Year: Senior

Positions: Offensive line/defensive line

Height: 6-foot-5

Weight: 280 pounds

Question: How did you first start playing football?

Answer: I started playing in second grade. Back when I was skinnier, I played quarterback for a few years.

Q: What do you like most about playing football?

A: Getting the big hits that change the momentum of the game.

Q: What is your favorite part of game night?

A: My favorite part is when we run on to the field and go out for starting lineups. It gets my adrenaline pumping in my veins.

Q: What is your favorite football memory?

A: Last year when we played Bellingham, it was a close game at half, but in the third quarter our offense came out and exploded, putting up 35 points in that quarter alone. It was a good night for our team.

Q: What is your favorite play to run on game night and why?

A: My favorite play is a Counter 5. This play is great, because I pull around the formation and get a running start at a smaller linebacker or safety filling the hole.

Q: Who is the funniest guy on your team and why?

A: The funniest guy would have to be Cole Muder, or Baby Mudder as we all call him. He always has a way to make the team laugh.

Q: What is your usual/favorite pregame meal?

A: I always get a chicken sandwich from Subway before every game.

Q: Do you have any pregame rituals/superstitions?

A: Listen to "Till I Collapse" by Eminem.

Q: Is there a reason you chose your jersey number?

A: One of my favorite players to watch in the NFL is Brian Urlacher for the Chicago Bears. I really like the way he plays and carries himself. That's why I represent No. 54.

Q: What position, other than the ones you currently play, would you like to try and why?

A: I would want to play quarterback. I think it's cool how they control the flow of the game and get the ball every play. They are the leaders of the offense.

Q: What drill do you dislike running the most in practice?

A: Pursuit drill.

Q: Do you root for the Huskies or Cougars and why?

A: I'm a Cougars fan, because that Husky purple is just ugly. I think WSU can take the Apple Cup at home this year.

Q: Who is your favorite NFL player and why?

A: Michael Vick is my favorite player. He has to be one of the most exciting players on the field. When he is in the game, there is potential for a big play every time. Plus he is on Philadelphia, the best team in the NFL.

Q: What do you think is the best sports movie and why?

A: "Friday Night Lights" hands down. No other movie captures high school football the way that movie does. It's an inspirational movie.

Q: What other sports do you like to play?

A: I like to play basketball.

Q: What do you plan to do after you are done with high school?

A: I want to go to Washington State University and get a degree in Sports Management.

Q: What other hobbies do you have?

A: I love to snowboard. Being up on the mountain, you just feel like you are in another world.

Q: What is the most played song on your iPod?

A: "Take a Little Ride" - Jason Aldean.

Q: What is your favorite TV show and why?

A: "Impractical Jokers." The guys on that show are hilarious.

Q: What is your favorite video game?

A: It's all about NBA 2K and NCAA Football.

Q: What is your most favorite and least favorite class in school and why?

A: My favorite class is economics, because you learn stuff that you can actually use for the rest of your life. My least favorite class is art - I have no artistic ability at all.

Q: What is your favorite Tweet to follow, and why?

A: Reggie Bush. He always has something good to say even after a tough loss.

Reach DAVID RASBACH at david.rasbach@bellinghamherald.com or call 715-2271.