Brendan Bledsoe - #65
Redshirt Freshman - C/OG
6'4 - 283
Jacksonville, FL
Episcopal HS

The loss of 1998 co-captain Seth Huber opened the center position. With veteran Kyle Porter slated to assume that role, Brendan Bledsoe will provide a competitive push for the job in practice, while improving his blocking technique. He has been touted by the coaches as a high-potential player on the line and will play a larger role in years to come. Bledsoe may spend the season at guard if senior Chris Gates takes over backup center responsibilities. 1998: Redshirt season. High School: Intimidating athlete at Episcopal High, lettering four times in football and track and twice in basketball...was dominant on both sides of the ball, earning three-time All-Conference selection (1995-97) in football...finished as state runner-up for the shot put during senior year. Personal: Born March 16, 1980...full name is James Brendan Bledsoe...an Eagle Scout who lived up to the distinction by performing over 1100 community service hours...hopes to become a trainer for a professional sports team and majors in NU's highly acclaimed Athletic Training program...Class of 2003.