Brock Dean Class: RS Freshman Hometown: Harrisburg, Pa. High School: Bishop McDevitt HS Height / Weight: 6-0 / 210 Position: Linebacker Experience: RS

As a Freshman (2012): Redshirted ... named scout team defensive player of the week for his efforts in preparation for the Georgia Tech (11/3) ... part of the travel roster for the Temple (9/8), West Virginia (9/22), and Virginia (10/13) games.

At Bishop McDevitt High School: One of the top prospects in the state of Pennsylvania ... the 36th-ranked player in the state, according to Rivals.com ... a two-time PIAA Class AAA All-State selection ... rated No. 62 nationally among middle linebackers by Scout.com ... the 48th-ranked player in the state by 247Sports.com ... finished his senior season with 92 tackles, including seven sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception and one rushing touchdown... selected to the 2011 Big 11 Football All-Star team ... helped lead the Crusaders to 2010 and 2011 PIAA Class AAA state final ... posted 93 tackles, including 18 for a loss, as a junior ... also returned an interception for a touchdown, had four forced fumbles and four pass breakups in 2010 when he earned all-conference and all-state honors ... also recruited by Pittsburgh and Temple ... coached by Jeff Weachter.

Personal: Born in Harrisburg, Pa. ... parents are Rick and Barb Dean ... has a sister, Lauren, and a brother, Ricky ... father wrestled at Lock Haven University ... enjoys working on muscle cars with his father... plans to major in business management.