Quincy Okolie

Position:
Defensive End
Height:
6-6
Weight:
240
Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
West Palm Beach, FL
High School:
Palm Beach Central HS

A former tight end, who moved to defensive end in the spring ... Coaches fell in love with his athleticism and ability as a speed rusher ... Physical presence that is just finally growing into his body.

2007: Earned time in eight games at tight end as a reserve ... Had one catch in the Sun Bowl.

2006: Utilized redshirt season.

PALM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL: Honorable mention all-county in Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel ... High school program was in just its third season in 2005 ... Had five catches for 40 yards for a team that completed just 50 of 135 attempts on the season.

PERSONAL: Born September 9, 1988 ... Last name is pronounced Oh-Co-lee ... Raised by Carmelle Marcelin ... Three sisters Alexandra, Francesca and Stefania ... Last name is of African descent ... Mother is of Haitian descent.