Moves to the offensive line afterspending last season as a defensive tackle ... Is a favorite to start at offensive tackle. 2002: Played in 11 games, starting five at defensive tackle ... made 17 tackles on the season, including four for a loss ... also broke up two passes ... had a season-high four tackles at Georgia Southern (Nov. 2) and tallied three against Elon (Oct. 19). 2001: Saw action in eight games as a reserve on the offensive line. 2000: Played in six games ... first collegiate start at Chattanooga (11/11). 1999: Did not see game action. High School: Played at Tate High School. Personal: Son of David Pierce and Judy Chaunpaghe.