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Fresno State: A great athlete who is expected see a lot of action in the Bulldog secondary over the next three seasons ... will compete for a starting spot at cornerback during his sophomore season ... played well in his first year in the program on defense and special teams ... brings speed and toughness to the position ... reminds coaches of a young Marcus McCauley. (2006) Had seven tackles in 12 games of action as a special teams player and in nickel and dime packages ... had one pass deflection.
High School: Despite not playing football his junior season, this talented two-way player helped lead West High to a Section title ... a versatile athlete who led the squad with 43 receptions for 901 yards and eight touchdowns, fourth-most yards in Kern County ... averaged 21 yards per reception ... had two carries for 53 yards and a 38-yard touchdown ... on defense, he had 52 total tackles, six interceptions with 170 return yards, blocked two punts and six field goals ... had one blocked punt and two blocked field goals against South High ... led West to a 12-1 record and section championship win over Tulare Union ... select first-team all-area as a defensive back.
Personal: Born April 4, 1988 in Bakersfield, Calif. ... parents' names are Tahlia Orange and Anthony Jefferson ... prefers to go by the name A.J. ... enjoys playing video games and sleeping ... admires his grandfather because he inspires him to do what is best.
