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NEW MEXICO: Returning letterman at defensive tackle who has shown excellent potential in the middle...a smart, physical presence, he worked his way into the regular rotation last year and could be a future standout up front as he continues to improve his strength and gains experience...expected to play a big role this fall as the only experienced tackle behind starters Kendall Briscoe and Peter Gardner...La Cueva teammate Michael Muniz is a sophomore center for the Lobos...participated in kickboxing and mixed martial arts from age 12 until mid-2006. 2008 (SOPHOMORE): Played in 10 games, making his collegiate debut in week 3 vs. Arizona...helped spark the Lobos' upset of the previously undefeated Wildcats when he stepped in front of Willie Tuitama's screen pass and returned it 22 yards to the Arizona 11-yard line...it was the first snap of his college career...finished the year with 7 tackles, including a TFL and forced fumble vs. San Diego State (week 8)...3 QB hurries/hits as well, with 2 coming in the season finale at Colorado State. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2007 graduate of Albuquerque La Cueva High School...four-year starter and three-time all-state performer for the Bears at defensive tackle... played for head coach Fred Romero...started the last five games of his freshman season (2003) at offensive guard as the Bears won state at 13-0...moved to defensive tackle in 2004, earning all-state laurels...La Cueva again went 13-0 and took the state title...first team all-state DT in 2005-06 and he added second team all-state honors as a senior offensive guard. PERSONAL: Born March 27, 1989, in Shiprock, N.M....age is 19...full name is Brett Daniel Kennedy...son of Bryce and Kimberly...major is undeclared. |
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