Furman: Emerged from spring practice listed as the backup to projected starting left tackle Ryan Lee...began his career at defensive tackle before making the switch to offense. 2008 -- Made his collegiate debut in the Paladins' 62-14 season opening win over Mars Hill, grading out 80.0 on 15 plays. 2007 -- Member of scout team...awarded redshirt and extra year of eligibility.

High School: 2007 graduate of Flowery Branch (3A) High School...football coach was Lee Shaw...saw action at defensive tackle, offensive tackle, and offensive guard...two-year starter...two-time first team All-Hall County selection...registered 64 tackles, including 11 for-loss, and one sack in 2006 in helping Flowery Branch to a 7-AAA sub-region championships and state Sweet 16 playoff appearance...team knocked off No. 2-ranked Gainesville during the regular season.

Personal: Full name is McKenzy Jaron Opio...son of Jill Turner and Julius Opio...born March 10, 1989, in Gainesville, Georgia...has two brothers, Maurice and Kevin, and two sisters, Sicili and Jasmine...biology major.