2006: Saw action in one game...named a 2006 Josten's Scholar-Athlete...2005: Played in three games as a reserve linebacker and special teams performer...had two tackles each against Tiffin and Drake...named to the PFL Academic Honor Roll and the Butler Athletic Director's Honor Roll...2004: Saw action in seven games during his initial season...had two tackles each against Drake and Dayton...named to the PFL Academic Honor Roll and the Butler Athletic Director's Honor Roll...Personal: Journalism major...born 7/19/85...son of Jim and Mary Beth Hess...High School: All-Area linebacker at Benet Academy...all-conference and all-city performer...team captain and Defensive MVP as a senior...recorded 76 solo tackles and 131 total tackles in final high school season...Scholar-Athlete recipient...earned two varsity football letters...High School Coach: Gary Goforth.