Cornelius Ward Class: RS Junior Hometown: Ft. Washington, MD High School: Friendly Senior Height / Weight: 6-1 / 186 Position: Defensive Back

SCOUTING REPORT: A two-time letter winner, coaches moved him inside to play safety where he'll have a better opportunity to contribute.

2009: Appeared in six games, motching one tackle vs. Toledo in Miami's victory over the Rockets.

2008: Played in 10 of Miami's 12 games, starting the last two in the place of injured Jeff Thompson ... recorded at least one tackle in all but two games ... had six stops vs. nationally ranked Ball State, five tackles against Charleston Southern, and four stops each vs. Vanderbilt ... broke up two passes at Toledo.

2007: Redshirted.

HIGH SCHOOL: Posted 85 tackles, four interceptions, six pass deflections, two sacks and three forced fumbles while helping Friendly Senior High to a 2006 Division 3A State title ... garnered first-team all-league and all-county honors ... coached by George Earley.

PERSONAL: Born January 10, 1989 ... son of Darryl Ward ... majoring in family studies.