2009 Junior: Backup cornerback for the Bulldogs as a junior. Saw limited action in first two seasons at corner ... Expected to challenge for playing time in third season in 2009.

HIGH SCHOOL: Starting defensive back for Holy Cross High School in Flushing, NY ... Team went 8-3 in 2005 for coach Tom Pugh ... Lettered in football, baseball, track ... All-Borough (Queens) selection ... All-CHSFL League ... Senior All-Star game participant ... National Society for High School Scholars.

PERSONAL: Born September 7, 1989... Son of Stephan and Samantha Ellis ... Majoring in Business Administration and Finance.