[edit] Guide Note:
Vernon Gholston is a college Defensive Lineman, currently playing with the Ohio State Buckeyes. He has entered into the 2008 NFL Draft. predicted to be in the top 10.
[edit] Versatile Player:
Gholston has played linebacker and changed to defensive lineman in his senior year at High School. Being able to play different positions will help in the drafting.
[edit] Setting Records for the Buckeyes:
While playing with Ohio he tied two previous records for quarterback sacks in a game, and 2 weeks later he had three sacks against their rivals the Michigan Wolverines enabling them to win the game. Gholston is one of two players that have sacked All-American Jake Long.He won the Chuck Bednarik Award given to the best defensive collegiate football in the country. Also received The Ted Hendricks Award award for being the best college defensive end.was selected for the College Football All-America Team.
[edit] Fast Facts:
- Born: June 5, 1986
- Birth Place: Detroit, Michigan
- Was lettered in football at Cass Technical High School
- Junior at Ohio State
- 3 year Starter for Ohio State University
- 2007: watch-list candidate for Chuck Bednarik Award
- 2007: watch-list candidate for Ted Hendricks Award
- 2007: College Football All-America Team
