Jonah Pirsig
	Class: Freshman Hometown: Blue Earth, Minn. High School: Blue Earth Area HS Height / Weight: 6-9 / 295 Position: Offensive Tackle

Jonah Pirsig Bio

OVERVIEW: Ranked as the No. 4 player in the State of Minnesota by Rivals.com • listed as the No. 35 offensive tackle in the nation by Scout.com • rated the No. 48 offensive tackle and the No. 4 player in Minnesota by ESPN • earned a three-star ranking from Rivals, Scout and ESPN • listed as the No. 15 prospect in the Midwest by Super Prep magazine • MaxPreps' Tom Lemming rates him the No. 198 overall prospect and the No. 24 offensive tackle in the country • huge frame should be capable of handling even more bulk with time in collegiate strength program • dominant blocker in high school • also played defensive end, but projects on the offensive side of the ball in college • good balance, agility and flexibility for his size • good blocking base and leg drive • creates good running lanes by walling off defenders • aggressive finishing attitude • agility and wingspan are assets in pass protection.

HIGH SCHOOL: Currently attends Blue Earth Area High School• helped lead team to a 10-2 record and a berth in the state quarterfinals • paved the way for an offense that racked up 4,655 yards during the 2011 campaign • selected to take part in the Semper Fidelis and Offense-Defense All-American Bowls • named first-team all-state by the Associated Press and the Pioneer Press • finalist for Minnesota Mr. Football award • named Area Player of the Year by the Fairmont Sentinel • two-time all-area selection • two-time all-South Central Conference honoree • coached by Randy Kuechenmeister.

PERSONAL: Jonah Pirsig was born May 4, 1993 • son of David and Kristin Pirsig.

Pronunciation Guide: PURSE-ig