2012: Derek is a walk-on on the offensive line ... he's a versatile asset that has experience at guard and tackle ... could push for a role on special teams as well. 2011: Played in two games, Sacramento State and at Wisconsin ... came in against Sacramento State, along with Michael Beaton, when both starting guards went out with cramps and provided the block to get running back Malcolm Agnew into the end zone in the fourth quarter. 2010: Redshirt. SHELDON: Three-year letterman and two-year starter for a team that went 34-6 over three seasons ... first team All-Southwest Conference as a senior as an offensive lineman and second team as a defensive lineman ... played in the Les Schwab Bowl ... four-year letterman in wrestling as a heavyweight ... lettered one year in track throwing the shot put. PERSONAL: Born May 29, 1992 in Puyallup, Washington ... son of Dennis and Betty Nielsen ... has one brother, Brett ... Honor Roll student at Sheldon ... several former prep teammates playing college football ... chose OSU because of "the school, the overall feel for the program and the coaches ... majoring in business. |
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