Aug. 10, 2005
SAN DIEGO - Tobias Shanks is an athletic player from Mississippi who will compete for playing time this season with the Aztecs corps of wide receivers. Shanks was a two-way standout for the Port Gibson High Blue Wave. During his senior season, he hauled in 22 receptions for 568 yards and scored 10 touchdowns. Shanks also starred as a defensive back, intercepting five passes. He visited with goaztecs.com during the first week of practice.
Name:Tobias Shanks Year: Freshman Position: Wide Receiver Height: 6-2 Weight: 175 Hometown: Port Gibson, Miss. High School: Port Gibson
Tobias Shanks on:
The first two days of practice:
They've been good so far. I was nervous at first, being far from home, but I love it now.
Choosing SDSU:
It's a good Division I school playing against top-ranked teams. I just felt it was a good place to come and get away from Mississippi.
San Diego:
I love the weather out here. Mississippi's just hot.
The Aztec coaching staff:
They've been really nice so far.
Goals for the 2005 season:
I just want to keep up with my studies and have a chance to perform out on the field.
His Favorite NFL player:
Terrell Owens
Favorite food:
Pizza
Favorite CD:
Young Jeezy
What he does when he's not on the football field:
Study my playbook