GENERAL: Joins the Pitt State program after one year at Hutchinson Community College... a talented athlete who will look to be an impact player for the Gorillas at defensive end this fall.

In Junior College: Redshirted in his only season at Hutchinson Community College (2007).

In High School: A standout performer at Norcross (Ga.) High School... recorded 80 tackles with 3.0 quarterback sacks and two fumble recoveries as a senior in 2006... logged 84 tackles and 5.0 quarterback sacks as a junior in 2005... helped his team to a pair of league titles and reach the third round of the state playoffs.

Personal: Born September 19, 1988... son of Walter and Thelma Jones... an undeclared major.