4. Jordan Holmes – Oregon

Jordan Holmes – 54 Oregon 6-5 300

2010: Played in 13 games. Selected All Pac-10 First Team for the 2010 college football season as selected by the Pac-10 head football coaches.
2009: One of four team captains. Ducks’ starting center in each of 13 games his junior season. Played 70 or more snaps in nine of Oregon’s 12 regular season games, including a career-high 94 in the double-overtime win at Arizona. Earned offense player of the week honors from coaching staff following Arizona State win. Named Pac-10 All-Academic. Earned team’s “Pancake Club” award at postseason banquet after being credited with a team-high 55 pancake blocks. Member of Oregon Iron Club, totaling 1,125 pounds in the clean, squat and bench during winter testing.
2008: Appeared in 13 games, starting four. No. 2 at center on the depth chart behind All-American Max Unger. Starting assignments came at left guard against Washington, Utah State, Purdue and UCLA – all UO victories. Part of UO’s record-setting rushing offense that ranked second nationally with 280.1 yards per game. Season-high 82 snaps against the Huskies. Selected an honorable mention academic all-conference choice.
2007: Added quality depth to a veteran offensive line, backing up center and both guard spots. Took the field in eight of 13 games, highlighted by a 29-play effort in Oregon’s win at Michigan.
2006: Provided major contribution during redshirt year by prepping Oregon defense, accumulating scout team offensive player of the week honors during weeks preceding Fresno State, California, Arizona and Oregon State games.
High School: Yuba City in California. The PrepStar all-region choice excelled as a two-way standout for the Honkers in addition to receiving all-area player-of-the-year honors following 2005 campaign. Yuba City’s most valuable player each of his last two years was selected first-team all Sac-Metro on offense following his final prep season after earning second-team honors as a junior. The three-time all-Metro League pick failed to allow a quarterback sack in his three years at offensive tackle and was hailed as league’s offensive line co-MVP his final prep campaign. The two-time team captain accumulated five QB takedowns, 11 tackles for loss and deflected three passes defensively his last fall while the offense sported a balanced attack (1,562 yards rushing, 1,467 yards passing). Was credited with 56 tackles, eight quarterback sacks and two fumble recoveries in 2004. Also excelled as a standout wrestler as the 2006 Northwest sub-section winner finished sixth in the CIF state tournament, capping his senior year with a 37-4 record (34 pins).
Personal: Born Jordan David Holmes on May 16, 1988 in Yuba City, Calif. Parents: Mike and Gail Holmes. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Yuba City (Brian Brown) 2006. Major: Education.
Better in the: Running game.

5. Bronson Tiwanak – Hawaii

Bronson Tiwanak – 75 Hawaii 6-1 295

2010: Played in 14 games.
2009: Member of the scout team.
2008: Attended Fresno City College in California. Named all-conference. Teammate of current Warrior Bryant Moniz.
2007: Attended Fresno City College in California.
High School: A 2006 graduate of Damien Memorial High School in Honolulu Hawaii. Earned three varsity letters in football. Played mostly at center for the Monarchs. Participated in the 2005 HUB Goodwill Senior Bowl. Also earned three letters in soccer and one in track and field.
Personal: Born in Honolulu, O‘ahu. Majoring in sociology. Has one brother. Parents are Teresa and Michael Tiwanak of ‘Aiea, O‘ahu.
Better in the: Passing game.

6. Trask Iosefa – San Diego State

Trask Iosefa – 50 San Diego State 6-0 300

2010: Played in 13 games. Selected All-Mountain West Second Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: Started all 12 contests for the third year in a row. Has now appeared in the starting line-up in 36 straight outings.
2008: Started every game at center as a sophomore.
2007: Started his first 12 career games at center.
2006: Used his redshirt year.
High School: A first-team all-state selection and an all-region pick by PrepStar magazine. Received recruiting attention on both sides of the ball. Selected as first-team member of the Interscholastic League of Honolulu each of his last two prep seasons at Punahou School in Hawaii. Excellent athlete who also earned varsity letters in basketball and track.
Personal: Born Jan. 2, 1987, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Son of Kaleve Tufono-Iosefa and Alaisea Iosefa. Full name is Trask Loimata Faalafi Iosefa. Majoring in social science.
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Better in the: Passing game.

7. Beau Warren – Virginia Tech

Beau Warren – 60 Virginia Tech 6-3 286

2010: Played in 14 games. Selected All-ACC Honorable Mention for the 2010 college football season
2009: Went the distance at center against Alabama and collected a pair of knockdown blocks. Helped clear the way for 444 yards rushing yards against Marshall. Worked every snap against Nebraska and Miami with two knockdown blocks in each game. Also went the distance in the Duke game. Had a pair of knockdowns against BC and picked up two more at Georgia Tech. Played 42 snaps with two knockdowns before leaving the UNC game with a knee injury. Sat out the ECU and Maryland games. Was cleared for the NC State game, but was held out of action. Returned to the starting lineup for the Virginia game and played 60 snaps with four knockdown blocks. Started in the Chick-fil-A Bowl game against Tennessee. Bench pressed 375 pounds and had a 500-pound back squat during off-season testing.
2008: Saw five plays on offense in the Furman game. Picked up three snaps against Georgia Tech and one at UNC. Came in for a snap against Maryland. Played 34 snaps against Duke when starter Ryan Shuman was sidelined by an ankle injury. Picked up a knockdown block during that contest. Played a total of 44 snaps. Had a personal-best 346-pound jerk and 331-pound clean during spring testing. Won the Frank O. Moseley Award as the offensive player who showed the most hustle during the off-season and spring practice.
2007: Made the dress squad as the No. 2 center. Saw action on six snaps against Ohio. Got 31 snaps during the William & Mary game. Ended up playing 37 plays at center against BC after starter Ryan Shuman was injured. Made his first start at Georgia Tech and played every offensive snap. Started and played all 78 snaps against Florida State. Saw brief action in the Miami game. Picked up a lot of reps at center during the spring.
2006: Practiced at tight end while redshirting during the fall. Turned in the third-best NFL Shuttle run time among the offensive linemen at 4.37 seconds. Made the move to center when spring practice opened.
High School: A three-year letterman as an offensive tackle for Coach Mike Skinner at Centreville in Virginia. Named first-team AAA all-state by both The Associated Press and the Virginia High School Coaches Association as an offensive tackle. Rated the No. 55 offensive guard in the country by rivals.com. Rated the No. 73 offensive lineman in the country by
scout.com. Ranked the No. 23 player in the state by The Roanoke Times in its postseason list. Rated the No. 20 player in Virginia by SuperPrep. Listed as the No. 23 player in his state by rivals.com in its final state ranking. An All-Atlantic Region selection by PrepStar. Was a two-time all-district and all-region selection. Named the team’s most outstanding offensive lineman as a senior. An honorable mention all-Metro pick by The Washington Post. Lettered two years in lacrosse.
Personal: Beau Louis Warren. Born 12/31/87 in Fairfax, VA. Son of Don and Irene Warren. Brother of former Hokies Brett and Blake Warren. Dad played 14 years in the NFL for the Washington Redskins. Is working on an undergraduate degree in German. A 2009 graduate who already holds undergraduate degrees from Tech in psychology and sociology.
Better in the: Running game.

8. Wade Weibert - Kansas State

Wade Weibert - 74 Kansas State 6-4 303

2010: Played in 13 games.
2009: Started the season at right guard against Massachusetts and at center the final 11 games. Helped the Wildcat rushing attack gain 179.9 yards per game, the third-most in the Big 12.
2008: Redshirted.
2007: A three-star prospect by Rivals.com and the No. 48 junior college prospect in the nation. A four-star prospect by Scout.com. Helped lead Butler County to the 2007 NJCAA National Football Championship and a perfect 12-0 record. A First Team All-Jayhawk Conference, All-Region VI and NJCAA All-America selection. Helped lead Butler County to a 23-1 record in two seasons. Played for head coach Troy Morrell.
2006: Played at Butler County Community College.
High School: An all-conference and all-state selection as both an offensive and defensive lineman. Three-year starter at Hillsboro High in Kansas for head coach Len Coryea. Also lettered in basketball.
Personal: Wade Weibert was born August 31, 1987. Son of Dave Weibert and Brenda Brown. Majoring in business.
Better in the: Running game.

9. J.C. Brignone – Mississippi State

J.C. Brignone – 70 Mississippi State 6-1 300

2010: Played in 12 games.
2009: Became vocal leader of an offensive line that paved the way for the Southeastern Conference's leading rushing attack (227.6 yards per game). Started all 12 games at the center position. Played 65 snaps and posted an 80 percent grade with six knockdowns against Jackson State. Posted a team-high 86 percent with three knockdowns against Auburn. Helped pave the way for State to rush for 260 yards against Vanderbilt, posting an 81 percent blocking grade. Recorded an 87% grade with six knockdowns while playing all 87 snaps against LSU. Led the team with a remarkable 95 percent against Georgia Tech. Helped State rush for 209 yards on 38 carries. Again played every snap and tied for the team lead with an 87 percent grade against Houston. Also credited with six knockdowns. Played in every snap for the sixth straight game as State ran for 178 yards and three scores against Middle Tennessee. Graded out at 90 percent against Kentucky with seven knockdowns as he helped pave the way for Anthony Dixon to run for 252 yards and State to rush for 348 and three touchdowns. Recorded an 82 percent blocking grade against Alabama, often facing defensive standouts Terrance Cody and Ronaldo McClain. Helped clear the path as Mississippi State rushed for 114 yards against Alabama, becoming only the second team to eclipse the 100-yard mark against the Tide this season. Recorded a 91 percent blocking grade against Arkansas as State rushed for 327 yards, the most by a Bulldog team since 2004. Racked up a 93 percent grade in the season finale win over the Bulldogs in-state rival. State ran for more than 300 yards for the third time in four games, punishing the Rebel defense with 59 carries for 317 yards.
2008: Started all 12 games on the offensive line for the Bulldogs, 11 times at the center position and once at offensive guard. Was on the field for 65 of a possible 72 offensive snaps at Louisiana Tech in the season lidlifter, his first career start. Tallied a 78 percent blocking grade with five knockdown blocks in Ruston. Turned in a team-high 89 percent blocking grade on 55 offensive snaps one week later in the Bulldogs’ home-opening win over Southeastern Louisiana. Was second on the club with seven will-breaker blocks. Was on the field for all 61 offensive plays against Auburn in the SEC opener. Tallied a team-best 83 percent blocking grade with a line-high nine pancake blocks. Turned in an 80 percent blocking grade one week later at Georgia Tech, tying for second on the club with six knockdown blocks. Was on the field for all 59 offensive snaps at LSU in Week 5. Finished second on the line with an 83 percent blocking grade. Played all 73 offensive snaps in the Bulldogs’ 17-14 win over Vanderbilt, despite missing practice time most of the week due to injury. Tallied an impressive 85 percent blocking mark against the Commodores with a team-best 10 knockdown blocks. Went all 63 plays and had a 77 percent blocking mark in Week 7 at Tennessee. Went all 64 offensive snaps and graded out at a team-best 88 percent mark against Middle Tennessee at homecoming. Moved over to left guard for State’s Week 10 game at Alabama and went all 57 snaps at his new position. Tallied a team-best 81 percent blocking score against the Crimson Tide. Was on the field for all 76 offensive snaps in the team’s Week 11 victory over Arkansas, scoring an 85 percent blocking mark. Credited with five knockdown blocks against the Razorbacks. Started in the season finale at Ole Miss.
2007: Played in 11 games during his redshirt freshman season, seeing action as a reserve at offensive guard from the season’s outset. Only missed playing time during Week 3 game at Auburn and in the Week 5 contest at South Carolina. Logged increased playing time as the season developed. Settled in at offensive guard during pre-season camp and moved to second on the depth chart after missing substantial time the previous spring with a shoulder injury. Was on the field for 12 offensive snaps in State’s season opener vs. LSU. Scored an 81 percent blocking grade against the Tigers. Was again on the field for 12 plays one week later in the team’s win at Tulane. Turned in a solid 82 percent blocking mark in the victory over the Green Wave. Recorded two perfect snaps in State’s Week 4 win over Gardner-Webb. Added two more flawless snaps two weeks later in the Bulldogs’ 30-13 win over UAB. Was on the field for six mid-game snaps against Tennessee in Week 7. Had an 83 percent blocking mark with a pair of knockdown blocks against the Volunteers. Beginning with MState’s Week 8 game against West Virginia, he began seeing more field time and he responded with a blocking grade just over 80 percent for the remainder of the season. Saw substantial work for the first time at West Virginia in Week 8. Was on the field for 23 offensive plays against the Mountaineers, scoring an 86 percent blocking grade with three pancake blocks. Played 26 snaps at Kentucky in Week 9, scoring an 88 percent blocking mark, a grade that tied for the team lead. Recorded three will-breaker blocks against the nationally ranked Wildcats. Was on the field for nearly half the game (31 of 66 offensive snaps) in MSU’s Week 10 victory over No. 21-ranked Alabama, the most snaps of his redshirt freshman campaign. Recorded five knockdown blocks against the Crimson Tide. Played 30 snaps (out of 85) at Arkansas in Week 11. Had a 77 percent blocking grade against the Razorbacks with three pancake blocks. Was on the field for 24 snaps in the Bulldogs’ 17-14 win over Ole Miss in the regular season-ending arch-rival game. Tallied an 81 percent blocking mark with a knockdown block against the Rebels. Saw substantial work in the Bulldogs’ post-season win over Central Florida in the 2007 AutoZone Liberty Bowl.
2006: Sat out his true freshman season. Saw scout team practice time on both sides of the ball at the line of scrimmage.
High School: Selected to play in the Mississippi-Alabama High School All-Star game. Credited with a 340-pound bench press max and a 5.0-second clocking in the 40-yard dash at the Rivals.com Louisiana Junior Day. Has benched 185 pounds 35 times, with a 385-pound max, according to the Scout.com website. Considered one of the top seniors in the state of Mississippi prior to his senior season by G&W Recruiting Report. Displaced by Hurricane Katrina for his senior year of high school, he finished his prep career at Lilburn (Ga.) Parkview High School. Helped Parkview to a 10-3 record during his senior campaign and into the state of Georgia playoff quarterfinals. Was a two-way tackle for the Class 5A Panthers, a team which finished No. 6 in the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s season-ending final poll. Made 37 tackles with four tackles for loss on the season, a campaign that was interrupted for him at midseason by a broken left arm. Rebounded from that injury to earn first-team, all-Gwinnett County on the defensive line. Began his senior wrestling season at Parkview before returning to the state of Mississippi in January 2006. Selected second-team, Class 4A all-state at offensive guard following his junior season at St. Stanislaus by the Mississippi Association of Coaches. Registered 62 tackles with six quarterback sacks and three fumble recoveries during his junior campaign for head coach Casey Wittman at St. Stanislaus. Helped lead his team to a 9-2 record during his junior year. Also an outstanding wrestler and power lifter on the high school level A three-time USA wrestling champion for Louisiana/Alabama/Mississippi region, he finished sixth nationally. Won a state wrestling championship in Louisiana all three years. Finished fourth in the 308-pound weight class in the power lifting meet during his junior season, despite weighing just 275 at the time. An outstanding student at the prep level, he had a 3.0-plus grade point average. Owned his own pressure washing business in high school. Other top scholarship offer: Rice. Committed to Mississippi State in September 2005.
Personal: Born Julio Cesar Brignone IV, 2-16-88, in Atlanta, Ga. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Julio Brignone. Major is undeclared.
Better in the: Passing game.

10. Jordan Shoemaker – Houston

Jordan Shoemaker – 73 Houston 6-3 285

2010: Played in 12 games.
2009: Started all 10 games in which he competed at left guard. Forced to miss four games midway through the season due to an ankle injury. Returned to the starting lineup at UCF after sitting out four games with an ankle injury. Member of offensive front that posted 563.4 yards of total offense and 433.7 passing yards to lead the nation in both categories. Offense recorded at least 390 yards of total offense in 13 games, at least 500 yards in 11 games and at least 600 yards in five games. Helped lead Cougars to season-high 750 yards of total offense against C-USA rival Southern Miss.
2008: Competed in all 13 games with starts in each of the last six contests. Made his first start on the offensive line at C-USA rival Marshall. Member of offensive front that piled up nearly 41.0 points and more than 560 yards of total offense per game. Helped offense record nine games with more than 500 yards of total offense, six games with more than 600 yards and one 700-yard game against C-USA rival UTEP. Opened holes for rushing attack that racked up more than 2,000 yards and 23 touchdowns.
2007: Competed in nine games with a start against Texas Southern. Made his collegiate debut at C-USA rival Tulane. Moved to fullback midway through the season and became a regular in the lineup at that position. Posted a 1-yard run against Texas Southern during the regular-season finale.
2006: Sat out as a redshirt.
High School: Lettered at Midlothian High School in Texas. Named the Team MVP. Was a First-Team All-District as both an offensive and defensive lineman. Picked as the team's Top Offensive Lineman.
Personal: Full name is Jordan Bruce Shoemaker. Born March 29, 1988, in Dallas, Texas. Son of Bruce and Debbie Shoemaker. Also recruited by Kansas, UTEP, SMU, Tulsa, Rice and Colorado State. Majoring in consumer sciences and merchandising.
Better in the: Passing game.

11. Zane Taylor – Utah

Zane Taylor – 77 Utah 6-2 309

2010: Played in 12 games. Selected All-Mountain West First Team for the 2010 college football season. Sat out 1 game with a knee injury.
2009: Second-team All-MWC. Started all 13 games at center, snapping the ball 810 times in regular season play (bowl stats were not kept). Led Utah in cuts (33) and finished second in pancake blocks (16). Graded out at 90% or better three times (Oregon, Colorado State and BYU). 97% grade vs. BYU. Season-high seven cuts against Colorado State. Five cuts against New Mexico. Academic all-MWC.
2008: Honorable mention all-MWC. Started all 13 games at center. 15 pancake blocks in the regular season (bowl stats were not kept). 35 knockdowns. 22 cuts. Led Utah with season-high seven knockdowns vs. Michigan. Five knockdowns against TCU. Won the Offensive Iron Ute award. Academic all-MWC. Made the Dean's List (3.85 GPA) and the Athletic Director's Honor Roll.
2007: Played in eight games, mostly on special teams. Backed up at right guard and participated in 20 offensive plays. Two pancake blocks. Academic all-MWC. Made the Dean's List and the Athletic Director's Honor Roll.
2006: Redshirt. Won the team's Future Award for Offense. Made the Athletic Director's Honor Roll.
High School: All-state and state MVP as a junior and senior. Rivals.com Top 70 defensive tackle. Led Grand County High (Utah) to the 2005 2A state championship. Won letters in football, wrestling and track and field. Three-time 2A state wrestling champion (2004-06). 2006 state shot put and discus champion. Senior class president participated in student government all four years of high school. National Honor Society.
Personal: Son of Tom Taylor and Kristin Millis. Both parents graduated from Utah State. Three sisters and a brother. Grandfather (Sam Taylor) played football for Westminster College (Utah). Married (Kemrey). Enjoys hiking, river rafting, acting and movie trivia. Health education major. Full name is Zane Charles Taylor. Born April 23, 1988.
Better in the: Passing game.

12. John Stipek - Michigan State

John Stipek – 66 Michigan State 6-5 285

2010: Played in 12 games.
2009: Saw action in seven games in 2009, including three starts center (vs. Central Michigan, Notre Dame and Wisconsin). Entered the lineup following Joel Nitchman's knee injury in the second quarter vs. Montana State and earned his first career start in Week 2 vs. Central Michigan. Played a career-high 71 snaps at Wisconsin.
2008: Made his only appearance of the 2008 season vs. Eastern Michigan. Selected Scout Team Offensive Player of the Week vs. Wisconsin.
2007: Saw action vs. UAB in his only appearance of the 2007 season.
2006: Saw action in four out of the last five games. Recovered a fumble vs. Penn State. Assisted on two tackles vs. Indiana. Named Scout Team Defensive Player of the Week vs. Notre Dame.
High School: Rated among the nation's top defensive ends by Scouts Inc. (No. 40). Ranked among the state's top 20 seniors by The Detroit News (No. 11), Detroit Free Press (No. 14), Lansing State Journal (No. 14) and Rivals.com (No. 15). Associated Press Class A all-state selection in 2005. Garnered All-Metro and All-Metro East honors from The Detroit News as a senior. Three-year starter and two-year captain for Coach Mike Giannone at Dakota High School in Macomb, Mich.. Helped the Cougars earn back-toback trips to the state semifinals in 2004-05. Two-way starter saw action at offensive guard and defensive end. Recorded 59 tackles, including 15 sacks, as a senior. Returned an interception for a touchdown in 2005. Honorable mention all-state selection by The Detroit News in 2004. Attended the same high school that produced former Spartan offensive guard/center and current Cincinnati Bengal Kyle Cook.
Personal: Donated 8 inches of hair from the sides of his head to Locks of Love in March 2010 (Locks of Love provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under 21, suffering from long-term medical hair loss). Son of Robert and Susan Stipek. Born Oct. 2, 1987. Majoring in interdisciplinary studies in social science - human resources.
Better in the: Passing game.

13. Ryan McMahon - Florida State

Ryan McMahon - 60 Florida State 6-5 284

2010: Played in 14 games. Selected All-ACC Second Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: Boasted a season average grade of 80.6 percent, which ranked second only among linemen to All-American guard Rodney Hudson. Led all linemen with a grade of 84 percent in FSU's Gator Bowl victory over West Virginia, including a career-high six knockdown blocks. Checked in with a career-high matching grade of 93 against mammoth Clemson defensive front. Penalized three times and allowed only 2.5 sacks in 823 snaps all season. Credited with 20 knockdown blocks. In 2,654 snaps through three seasons has recorded 64 knockdown blocks, been flagged for six penalties and allowed 7.5 sacks. Played all but 10 snaps, getting a respite in rout of BYU, where he also saw a handful of plays at guard. Vastly improved his pass protection and shotgun snaps. Became the first two-time recipient of the Crenshaw Award as the player with the biggest heart, sharing the award with defensive end Markus White. Earned his degree in economics at the end of the `10 spring semester.
2008: Started all 13 games at center and earned All-ACC honorable mention. Earned first Crenshaw Award. Had streak of 994 consecutive snaps played end in blowout of Western Carolina. Graded out at 81 percent or higher in six of his final seven games. Charged with just 12 missed assignments on the season. Registered a career-high 24 knockdown blocks in 872 snaps.
2007: Played every offensive snap during redshirt freshman season. Was the lone freshman or sophomore center at an FBS school to make that claim. Was penalty-free on the season, a stunning statistic considering he was involved in all 959 offensive snaps. Joined teammate and left guard Rodney Hudson on FWAA Freshmen All-American team. Credited with a fumble recovery against Kentucky in the Music City Bowl. Made the transition from defensive tackle to center during spring practice under the supervision of offensive line coach Rick Trickett.
2006: Spent a redshirt season working on the scout team defensive line.
High School: Arrived at FSU as a three-star defensive line prospect out of Darlington Prep in Georgia, where he combined for 88 tackles, 24 tackles for loss and 10 sacks over his final two seasons. Also played offensive guard. Helped lead the team to an 8-2 record and a spot in the state playoffs as a senior. Selected FSU over Florida, Alabama, Auburn and Kentucky.
Personal: Born May 11, 1988.
Better in the: Running game.

14. Jason Kelce – Cincinnati

Jason Kelce – 60 Cincinnati 6-4 280

2010: Played in 12 games. Selected All-Big East Second Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: A second-team all-BIG EAST honoree. Started all 13 games at left guard. Behind the offensive line, the Bearcats had an individual top the 100-yard plateau in eight out of 13 games overall. UC topped 200-yards rushing on three occasions and set school records for points and touchdowns.
2008: Made 13 starts at left guard. Helped the UC offense average 27.3 points and 375.3 yards of total offense per contest.
2007: A former walk-on linebacker, who worked hard in the off-season to compete for a spot on the offensive line. Challenged for the starting center duties during the preseason. Saw action at center and guard in nine contests. A member of the record-setting offense that posted 472 points (36.3 per game), and 434.0 yards per game in 2007. Also participated on special teams where he notched three tackles in the last two games of the season, including two stops in the Papajohns.com Bowl against Southern Miss.
2006: Redshirted. Earned the Scout Team Defensive Player of the Year Award. Won Scout Team Defensive Player of the Week honors for the Akron and Rutgers games.
High School: Attended Cleveland Heights High School in Ohio. Two-time all-league selection for head coach Mike Jones. League defensive MVP. Made 105 tackles at linebacker as a senior. Also recorded 33 tackles for loss and returned a fumble for a touchdown. Averaged 9.5 yards per carry as a running back.
Personal: Jason D. Kelce. Born Nov. 5, 1987. Son of Ed and Donna Kelce. Uncle Don Blalock played football at Purdue and grandfather Don Blalock played football at Ohio. Brother Travis is a sophomore tight end for the Bearcats.
Better in the: Running game.

15. Alex Karabin – Pittsburgh

Alex Karabin – 61 Pittsburgh 6-1 290

2010: Played in 13 games.
2009: Played in all 13 games, primarily in special teams capacities. Served on the field goal/PAT units. Also was the top reserve at center.
2008: Served as a reserve center and as a member of the field goal/PAT units. Played in all 13 games to letter.
2007: Made his lone game appearance at Rutgers. Lined up in Pitt's "jumbo set" on the goal line against the Scarlet Knights as a blocking back.
2006: Redshirted as a true freshman.
2005: Spent the 2005-06 academic year at Air Force Prep in Colorado. A starting offensive guard under Lt. Col. Todd Bynum.
High School: Two-time Associated Press Pennsylvania Class AA All-State performer for Greensburg Central Catholic. Two-time All-Interstate Conference. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Fabulous 22" East. Earned four football letters under Coach Muzzy Colosimo. Hhelped Greensburg Central Catholic to a four-year mark of 31-11 (.738) during his varsity career, including three WPIAL playoff berths. Selected to play in the Pennsylvania Football Coaches Association East-West All-Star Game. Also a three-time letterman in track and field.
Personal: Alexander Richard Karabin, born 10/14/86, is the son of Richard and Anna Karabin. Has one brother. Business-finance major.
Better in the: Running game.

16. Kristofer O'Dowd – USC

Kristofer O'Dowd – 61 USC 6-5 300

2010: Played in 13 games. Selected All Pac-10 Honorable Mention for the 2010 college football season.
2009: O'Dowd was set to anchor USC's offensive line while starting for his second season at center as a junior in 2009. But he was slowed throughout the season by injuries, seeing action in just 8 games (starting 7). He missed the San Jose State opener after dislocating his right kneecap in 2009 fall camp, then started USC's next 5 games (Ohio State, Washington, Washington State, California, Notre Dame) before a sore shoulder and the lingering effects of his pre-season knee injury sidelined him for the next 3 contests (Oregon State, Oregon, Arizona State). He saw brief action against Stanford, didn't play versus UCLA and returned to the starting lineup against Arizona and Boston College. He missed 2009 spring drills while recuperating from shoulder surgery. He was named to the 2009 Playboy Pre-Season All-American team.
2008: O'Dowd started all season at center as a sophomore in 2008 and proved to be among the nation's top young centers. He made the 2008 All-Pac-10 first team, Collegefootballnews.com All-Pac-10 first team, Phil Steele's All-Pac-10 third team and College Football News Sophomore All-American second team and won USC's Offensive Lineman of the Year Award. He had arthroscopic surgery on his knee prior to 2008 spring practice. After the season, he had surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.
2007: O'Dowd proved to be a precocious first-year freshman center in 2007. He started 3 (Idaho, Nebraska, Washington) of USC's first 4 games (including the first 2) and appeared in 7 contests overall (Idaho, Nebraska, Washington State, Washington, Arizona State, UCLA and Illinois). In the Idaho opener, he became the first USC true freshman to start at center as well as only the third Trojan true freshman to start a post-World War II opener on the offensive line (joining Brad Budde in 1976 against Missouri and Travis Claridge in 1996 against Penn State) and the first USC true freshman to start on the offensive line since Jeff Byers did so in 2004 against UCLA. He then earned Rivals.com National Freshman of the Week honors for his performance at Nebraska. He dislocated his right kneecap at Washington and was sidelined the next 4 games. He was named to the 2007 Scout.com Freshman All-American first team, Rivals.com Freshman All-American second team, Collegefootballnews.com Freshman All-American second team, The Sporting News Freshman All-American honorable mention and The Sporting News Pac-10 All-Freshman first team.
High School: His 2006 honors included Parade All-American, EA Sports All-American first team, Super Prep All-American, Prep Star All-American, USA Today All-USA second team, Super Prep Elite 50, Prep Star 100, Rivals.com 100, Super Prep All-Farwest, Prep Star All-West, Scout.com All-West, Long Beach Press-Telegram Best in the West first team, Orange County Register Fab 15 first team, Tacoma News-Tribune Western 100 and All-State as a senior offensive lineman at Salpointe Catholic High in Tucson (Ariz.). He recorded 90 pancake blocks in 2006. As a junior in 2005, he made the All-State first team.
Personal: He's an American studies and ethnicity major at USC. His grandfather, Jack, lettered in football at Arizona for 3 years (1930-32).
Better in the: Running game.

17. Zach Peterson – Army

Zach Peterson – 57 Army 6-1 270

2010: Played in 12 games.
2009: Appeared in all 12 contests. Maintained starting role at center throughout season. Lined up with lead cast for all 12 contests. Played large role in Army listing 16th nationally in rushing yards per game.
2008: Did not appear in a varsity contest.
2007: Did not appear in a varsity contest.
High School: Three-sport stalwart at Northgate High in Newnan, Ga.. Played for head coach Bill Luekie. All-county choice at offensive guard. All-area as well. Three-time letterwinner. Served as team captain during final two seasons. Earned three additional varsity letters in track and field, one in basketball. Garnered total of seven varsity letters. Specialized in throwing events on track. Two-time team captain in that sport as well. Established school record in shot put event (51-3).
Personal: Born May 4, 1988. Given name is Zachary Ignatius Peterson. Parents' names are Tim and Caren Peterson. Both parents served in U.S. Army Airborne Division. Father, Tim, was an Airborne Ranger after lettering at quarterback for Salisbury University. Paternal grandfather, Theodore Peterson, retired from U.S. Army with rank of colonel. Uncle, Chad Chosewood, lettered in football at University of Georgia. High school teammate of current Air Force linebacker Andre Morris. Lists favorite food as his mother's roast beef, noodles, gravy and broccoli casserole. Nicknamed "Pete". Played against current Navy starting quarterback Ricky Dobbs in both basketball and football during high school career. Majoring in Leadership.
Better in the: Running game.

18. Brad Serini – Florida International

Brad Serini – 76 Florida International 6-3 283

2010: Played 13 games. Selected All-Sun Belt First Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: Only returning offensive lineman to start every contest in 2009. Has started every game since his arrival at FIU. Named to Rimmington Award watchlist prior to the season
2008: Named to the Remington Award (nation’s best center) watchlist prior to the season. One of just five Golden Panthers to start every game in 2008, earning the start at center every game. Anchored an offensive line that lowered its sacks allowed total from 32 to 27. Recovered a fumble at Iowa (9/6).
2007: One of only seven Golden Panthers to start every game. Was the team’s mainstay at center for all 12 games.
High School: Attened Highland High School in New York. An outstanding dual-sport star for head coach Carl Relyea. Named as a 2006 Section Nine Offensive All-Star and a first-team Class B all-state offensive lineman by the New York Sportswriters Association. Team co-captain invited to play in the annual New York-New Jersey Governor’s Bowl game. Wrestling in the 275-pound weight class, competing in the state championship where he placed third in Division II before advancing to Nationals. Chose FIU over interest showed by Wisconsin, UConn, Illinois, Temple and Buffalo.
Personal: Born August 12, 1989. Son of Mike and Sharon Serini. Had two brothers, Mike and Matt, and a sister, Nicole. His father played two years at Kentucky, while his grandfather played for four years at UK and in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears. Majoring in business management.
Better in the: Running game.

19. Sean Bedford – Georgia Tech

Sean Bedford – 79 Georgia Tech 6-1 281

2010: Played in 12 games. Elected All-ACC First Team for the 2010 college football season> Missed 1 games due to a leg injury. Winner of the Burlsworth Trophy, given to the nation's most outstanding player who began his career as a walk-on.
2009: Grabbed the starting job at center in spring practice and went on to start all 14 games... named first team All-ACC. Helped Georgia Tech lead the ACC in rushing offense and total offense. Named the ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week following the Virginia Tech game (Oct. 17). Tech had 309 yards rushing against the Hokies and the line allowed just one sack... named ACC co-Offensive Lineman of the Week after his performance against North Carolina (Sept. 26). Overcame cramps to help ignite a Tech offense that rushed for 317 yards against the Tar Heels.
2008: The aerospace engineering major is a back-up at center. Saw action in the Miami game (Nov. 20) and Mississippi State game (Sept. 20). Moved from the defensive line to the offense in mid-August. Paul Johnson was impressed with Bedford's work ethic and felt he might have a better chance to see action on the O-line. Played well in the T-Day (Spring) Game with 3.5 tackles, 1.0 tackle-for-loss and a fumble recovery.
2007:A key member of the scout team. Saw action in one game -- vs. Army (Oct. 20).
2006: Joined the squad as a walk-on and redshirted.
High School: Scholar-Athlete of the Year by the Gainesville Sun, which also tabbed him to its All-Area team. Had 79 tackles as a senior with 21 tackles for loss, eight sacks, five forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries and one blocked kick. Helped Buchholz High in Florida to three city championships and two district titles. Three-year letterwinner for coach Jay Godwin. Also lettered in weightlifting and track and field, earning all-area honors in both. Helped track team to state title in 2004. School-record holder in the discus. Student body president.
Personal: Full name is Sean Boudreau Bedford. Son of Dean Bedford and Kathleen Boudreau. Born December 26, 1987. Majoring in aerospace engineering.
Better in the: Running game.

20. Cameron Zipp – Southern Mississippi

Cameron Zipp – 59 Southern Mississippi 6-1 278

2010: Played in 13 games. Named to Conference USA Commissioner's Honor Roll. Made the Dean's List during the spring semester. Selected All-Conference USA First Team for the 2010 college football season
2009: Started at center in the New Orleans Bowl. Started in all 13 games at center. Earned C-USA All-Conference Honorable Mention honors. Graded 75 percent or better in 12 of 13 games. Won top offensive lineman award from coaches for the Louisville (10/10) and Houston (10/31) contests. Made the Dean's List during the fall semester.
2008: Started all 13 games this season at center. Earned the Pound the Rock award twice this season for top offensive lineman at Auburn (9/6) and at Rice(10/18). Graded 70 percent or better by the coaching staff all season with a high of 92 percent against Rice. Helped the Golden Eagles to a school record in total offense (5,214). Helped block for a three-time 1,000-yard rusher.
2007: Saw action in three games. Participated in 53 snaps. Had one pancake and three knockdowns, while allowing a half sack.
2006: Redshirted.
High School: Three-year starter at left tackle for Coach Larry Favre at Fontainebleau HS in Louisiana. Team lost four games due to Hurricane Katrina as a senior. Graded at 87 percent as a senior. Finished with 20 pancake blocks and allowed less than five sacks. Helped team to a 4-3 record as a senior. Named all-district and all-metro as a junior and senior. Named all-state as a senior and honorable-mention as a junior. As a junior, helped team to an 11-3 record and semifinal berth in the playoffs. Graded at 88 percent, with 20 pancakes. Honorable mention all-state selection by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association. Also allowed less than five sacks. A two-star rating by Rivals.com. Played basketball and baseball as a freshman. Lettered one year in wrestling and three years in track and field.
Personal: Son of Greg and Patty Zipp. Majoring in business administration with an emphasis in entrepreneurship and small business administration.
Better in the: Running game.

21. Tyler Clark – Troy

Tyler Clark – 58 Troy 6-1 277

2010: Played in 13 games.
2009: Started all 13 games at left guard and also played some at center, right guard and left tackle. After starting slowly, graded at better than 85 percent in each of the last nine games. Did not allow a sack through the first 11 games, but surrendered a half sack in the season finale. Had a season-high 10 knockdown blocks in the win over Florida Atlantic. Graded a season-high 94.2 percent in the win over ULM.
2008: Started all 13 games at left guard for the Trojans. Played 902 total snaps. Recorded 59 knockdown blocks. Graded out at 86.7 percent for the season including a season best 95 percent against Alcorn State.
2007: After walking on at the start of fall camp, worked his way into the playing rotation early before taking over as the starting left guard late in the season. Saw action in all 12 games, the final five as a starter. Played 509 total snaps, recording 28 knockdown blocks while grading at 78.3 percent for the season. Was flagged for two penalties and allowed 1.5 sacks.
High School: Lettered three years at Thompson High School in Alabama. Was named First-Team All-Region as a senior.
Personal: Full name is Christopher Tyler Clark. Was born on September 13, 1989. Is the son of Rusty and Sandra Clark. Majoring in Marketing.
Better in the: Passing game.

22. Joe Bernardi – Fresno State

Joe Bernardi – 74 Fresno State 6-2 285

2010: Played in 10 games. Had an ankle injury.
2009: A leader among the front for an offense that produced NCAA rushing leader Ryan Mathews, No. 12 pick of the 2010 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. Started 11 games and played in all 13. Fresno State's offense was among the nation's best, ranking No. 8 in rushing, No. 14 in scoring and No. 17 in total offense. Led the Dogs to the New Mexico Bowl for the second straight season.
2008: Started the final 12 games of the season at center and emerged as one of the WAC's best by season's end. A leader of the front five that saw three different back rush for more than 100-yards in games during the season, average 4.9 yards per rush and scored 24 touchdowns. The Dogs had six games of better than 400 total yards.
2007: Started six games last season before suffering a season-ending injury. Showed great promise in those six starts.
2006: Redshirted after joining the team in the spring of 2006.
High School: A first-team AIA 4A All-State team member as a center. Also named to the All-Arizona team by the Arizona Rebulic. Rated as the second-best lineman in Arizona and the state's top center. All-region and all-city (Flagstaff), as well. Was the first offensive lineman ever to be named region MVP. Also played defensive line for Flagstaff High School, recording 45 unassisted tackles, 13 assists, three hurries, three pass deflections and three sacks. Had one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. Played two seasons at Hart High in Newhall, Calif.. His high schools teams had a combined three-year record of 34-6. Son of Gary Bernardi, an assistant football coach who has worked at Arizona, UCLA, Northern Arizona and currently UNLV. Coached by Craig Holland.
Personal: Born March 6, 1987 in Tucson, Ariz.. One of three children of Leigh and Gary Bernardi. Has a twin sister, Briana, who plays softball at UNLV. Lists his favorite athletes as Kyle Turley because he's the "nastiest offensive linemen ever" and Jonathan Ogden. Interested in becoming a sports broadcaster. Earned his degree in Communications in May.
Better in the: Passing game.

23. Kevin Kowalski – Toledo

Kevin Kowalski – 69 Toledo 6-4 299

2010: Played in 13 games.
2009: Started all 12 games at center. Part of an offensive line that ranked No. 16 in the nation in total offense (437.9) and No. 18 in passing offense (278.1).
2008: Started in all 12 games at right guard. Part of an offensive line that gave up just 16 sacks, tied for 24th-best in the nation and tied for third-best in the MAC.
2007: Stepped into the lineup as a true freshman in the third game of the season. Part of an offensive line that allowed just 16 sacks, tied for 19th in the nation and second in the MAC. Toledo’s offense also ranked No. 2 in scoring (32.9), No. 1 in total offense (448.4) and No. 1 in rushing (209.2) in the MAC.
High School: Rated the No. 5 offensive lineman in Ohio according to Rivals.com, and the No. 28 center in the nation by Scout.com. Selected to play in the Big 33 All-Star Game (Ohio vs. Pennsylvania). Also played as a defensive lineman for his 8-1 team, making 75 tackles and 10 sacks. First-team Division II All-Ohio pick as a senior, as well as the Summit/Portage County Defensive Player of the Year. As a junior, made second-team All-Northeast Inland District. Threw the shot and discus for the track team. Honor roll student. High school coach was Keith Boedicker. Attended Nordonia High School.
Personal: Full name is Kevin Victor Kowalski. Birthdate: Jan. 2, 1989. Parents are Joe and Pat Kowalski.Individualized studies major.
Better in the: Running game.

24. Colin Baxter – Arizona

Colin Baxter – 64 Arizona 6-4 295

2010: Played in 12 games. Selected All Pac-10 Second Team for the 2010 college football season. Missed bowl game due to knee injury. Underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus.
2009: Team co-captain. 12-game starter and focal point of offensive line that rated 10th nationally in pass protection and second in the Pac-10 with only 11 sacks allowed.
2008: 11 starts at left guard. Honorable mention All-Pac-10.
2007: 11 starts at left guard. In 2007 he played in opener as backup and won a bigger role, starting final 11 games at left guard...
2006: Earned honorable mention Freshman All-America from The Sporting News and third-team honors from CFN.com. Pac-10 All-Freshman by TSN.
2006: Worked with the varsity team and was a travel roster member during his redshirt freshman season in 2006.
High School: Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Rolling Hills, Calif., 2006. SuperPrep All-Farwest for coach Tony Uruburu. Arizona's first commitment in Class of '06, pledging in June '05. First-team CIF Southern Section/AAF defensive unit and first-team CIF Division III, league defensive Player of the Year. Cal-Hi Sports third-team All-State honors. Team played in California Division III semifinals. Named first-team all-area and second-team all-South Bay. Wrestling letterman as heavyweight for Panthers, who won the 2005 CIF Central Division title. As a junior, on defense, he had 40 tackles, four quarterback hurries, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery on defense. Participated in Nike combine spring-summer in 2005. Finished 10th in the shot put, 12th discus in Bay League 2005 championships. Also played basketball for Peninsula.
Personal: Academic major is regional development. Date of birth: July 31, 1987.
Better in the: Passing game.

25. Tim Barnes - Missouri

Tim Barnes - 62 Missouri 6-4 300

2010: Played in 13 games. Selected All-Big 12 First Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: Helped lead the Tigers to a bowl game with his outstanding play anchoring the line of scrimmage. Was a steadying force for first-year starting QB Blaine Gabbert, and made all 13 starts for the Tigers at center on the season. Part of an offensive line that gave up just 20 sacks in 13 games on the season (467 passing attempts in all). Named to the watch list for the Rimington Award, which is given to the nation's top offensive lineman. Part of an MU offense that averaged just under 30 points per game on the season.
2008: Had an outstanding season in his first year as a starter, establishing himself as one of the top centers in the Big 12 Conference. Took over the starting duties at center, starting all 14 games. Earned All-Big 12 Honorable Mention recognition from league coaches. Was a key part of the Tigers' offense that ranked eighth nationally in total offense (484.14 yards per game) and sixth in the NCAA in scoring offense (42.21 ppg), while coming in fourth in the nation in passing offense (330.36 ypg). Tiger offensive line also ranked 16th nationally in fewest quarterback sacks allowed (1.21 per game).
2007: Made the move to center during before the season, where he served as understudy for Rimington finalist Adam Spieker. Saw action in 7 games during the season, getting valuable game experience. Took the field in games against Western Michigan, Illinois State, Nebraska, Texas Tech, Colorado, Kansas State and in the Cotton Bowl against Arkansas. An excellent student who earned second-team Academic All-Big 12 honors for his work in the classroom. Entered spring camp listed No. 2 on the depth chart at right guard, before eventually moving to center.
2006: Redshirted in his first season in the program, working as part of the practice squad.
High School: One of the most highly-coveted prospects in the state of Missouri who was an early commitment to Mizzou, the summer prior to his junior season. Was ranked as the No. 4 overall prospect in the state of Missouri by Rivals, and as the No. 23 offensive guard prospect in the nation, as well. Earned numerous All-State, All-Conference and All-District honors during his career at Pettis County Northwest High School in Hughesville, Mo.. Excellent all-around athlete who was a four-year letterwinner in basketball and a two-year letterman in baseball, in addition to his exploits on the gridiron. Also earned 1st-Team All-Conference and All-District honors in basketball, as well. A solid student who was a member of the National Honor Society, and also served on his school's student council. High school coach - Caleb Crooker.
Personal: Parents - Jeff & Becky Barnes. Chose Mizzou over Miami, Fla., Michigan and Iowa, among others. Majoring in communications at Mizzou.
Better in the: Running game.

26. Paul Pinegar – Maryland

Paul Pinegar – 71 Maryland 6-4 290

2010: Played in 13 games. Selected All-ACC Honorable Mention for the 2010 college football season. Played some games at offensive tackle.
2009: An Academic All-ACC choice. Started all 12 games along the offensive line, at three different positions. Started at right tackle vs. Cal (9/5) and left tackle vs. James Madison (9/12) and MTSU (9/19) for an injured Bruce Campbell. Returned to right tackle against Rutgers (9/26). Part of the line that helped Chris Turner pass for 307 yards and three TDs against Wake Forest (10/10). Started at left guard vs. Duke (10/24), becoming the first o-lineman in Ralph Friedgen's tenure to start at three different positions. Started at LG vs. NC State (11/7) and Virginia Tech (11/14). Part of the offensive line that helped Maryland gain a season-high 196 rushing yards and give up just one sack against Florida State (11/21).
2008: Played in seven games as a reserve along the o-line. Saw time at tackle vs. Delaware (8/30), Cal (9/13), Eastern Michigan (9/20), Wake Forest (10/18), UNC (11/15), FSU (11/22) and Nevada (12/30).
2007: Saw action in five games as a reserve offensive lineman. Played left tackle against Clemson (10/27), UNC (11/3), BC (11/10), FSU (11/17) and NC State (11/24). Had a solid spring after getting more snaps with the absence of a number of offensive linemen.
2006: Served a redshirt season. Named offensive scout team player of the week for his work in practice leading up to the Wake Forest contest (11/25).
High School: Attended Sherwood High School in Maryland. A three-year letterwinner and starter. Played offensive and defensive line. An all-county performer as a senior when he helped lead the squad to a 12-2 record and a state championship game appearance. Posted 76 tackles, including two sacks, two forced fumbles and three recovered fumbles in 2005. Coached by Al Thomas.
Personal: Born in Brookeville, Md.. Parents are Tim and Lisa Pinegar. An honor roll student in high school. Grandfather played football for Ohio State. He served in WWII instead of pursuing an NFL career with the Detroit Lions. Majoring in history. Recipient of the Joe F. Blair Scholarship.
Better in the: Passing game.

27. Tom Castilaw – Arkansas State

Tom Castilaw – 73 Arkansas State 6-3 280

2010: Played in 12 games. Selected All-Sun Belt Second Team for the 2010 college football season. NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE 2010 DRAFT...WILL BE ELIGIBLE IN 2011.
2009: Started the first four games of the season before suffering a season-ending injury during the Iowa contest. Part of the offensive line that helped lead ASU to almost 500 yards of total offense in its season opener against Mississippi Valley State, and to over 300 yards in two of its first three games. Named to ASU Athletic Director's Honor Roll and Sun Belt Conference Commissioner's List.
2008: Played in a reserve roll along the offensive line that paved the way for ASU's offense that piled up 4,786 yards to break the 57-year old school record for total offense. Part of offensive line that led ASU offense to SBC rankings of No. 3 in scoring offense, No. 2 rushing offense and No. 3 total offense. ASU's offense ranked No. 18 in the nation in rushing offense, No. 38 in total offense and No. 52 in scoring offense. ASU's offense averaged 398.8 yards per game, the best by an ASU offense since 1970. The offensive line didn't allow a single sack in three games.
2007: Saw limited action, playing in one game (North Texas). Received the "Freshman Academic Excellence Award" from the ASU coaching staff at the conclusion of spring drills.
2006: Redshirted.
High School: Attended Flower Mound HS in Texas. Four-year letterman. Starter as a junior and senior.
Personal: born Sept. 21, 1987 in Alexandria, La. Enjoys weightlifting, church choir and playing bass guitar in the church band. Son of Tim Castilaw.
Better in the: Running game.

28. Doug Klopacz – Penn State

Doug Klopacz – 68 Penn State 6-3 286

2010: Played in 13 games.
2009: Klopacz served as the top reserve to first-team All-Big Ten center Stefen Wisniewski and saw action in six games. Klopacz played in the wins over Akron, Syracuse, Temple, Illinois, Easter n Illinois and Michigan State, helping the Nittany Lions gain more than 500 yards against both the Zips and Panthers. He returned to the field after suffering a serious knee injury early in the 2008 campaign.
2008: The squad's No. 2 center, Klopacz saw action on 45 snaps during the first three games of the season, led by 20 against Coastal Carolina. He suffered a serious knee injury in practice leading up to the Temple game, tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and was lost for the season.
2007: Klopacz made his collegiate debut in the season-opening win over Florida International. He also saw action in the Nittany Lions' big win over No. 19 Wisconsin.
2006: Redshirt season.
High School: Klopacz had a memorable career at New Jersey powerhouse St. Joseph's Regional HS. Playing for Coach Tony Karcich, he lined up at tackle and tight end on an offensive line that was instrumental in clearing the way to three state championships. Klopacz was recognized as a Newark Star-Ledger second-team all-stater and private school all-state selection as a senior.
Personal: Full name is Douglas John Klopacz. He is a kinesiology major. Born September 9, 1987.
Better in the: Passing game.

29. Nick Mitchell – Western Michigan

Nick Mitchell – 60 Western Michigan 6-2 291

2010: Played in 10 games.
2009: Made the most starts in a season in his career (11). Participated in a career best 838 snaps, ranking fourth on the team among offensive linemen. Registered a career high 101 snaps against CMU (10/17).
2008: Started career-high seven games. Appeared in career-high 13 games. Involved in career-high 75 snaps at Nebraska (8/30). Appeared in 74 snaps vs. Eastern Michigan (11/1). Contributed in 435 total snaps. Appeared on 36 snaps in the Texas Bowl vs. Rice (12/30).
2007: Appeared in three games. Involved in a season high seven snaps vs. Central Conn. State (9/22).
2006: Redshirted.
High School: Captain his senior year. Voted Most Inspirational Player by his teammates his junior year. Made the Daily Herald All-Area Team senior year. Made the Mid-Suburban League All-Conference team. Made the All Conference Academic team senior season. Two-time conference champion in discus. Conference champion in shot put his senior year. IHSA Sectional Champion in shot put his junior year. Attended William Fremd High School in Illinois.
Personal: Biomedical sciences major. Son of Joanne Sontag. Born Dec. 31, 1987 in Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Better in the: Passing game.

30. Matt Allen – Texas A&M

Matt Allen – 70 Texas A&M 6-2 295

2010: Played in 12 games. Selected All-Big 12 Second Team for the 2010 college football season.
2009: Appeared in eight games, making six starts. Started the first six games at offensive guard, the first five on the right side and the K-State game (10/17) on the left. A second-team Academic All-Big 12 honoree.
2008: Sat out the season per NCAA transfer rules. Transferred following the spring semester in 2008.
2007: Spent the year at LSU. Served as a squad member with the Tigers in 2007. Did not see any game action.
2006: Spent the year with LSU. Redshirted as a true freshman in 2006.
High School: One of the top offensive line prospects in the nation and the state of Texas. Attended Klein Collins High School. Ranked 29th among all prospects in the state of Texas by Lone Star Recruiting. Cleared the path for former A&M running back standout Mike Goodson. Ranked as the nation's No. 37 offensive line prospect by CollegeFootballNews.com. SuperPrep All-Southwest Region and first-team All-Greater Houston. A first-team all-district selection at the talent-rich, class 5A Houston area school. Named a Top 12 finalist for the Houston Touchdown Club Player of the Year award. Coached by former A&M football assistant Ronnie Feldman.
Personal: Matthew David Allen is the son of David and Theresa Allen of Klein, Texas. Born June 9, 1988. University studies major with an emphasis in agriculture and life sciences.
Better in the: Passing game.

31. Chris Guarnero – California

Chris Guarnero – 54 California 6-2 270

2010: Played in 11 games. Selected All Pac-10 Honorable Mention for the 2010 college football season. Missed 1 games due to an ankle injury.
2009: An All-Pac-10 honorable mention choice and Pac-10 All-Academic honorable mention selection, as well as a Phil Steele 2009 Postseason All-Pac-10 Third-Team Offense pick. Started all 13 games at center after replacing first-team All-American Alex Mack as the team's starting center, moving back to the position after spending most of the 2008 campaign at guard. Named the nation's No. 39 draft-eligible center by Phil Steele.
2008: Started the first three games at left guard (vs. Michigan State, at Washington State, at Maryland) before a toe injury sidelined him for the rest of the season. Registered 2.5 pancake blocks and three knockdowns.
2007: Made his collegiate debut vs. Louisiana Tech. Was listed as Cal's backup center for every contest.
2006: Redshirted. Did not play. Shared Scout Team Player of the Year honors for the offense.
High School: The first player from Colorado to sign with the Bears under head coach Jeff Tedford. Considered one of the top players in the state (No. 3) as well one of the top guard prospects in the country (No. 19) by Rivals. Also a member of the Rivals 250 list for all positions and a four-star recruit by the organization. A SuperPrep and PrepStar All-America choice. Scout listed him among America's top 100 linemen. SuperPrep ranked him the No. 32 offensive lineman in the country, while Rivals had him as high as No. 17 in the final regional rankings. Played on state champion and state runner-up teams in his junior and senior seasons, respectively. Helped lead his team to a combined 24-4 record over his final two campaigns. Earned All-State and All-5A Centennial Conference honors as well as a selection to the All-State game as a senior. Had twice previously earned All-5A Centennial Conference recognition. Academic All-State honorable mention.
Personal: Full name is Chris Noel Tompek-Guarnero. Born December 18, 1987. Parents are Gary Guarnero and Trudy Tompek-Guarnero. Major is American Studies. Name is pronounced: (guar-NERR-o)
Better in the: Running game.