A true freshman in 2009, Matt was not on the team a year ago...joined the squad in January...an aggressive and physical player, he will contribute heavily on all of Tech's special teams...provides depth at the middle linebacker position...listed on the depth chart at the Bull position...among the most consistent efforts on the practice field.

AT TECH -- (In 2008): Matt was not on the roster in 2008.

HIGH SCHOOL: A first-team All-State selection at Lincoln County High School...named all-region and voted the region's Offensive and Defensive MVP...had 123 total tackles as a senior and wrapped up his career playing in the East/West All-Star game...team captain, he was the team's overall MVP and Defensive MVP...named first-team All-Midstate...his junior season included second-team All-Midstate honors, all-region and regional Defensive MVP...named Lakeway Publishers Defensive Player of the Year as a junior and Player of the Year as a senior...also earned one letter on the wrestling team and one on the track & field squad.

PERSONAL: The son of Dale and Susanne Moran...birthdate is November 3, 1989...full name is Matthew Dale Moran...majoring in business.