Bio

Returning starter at defensive tackle who has the potential for postseason honors … Possesses mix of mobility and strength … Took significant strides last year, according to the coaching staff, and they expect continued improvement this fall … 2007: Led Wooster’s defensive linemen with 36 tackles, registering five-plus in four games … Came up with career-high six tackles against Waynesburg (Sept. 8), including a six-yard sack … Also had a solo sack the next game at Case Western Reserve (Sept. 22) … Blocked a fourth-quarter punt against Wabash (Oct. 27), in addition to four solo tackles against the NCAC champs … 2006: Played in every game as part of the defensive tackle rotation, recording 11 tackles … Recovered a fumble in the second quarter of the Hiram game (Oct. 14) … Season-high three tackles, including one for a loss, came against rival Wittenberg (Sept. 30) … 2005: Steadily worked his way into the defensive line rotation, appearing in exactly half of the Scots’ games … Produced five tackles, including three in the season finale against Ohio Wesleyan (Nov. 12) … One of seven freshmen to earn a varsity letter … Prior to Wooster: Garnered all-state and first-team all-conference honors as a senior lineman at Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School, helping the Vikings to a state championship and the first 16-0 season in state history … Tallied 68 tackles, 5.0 sacks, and four forced fumbles … Three-year letterwinner in football and also competed in track & field … Personal: Born Jan. 22, 1987 … Son of Patrick and Jeannie Byrne … Majoring in studio art.