97	Scott Ekpe
	Class: Freshman Hometown: Lewisville, Texas High School: Lewisville HS Height / Weight: 6-4 / 275 Position: Defensive Tackle

Scott Ekpe Bio

OVERVIEW: Enrolled at the University of Minnesota in January • will take part in spring practice • rated as the No. 147 defensive tackle prospect in the nation and the No. 290 player in Texas by ESPN • listed as the No. 179 defensive end prospect in the nation by Scout.com • earned a two-star rating from Rivals.com, Scout.com and ESPN • consistently fights through double-teams • finds the ball well, despite numerous double-teams • good height and frame should allow for more weight • shows quick hands and has good pop off the ball • always gives effort and plays with high motor.

HIGH SCHOOL: Graduate of Lewisville High School • earned second-team All-District 8-5A honors as an offensive lineman as a senior • was a second-team All-District 8-5A defensive line choice following his junior season • tallied 30 tackles, three tackles-for-loss, one sack and three forced fumbles in 2010 • recorded 24 total stops, 2.5 tackles-for-loss, 0.5 sacks and one forced fumble as a senior • coached by Dick Olin.

PERSONAL: Scott Ekpe was born March 10, 1994 • son of Joel and Edith Ekpe.

Pronuciation Guide: ECK-pay