2008 Football Signee

Ricky Cavanaugh

  • POSITION: LB
  • HEIGHT: 6' 2"
  • WEIGHT: 215 lbs.
  • CLASSIFICATION: Fr..
  • HOMETOWN: Austin, Texas
  • HIGH SCHOOL: LBJ


  • Lightning-fast defender has the ability to play linebacker or defensive end in college.
  • Uses excellent speed to wreak havoc on opposing offenses.
  • Versatile defender is a dominant force rushing the passer and in pass coverage.
  • Big-time playmaker can change a game on defense or special teams.

High School


  • Named the Texas Sports WriterÂ’s Association 4A Defensive Player of the Year.
  • Voted the District 17-4A Defensive Most Valuable Player.
  • Named to the Austin American Statesman First Team All-CenTex defensive line.
  • For his high school career, he tallied 186 tackles (111 solo) including 54 tackles for loss and 34.5 sacks while causing 10 fumbles and recovering five more.
  • Also blocked six kicks and scored five defensive touchdowns.
  • As a senior, Cavanaugh broke up 22 passes and returned two interceptions for touchdowns.

Personal


  • Ricky Cavanaugh is the son of Alanda Cavanaugh ... born July 4, 1990.