As a freshman: Did not see action ... Named to the NEC Academic Honor Roll.

Before Bryant: A 2011 graduate of Franklin High, Simon helped the Panthers to their first Hockomock League championship in 27 years ... Team went 11-0 before falling in the state semi's ... Earned two varsity letters in football and baseball ... Captained baseball team as a senior and led the Panthers to a sectional championship and No. 2 ranking in the state postseason rankings ... Also involved in Peer Mentoring and Peer Leadership.

Personal: The son of Kathy and Lewis Simon, Daniel Simon was born on April 21, 1993 ... Has two sisters, Lyndsay and Erika.