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2007 (Freshman): Spent the season on the scout team and progressed throughout the season going against FIU’s first team.

Dr. Phillips High School: Recognized as a sideline to sideline player and an explosive hitter...third-team 6A all-state defensive lineman who led Dr. Phillips with 115 tackles, 65 solo, 12 sacks, two interceptions and two touchdowns as a senior...a two-star prospect by Rivals.com and the nationally-ranked No. 30 OLB by ESPN.com...an honorable mention All-Orange County performer as a junior with 115 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 17 sacks and two interceptions...also caught two passes as a tight end for 36 yards and two touchdowns...member of the Honor Roll his senior year.

Personal: Born August 17, 1988...son of Ricky Sr. and Rae Booker...has two older brothers, Kevin and Kyle Booker...related to NFL players Marty Booker and Lorenzo Booker...majoring in physical education...chose FIU over interest from schools including Auburn, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisville, Pittsburgh and UCF.