2006 (Fr.): Did not see any action during the season.

2005 (RS): Redshirted... Practiced with the scout team.

High School: A graduate of McPherson High School in McPherson, Kan.... Earned a total of six letters in wrestling and football for the Bullpups... Coached in football by David Payne... A second-team all-league selection at defensive end after junior and senior seasons... Finished third in the state wrestling meet as a senior and fourth as a junior.

Personal: Born in McPherson, Kansas... Undecided on major... Hobbies include sports and deep sea fishing... Son of Jill and Richard Archer... Has four brothers and sisters.

Favorites: Best part of football - Fun, hitting; Athlete - Lance Armstrong; Non-Sports Hero - Kyle Long; Movie - Knocked-up; TV Show - Friends