Jersey #: 30 (1987), 63 (1985-86)

Major: Criminology (1987), Undeclared (1986), Criminology (1985)

Weight: 222 (1986-87), 212 (1985)

1987 Media Guide: Will challenge for a backup role behind either Kumerow or Isaman … much heavier and stronger than when he first enrolled … entered Ohio State in 1985 but saw no game action.

1985 Media Guide: Extremely quick … has the frame to add poundage.

High School: An all-Ohio defensive end from Middletown in 1984 … UPI “Defensive Lineman of the Year” in 1984 … captained the football team his senior year … top football thrill came when he intercepted a pass and returned it 35 yards against rival Princeton High.

Personal: Nicknamed “D.D.” … admires Marcus Marek and Lawrence Taylor … hobbies are music, sports and movies.