He was the first verbal commitment of Clemson's 2012 recruiting class. Played at the US Army National Combine. As a junior, graded out at 80 percent and had 27 pancake blocks. Attended Clemson's junior day in march. He was an all-state selection by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association and a first-team PrepXtra player. Committed on 2/03/2011. Class of 2012 ESPNU 150 Watch List Recruit.