D.J. Svabik Class: Senior Hometown: Van Wert, OH High School: Van Wert Height / Weight: 6-6 / 285 Position: Defensive Line

SCOUTING REPORT: Aims for his third varsity letter during his final season ... facing a battle to be one of the five defensive tackles who'll travel.

2009: He missed the last 10 games of the season due to a medical condition ... recorded single tackles in games vs. Kentucky and at Western Michigan.

2008: Played in 11 of Miami's 12 games ... was the starter at left tackle for the games against Charleston Southern, Northern Illinois, Bowling Green and Ohio ... recorded season-high three tackles against Temple.

2007: Appeared in 10 games ... recorded five tackles, including three solos at Colorado.

2006: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered two seasons as a defensive end and tackle, serving as team captain during his senior season ... senior year was cut short due a broken foot ... first-team all-conference as a senior ... selected to compete in Ohio's North-South All-Star Game ... coached by Jeff Hood, the brother of former Miami defensive coordinator Jay Hood.

PERSONAL: Born January 26, 1988 ... son of Paul and Laurel Svabik ... majoring in family studies.