96 A.J. Portee Class: RS Senior Hometown: Austell, Ga. High School: Mays Height / Weight: 6-4 / 237 Position: Defensive End Birthdate: 10/03/1989

Saw his first collegiate playing time in 2009 and will look for more on the defensive line this year.

2009: Played in six games as a reserve and on special teams ... Had one tackle on the season, coming against USF (Dec. 5).

High School: Named second-team all-state as a senior ... A first-team all-area and all-conference selection in 2007 ... Made 48 solo tackles as a senior, 17 of which were for a loss including 11 sacks ... Team captain.

Personal Profile: Artesza L. Portee ... Born on October 3, 1989 ... An exploratory major.