I am from Dayton and have watched him play the past 2 years. He had a short season this year because he dislocated his elbow early in the year. This kid can flat out play. For his size he comes off the line a hell of a lot faster than his forty times show. Also has a great work ethic on the field. During the summer I was working night shift and got off at 7 in the morn. I went to the local gym to hit the weights after work and he was there a whole lot. And that is on top of the daily workout the team does in the weight room and conditioning.
Also as a note he is very underestimated as a D-lineman as well. During the Maryville game in the playoffs I swear he was in there backfield more than there QB.
I played for Fitzgerald and he does not give out false praise. If he touts a kid like this believe it. From what I have seen with my own eyes expect him to play at Tennessee and not ride the pine. He absolutley has a mean streak and good intensity from the first play of the game to the last even when the game is against them. He has heart for sure. Added in with good lineman speed and a good work ethic I wouldnot be surprised to see him get some backup time next year.