One of the most highly regarded dual-threat quarterbacks in the nation as a member of the 2008 recruiting class • signed with the Gophers in February 2008, but enrolled in January 2009 • can make big plays with both his arm and legs • possesses the size and arm strength to throw the ball down the field and the athleticism to make a big play when protection breaks down • rated as a four-star prospect by Rivals • also the No. 3 dual-threat quarterback in the nation and the No. 1 player in the state of Indiana by Rivals • received four stars from Scout, which ranks him as the nation’s No. 14 high school quarterback • ESPN.com’s No. 13 quarterback nationally • selected to participate in the Elite 11 Quarterback Camp • played in the prestigious U.S. Army All-American Bowl, completing 3-of-7 passes for 56 yards and a touchdown, while rushing for 41 yards and a TD.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Ben Davis High School, where he was a three-year starter • missed the majority of his senior season after suffering a broken bone in his non-throwing arm • saw action in just five games during 2007, including three after returning from the injury • connected on 26 of 41 passes for 376 yards and three touchdowns • also rushed for 302 yards on 64 carries with four TDs and caught five passes for 86 yards and a score • completed 73 of 140 passes for 1,113 yards and 12 touchdowns as a junior, while rushing for 603 yards and seven touchdowns on 127 carries • earned honorable mention Class 5A all-state honors • won the Giants’ starting quarterback job midway through his sophomore year in 2005 and ended the season with 959 yards passing • coached by Coach Mike Kirschner.

PERSONAL: Born November 7, 1990 • son of Lisa and Donald Gray.