2009: Appeared in all 11 games as a freshman linebacker… finished the season with eight tackles (six solo), three of which came on Oct. 10 at Apprentice School… recovered one fumble against Kentucky Wesleyan on Oct. 31.

PRIOR TO LAKE ERIE: Played four seasons at Cambridge High School as a fullback and defensive back… also played outfield for the Bobcats baseball team and forward for the basketball team.

PERSONAL: Born on March 5, 1991… majoring in criminal justice… parents are Tim and Leslie Leppla.