I want to stay close to home, stay in Florida. USF is an up-and-coming program. They play in a BCS conference. They go to bowl games.

We know we have to play better at home, but overall we need to play better. We're going on a long road trip next week, and these two games at home are very important. We have to defend our home ice and bring a lot of energy to these two games.

A big relief. I was so happy. They were my No. 1 choice. I went up there (on a recruiting trip), and everything felt right.

They're keeping me at tight end and seeing if I get bigger. If I get bigger, they'll move me to tackle.

No, it wasn't just that one game. I love the coaches, coach Leavitt, he's so positive and energetic. I love that in a coach.

It was hard on me, especially not being able to play, and you put being away from home on top of that.