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Selected as a fourth round (117th pick overall) draft choice by Atlanta in 2010.
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Selected as a fourth round (117th pick overall) draft choice by Atlanta in 2010.
2011 (Falcons)
Started his first career game at center in place of injured-veteran ToddMcClure against Chicago (9/11). Member of an offensive line that assisted in producing 138 rushing yards vs. Philadelphia (9/18). Saw action on special teams at Tampa Bay (9/25). Saw action at center and on special teams at Seattle (10/2). Started at center vs. Green Bay (10/9). Saw action on special teams vs. Carolina (10/16). Saw action on offense and special teams at Detroit (10/23). Started at right guard at Indianapolis (11/6) and helped pave the way for a rushing attack that produced 163 yards on the ground. Part of an offensive line that helped protect for QB Matt Ryan, who threw for a career-high 351 yards vs. New Orleans (11/13). Member of an offensive line that did not allow a sack vs. Tennessee (11/20). Started at right guard and protected for QB Matt Ryan, who recorded a passer rating of 128.8 vs. Minnesota (11/27). Member of an offensive line that did not allow a sack at Houston (12/4). Protected for QB Matt Ryan, who threw for 320 yards and four touchdowns at Carolina (12/11). Part of an offensive line that protected for QB Matt Ryan, who recorded a season-high 137.3 passer rating vs. Jacksonville (12/15). Started at right guard and helped protect QB Matt Ryan, who threw for a career-high 373 yards at New Orleans (12/26). Helped pave the way for RB Michael Turner, who rushed for 172 and two touchdowns vs. Tampa Bay (1/1).
College
Competed in 47 career games with 33 starts at UNLV as a center and right guard. Started every contest as a junior and senior (2008-’09). A talented blocker who was a leader on the offensive line throughout his collegiate career. Won the Rebel Spirit Award, given to the senior who showed the most toughness, positive attitude and strong commitment to his teammates. Did not give up a sack at his position all season.
Personal
Attended Esperanza High School in Anaheim, California and was a three-year letterwinner for the Aztecs.
