Big cornerback who has learned under three-time first-team all-Mountain West performer Leon McFadden ... Worked his way up to the top spot at left cornerback heading into the fall.
2012: Played in the first four games of the season, primarily on special teams ... Did not record a stat ... Appearances came at Washington and home games vs. Army, North Dakota and San Jose State.
2011: Played in eight games during the season, including the final seven, primarily on special teams ... Did not register a stat ... First career game came against TCU ... Then saw action against Wyoming, New Mexico, Colorado State, Boise State, UNLV, Fresno State and Louisiana-Lafayette.
2010: Did not see action, redshirting the campaign.
High School: Versatile player at Mission Bay High School, seeing time as arunning back, wide receiver, defensive back, kick returner, punt returner andpunter ... Named a first-team defense all-Western League selection after hissenior season ... Caught 31 passes as a receiver for 611 yards and ninetouchdowns ... Helped the Buccaneers to a 13-0 record in 2009 after going 6-5-1in 2008 ... A three-star recruit by Rivals.com.
Personal: Born Sept. 9, 1992, in San Diego, Calif. ... Son of Sherele Keels ... Was also recruited by Colorado State, Oregon and Utah State ... Is studying communications.