As a sophomore: Became a key member of the Bulldogs' special teams unit ... Competed in eight games and recorded six tackles on the season.

As a freshman: Did not see action.

Before Bryant:  Starting defensive back and linebacker for coach Clinton Alexander at Woodberry Forest prep in Virginia ... Had 55 total tackles as a senior, averaging 7.1 tackles per game ... Team went 8-1 in each of the last two seasons and won the Virginia Prep League championship both years ... Lettered in football, basketball and track and participated in junior varsity lacrosse as a freshman ... Magna Cum Laude National Latin I exam.  

Personal: Son of John and Janice Abutu ... Born August 8, 1992 in Meriden, Conn. ... One sister Jennie ... Intends to major in Business Finance at Bryant.