Getting to Know The “U” Freshmen – Olivier Vernon
Hometown: Miami, Fla.
Position: Defensive Line
Favorite Food: Chicken Parmesan
Young Jeezy is in my iPod right now
I’m a ‘Cane because: I was born a ‘Cane
My training camp roommate is: Jamal Reid
Favorite part about being at the U right now: Playing football
The first days of practice have been: Hot
Favorite post-practice thing to do: Eat a frozen fruit bar
Mike James keeps me laughing
I have learned so much from Eric Moncur, Adewale Ojomo and Marcus Robinson
My most freshman-like moment was when: I was late to workouts
If Allen Bailey was a running back, he would: Not be tackled by me
I have to admit I can: Be a bit of a PS3 video game freak
One thing I have taken from my mom’s Swiss heritage is: Love for Swiss chocolates, and I can speak a little bit of German.
Favorite sport besides football: Soccer and UFC
Toughest offensive lineman to face thus far in practice: Jason Fox
Allen Bailey or Orlando Franklin in tug-of-war: Allen Bailey