Arkansas State University

Former walkon that was awarded a scholarship at the conclusion of the 2003 season ... 2004: Played in 10 games, starting two games ... caught two passes for 20 yards ... used primarily as a blocker ... long play of 12 yards against Utah State ... 2003: Played in nine games, starting one ... recorded four receptions for 35-yards and one touchdown ... had one reception vs. four different teams ... longest play of 12-yards came against Southeast Missouri State ... touchdown came against Louisiana-Monroe ... 2002: Initially thought to be a redshirt candidate but earned playing time at the tight end position ... ended the season with three receptions for 15 yards and one touchdown ... the three catches led all tight ends ... played in 11 games, with three starts ... High School: Three-year letterman at White Station High ... played tight end as a senior, grabbing 28 passes for 300 yards and three touchdowns, leading all tight ends in the Memphis area ... played quarterback, finishing third in the league in passing as a junior ... named team’s MVP as a senior, the school’s “Athlete of the Year” ... played basketball on nationally ranked team ... averaged eight points and five boards ... tabbed “Defensive Player of the Year” on hoops team ... Miscellaneous: Born 1-17-84 ... majoring in management information systems ... is a drummer for his church ... member of the 2002 fall Athletic Director’s Honor Roll ... recruited by Tennessee Tech and Memphis ... son of Maurice and Sherry Burton.