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2002 (Freshman): Worked his way in as the starting right guard midway through the season...coaches say his future with the program looks bright...involved in 304 snaps and his grade of 77 percent tied for third best among the linemen...had only one penalty called against him all season.

Clewiston High School: Two-year starter...All-Hendry/Glades area team...helped the Tigers to the 2001 district and regional football championships...went to the track and field district and regional meets and finished third in the region for the shot put and discus...threw 50-feet in the shot and 160-feet in the discus...bench presses 340 pounds...listed in Who’s Who in American High School Students...coached in football by Alberto Morrell.

Personal: Born September 7, 1983...nicknamed “D.J.”...son of Danny and Nancy O’Neal......also recruited by Eastern Michigan and Florida Atlantic...Criminal Justice major.