University of South Alabama Athletics

Jaguar Highlights: Joined the program in time to participate in spring drills.

As A Junior (2009): Had to sit out the season due to NCAA transfer rules.

Mississippi College Highlights (2007-08): Played in three contests with one start in 2008 as the Choctaws ended the year 5-5 overall and 5-3 in the American Southwest Conference ... Finished his freshman campaign as the starting center on an experienced line, helping MC go 8-2 with a 6-2 league mark.

High School Highlights: Earned three letters at Theodore HS ... Was a second-team all-region selection as a senior after grading out at 85 percent ... Helped the Bobcats to a berth in the state 6A playoffs.

Personal: Full name is Chad Dameron Orrell ... Born Feb. 5, 1989, in Theodore, Ala. ... Son of Matt and Donna Orrell ... Youngest of four boys ... Favorite movie is “300” ... Favorite book is “The Hatchet” ... Favorite team is the New Orleans Saints ... Favorite player is Brian Urlacher ... Favorite musical artist is Dave Matthews ... Favorite subject is history ... Enjoys hunting and fishing in his spare time ... A business administration major.