2012 (True Freshman): Did not see any action, redshirted to retain eligibility.

High School: Three-star recruit by Scout.com and ESPN ... No. 42-best DT prospect on ESPN and No. 67 on Scout.com ... Played in State 6A Championship game against West Monroe, recording 12 tackles ... Attended Carencro (La.) High School and played for Coach James Broussard ... Chose Miami over Texas A&M and Tennessee.