2006: Saw action in 10 games, including three starts on the offensive line.

Previous College: A two-year starter at Itawamba Community College . . . selected to play in the Mississippi Junior College All-Star Game.

High School: A three-year starter at Tupelo High School . . . named All-Area and All-Region as a senior . . . named his team's Most Valuable Offensive Lineman.

Personal: Born Feb. 6, 1986 . . . son of Kenny and Donna Castles . . . majoring in secondary education.