Eric Heideloff Class: Senior Hometown: Middleburg Heights, OH High School: Padua Height / Weight: 6-2 / 230 Position: DE

Heideloff enters 2004 projected to start at end after lettering the last two years in a backup role. Last year, he played in all 11 games. He had 11 hits (5 solo), with one tackle in the backfield and one forced fumble. He earned his first letter as a sophomore, playing in all 12 games. He had 10.5 tackles, with one sack and a QB pressure. He is a three-time member of the PFL Academic Honor Roll. His brother Ryan is a sophomore defensive tackle at UD.

PERSONAL Son of Larry and Katie Heideloff...Born on January 10, 1983...Majoring in Leadership...In high school, he was captain, first team all-league and First Team All-Northeast Ohio for Padua. He was also first team all-league in baseball and a member of the National Honor Society. A Presidential Scholar, he is fluent in Spanish.