High school cornerback-running back who also played basketball and ran track as a Florida prep. Grayshirted in 2006. Started 8-of-12 games in ’07 (wore jersey No. 18) and recorded 50 tackles, two pass breakups and two interceptions with 1 1/2 tackles for loss and a forced fumble. Dislocated his left elbow at the beginning of ’08 fall camp — after missing the season opener, managed 44-6-2 in 11 starts while wearing a brace. Missed ’09 spring practice while recovering from offseason surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder (originally suffered against Wyoming in ’07). Started all 12 games in ’09, logging 72-4-0 with 4 1/2 tackles for loss, two sacks and a forced fumble. Added five kickoff returns for 98 yards (19.6-yard average). Sat out the 2010 season opener against Wisconsin with torn ACL he suffered in fall camp. Tried to play in Week Two against Utah but registered 1-0-0 before leaving the game. Had knee surgery and missed the rest of the season. Returned to play in all 12 games in '11 and posted 59-3-2 with three tackles for loss, three forced fumbles and a blocked kick against Boise State. Started the first two games at cornerback and the final six contests at strong safety. Team captain.

Short, fast, competitive corner who compensates for his height deficiency with instincts, awareness and aggressiveness. Posted a 39-inch vertical leap and broad jump of 10 feet 8 inches. Has the speed, quickness and mental makeup to compete for a backup job, though durability is a concern.