College: Was 2007 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference honorable mention all-conference selection at Adams State College in Alamosa, Colo. ... Recorded 47 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble and 1 fumble recovery during 2007 season ... Had 14 tackles, 2 sacks and 1 forced fumble during 2006 season.

High School: Was all-conference honorable mention selection at Smoky Hill High School in Aurora, Colo. ... Logged 53 tackles, 6 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 1 fumble recovery ... Also competed in basketball during freshman year.

Personal: Son of Deirdre Vaughn ... Has one sister, Tara ... Enjoys playing video games and weightlifting ... Plans to major in exercise science.