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2008 (Redshirt Freshman):
Reserve running back and kick returner as a redshirt freshman ... 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 eight returns on the season ... Had two kickoff returns including a 31-yarder 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.
