Big, strong, physical runner who does not avoid contact...Played in five games last season and rushed for 95 yards on 27 carries...All-conference selection at running back at Westmoore High School where he played for SWOSU graduate Mike Whaley...

Personal: Born Jan. 18, 1987...Parent is Helen Holmes...Has a younger brother, Patrick (17)...Majoring in finance...Favorite player is Ladainian Tomlison...Hopes to become a sports agent after graduation.