Springfield College

A standout student-athlete in both football and wrestling while at Springfield College

Amassed an impressive 203 tackles, 30.5 tackles for loss and 14.5 sacks

Was named the team’s MVP as a freshman in 1981

In 1983, led the team in sacks and tackles for loss, earning a spot on the AP All-America First Team

Was recognized as an Associated Press and Kodak All-America Second Team selection and was named the Varsity Defensive MVP during the 1984 season

A two-time First Team All-ECAC and New England All-Region honoree

Named Springfield College Athlete of the Year during his junior season

Following collegiate success, played linebacker for the New York Jets from 1987 to 1988 before continuing a career overseas with Italy’s Padova Saints

Playing both offense and defense for the Saints, led the team to its second consecutive championship as a coach in 1988