors in 2006…A three-sport varsity letterwinner, played tight end and defensive end in football, center in basketball and Wyoming (Nov. 27), caught a career-best six passes, for 38 yards, including a 4-yard TD reception from Jon Eastman that gave catcher in baseball…Was a member of the National Honor Receiving — CSU a 13-7 lead early in the second half; also made a spectacular leaping catch early in the second quarter, a 15-yard play to the Society…High school football coach was Tony Hoffman. DIVISION I STATISTICS Cowboys’ 6-yard line…Two snaps earlier on that TD drive, threw a key block to spring Mosure on a 26-yard run. Personal: Given name Eric Jacob Peitz…Born May Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, with nine starts…Registered 19 catches for 114 yards (6.0 avg.)…In sea- 5, 1988, in Yankton, S.D. …Son of Larry and Judy 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . .10 1 2 16 8.0 0 10 1.6 son opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), caught five passes for 22 yards…In first victory, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), delivered an Peitz…Is the middle child of a five-son family, with two 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 5 5 29 5.8 0 13 3.2 important block to spring Gartrell Johnson into the end zone for a go-ahead TD…Turned a short pass into an early 17-yard gain older brothers and two younger brothers…Majoring in bi- 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .9 9 14 114 8.1 3 25 12.7 vs. Houston (Sept. 20), then converted a third-down with a 4-yard catch to extend a pivotal, second-half TD drive that gave CSU a ological sciences…Hometown: Crofton, Neb. …Last Career totals (three years) . .32 15 21 159 7.6 3 25 5.0 28-17 lead with less than 10 minutes left…In win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), provided a block that gave Johnson a key first down name is pronounced PYTS, as in “heights.” on a game-tying TD drive late in the third quarter, then converted a third-and-4 late in the game, allowing CSU to run out the clock and preserve its 38-34 victory…In tough 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), threw a key first-half block to spring Johnson on a 53 COLE PEMBERTON 10-yard run; the Rams scored a go-ahead TD on the next play…At Air Force (Nov. 8), threw a nice block to help Johnson into the TACKLE | 6-7 | 318 | SENIOR | 3L | HIGHLANDS RANCH, COLO. (MOUNTAIN VISTA) end zone on the game-opening drive…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), had four receptions, two of which 2009 (Senior): Started all 12 games at weakside tackle…An honorable-mention all-conference selection, allowed only one were for first downs on CSU’s critical TD drive just before half, including a 21-yard catch…Also, late in bowl contest, threw a block sack all season, to TCU All-American Jerry Hughes, and only one QB hurry in more than 300 passing plays…Graded out at least to help spring Johnson on a game-icing 77-yard TD run. 85 percent in every game, with nearly 70 knockdown blocks and nearly 30 “outstanding efforts”…Recognized by CollegeFoot- 2007 (Freshman): Emerged as a quality fullback in fall camp and played in all 12 games, starting six…Had 11 receptions ballNews.com as a third-team midseason All-American on Oct. 27…Named in the season’s opening week one of five permanent 42 for 102 yards (9.3 avg.), including his first career catch, a 6-yard play on a second-quarter TD drive that would tie the contest vs. team captains, one of two on offense (also Shelley Smith)…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), helped Rams outgain No. 10 Cal (Sept. 8)…At TCU (Sept. 29), left after a first-quarter kickoff return with a concussion and did not return, but played the Buffs on the ground, 168-29…In second quarter of 24-23 win vs. Weber State, pancaked his man to help spring Leonard the following week vs. San Diego State (Oct. 6) and caught a 12-yard pass…Made his first start, vs. Air Force (Oct. 13)…Made a Mason on a 14-yard run during a seven-play, 85-yard TD drive in the second quarter…In loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), helped nice block to spring Johnson on a 4-yard TD run in CSU's emotional first win, at UNLV (Oct. 20)…Caught one pass for 7 yards vs. the Rams pass for 372 yards, their most since the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl; averted disaster by recovering a fumble at the CSU 44 Utah (Oct. 27), and another for 13 yards at BYU (Nov. 3), where he started as a slot receiver…Started as a tight end at New Mex- after a second-quarter sack…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), helped Tyson Liggett into the end zone on a key block during ico (Nov. 10)…In victory vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17), delivered a pivotal block on Johnson's 27-yard TD…Had three grabs for the opening period; also helped the Rams hold Idaho without a sack, while passing for four TDs and gaining 139 ground yards 39 yards in season finale vs. Wyoming (Nov. 23)…Preserved a go-ahead TD drive with a fourth-down reception, for 13 yards, in against the WAC’s top rushing defense…In first quarter of 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), recovered another fumble at the CSU 36 second quarter; later, on a third-quarter FG drive, snagged a 19-yard pass to convert a third-and-9. in a 3-0 game; also showed athleticism in speeding downfield to provide the final block on Rashaun Greer’s 45-yard run, setting 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of eligibility.…Moved to H-back and blocking back in the spring. up a CSU TD…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), made a huge block to spring Mosure on a 22-yard run, setting up a second- High School: A first-team all-state selection at 4A Green Mountain High School in Lakewood, Colo. …Also was a two-time quarter TD…Sustained ankle injury in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7) and did not play in fourth quarter; would not have played following all-conference choice for the Rams…A four-time letterwinner and three-year starter, helped the team to a 6-4 record in weekend if not for CSU’s bye week…Returned to lineup in loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), but aggravated the ankle injury late in the 2005…Played defensive end and running back as a senior…Credited with a team-high 75 tackles in 2005…Also led GMHS with first half and did not return; still helped CSU to 116 first-half rushing yards…In his final game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 15 tackles for loss and added a school-record 16 sacks (for 58 yards)…Rushed for 660 yards on 128 carries as a senior…Played 27), helped Mason to 119 yards rushing, and threw a key block for Lou Greenwood on an 8-yard TD run in the second quarter. football for head coach Kevin Rice…Also competed in wrestling and rugby, in which he helped his school to a league championship. 2008 (Junior): Started all 13 games at tackle, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20)…Following the team’s opener vs. Personal: Given name Zachary Taala Pauga…Born Feb. 25, 1988, in Denver, Colo. …Son of Tolouli and Kara Pauga…Has Colorado (Aug. 31), shifted from strong-side tackle to weak-side tackle…In important win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), threw a one brother and one sister…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Lakewood, Colo. …Traditional pronunciation of his last name lead block to help spring Dion Morton on a game-tying TD run early in the second half, then showed his agility by getting out includes an “N” sound (pah-UNN-gah). ahead of John Mosure to usher him on a 48-yard reception that set up the game-winning TD early in the fourth quarter. DIVISION I STATISTICS Rushing — Receiving — Com Offense 2007 (Sophomore): Started the first 10 games at left tackle and played admirably, according to coaches, despite his in- Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds experience; did not play in season's final two contests due to injury…Toiled during fall camp to earn starting job as Caleb Hanie's 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 6 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 11 102 9.3 0 19 11 102 blind-side protector…Left with an ankle injury after the first offensive snap at New Mexico (Nov. 10) and did not return…Missed 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 9 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 19 114 6.0 0 21 19 114 the ensuing contests vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17) and vs. Wyoming (Nov. 23). 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .12 10 15 55 3.7 0 10 4.6 25 219 8.8 3 32 40 274 2006 (Freshman): Saw playing time at tackle at Utah (Nov. 11), vs. UNLV (Oct. 7) and vs. BYU (Nov. 4). Career totals (three years) . .37 25 15 55 3.7 0 10 1.5 55 435 7.9 3 32 70 490 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. High School: Regarded as one of the state's finest offensive linemen, at Mountain Vista High School in Highlands Ranch, 45 ERIC PEITZ PYTS Colo. …Attended Shawnee Mission (Kan.) East High School before enrolling at Mountain Vista…Earned three varsity letter awards TIGHT END | 6-5 | 251 | JUNIOR | 2L | CROFTON, NEB. (CROFTON) in football…Was a three-time all-conference honoree…High school coach was Rick Cash. 2009 (Junior): Had started all nine games at tight end until sustaining a season-ending shoulder injury in Week 9…Fin- Personal: Given name Cole Walker Pemberton…Born July 1, 1987, in ished with 14 receptions for 114 yards (8.1 avg.) and three TDs, ending the year on an eight-game reception streak…In resound- Kansas City, Mo. …Son of Jeff and Karen Pemberton…Has two brothers and Career Division I games played/started — 38/35 ing 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), made a key block to usher John Mosure into the end zone and give the Rams their initial 2009 one sister…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Highlands Ranch, Colo. (12/12 in 2009; 13/13 in 2008, 10/10 in 2007, points on the season’s first drive…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), hauled in his first career TD reception, a go-ahead 2- 3/0 in 2006). yarder from Grant Stucker in the corner of the end zone that gave the Rams their eventual game-winning points; officials initially ruled the play incomplete, but replay overturned the call…Earlier in half, had gone to the locker room for treatment on a leg injury; FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON also in WSU contest, got a hand a second-quarter Leonard Mason fumble, pushing the ball into the end zone where teammate Tim 29 BRODERICK SARGENT 6 MYCHAL SISSON SISS-in RESHMAN HESTERFIELD O ARKWAY ENTRAL LB/TE | 6-2 | 214 | F | RS | C , M . (P C ) LINEBACKER | 5-11 | 203 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | DUNCANVILLE, TEXAS (DUNCANVILLE) 2009 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games, primarily on special teams…Had seven tackles (four solo)…Made his college debut in season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6)…Returned to defense in Week 7, when injuries at linebacker spawned coaches 2009 (Freshman): Started all 12 games at CSU’s playmaking position, weakside linebacker…Garnered second-team all- to move him back to his original position to provide depth…Still played in the offensive backfield in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…In conference honors, leading CSU in tackles for a second straight year, with 91 (51 solo)…Also tied for the conference lead, and tied loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), saw action in the offensive backfield, then came within inches of blocking a first-quarter punt…Picked up for 24th nationally, averaging 1.29 tackles for loss per game…His 15½ tackles for loss in 2009 were the most by a CSU player since a big block to help John Mosure into the end zone on a first-quarter play in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21). future Super Bowl champions Clark Haggans (17) and Joey Porter (16) in 1997…Plus, his team-leading six sacks were the most 2008: Redshirted in his first season of college eligibility. by a Rams defender since Bryan Save had seven in 2003…Additionally, broke up five passes, recovered a fumble and forced an- High School: A first-team all-conference choice on both sides of the ball as a senior at Parkway Central High School in other…Earlier, was named first-team midseason all-conference by Phil Steele Oct. 16…In reverberating 23-17 win at Colorado Chesterfield, Mo., a suburb of St. Louis, played both tight end and linebacker…Also received all-metro and third-team all-state hon- (Sept. 6), nearly intercepted a Cody Hawkins pass on the first play of the second quarter, then with the Buffs in CSU territory ors as a tight end in 2007, and second-team all-conference honors on both offense and defense as a junior in 2006…Head foot- halfway through the fourth quarter, picked up a QB hurry to force an incompletion two plays before a third-down sack of Cody ball coach was Mark Goldenberg…Lettered two years in football and three in track, in which he was a captain for three Hawkins, throwing the Buffs for a 9-yard loss and forcing a punt…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State, provided a pair of pressures, one years…Qualified for the state track meet and was voted MVP by his PCHS track teammates…A 2008 scholar-athlete, also received that forced a first-quarter incompletion on third down, leading to a missed FG, and another on a second-quarter flea flicker, also the U.S. Army National Scholar Athlete Award. an incomplete pass; also nearly intercepted a pass at CSU’s 5-yard line, and stopped Treyvn Smith for no gain on a key third-and- Personal: Given name Broderick Lawrence Sargent Jr. …Born June 8, 1990, in St. Louis, Mo. …Parents are Kenneth and 1 on WSU’s final drive…In 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), early in the final period, forced a fumble after a completion that was Jacqueline Kelly…Has five sisters and four brothers…Father, Broderick Sr., played football at Baylor, while his half-brother, Rod- recovered by teammate Nick Oppenneer at the Rams’ 11…In loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), shot through the backfield to sack Max erick, played basketball at Indiana…Stepfather, Kenneth, played football at Southwest Missouri State…An uncle, Richard, played Hall, one play before Nick Oppenneer’s interception; then early in the second half, forced a punt with a third-down hurry…In bit- football at Purdue, while a cousin, Chuck, played football at North Texas…Biological sciences major…Hometown: Chesterfield, Mo. ter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), posted seven stops, three for loss, including a sack; hurried QB Nathan Enderle on the ninth play DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — of the Vandals’ game-opening drive, inducing a Nick Oppenneer interception in the Rams’ end zone…Showed lightning quickness Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU in blitzing Enderle late in the first half, picking up his season’s third sack; his other two tackles for loss were on the same fourth- 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 0 4 3 7 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 quarter drive, helping to force a Vandals punt in a one-score game…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), on the first drive, stuffed Shaky Smithson on third-and-2, one play before Utah turned over the ball on downs; then, after a third-down stop that forced Utah to set- tle for a FG, made consecutive plays to force a second-quarter punt, shedding a block to drop Eddie Wide on a screen pass before 81 ADAM SEYMORE flooring Wide again on third down…Also in Utes contest, helped preserve a 3-3 halftime tie by breaking up a pass just before in- termission, then scooped up a Wide fumble to set up a third-quarter touchdown that gave CSU a 17-3 lead…In loss at No. 8 TCU TIGHT END | 6-4 | 250 | JUNIOR | 2L | ALTA LOMA, CALIF. (ALTA LOMA) (Oct. 17), combined with Ivory Herd on the Frogs’ first series to drop RB Joseph Turner on third down and force a punt, then on 2009 (Junior): Played in all 12 games, with three starts…Did not catch a pass…In 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), made TCU’s next snap forced an Ed Wesley fumble (upheld by replay) that Elijah-Blu Smith recovered to set up a FG that gave CSU a 6- a nice goal-line block to usher John Mosure into the end zone for the day’s first points…Made his first career start in loss at UNLV 0 lead; also thwarted a second-quarter possession, making stops on three of the last four plays, including fourth down from the (Nov. 7)…In second quarter of loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), opened a hole for Mosure on a 22-yard run, setting up the RB’s touch- CSU 30-yard line, to force a turnover on downs…Had a three tackles for loss in setback vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), including a down one play later. spectacular first-quarter stop in which he snuffed out a reverse to Aztec playmaker Vincent Brown, scrambling on all fours several 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20)…Caught one pass for 16 yards…In yards to drop the WR in the backfield; later on the same third-quarter drive, floored Brandon Sullivan twice, one in which he rocked season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), saw fourth-quarter playing time on offense…In 28-25 win vs. Houston (Sept. 20), made the RB with lightning quickness immediately after the handoff…Showed extreme toughness in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31); after his first career reception, a juggling catch to set up CSU inside the Houston 5-yard line, just before a second-quarter TD. leaving briefly with a painful shoulder injury late in the third quarter, returned to break up a pass and sack QB Tim Jefferson on the 2007 (Freshman): Played in eight total games, mostly on special teams; didn’t catch a pass…Saw action vs. Cal (Sept. same fourth-quarter drive…In loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), dropped the Rebels for an 8-yard loss to keep them out of field-goal range, 8), vs. Air Force (Oct. 13), at UNLV (Oct. 20), vs. Utah (Oct. 27), at BYU (Nov. 3), at New Mexico (Nov. 10), vs. Georgia Southern one of his two tackles for negative yardage on the night…Played with an upset stomach in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. (Nov. 17) and vs. Wyoming (Nov. 23). 21), and posted a pair of third-down stops to halt the Lobos in the first half, plus another tackle for loss…Had a career-high two 43 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. sacks — both in the second half — in 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27); the first came on a second-and-8 in the third quarter, High School: A three-year starter and letterwinner at Alta Loma (Calif.) High School…Helped team to an 8-3 record and a forcing the Cowboys to eventually punt with CSU protecting a 13-7 lead, and the second, on the last play of the third quarter, threw state playoff berth in 2005…Played tight end and defensive end…Named to all-conference teams as a junior and unanimous recog- Wyoming for a 10-yard loss, forcing the Pokes to covert a third-and-13. nition in 2005…Earned all-section honors as a senior…Had a blocked punt…As a tight end, credited with 39 "pancake" blocks as 2008 (Freshman): A consensus freshman All-American, including prestigious Sporting News All-Freshman Team recog- a senior…Named first team all-state as both an offensive and defensive lineman…Named to the 2006 San Bernardino County All- nition, Phil Steele and the Rivals.com Mountain West Newcomer of the Year award, also earned honorable-mention all-MWC hon- Star team and the 2006 Inland Empire All-Star DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — ors from the league's coaches and media…Played in all 13 games, with 12 starts…Ranked second among the nation's freshmen team…Also played basketball…Head football coach Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G (behind Oklahoma's Travis Lewis) with a team-leading 105 tackles (57 solo), including eight stops for loss and ½ sack, while was John Kusleika. breaking up three passes, forcing a fumble, and recovering two more, one of which he returned for a TD…Started his college Personal: Given name Adam Lawrence Sey- 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .8 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 0 1 16 16.0 0 16 1.3 debut, at strong-side linebacker, in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31)…Late in first half of Buffs contest, forced a Rodney more…Born July 2, 1988, in West Covina, Calif. Stewart fumble that was recovered by CSU's Jake Galusha in Rams territory…Sustained an ankle injury in CU game and didn't prac- …Son of Dan and Barbara Seymore…Has one 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .12 3 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 Career totals (three years) . .34 3 1 16 16.0 0 16 0.5 tice the following week, but still played as a reserve linebacker in win vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6)…At Cal (Sept. 27), his sec- brother and one sister…A construction management ond-quarter hurry forced an incompletion on third down and ensuing punt…In come-from-behind win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), led the major…Hometown: Alta Loma, Calif. team with nine tackles (six solo), including 1½ for loss; picked up his first career sack, combining with Jeff Horinek to drop Omar 15 MARCUS SHAW Clayton on third down, forcing the Rebels to punt on their first series…Later in Rebels contest, his sure, third-down tackle forced another UNLV punt…On a two-play possession in the second quarter at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), dropped Jereme Brooks for a 3- CORNERBACK | 5-8 | 174 | FRESHMAN | RS | DALLAS, TEXAS (DUNCANVILLE) yard loss on an end-around near midfield, then hurried QB Brian Johnson on second down, forcing an interception that Nick Op- penneer returned 55 yards to set up a FG that cut the Utes' lead to 14-10…His first-quarter pressure at San Diego State (Oct. 25) 2009 (Freshman): Played in 11 games, primarily on special teams…Had five stops (four solo)…Played on defense late forced a third-down incompletion and punt; also dropped Tyler Campbell for a 1-yard loss in the second quarter, just before com- in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)… Played on defense during fourth quarter of loss at TCU (Oct. 17), and vs. Wyoming (Nov. bining with Ricky Brewer to hurry SDSU on a third-down incompletion, forcing the Aztecs to settle for a FG in a 38-34 win…Col- 27). lected a game-high 11 stops (five solo), including a tackle for loss, vs. TCU (Oct. 11)…Personally accounted for two takeaways 2008: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. and a touchdown in tough 45-42 loss to No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1); scooped up a first-quarter Max Hall fumble and ran 20 yards for his High School: Lettered two years in football at Duncanville (Texas) High School in suburban Dallas…Played with current first career TD, and alertly pounced on a J.J. Diluigi fumble with 8:59 left in the game, setting up Gartrell Johnson's go-ahead teammate Mychal Sisson…Voted best defensive back by his teammates…Also named a scholar-athlete as an honor roll stu- TD…In first quarter at Air Force (Nov. 8), slipped his blocker and dove for the heels of QB Tim Jefferson, dropping him for no gain dent…Head football coach was Dan Schreiber…Also lettered three years in track. on a third-and-3 carry…Instrumental in keeping CSU's bowl hopes alive during 20-6 triumph vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15), posted Personal: Given name Marcus Anthony Shaw…Born Oct. 19, 1988, in Arlington, Texas…Son of Larry and Carla Shaw…Has 10 tackles (five solo), ½ tackle for loss and two passes broken up; nearly picked off a third-quarter pass, juggling the ball before a younger sister…Cousin, Horace Shaw, and uncle, David Shaw, played football at Texas Tech…Majoring in business administra- it fell to the ground, and earlier, in the second quarter with CSU protecting a 3-0 lead, combined to stop Rodney Ferguson for no tion…Hometown: Dallas, Texas. gain on third-and-1, forcing a punt…On the Lobos' next possession, diagnosed an outside run and helped to drop Ferguson for a IVISION TATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — D I S 3-yard loss on third-and-4, forcing a FG attempt, made a TD-saving tackle to stop Roland Bruno early in the fourth quarter and com- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU bined to corral Ferguson on the Lobos' final offensive play, a fourth-down run, allowing CSU to run out the clock…In win at 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .11 0 4 1 5 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Wyoming (Nov. 22) that made CSU bowl eligible, thwarted the game's first drive by combining to drop Wynel Seldon on third FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON down; later in the first half, stopped Seldon for no gain to force an eventual punt, and ran him out of bounds to prevent a TD, then in the third quarter floored the MWC's leading rusher Devin Moore shy of the sticks on a third-and-3 carry…Undersized for his position, makes up with great speed and an ability to tackle in space…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno State (Dec. 20), his by Mychal Sisson, and returned it 28 yards to set up a field goal that gave CSU a 6-0 lead; later, delivered one of his signature hits, hurry forced a third-down incompletion and forced a Bulldogs punt, a crucial defensive stop for CSU…Then, in the fourth quarter, separating WR Jeremy Kurley from an incomplete pass inside the Rams’ 5-yard line…In heartbreaking last-second loss at New made two more pivotal plays as CSU held Fresno State in check, a hurry that forced an incompletion on third-and-8, forcing a punt Mexico (Nov. 21), had a career-high 11 tackles and broke up a pass with only a minute remaining and CSU leading 27-26, forcing with the Rams down 28-26, and a statement stop with 4 minutes left and CSU winning 33-28, breaking through a pair of blockers the Lobos to convert a fourth down…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), broke up a pass on the game’s first play. to drop Marlon Moore for a 4-yard loss, setting up an insurmountable second-and-19. 2008 (Freshman): Played in 10 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), with three starts…Compiled 36 tack- 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. les (24 solo), with three stops for loss, one sack, one pass broken up, a fumble recovery and a forced fumble…Sustained a foot High School: An all-district linebacker in 2005 and 2006 at Duncanville (Texas) High School…Team's captain and `most injury on the first day of spring practice, then after rehabilitating the injury all summer, aggravated it on the eve of fall camp…Began valuable linebacker'…Second-team all Texas in 2005…A two-sport athlete at Duncanville, also lettered two years in track…Earned practicing with the team soon after the regular season began and made his college debut in Game 4 at Cal (Sept. 27), on special Who's Who Among High School Students recognition…High school football coach was Dan Schrieber. teams…Converted from cornerback to safety after Klint Kubiak’s Game 5 injury and played well as reserve in conference win at Personal: Given name Mychal Anthony Sisson…Born Oct. 1, 1988, in Indianapolis, Ind. …Son of Shawn Motley and Tracey San Diego State (Oct. 25)…One week later, made his first career start, in crushing 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1); replaced Sisson-Mundy…Has three brothers and a sister…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Duncanville, Texas. Mike Pagnotta (shoulder) in the lineup and registered nine tackles, including a sack (Max Hall) and two stops for loss…At Air DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — Force (Nov. 8), did not start but played the full game after returning starter Klint Kubiak injured his knee on the day’s first play…Re- joined the starting lineup in win vs. New Mexico (Nov. 15), and helped to keep the Lobos in check with a fourth-quarter tackle, rock- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU eting into the UNM backfield to crush QB Brad Gruner for a 2-yard loss inside CSU’s 5-yard line, forcing an eventual field-goal 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .13 12 57 48 105 8.0 18 0.5 3 1 2 20 0 0 3 attempt; then, late in the game, crushed the Lobos’ Roland Bruno on the Rams’ 5-yard line, separating him from the ball…In win 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 12 51 40 91 15.5 69 6.0 43 1 1 6 0 0 5 at Wyoming (Nov. 22) that made CSU bowl eligible, recovered Devin Moore’s second-quarter fumble, then with CSU protecting a Career totals (two years) . . .25 24 108 88 196 23.5 87 6.5 46 2 3 26 0 0 8 24-20 lead in the fourth quarter, forced a Wynel Seldon fumble recovered by teammate Wade Landers, to set up a game-clinching Additional statistics — Returned fumble 20 yards for touchdown vs. BYU (11/01/08) TD drive. 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. 43 JAMES SKELTON High School: A standout at Crenshaw High School in Los Angeles, Calif., received the Scholar Athlete award from the Na- LINEBACKER | 6-2 | 215 | FRESHMAN | RS | LITTLETON, COLO. (CHATFIELD) tional Football Foundation…Named football MVP in 2005 and team captain in ‘06…A two-time all-league and two-time all-city hon- oree…Helped lead the Cougars to both a league and city championship in 2005…Played fullback, linebacker and safety…Lettered 2009 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games, with three starts…Had 42 tackles (17 solo), 1½ tackles for loss, ½ sack and in two sports at Crenshaw, including track, where he ran the 100 and 200 meters…Named to the academic honor roll…High an interception…Made college debut in resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); played primarily on special teams, but did see school football coach was Robert Garrett. action as a linebacker on CU’s final drive late in fourth quarter…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), came up with a game- Personal: Given name Elijah-Blu Norriss Smith…Born Dec. 23, 1988, in Los Angeles, Calif. …Son of Norris Smith…Has changing interception with just under 11 minutes left in the game, when he put brakes on his blitz to read a screen and stepped in one brother and two sisters…A health and exercise science major…Hometown: Los Angeles, Calif. front of Cameron Higgins’ pass; the play and subsequent 18-yard return set up the eventual game-winning touchdown…Made his first career start in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), opening as a fourth linebacker in a 3-4 alignment…In conference-opening loss DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), saw significant playing time; during a fourth-quarter series, his pressure flushed QB Max Hall into the Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU arms of Chris Gipson…Early in second half of bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), made a nice play to knock a pass out of the arms 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .10 3 24 12 36 3.0 14 1.0 7 1 1 0 0 0 1 of intended receiver Peter Bjorvik…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), shut down an option play on Utah’s first drive, dropping Shaky 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 12 42 32 74 0.0 0 0.0 0 1 1 28 3 54 5 Smithson for no gain…Made his first start in the base defense in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), replacing an injured Career totals (two years) . . .22 15 66 44 110 3.0 14 1.0 7 2 2 28 3 54 6 SLB Davis Burl; made a TD-saving tackle early in the second quarter, then combined with Nuku Latu early in the fourth quarter to sack Donovan Porterie, for his first career sack…On next series in fourth quarter, came up with a third-down tackle to force UNM 74 SHELLEY SMITH to kick a FG with CSU protecting a 27-23 lead…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), ended a third-quarter drive with CSU pro- OFFENSIVE LINE | 6-4 | 300 | SENIOR | 2L | PHOENIX, ARIZ. (WESTVIEW) tecting a 13-7 lead, hurrying QB Austyn Carta-Samuels into an incompletion and eventual punt; then combined to hold the QB to 2009 (Senior): The Rams’ senior starter at weakside guard, played in nine games with eight starts, but did not miss a con- 44 no gain on a third-and-1 carry, forcing a field-goal attempt with 1:29 left. ference game…An honorable-mention all-conference selection, allowed only two QB hurries on the season, finishing with nearly 2008: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility…Voted by coaches as the defensive scout team 50 knockdown blocks in conference play alone, and 19 “outstanding efforts”…A preseason all-conference selection, sustained an Player of the Year. ankle injury in practice Aug. 29 and missed the season’s first three games…Also entered the year on the Rotary Lombardi Award High School: A two-time first-team all-South Metro League running back, also picked up honorable mention all-state hon- watch list, the first such CSU player since Erik Pears in 2004…Named in the season’s opening week one of five permanent team ors as a senior at Chatfield High School in Littleton, Colo. …Played for the Chargers with Andy Clements, who joins him at Col- captains, one of two on offense (also Cole Pemberton)… Head Coach Steve Fairchild said following the season opener at Col- orado State…CHS’s offensive MVP and team captain in 2007, was an honor roll student all four years of high school…Head football orado (Sept. 6) that Smith has a future at the next level and would not play until fully healthy to avoid jeopardizing that future… In coach was Bret McGatlin…Also lettered three years in track and played lacrosse. conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), made his 2009 debut on the Rams’ third series, in the first quarter; played about Personal: Given name James William Skelton…Born June 19, 1990, in Denver, Colo. …Son of Jim and Christine Skel- two quarters, helping CSU pass for 372 yards, its most since the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), made ton…Has an older brother…Majoring in business administration… Hometown: Littleton, Colo. his first 2009 start, and helped Tyson Liggett into the end zone on a key block during the opening period; later pulled and paved DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — the way for John Mosure on a fourth-down conversion to keep alive a first-quarter TD march…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), helped Leonard Mason to 130 rushing yards, including a key block to convert a third-and-1 on CSU’s second-quarter field-goal drive; Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU also helped Mason convert another third-and-1 to keep alive a third-quarter touchdown march…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 3 17 25 42 1.5 3 0.5 2 0 0 0 1 18 0 24), picked up blocks on a pair of big John Mosure carries, an 11-yard burst in the first quarter and a 22-yard run on a second- quarter TD drive…In loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), threw a lead block to help Mason convert a third-and-1 in the third quarter…Helped 22 ELIJAH-BLU SMITH CSU to an early tie on a first-quarter TD drive in eventual last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21); had three key blocks on the DEFENSIVE BACK | 5-11 | 186 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (CRENSHAW) series, paving the way for Lou Greenwood’s 13-yard spurt, and John Mosure’s 14-yard carry and 1-yard TD run…Was key in Mo- sure’s career-high 177 rushing yards against Lobos; later opened a hole for Mosure on his 26-yard burst in the second quarter…In 2009 (Sophomore): Started all 12 games at free safety…Finished second on the team in both tackles, with 74 (42 solo), his final college game, a 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), helped Mason to 119 yards rushing, including a key first-quarter block and interceptions, with three…Also broke up five passes, recovered a fumble and forced another…Stood out in resounding 23-17 on third-and-1 to generate 14 yards. win at Colorado (Sept. 6), quickly establishing himself as a big hitter with a nose for knack for making timely, game-changing 2008 (Junior): A second-team all-MWC choice, played in 12 games, with 11 starts, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. plays…Picked off his first career pass, intercepting Cody Hawkins midway through the first quarter, thanks to a tip assist from team- mate DeAngelo Wilkinson; three plays prior to his INT on the same series, made a touchdown-saving tackle…Then, with the Buffs 20)…Started the season opener at weak-side guard vs. Colorado (Aug. 31) and played the entire game, making a nice block on threatening to pull within a field goal midway through the third quarter, absolutely leveled WR Scotty McKnight, forcing a fumble Gartrell Johnson’s 18-yard run in the first quarter; sustained an ankle injury in CU contest and did not practice the following recovered by CSU’s Alex Williams (officials initially ruled down by contact, but replay revealed the fumble and subsequent week…Missed the home opener vs. Sacramento State…Did not start the following week vs. Houston (Sept. 20), but played the turnover)…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), intercepted his second pass in as many games, picking off Cameron Higgins entire fourth quarter at guard, collecting a pair of pancake blocks…At Air Force (Nov. 1), opened a hole for Gartrell Johnson’s 17- in the third quarter…On the previous series, forced a punt when he shielded intended receiver Joe Collins from a pass on third yard run on CSU’s first play; the Rams would score a go-ahead TD on the march…Considered by coaches the team’s most talented down…In assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), picked off a pass for a third straight game, extending one of the longest offensive lineman, with the ability to pull and adjust on the run, complementing great speed and strength. streaks in CSU history; ended a third-quarter drive in the Rams’ end zone, tight-roping the end line after his momentum carried 2007 (Sophomore): Beat out several competitors to earn starting role at left guard, and made first career start in season him backward, then brought the ball back to the CSU 21…In conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), made an open- opener at Colorado (Sept. 1); started all 12 contests and impressed coaches despite his inexperience…In win vs. Georgia South- field tackle to prevent a Harvey Unga touchdown at the CSU 44, two plays before Nick Oppenneer intercepted Max Hall…Broke up ern (Nov. 17), opened a hole for Kyle Bell on his fourth-quarter touchdown run. a sure touchdown early in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), several snaps before another Oppenneer interception ended the drive; 2006 (Freshman): Saw playing time in three games. later, scooped up a blocked PAT and returned it 75 yards for what would’ve been two points if not for an offsides penalty, then broke FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON up a pass at his own 10-yard line late in the first half…In loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), calmly fielded an Ed Wesley fumble forced 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. TCU (Oct. 11) and at No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), recovering a fumble to preserve a fourth-quarter drive…Playing as a reserve at San High School: Was an all-star offensive lineman at Westview High School in Phoenix, Ariz. …Earned three varsity letters in Diego State (Oct. 25), threw a nice block to help usher Dion Morton into the end zone on a 24-yard carry that gave CSU its first football, and was a two-year starter…Lettered once in track, where he threw the shot put and discus…Received first-team all-re- lead, in the third quarter…Has great feet, long arms and runs well, coaches say. gion honors in 2004 as an offensive tackle and was second-team as a defensive lineman…Was a two-time all-state performer in 2007 (Freshman): Played in all 12 contests, primarily as a blocking tight end, with seven starts — five as a tight end and football and was named to the all-Arizona team as a senior…Was named the West Valley Player of the Year as a senior…High school two as a left tackle…When eligible, caught three passes for 20 yards (6.7 avg.)…Actually wore three uniforms during year: 78, coach was Jeff Bowen. 85 and 94…Spent portion of fall camp as an offensive lineman before switching back to tight end…Made his first college start, Personal: Given name Shelley Andres Smith…Born May 21, 1987, in Phoenix, Ariz. …Son of Ishmia Reed-Smith…Has one vs. Air Force (Oct. 13)…Registered his initial collegiate reception, an 11-yard grab, vs. Utah (Oct. 27), then doubled his career best brother and one sister…Majoring in nutrition and food science…Home- with a pair of grabs at BYU (Nov. 3), for 9 yards…After the New Mexico contest (Nov. 10), with Cole Pemberton (ankle) sidelined, town: Phoenix, Ariz. Career Division I games played/started — 36/31 (9/8 in traded his No. 85 jersey for No. 78 and switched back to tackle, where he started in wins vs. Georgia Southern (Nov. 17) and vs. 2009; 12/11 in 2008, 12/12 in 2007, 3/0 in 2006). Wyoming (Nov. 23). 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of eligibility…Moved to TE in the spring. 14 ALEX SQUARE High School: A four-year starter and letterwinner as an offensive and defensive lineman at Goodland (Kan.) High School…As a junior in 2004, helped Goodland to a 10-2 record and a berth in the state semifinals…Credited with 61 tackles, one sack, two RUNNING BACK | 5-9 | 182 | SENIOR | 2L | FORT COLLINS, COLO. (POUDRE) fumble recoveries and a blocked punt as a senior…Named first-team all-state as both an offensive and defensive lineman as a sen- 2009 (Senior): Played in eight games, picking up 36 yards on 10 carries, and 9 yards on his only reception…Also returned ior…Played football for head coach Jon three kickoffs for 85 yards (28.3 avg.)…Made his 2009 debut in 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), on the Rams’ hands-team unit, McLean…Took third in the 2005 state wrestling tour- DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — which recovered CU’s onside kick attempt late in the contest…Saw brief action in the offensive backfield early in 24-23 win vs. nament in the 215-pound weight class. Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G Weber State (Sept. 12), then dropped back to return kickoffs in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)…Dropped back deep on a fourth- Personal: Given name Mark R. Starr…Born 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . .12 7 3 20 6.7 0 11 1.7 quarter kickoff return in the loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26)…In first quarter of 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), took a shovel pass for June 2, 1988, in Topeka, Kan. …Son of Neal and 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 4 ------9 yards, his first career reception…Saw the most extensive action of his career in loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), with seven carries Brenda Starr…Has one brother…A business admin- 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .10 5 - 7 - - - - for 38 yards…Had a pair of fourth-quarter kickoff returns in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7), including a career-long 34-yarder. istration major…Hometo wn: Goodland, Kan. Career totals (two years) . . .35 16 3 27 9.0 0 11 0.3 2008 (Junior): Played in seven games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), primarily in a special-teams role…Re- turned 11 punts for 60 yards (5.5 avg.), and one kickoff for 18 yards…Also recorded one coverage tackle. 8 BYRON STEELE 2007 (Sophomore): Played in one game, lining up as a kickoff returner late in the Georgia Southern contest (Nov. 17). WIDE RECEIVER | 6-3 | 212 | FRESHMAN | RS | ARLINGTON, TEXAS (LAMAR) 2006 (Freshman): Served as a primary kick returner in the final five games of 2006…Finished second on the team in kick 2009 (Freshman): Played in three games…Had two catches for 60 yards…Made his college debut late in 35-20 win vs. return yards with 63…Had two returns for 34 yards at Utah (Nov. 11)…Had one return for 11 yards vs. BYU (Nov. 4)…Had one Nevada (Sept. 19), entering on offense…In loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), saw first-quarter action and late in game, made his first return for 18 yards vs. New Mexico (Oct. 28)…In playing time vs. UNLV (Oct. 7), had two carries for 4 yards. career reception, a spectacular finger-tip grab on a pass from Jon Eastman, good for 44 yards…Injured his shoulder on the play 2005: Redshirted in his first full season…Joined CSU's football team in spring drills after greyshirting in 2004. and sat out losses vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and at UNLV (Nov. 7)…Returned to action in last-second High School: Rushed for 1,684 yards and scored a school-record 29 touchdowns (23 rushing) in 2003 for Poudre High loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), catching a 16-yard pass for first-down yardage on a game-tying TD drive in the first quarter. School in Fort Collins, Colo. …Honorable mention all-state in 2002, and first-team all-state selection in ‘03…Offensive and team 2008: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. MVP as a senior…Helped guide Poudre to four consecutive city championships…In track, was a three-time all-conference hon- High School: A first-team all-district selection as a senior cornerback in 2007 at Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, oree and won the state high jump competition as a junior…Participated in the school record-holding 4x200 relay team…Also started at cornerback for legendary head coach Eddy Peach…Also played wide receiver…Had 22 tackles, two INTs and eight passes earned three varsity letters in basketball…Was named as an academic All-American…Head football coach was Rich Yonker. broken up as a senior, when the Vikings finished 6-4 in the talent-rich District 8-5A…Also caught six passes for 212 yards…Against Personal: Given name Alex Jordan Square…Born May 17, 1985, in Fort Collins, Colo. …Son of Johnny and Vicki DeSoto in 2007, intercepted a third-quarter pass and returned it more than 50 yards, just shy of the end zone…Lettered two years Square…His father was a standout for the Rams from 1973-76 and is now the team advisor, as well as a community leader in the in football and once in track…Played against new CSU teammate Mychal Sisson (Duncanville)…Will become the second known area…Has one sister, Justine, who played on the CSU women's basketball team…Majoring in construction management…Home- Lamar High School product to play for Steve Fairchild (RB Fred Jackson, Buffalo Bills)…Lettered in track and played basketball at 45 town: Fort Collins, Colo. LHS…Also received interest from Missouri, Southern Methodist and Toledo. Rushing — Receiving — Com Offense DIVISION I STATISTICS Personal: Given name Byron Earl Steele Jr. …Born May 21, 1990, in Fort Worth, Texas…Parents are Byron and Ethel Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds Steele…Has four sisters…Undeclared, interested in business or mechanical engineering as a major at Colorado State…Hometown: 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .7 0 2 4 2.0 0 4 0.6 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 4 Arlington, Texas. 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .1 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .6 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . . .8 0 10 36 3.6 0 11 5.1 1 9 9.0 0 9 11 45 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .3 0 2 60 30.0 0 44 20.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 60 Career totals (four years) . . .22 0 12 40 3.3 0 11 1.8 1 9 0.0 0 9 13 49 Punt Returns — Kickoff Returns — All-Purpose Year School No Yds Avg TD Long No Yds Avg TD Long Yds Avg/G 90 SAM STEWART 2006 Colorado State (fr.) . . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 4 63 15.8 0 19 67 9.6 DEFENSIVE END | 6-3 | 249 | SENIOR | 1L | GARDEN GROVE, CALIF. (SANTA ANA COLLEGE) 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 2009 (Senior): A reserve defensive end, played in four games, picking up one tackle…Made his 2009 debut on defense late 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . . . 11 60 5.5 0 22 1 18 18.0 0 18 78 13.0 in 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19)…Also played defensive end in losses vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) and vs. Air Force (Oct. 31). 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . . . . 0 0 0.0 0 0 3 85 28.3 0 34 130 14.8 2008 (Junior): Played in four games…Made his CSU debut as a reserve lineman late in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. Career totals (four years) . . . . . 11 60 5.5 0 22 8 166 20.8 0 34 275 12.5 31)…Saw second-quarter action on the defensive line in victory vs. Houston (Sept. 20). Junior College: All-conference and league Defensive Lineman of the Year in 2007 at Santa Ana (Calif.) College…In his final 78 MARK STARR season at SAC, had 45 tackles, 10 for loss, four sacks and three pass breakups…After beginning his career at Santa Ana, trans- OFFENSIVE TACKLE | 6-5 | 285 | JUNIOR | 2L | GOODLAND, KAN. (GOODLAND) ferred to Nevada, where he redshirted in 2006…Just didn't feel comfortable with the Wolf Pack and went back to Santa Ana, closer to home, prior to `07…As a freshman in 2005, had 23 tackles and seven sacks…Head coach was Geoff Jones…Has two years of 2009 (Junior): CSU’s starting strongside tackle entering the year, played in 10 games, with five starts…In reverberating Division I eligibility…Also received interest from several schools, including TCU, Utah State, UCLA and Louisiana-Lafayette. 23-17 season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6), returned to the starting lineup for the first time in nine games and made an im- High School: At Tustin (Calif.) High School, earned all-league honors as a senior in 2004, and helped the team win con- pact on the season’s first drive, sealing off his man on John Mosure’s 1-yard touchdown run; helped Rams outgain the Buffs on secutive conference titles…The Tillers advanced as far as the CIF semifinals…Voted team captain as a senior…Head coach was the ground, 168-29…Hit head on turf at Idaho (Oct. 3) and did not play following week in loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10) or at No. 8 TCU Myron Miller…Lettered three years in football and once in track. (Oct. 17)…Returned as a reserve in losses vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), at UNLV (Nov. 7) and at New Mex- Personal: Given name Samuel Vincent Stewart…Born Sept. 18, 1986, in Fountain Valley, Calif. …Parents are Charles and ico (Nov. 21), picking up receiving yardage in Lobos contest after handling a lateral during the final play in 29-27 defeat. Tami Stewart…Has an older sister and a younger brother…A liberal arts major…Hometown: Tustin, Calif. 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), starting four…Started the season opener at weak-side tackle, vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), then shifted to start at strong-side tackle vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6)…Sus- DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — tained ankle injury in first quarter of home victory vs. Houston (Sept. 20) and did not return…Did not start vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), but Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU played strong-side tackle late in both halves, including time on the game-winning TD march…Also played as a reserve lineman vs. 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .4 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . . .4 0 0 1 1 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON Career totals (two years) . . . .8 0 0 1 1 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 DIVISION I STATISTICS Passing — Rushing — Year School GP GS Effic Cmp- Att- Int Pct Yds TD Lg Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long 18 GRANT STUCKER STUCK-er 2007 Colorado State (so.) . . .1 0 0.00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2008 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .4 0 96.96 3 5 0 60.0 22 0 11 5.5 4 43 10.8 1 18 QUARTERBACK | 6-2 | 203 | SENIOR | 1L | PARKER, COLO. (PONDEROSA) 2009 Colorado State (sr.) . .11 11 121.92 133 251 12 53.0 1874 12 57 170.4 38 9 0.2 2 35 2009 (Senior): Started the first 11 games at quarterback until a Week 12 shoulder injury ended his season…Completed Career totals (four years) . . .16 11 121.43 136 256 12 53.1 1896 12 57 118.5 42 52 1.2 3 35 53 percent of his passes (133-for-251) for 1,874 yards, with 12 TDs and 12 INTs…After a five-month competition with Jon East- Additional statistics — Caught 40-yard touchdown from Dion Morton vs. Weber State (9/12/09) man, earned the starting role Aug. 28, having assembled a string of consistently strong practices, and has played very well since 5 GERARD THOMAS JURR-ard something clicked that week, according to coaches…In resounding season-opening win at Colorado (Sept. 6), made his first start since 2004 as a senior at Ponderosa High School, and led CSU to a landmark 23-17 win…Showed poise at a critical juncture on CORNERBACK | 5-9 | 171 | SOPHOMORE | 1L | KISSIMMEE, FLA. (OSCEOLA) the season’s first series, connecting with Dion Morton on a 57-yard third-down play to put the Rams on the Buffs’ 10-yard line and 2009 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games, with eight starts at cornerback…Had 43 tackles (31 solo), one for loss, one INT set up CSU’s first 2009 points…Later in the first quarter, threw a perfect, 13-yard touchdown pass to John Mosure, the QB’s first and four pass breakups…Also returned seven punts for 46 yards (6.6 avg.)…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), career scoring toss…Also against CU, on a second-quarter reverse, helped spring Dion Morton on a 26-yard run by throwing a helped to snuff out the Buffs’ first drive, defending on an incomplete pass that forced a punt; also in CU contest, dropped back to Brett Favre-lead block; also, early in the fourth quarter, found Rashaun Greer for 45 yards down the right sideline to the CU 2, set- return kickoffs for the first time as a college player…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State, broke up a first-quarter pass that led to a ting up a field goal that extended the CSU lead to 23-10…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), put the Rams on the board early missed field goal two plays later; injured, left the game late in the contest, but after receiving treatment on the sideline, walked to in the game on a double-reverse pass, hauling in a 40-yard touchdown from WR Dion Morton…Later, found Eric Peitz on a dra- the locker room on his own power…MRI revealed no significant damage; dressed but did not play following week in win vs. Ne- matic 2-yard touchdown that provided the game-winning points in the fourth-quarter (replay overturned the officials’ incomple- vada (Sept. 19)…Returned to action in conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), against cousin O’Neill Chambers; did- tion call)... After catching the 40-yard pass from Morton, became one of the only football players in college history to have been n’t start, but played most of game, and returned punts…Back in starting lineup in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), made an athletic involved in his career’s first three touchdowns as a ball carrier (18-yard run in 2008 New Mexico Bowl vs. Fresno State), a passer play to break up a second-quarter pass intended for 6-foot-6 Eric Greenwood, forcing a 47-yard FG attempt…In first quarter of loss (13-yard TD connection with John Mosure at CU Sept. 6), and receiver (from Morton vs. Weber State)…Led CSU to an assertive at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), broke up a third-down Andy Dalton pass to force a punt…Filled the role of nickel back in place of primary 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), throwing for a pair of scores and rushing for another in his career’s first multi-TD game…Against NB DeAngelo Wilkinson, sidelined over the last quarter of the year…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), utilized good Wolf Pack, was 5-of-7 for 66 yards on third down, picking up four first downs, three of which were on TD drives…Led Dion Mor- closing speed to register his second career INT, ending UNM’s second drive…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), diagnosed a ton perfectly on a 49-yard pass over the middle to put CSU up 21-6 in the third quarter, then executed a flawless play-action fake hook-and-ladder play to throw the Cowboys for a 1-yard loss on the game’s final drive. before finding FB Zac Pauga down the right sideline for a 32-yard score…Then, on CSU’s next drive in UNR contest, made an ef- 2008 (Freshman): Saw defensive action in each of the Rams’ 13 games, with 10 starts, including the New Mexico Bowl fective cut to leave several defenders behind on a 35-yard touchdown run to put the game away in the fourth quarter…In the (Dec. 20)…Posted 54 tackles (38 solo), three stops for loss, three passes broken up and one interception, in which he returned process, became only the second quarterback in CSU history to win his first three career starts, joining Matt Newton (1998-99)…In for a TD before a penalty nullified the score…Also returned five punts for 16 yards (3.2 avg.)…One of five true freshmen to play conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), turned in the most prolific game by a CSU passer in four years, completing 31- for CSU, and one of two to start (including Michael Kawulok), made his collegiate debut in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31), of-51 passes – tying the school’s single-game completions record -- for 372 yards and two TDs, and both of his INTs went in and entering as a DB late in the third quarter…Saw extensive action in win vs. Houston (Sept. 20) and the nation’s No. 2 passing of- out of his receivers’ hands…Brought the Rams to within two scores of the Cougars in the second quarter with a gorgeous touch fense, replacing an injured Brandon Owens (ankle) in the first quarter and playing the balance of the game at cornerback; broke pass to Dion Morton in the corner of the end zone, punctuating a 10-play, 63-yard drive…During a third-quarter TD march at BYU, up a pass in the end zone late in the first half, forcing a field-goal attempt…Made his first career start the following week, at Cal calmly completed a pass to Morton, converting a fourth-and-4, and later executed a nine-play, 83-yard drive in just 1:57, throw- (Sept. 27), in place of Owens; made a nice play to separate the Bears’ Sean Young from what would’ve been a 43-yard TD recep- ing another perfect touch pass to Tyson Liggett in the corner of the end zone, to pull CSU within 35-23 with 5 minutes left…His tion late in the first half, helping to hold Cal to just 159 net passing yards on the day…Started again for Owens in conference-open- 372 passing yards were the most by a CSU player since Justin Holland threw for 381 in the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl…One week later, ing win vs. UNLV (Oct. 4), breaking up a screen pass intended for RB Frank Summers…Posted nine stops vs. TCU (Oct. 11), his four TD passes in bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3) were the most by a CSU player since Holland had four in a 2005 win vs. including a pair of tackles for loss — both on third downs in the fourth quarter; also, on a TCU punt late in the first half, alertly Wyoming; threw three TDs in the first half, including a 3-yard pass to Eric Peitz off a gorgeous play-action fake, and a 34-yard strike pounced on a live ball at the Rams’ 10-yard line…At No. 14 Utah (Oct. 18), with CSU trailing just 14-7 in the second quarter, halted 46 to Dion Morton just before half…Then, with the Rams down 31-23 in the game’s waning moments, engineered a five-play, 89-yard Darrell Mack for no gain on third-and-7, forcing a punt…In victory at San Diego State (Oct. 25), broke up a third-down pass to drive, finishing with a 39-yard TD pass to Lou Greenwood…In difficult 24-17 loss vs. Utah, engineered three scoring drives to give end the Aztecs’ game-opening drive, then after each team answered the other touchdown for touchdown, ended the pattern by CSU its first lead vs. the Utes in four years, including a 36-yard TD strike to Dion Morton that extended the QB’s streak of games breaking up a third-down pass early in the fourth quarter, forcing a punt and preserving CSU’s 38-31 lead…Played like a fifth-year with a TD pass to six, but struggled with three second-half interceptions…In loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), guided the team senior in tough, 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), picking off Max Hall’s fourth-quarter pass with CSU trailing 38-35 late in the on four TD drives, one that ended in a 40-yard TD pass to Tyson Liggett…In loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31), orchestrated a pair of first- fourth quarter; actually returned the interception, the first of his career, 44 yards for a go-ahead touchdown with less than 2 min- half scoring drives to cut the Rams’ deficit from 14-0 to 14-10; against one of the MWC’s best defenses, led CSU on a 13-play, 74- utes left, but a personal foul after the INT nullified the score (CSU scored anyway on the ensuing play to take a 42-35 lead)…Ear- yard FG drive got the Rams back in the game, consuming 7:42 off the clock, then took the next drive seven plays and 59 yards, lier in fourth quarter of Cougars contest, drilled star TE Dennis Pitta, knocking his helmet off, but the talented player somehow including carries of his own over the last three snaps…On the TD drive against AFA, scrambled for 17 yards to convert a fourth- maintained possession for a TD…In first quarter at Air Force (Nov. 8), snuck into the Falcons’ backfield to stop Kyle Lumpkin for and-4, then on the next play ran 13 yards for a TD, blasting threw Falcons defenders to reach paydirt…In second quarter of loss a 2-yard loss…An excellent athlete, took many of the reps with the first team late in fall camp, with Nick Oppenneer (ankle) side- at New Mexico (Nov. 21), converted a third-and-2 with a 14-yard run, but on the next play, UNM’s Johnathan Rainey landed on top lined; coaches like his quickness and ball skills. of him after a pass and he did not return with a painful shoulder injury. High School: A South Florida Sun-Sentinel and Orlando Sentinel all-state selection as a do-everything utility athlete, en- 2008 (Junior): Played in four games…Completed three of five passes for 22 yards, and had four carries for 43 yards (10.8 joyed a memorable career at Osceola High School in Kissimmee, Fla. …A first-team all-conference selection, lined up as a running avg.) with one TD…At No. 14 Utah (Oct. 11), made his 2008 debut and threw his first collegiate passes in late relief of starter Billy back and wide receiver, while also returning kickoffs and punts for Osceola…Helped his team to a 14-1 senior season, a District Farris…In win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), took a direct snap and ran for 15 yards — his first career carry — to help CSU toward 8 league title, and a trip to the Florida Class 5A state championship game, where OHS lost to powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas; an eventual game-tying TD early in the second half…In tough, 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), had a pair of carries for 10 yards, electrified the Citrus Bowl crowd late in the first half of the title game, returning a punt 85 yards for a touchdown to chop his team’s including a 6-yard run off a direct snap on CSU’s go-ahead TD drive in the third period…In New Mexico Bowl triumph vs. Fresno deficit in half…Averaged 10.8 yards per carry in 2007, with 915 yards on 85 carries and nine TDs, including an 80-yard gal- State (Dec. 20), scored his first career touchdown, an 18-yard run on a direct snap that gave CSU its first points. lop…The Kowboys’ leading receiver, also caught 15 passes for 495 yards (33.0 avg.) with five scores…As a senior in an emotional, 2007 (Sophomore): Served as a reserve quarterback most of the year, including the last month as the No. 2 quarterback 34-31 win over Lake Gibson, scored three touchdowns — including an offensive fumble return on the game’s first play — and to- with Billy Farris sidelined, but starter Caleb Hanie took all the snaps over the balance of the year…Did make his collegiate debut taled 222 receiving yards as the Kowboys clinched a playoff berth…Head coach was Jeff Rolson…Also earned all-conference late in the Rams’ emotional first win, at UNLV (Oct. 20), with fourth-quarter playing time as a wide receiver. honors as a basketball player, playing point guard…Lettered three years in football and four letters in basketball, after playing as 2006 (Freshman): Spent the season as a reserve quarterback. a freshman…Earned the area’s basketball Player of the Year award as a junior…Averaged more than 25.0 points and nearly 10.0 2005: Redshirted and played scout team quarterback as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. assists as a senior…Was a three-year captain in both football and basketball…Chose Colorado State over interest from Toledo, High School: Was one of the state's top prep performers at Ponderosa High School in Parker, Colo. …Was a two-time hon- Kansas State, Arkansas, N.C. State, Georgia Southern, Iowa State and Western Michigan. orable mention all-state selection, and was twice named second-team all-conference…Led the team to the state title as a junior Personal: Given name Gerard Santwan Thomas…First name is pronounced JURR-ard…Nicknamed Momo…Born April 14, and threw for more than 2,400 yards in his career, a school record…Was a three-year starter in football, earning three varsity let- 1990, in Kissimmee, Fla. …Parents are Barry Thomas and Alousa Chappell…Has 11 siblings, brothers Greg, Javon, T'Sharvan, ter awards, along with two in basketball and another in baseball…High school football coach was Jamie Woodruff. Richard, Tyuan and Santae, and sisters Sophia, Shala, Theila, Kayla and Chardae…Brother T'Sharvan Bell was his teammate at Osce- Personal: Given name Patrick Grant Stucker…Born Dec. 7, 1986, in Denver, Colo. …Son of Pat and Donna Stucker…Has ola and plays football at Auburn…Cousin Bobby Sippio played football at Western Kentucky and in the Arena League, and now is one sister…Dad, Pat, was an offensive tackle at the Air Force from 1978-82…Dad’s cousin, Lyle Stucker, was a fullback duirng the a wide receiver with the Detroit Lions…Another cousin, O’Neill Chambers, plays for BYU…Has known close family friend Amare late 1940s with Colorado A&M (now Colorado State), helping the Aggies to the Raisin Bowl…Majoring in construction manage- Stoudemire, currently with the NBA's Phoenix Suns, since his youth…A liberal arts major…Hometown: Kissimmee, Fla. ment…Hometown: Parker, Colo.

FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON fense…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), helped Leonard Mason to 130 yards on the ground, and threw a big block to spring Zac Pauga on a 17-yard screen pass in the second quarter…In last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), helped John Mosure to a career-high 177 rushing yards. Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — DIVISION I STATISTICS 2008 (Junior): An honorable-mention all-MWC choice, played in all 13 games, starting each at center, including the New Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20)…In team’s first win, vs. Sacramento State (Sept. 6), helped to create a hole for Gartrell Johnson’s 1-yard 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . .13 10 38 16 54 3.0 4 0.0 0 0 0 0 1 16 3 touchdown that gave the Rams a second-half lead…In win vs. Houston (Sept. 20), sustained a third-quarter knee injury and left 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .11 8 31 12 43 1.0 1 0.0 0 0 0 0 1 0 4 for the remainder of the period before returning for the fourth quarter…In important win at San Diego State (Oct. 25), got out in Career totals (two years) . . .24 18 69 28 97 4.0 5 0.0 0 0 0 0 2 16 7 front of Dion Morton to throw a key block on a go-ahead TD run late in the third quarter…In tough, 45-42 loss vs. No. 17 BYU (Nov. 1), pulled to seal off multiple defenders, allowing Johnson a clear lane into the end zone for a go-ahead TD, punctuated by a chest Punt Returns — Kickoff Returns — All-Purpose bump between Johnson and former Rams standout Joey Porter. Year School No Yds Avg TD Long No Yds Avg TD Long Yds Avg/G 2007 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games with nine starts at center…Emerged from fall camp as the starting center and 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . . . 5 16 3.2 0 9 0 0 - - - 32 2.5 got the nod in the season opener at Colorado (Sept. 1) but sprained his ankle and did not play in Week 2 vs. No. 10 Cal (Sept. 2009 Colorado State (so.) . . . . 7 46 6.6 0 18 1 26 26.0 0 33 72 24 8)…Played on special teams at Houston (Sept. 22), then returned to his starting center role at TCU (Sept. 29)…Played as a re- Career totals (two years) . . . . . 12 62 5.2 0 18 1 26 26.0 0 33 104 4.3 serve lineman vs. Air Force (Oct. 13), then started at UNLV (Oct. 20), helping the Rams gain 279 yards on the ground in emotional first win…Contributed to Gartrell Johnson's 172 rushing yards at New Mexico (Nov. 10), and 136 more in win vs. Georgia South- ern (Nov. 17). 47 ZACH TIEDGEN TEE-jin 2006 (Freshman): Played in seven of the Rams' 12 games, starting five, including the final three. 2005: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility…Originally recruited as a fullback. EFENSIVE ND RESHMAN IGHLANDS ANCH OLO HUNDER IDGE D E | 6-4 | 250 | F | RS | H R , C . (T R ) High School: Played football and soccer, and competed in track at Loyola High School in Manhattan Beach, Calif. …Earned 2009 (Freshman): Played in 11 games and started seven, all in sucession over the final three-quarters of the sea- two varsity football letters, three in soccer and three in track…Earned all-state honors as a junior and senior, and was named the son…Totaled 24 tackles (10 solo), three stops for loss and ½ sack…Made his college debut early in 24-23 win vs. Weber State Sierra League's most valuable lineman…Was twice named to the all-conference team, and also earned all-Southern Section CIF (Sept. 12), and registered a QB hurry on an incompletion early in the second quarter…Also saw several defensive snaps in 35-20 honors as a senior. win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19), sharing his first career sack with Kelly Seward, dropping Colin Kaepernick on first-and-goal at the Rams’ Personal: Given name Timothy Michael Walter…Born Dec. 9, 1986, in Torrance, Calif. …Son of Jim and Joni Walter…Has 13 late in the game…Saw significant action in conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), on defense and in place of an two brothers…His brother, Chris, is the soccer coach injured Alex Williams (knee) on special teams…Replaced Ty Whittier (stinger) in the lineup and made his first career start in bit- Career Division I games played/started — 43/39 (12/12 in 2009; 13/13 in 2008, at Loyola High School…Majoring in health and exer- ter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3); nearly notched a sack and picked up a hurry on a second-quarter pressure…Also started in Whit- 11/9 in 2007, 7/5 in 2006). cise science…Hometown: Manhattan Beach, Calif. tier’s place in losses vs. Utah (Oct. 10) and at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…Also started in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24) and picked up a first-quarter hurry on an early third down, forcing a punt…Drew the nod again in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and picked up a 46 TY WHITTIER WHITT-ee-er hurry on the first play of the second half, then combined on a third-down stop in the fourth quarter…Started his sixth straight game in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7); posted a pair of tackles for loss, including an athletic third-quarter play to drop Mark Barefield in the back- DEFENSIVE LINE | 6-5 | 264 | JUNIOR | 1L | WELLINGTON, COLO. (POUDRE) field, leading to a third-and-long and eventual punt…In 17-16 loss vs. Wyoming (Nov. 27), didn’t start but played on the first de- 2009 (Junior): Played in eight games with six starts at defensive end…Had 13 tackles (seven solo), including one for loss, fensive series. a sack…In resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), helped swing early momentum to CSU with his first career sack, throw- High School: Finished a memorable football career with a second consecutive first-team all-state selection…All told as a ing Cody Hawkins for a 10-yard loss two plays before a Rams interception; then, with the Rams clinging to a 20-10 lead midway prep, had 12 career sacks, five forced fumbles and one interception…The Mountain Plains League Defensive Player of the Year, through the third quarter, led the CSU charge to drop Demetrius Sumler for no gain on fourth-and-1 at the CU 44-yard line…In was a first-team all-conference choice in 2007…Also received first-team all-conference recognition as a junior…As a senior, had 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), threw a huge block after an Elijah-Blu Smith interception to give his teammate another 12 60 tackles (28 solo), including five sacks…Helped the Grizzlies to an 8-3 record, a share of the league title, and a berth in the Class yards on the return…Played but didn’t start 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19) after sustaining a stinger the previous week, then 4A state playoffs…Also had five sacks as a junior in 2006…Contributed to a 2005 Class 4A state championship as a sophomore rested the injury at Idaho (Oct. 3); also did not play vs. Utah (Oct. 10)…Returned to action in a reserve role at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 47 in 2005…Played for head coach Joe Johnson and lined up on the THS defensive front next to fellow CSU signee Justin Becker…Re- 17)…Made his first start since Sept. 26 in loss vs. San Diego State (Oct. 24), but sustained a knee injury and did not dress in losses united at CSU with former ThunderRidge teammates James Morehead, Justin Becker and 2009 signee Chris Nwoke…High school vs. Air Force (Oct. 31) and at UNLV (Nov. 7)…Returned to the lineup in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21). also produced former CSU standout Jesse Nading, now with the NFL's Houston Texans…Also recruited by Kansas State, Wyoming, 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), starting eight at defensive San Diego State and Washington State…In addition to three letters in football, lettered four seasons in basketball and once in tackle…Had 18 tackles on the year (five solo)…Against TCU (Oct. 11), had three tackles, one that dropped QB Marcus Jackson track… A McDonald's All-American prior to senior basketball season, became the only athlete in ThunderRidge history to earn all- for no gain…Emerged in fall camp as a legitimate starter, turning coaches’ heads with his athleticism from the three-technique, state honors in multiple sports…Led his basketball team to the 2008 5A state championship game, and in the process garnered and captured the starting job at the end of August…A former walk-on, earned a scholarship after spring practice. second-team all-state honors, and first-team all-conference…Also selected to the prestigious Colorado Class 5A all-tournament 2007 (Freshman): Played in four games — vs. San Diego State (Oct. 6), vs. Air Force (Oct. 13), at UNLV (Oct. 20) and team…A three-year varsity starter, also earned first-team all-conference honors as a junior and second-team all-conference recog- vs. Utah (Oct. 27) — and recorded one assisted tackle, combining with Blake Smith to throw RB Brandon Bornes for a 4-yard loss nition as a sophomore. late in the first half. Personal: Given name Zachary Robert Tiedgen…Last name is pronounced TEE-jin…Born Oct. 29, 1989, in Ponca City, Okla. 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first year of college eligibility. …Parents are Scott and Cheryl Tiedgen…Has an older brother and a younger brother…Undecided on a major at Colorado High School: An all-state performer in 2005, and a two-time all-conference recipient at Poudre High School in Fort Collins, State…Hometown: Highlands Ranch, Colo. Colo., helped the Impalas to a 2005 conference championship…Voted his team’s defensive player of the year as a senior team captain…Lettered three years in football, twice in and once in baseball…Member of the honor roll…Head football DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — coach was Rich Yonker. Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU Personal: Given name Tyler Thorley Whittier…Born Dec. 27, 1987, in Columbia, Mo. …Son of Jack and Robynn Whit- 2009 Colorado State (fr.) . . .11 7 10 14 24 3.0 10 0.5 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 tier…Has an older brother…Majoring in health and exercise science…Hometown: Wellington, Colo. 57 TIM WALTER DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PBU CENTER | 6-6 | 289 | SENIOR | 3L | MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIF. (LOYOLA) 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .4 0 0 1 1 0.5 2 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2009 (Senior): A member of the Rimington Trophy watch list for the nation’s top center, started all 12 games…An honor- 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 8 5 13 18 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 able-mention all-conference selection, snapped the ball on all but two of CSU’s 136 offensive drives, and did not have a single bad 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .8 6 7 6 13 1.0 10 1.0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 snap in more than 700 offensive plays…Allowed only one sack in more than 300 passing plays this year, and had 55 knockdown Career totals (three years) . .25 14 12 20 32 1.5 12 1.0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 blocks and nearly 50 “outstanding efforts”…Graded out better than 80 percent in every game, and better than 90 percent in eight of those contests…In reverberating 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6), helped the Rams outgain the Buffs on the ground 168-29, in- cluding a crushing block at the point of attack to spring Leonard Mason on a 16-yard run to help CSU escape the shadow of its 2 DeANGELO WILKINSON own goal line in the second quarter…In 24-23 win vs. Weber State (Sept. 12), scored his first college touchdown by alertly falling CORNERBACK | 5-10 | 181 | JUNIOR | 1L | LAS VEGAS, NEV. (BISHOP GORMAN) on a second-quarter Leonard Mason fumble in the end zone to give CSU a 17-6 lead…In conference-opening loss at BYU (Sept. 26), helped the Rams pass for 372 yards, their most since the 2005 Poinsettia Bowl…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), helped 2009 (Junior): Played in eight games, with two starts…Totaled 27 tackles (18 solo), three pass breakups and a fumble re- the Rams hold Idaho without a sack while passing for four TDs and gaining 139 ground yards against the WAC’s top rushing de- covery…Enjoyed an outstanding fall camp to enter the year as the Rams’ No. 1 nickel back…After patiently waiting, played his first game since Nov. 23, 2007, in CSU’s resounding 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6); made an immediate impact in the first quarter, FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON breaking up a pass intended for WR Scotty McKnight, intercepted by Elijah-Blu Smith…Then, on a second-quarter drive in Buffs contest, broke up a pass four plays prior to laying a mean hit on DeMetrius Sumler in the backfield…Two weeks later, with starter 3 MATT YEMM Gerard Thomas (knee) sidelined, made his first career start in assertive 35-20 win vs. Nevada (Sept. 19); alertly recovered a fum- ble to end Nevada’s first drive, setting up the Rams’ first touchdown…On next Wolf Pack series, nearly intercepted Colin Kaeper- WIDE RECEIVER | 5-11 | 187. | SOPHOMORE | 1L | FORT COLLINS, COLO. (FORT COLLINS) nick on third down, forcing a punt…Made a second straight start in conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), but missed 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, as a reserve wide receiver and on special teams, catching five passes for 54 most of the second half (calf) after getting leg whipped…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), hurried QB Nathan Enderle on a well- yards (10.8 avg.)…A former high-school quarterback, serves as the Rams’ all-important holder for placements…Saw his most ex- timed blitz, forcing a third-quarter incompletion…Early in second quarter of loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17), broke up a pass deep in tensive time on offense in conference-opening loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), including his first two career receptions; caught his CSU territory, helping force a field-goal attempt; also broke up a pass later in the quarter, on a drive that ended in a turnover on first pass to extend CSU’s 10-play touchdown drive, converting a third-and-10 with an 18-yard reception from Grant Stucker…In downs…Sustained an ankle injury at practice Oct. 27 and did not play over the balance of the regular season. second quarter of loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21), caught a 15-yard pass to extend an eventual touchdown drive…In 17-16 loss vs. 2008 (Sophomore): Did not play; was suspended in August for the season after a violation of team rules…Returned to Wyoming (Nov. 27), caught a 6-yard pass on a fourth-quarter FG drive that gave the Rams a 16-14 advantage. the team for winter 2009 conditioning, and turned in a strong effort during spring practice. 2008 (Freshman): Played in nine games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), primarily as a holder for place- 2007 (Freshman): Played in five games, recording one assisted tackle, while battling shoulder injuries most of the sea- ments…After tweaking a hamstring late in fall camp, rehabbed the injury in time to make his college debut in season opener vs. son…Made his college debut at UNLV (Oct. 20), then saw reserve action vs. Utah (Oct. 27), at New Mexico (Nov. 10), vs. Georgia Colorado (Aug. 31); held for one placement and saw action as a receiver in the second half…Also held for placements at No. 14 Southern (Nov. 17) and vs. Wyoming (Nov. 23). Utah (Oct. 18), including Jason Smith’s career-long 52-yard field goal…Took over for starting CB Nick Oppenneer as the primary 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. holder for all placements over the final six games. High School: At Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, Nev., played cornerback, wide receiver and punt returner…An 2007: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility…Recruited as a quarterback, switched to wide all-conference and all-state selection, also was voted his team’s 2005-06 defensive team MVP…Helped Bishop Gorman to the receiver in preseason practice. league championship as a team captain…Also lettered in basketball, where he served as a captain from 2002-04…Head football High School: Helped lead Fort Collins (Colo.) High School to two Front Range League championships…Named all-league coach was David White. MVP in 2006…Nominated for the 2006 Wendy's High School Heisman award…Received both all-state and all-conference honors Personal: Given name DeAngelo Chauncey Wilkinson…Born March 13, 1988 in Las Vegas, Nev. …Son of Tim and Gail in each of his last two seasons with the Lambkins…Named first-team all-state and all-Colorado by the Denver Post and second- Wilkinson…Has two brothers…A communications studies major…Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev. team all-state by the Rocky Mountain News…Named the 2005 offensive player of the year at FCHS, and the 2006 Lambkin of the Year MVP…Was the Denver Post student athlete of the week and the Fort Collins Coloradoan athlete of the week…A three-sport DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — athlete, also lettered as a point guard on his basketball team and ran sprints for the track team in the spring…A two-time all-con- Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD ference track athlete, was all-state in the 4x400-meter relay in ‘06…Holds the school record as a member of the 4x200-meter 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .5 0 0 1 1 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 relay…Helped lead FCHS to the ‘06 Colorado state track state championship, as well as conference and regional titles…Received 2008 Colorado State (so.) . . . . —Did not play— the Lawser award and Team First Award for participation in Fort Collins basketball…The student body president, he also was an 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .8 2 18 9 27 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 honorable mention academic all-state selection…Also is a HOBY delegate…High school football coach was Eric Rice. Career totals (three years) . .13 2 18 10 28 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 Personal: Given name Matthew James Yemm…Born July 17, 1988, in Fort Collins, Colo. …Son of Steve and Shannon Yemm…Dad, Steve, is a Colorado State team physician…Has one brother and two sisters…Majoring in health and exercise sci- 51 ALEX WILLIAMS ence…Hometown: Fort Collins, Colo. DIVISION I STATISTICS Receiving — Rushing — Com Offense LINEBACKER | 6-2 | 222 | JUNIOR | 1L | SIDNEY, NEB. (SIDNEY) Year School GP GS No Yds Avg TD Long Avg/G No Yds Avg TD Long Pl Yds 2009 (Junior): A former walk-on, played in nine games, with seven starts at middle linebacker…Battled injuries to both 2008 Colorado State (fr.) . . . .9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 knees during most of the year…Had 55 total stops (21 solo), 3½ tackles for loss, one pass breakup, one forced fumble and a pair 2009 Colorado State (so.) . .12 0 5 54 10.8 0 18 4.5 0 0 0.0 0 0 5 54 of fumble recoveries…Made first career start in reverberating 23-17 win at Colorado (Sept. 6)…At a critical juncture in the third Career totals (two years) . . .21 0 5 54 10.8 0 18 2.6 0 0 0.0 0 0 5 54 quarter, despite seeing and hearing officials blow the play dead, alertly pounced on a loose ball created by Elijah-Blu Smith’s bone- 48 jarring hit; replay review awarded the ball to the Rams, something that wouldn’t have happened had he not picked up the ball…Later 32 SCOTT ZICK in Buffs contest, made an athletic play to leap and bat away a Cody Hawkins pass in the end zone on CU’s final drive…In win vs. EFENSIVE ACK UNIOR ORT OLLINS OLO ORT AYS TATE Weber State (Sept. 12), combined with teammates on a pair of tackles for loss to drop Walter Payton award candidate Treyvn D B | 6-0 | 186 | J | 1L | F C , C . (F H S ) 2009 (Junior): Played in 11 games, primarily on special teams, registering five tackles (three solo)…In conference-open- Smith, first with Klint Kubiak on a first-quarter carry, then with C.J. James on a second-quarter run…In assertive 35-20 win vs. ing loss at No. 19 BYU (Sept. 26), on a second-quarter punt return, made a strong effort to shed his blocker and drop punt-return Nevada (Sept. 19), forced and recovered a fumble, and had 1½ tackles for loss; combined with Michael Kawulok to drop RB Luke man McKay Jacobson for 0 yards on the Cougars’ 25…In bitter 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3), played a couple snaps in the secondary, Lippincott for a 1-yard loss, forcing an eventual first-quarter punt…Then, ended a nine-play second-quarter drive in Wolf Pack con- replacing Elijah-Blu Smith late in the game…In 24-17 loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), drew a holding flag on a first-quarter punt, nullify- test, preserving a 14-0 lead, by both forcing and recovering a fumble from RB Vai Taua at the Rams’ 38-yard line…In conference- ing a 31-yard return that would’ve had the Utes at their 40; instead, Utah started at its own 6 and eventually punted in a 3-0 opening loss at BYU (Sept. 26), sustained a knee injury on the game’s opening kickoff and did not return…Dressed but did not play game…Didn’t play due to injury in second half of loss at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17)…Missed ensuing contest vs. San Diego State (Oct. in 31-29 loss at Idaho (Oct. 3)…In loss vs. Utah (Oct. 10), returned to the starting lineup and led the Rams in tackles, despite in- 24), but returned to action in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31). juring his other knee on the game’s second play…Knee injury sidelined him for losses at No. 8 TCU (Oct. 17) and vs. San Diego 2008 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as a special-teams contribu- State (Oct. 24)…Returned to action as a reserve in loss vs. Air Force (Oct. 31); played the last 20 minutes at MLB, despite the knee tor…Had six coverage stops (three solo) on the season…Made his CSU debut in season opener, vs. Colorado in Denver (Aug. 31). injuries, against one of the nation’s toughest rushing offenses, after Gipson aggravated a shoulder injury and didn’t return…Re- 2007: Redshirted in his first season at Colorado State, after transferring from Fort Hays State and joining the Rams in time turned to the lineup in loss at UNLV (Nov. 7)…Combined with Nick Oppenneer in last-second loss at New Mexico (Nov. 21) for a for fall practice…Spent the season with the scout-team defensive secondary. second-quarter tackle for loss. . 2006 (Freshman): In his only season at Fort Hays State in Hays, Kan., played as a true freshman and intercepted one pass. 2008 (Sophomore): Played in 12 games, including the New Mexico Bowl (Dec. 20), as a special-teams contribu- High School: Lettered four years in football at Fort Collins (Colo.) High School, where he played with current teammates tor…Posted five coverage tackles (three solo) on the season…Made his college debut in season opener vs. Colorado (Aug. 31). Matt Yemm and Zach Donaldson, who teamed up with Zick to form the Lambkins’ starting safety combination…Helped Collins to 2007 (Freshman): Practiced as a varsity reserve linebacker, but did not play. the state semifinals as a senior in 2005, before bowing to Ricky Brewer’s Mullen team…A 2005 honorable-mention all-Colorado 2006: Redshirted as a true freshman in his first season of college eligibility. selection (Denver Post), also earned all-conference honors his junior and senior seasons…Helped FCHS to a Front Range League High School: A four-year letterman at Sidney (Neb.) High School, was a first-team all-state linebacker and second-team all- championship and a berth in the state quarterfinals as a junior in 2004…Received the Lambkin of the Year award for his football Nebraska as a punter…Also played quarterback for the Red Raiders…Picked up all-conference, all-region and all-district hon- contributions…Also lettered in track, where he ran the 100 meters and competed in the jumps, and played basketball…High school ors…Was team MVP and captain…Holds school records in passing, tackling, punting and points scored…Also lettered in football coaches were Tim Monty and Eric Rice. basketball, track and baseball, lettering four times in each sport…Head football coach was Wes Gamble. Personal: Given name Scott Ryan Zick…Born March 2, 1988, in Fort Collins, Colo. …Son of Brian and Carol Zick…Father, Personal: Given name Alex Edward Williams…Born Feb. 17, 1988, in Denver, Colo. …Son of Bob and Karen Williams…Has Brian, is a CSU graduate…Has one older sister…Majoring in liberal arts…Hometown: Fort Collins, Colo. one brother…Majoring in business administration…Hometown: Sidney, Neb. DIVISION I STATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD IVISION TATISTICS Tackles — Sacks — Fumbles— Passes Def — D I S 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . . . —Did not play— Year School GP GS Solo Ast Tot TFL Yds No Yds FF FR Yds Int Yds PD 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .13 0 3 3 6 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2007 Colorado State (fr.) . . . . . —Did not play— 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . .11 0 3 2 5 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2008 Colorado State (so.) . .12 0 3 2 5 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Career totals (two years) . . .24 0 6 5 11 0.0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2009 Colorado State (jr.) . . . .9 7 21 34 55 3.5 5 0.0 0 1 2 0 0 0 1 Career totals (three years) . .17 7 24 36 60 3.5 5 0.0 0 1 2 0 0 0 1 FINAL COLORADO STATE UPDATED BIOS | 2009 SEASON