Played both offensive line and defensive line for Salem Hills High School
Named to Deseret News 5A All-State First Team
His senior year he tallied 50 total tackles with 12 sacks, six tackles for loss and one fumble recovery that he returned for a touchdown
Mom played basketball for BYU, his dad played basketball at Boise State while his grandpa played football there and his brother and sister both play college basketball
Coached by Harry Schwenke
Was also recruited by Idaho State, Weber State, Utah State and Boise State