Also competed in track and field as an Alabama prep. Redshirted in 2007. Saw action in nine games in ’08 and rushed eight times for 46 yards (5.8-yard average) and zero touchdowns. In ’09, played in 11 contests and recorded 11-51-1 (4.6). Played a bigger role in the offense in ’10, posting 69-348-5 (5.0) rushing and catching three passes for 20 yards (6.7-yard average) in 12 games. Played in 13 games in ’11, with zero starts, carrying 53-212-3 (4.0) and catching 2-3-0. Has four career kickoff returns for 42 yards (10.5). Has only one career fumble.

Well put together with a broad upper body and thick trunk. Good quickness. Likes contact. Runs hard and drops his pads into defenders. Protects the football. Good bulk and base in pass protection. Has special-teams experience. Solid character. Football-smart. Hardworking, vocal leader who cares about his craft and puts the time in to improve. Team-first guy who maintained a positive attitude despite losing, a coaching change and irregular playing time.

Lacks ideal height. Average athletic ability. Tight movement skills. Limited run skills and elusiveness. Does not factor as a receiver. Was a part-time player in a spread offense and will have to adjust to a three-point stance and lead-blocking responsibilities.

Big, tough, durable, competitive college running back with a fullback’s frame, desirable intangibles and enough smarts and athletic ability to be considered as a developmental fullback prospect.