Washburn University Athletics

At Washburn: Enters the season as a starter at the right cornerback position after missing 12 games during the 2011 season … has appeared in 13 games recording 10 tackles and 11 kickoff returns for 222 yards averaging 20.2 yards per return.

In 2011: Played in only one game after injuring hamstring in fall camp and received a medical redshirt … had two tackles against Lincoln in the home opener.

In 2010: Played in all 12 games recording eight tackles with a season-high three against Central Missouri … also had 11 kickoff returns for 222 yards with a season-long 58-yard return against Nebraska Omaha … recorded three solo tackles on kickoff coverage units.

Background: A junior transfer for the Ichabods who finished with 38 total tackles with 33 solo stops and one tackle for loss with a conference-high 11 pass break ups while recording three interceptions … named team captain … as a freshman he was the regional champion in track in the 400-meters and named the Impact Newcomer of the Year … at Monsignor Pace High School in Miami, Fla., he was an all-county selection … an all-state selection in track in the 110-meters … played mainly on special teams as well as wide receiver and defensive back as a junior … advanced to the Junior Olympics in the 110-meter hurdles

Personal: Son of Joseph and Culette Rodriguez Jean … majoring in mass media.