 He played for the Volunteers from 1996 to 1999 and was a three-year starter.He was a backup cornerback as a true freshman, making 17 tackles, 2 interceptions and 4 fumble recoveries (led the team).The next year, he started 10 out of 12 games, tallying 45 tackles (seventh on the team) and 4 interceptions (second on the team).