Washburn University Athletics

At Washburn: Enters the season as one of two starting inside linebackers … will also see time on special team coverage units.

In 2009: Played in seven games recording three tackles with one tackle for loss … had a season-high two solo tackles against Missouri Southern on Sept. 12.

In 2008: Played in five games after joining the Ichabods for spring practice … recorded six tackles with three solo stops … five of the tackles came on special teams … had two solo tackles against Truman.

Background: A four-year letterman in football who earned all-state honors as a junior and senior and all-league accolades as a sophomore, junior and senior … a first team all-metro pick as a senior … a Kansas Shrine Bowl selection.

Personal:  Born Oct. 14, 1988 … son of Rick and Lesha Koch … majoring in physical education.