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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born: | October 30, 1987 Clinton, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Weight: | 310 lb (141 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Homestead High School |
| College: | Wisconsin (2006–2007) Kansas (2008–2010) |
| Position: | Offensive lineman |
| Undrafted: | 2011 |
| Career history | |
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| Player stats at PFR | |
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