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2009 (Sophomore):
Played in each of the final 10 games of the season ... Earned his second varsity letter ... Recorded a tackle against NC State (Oct. 3) ... Moved to the defensive side of the ball after playing running back during his first two seasons. 2008 (Redshirt Freshman):
Reserve running back and kick returner ... Appeared in 10 games to earn his first varsity letter ... Had six carries for 66 yards on the season ... Had two carries each against Baylor, Duke and Virginia ... Ripped off a 55-yard run on his first collegiate carry at Baylor on Aug. 28 ... It was the longest run from scrimmage by a Deacon in 2008 ... Led the team in rushing vs. the Bears with 63 yards on two carries ... Averaged 13.9 yards on nine returns on the season ... Had a 31-yard kickoff return vs. Navy (Sept. 27).

2007 (True Freshman):
Played wide receiver on the scout team ... Moved to tailback during spring drills in 2008 ... Showed great speed during the spring.

Background:
A 2007 graduate of Carver High School in Winston-Salem ... First team all-state pick at defensive back by NCpreps.com ... Was sixth in the state with nine interceptions, returning one for a touchdown ... Also excelled in track where he was a member of Carver's 3A state champion 4x100 relay team.

Personal:
Majoring in sociology ... Given first name is Cornelius ... Has a twin sister Tasmin ... Born September 2, 1989.