University of South Alabama Athletics

Jaguar Highlights: Begins preseason camp projected to return kickoffs ... Can also contribute as a wideout ... Caught a 15-yard touchdown pass just over a minute into the final quarter of the annual spring game to help clinch the win for the Red team.

As A Freshman (2015): Redshirted his first season at the collegiate level ... Earned the coaches’ weekly offensive scout team award following the Jaguars’ win at eventual Mountain West Conference champion San Diego State.

High School Highlights: Earned letters in football and track at Lyman High ... Had six catches for 206 yards in best game for the Greyhounds.

Personal: Full name is Deshawn Ranard Applewhite ... Born Aug. 8, 1996, in Longwood, Fla. ... Son of Andre Applewhite and Kristina Dixon ... Is the third of six children ... Favorite movie is “Friday” ... Favorite teams are the New York Jets and Cleveland Cavaliers ... Favorite athletes are LaDainian Tomlinson and LeBron James ... Favorite musical artist is Future ... Favorite foods are hot wings, spaghetti and Caesar salad ... Favorite subjects are math and social studies ... Enjoys basketball and track in his free time ... Major is sports and recreation management.