On Tyler: Backup who can see time at either guard or center … a solid performer who missed portions of last year due to injury … fractured his right fibula prior to fall last year … has strong knowledge of entire line's assignments and calls … graduated in August of 2002 with a degree in economics.

2002 (Junior): Participated in seven games … composite grade for the season (1.34) was the highest among Maryland linemen … finished the season with three “big blocks” in 35 plays with no penalties, no missed assignments and no sacks allowed … (at UNC) … earned his highest grade of the season in a season-high 16 plays … had one “big block.”

2001 (Sophomore): Played in four games … most extensive action came against Duke and Eastern Michigan as he was in on 16 plays in each game … had just one missed assignment in 44 plays on the season.

2000 (Redshirt Freshman): Saw action in one game at guard (versus Wake Forest).

1999 (Freshman): Redshirt season.

High School: A 1999 graduate of Delsea High School in Franklinville, N.J. ... named South Jersey Lineman of the Year as a senior ... was a first team all-state and a first team all-league choice ... named an honorable mention All-American by USA Today ... was chosen to the elite Super 100 team in the state of New Jersey ... played guard on offense and tackle on defense ... was also an outstanding wrestler.

Personal: Edward W. Tyler was born July 11, 1981 ... son of Collett and Ed Tyler ... majoring in economics … a Maryland scholar-athlete from 1999-2001.

Ed Tyler Class: Senior Hometown: Franklinville, N.J. High School: Delsea Height / Weight: 6-3 / 293 Position: Offensive Guard Birthdate: 07/11/1981 Experience: 1V