A fifth-year lineman who adds depth at guard ... enters the fall as a backup at left guard.
As a Junior (2007): Served as a reserve at guard, playing in one game ... saw action vs. Villanova in the season opener ... saw quite a bit of action in the spring due to injuries on the offensive line.
As a Sophomore (2006): Did not see game action ... named scout team player of the week for his work in practice leading up to the William & Mary contest.
As a Redshirt Freshman (2005): Did not see game action ... named offensive scout team Player of the Week for his work in practice leading up to the Clemson game.
As a Freshman (2004): Redshirt season.
At Northwest High School: A three-year letterwinner who was named all-league and all-county as a senior ... honored as a member of the Northwest All-Half Decade Team ... selected as Most Improved Player in 2002 ... also lettered in track and field and wrestling ... coached by Randy Trivers.
Personal: Parents are Sonnie and Jim Oliver ... majoring in general business management.
