Erik Finklea Class: RS Sophomore Hometown: Cincinnati, OH High School: Woodward Height / Weight: 6-1 / 202 Position: Running Back

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SCOUTING REPORT: Moved to running back prior to preseason camp and emerged as the starter... was previously engaged in a battle for the starting job at SAM linebacker ... a talented player who possesses the necessary athleticism ... needs to mature physically and mentally, but coaches are high on his abilities.

2011: Started in Miami's opener at Missouri, rushing for a team-high 75 yards including his first career touchdown on a 10-yard carry in the third quarter.

2010: Earned his first varsity letter ... appeared in 13 games, recording eight tackles and one quarterback sack ... also forced a fumble in Miami's victory over Colorado State ... recorded two tackles each against CSU, Kent State and Akron.

2009: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: A four-year letter winner and two-time captain for the Woodward High football team ... squad compiled a perfect 10-0 record during the regular season, winning its league title ... he rushed for 1,415 yards and scored 19 touchdowns, earning his league's Offensive Player of the Year award ... a first-team all-city selection ... also lettered three times in track, clocking :10.8 in 100 meters ... prep coach was B.T. Sherman.

PERSONAL: Born December 13, 1989 ... son of Samuel and Tekeitha Woods ... he majors in health studies at Miami.