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A rugged blocker, he’s utilized both as a tight end and a fullback...Can also contribute on special teams...First enrolled at USF in January 2002.

SOUTH FLORIDA – 2004: Started nine games, lining up six times at tight end, and three times at fullback...Had six catches for 70 yards...Contributed three catches for 45 yards in win over East Carolina (Nov. 13)...Played in all 11 games.

2003: Won Green & Gold Pride Award at USF Banquet as the top walk-on...Played in all 11 games with three starts as USF rarely opened with a tight end or fullback...Had one tackle on special teams.

2002: Played in five games...Had no carries, but did pick up one tackle.

P.K. YONGE HIGH SCHOOL – A 2001 graduate.

PERSONAL – Born June 20, 1983...Son of Terry Ruegger and Jean Epling...Had taken classes at Florida International and Santa Fe Community College prior to enrolling at USF...Given name is Michael James Ruegger.