About Mendenhall: Young defensive line prospect ... will push for time at defensive end ... could also gain playing time on special teams.
High School: Three-year letterman at Rogers High School ... captained the team as a senior ... also participated in track & field ... played defensive end and fullback on the gridiron ... recorded 50 tackles and 15 quarterback sacks as a senior ... blocked two kicks that season ... forced three fumbles ... scored three rushing touchdowns ... concentrated on 100 and 400-meter sprints, along with shot put and discus.
Personal: Given name is Dalton Gene Mendenhall ... parents' names are Craig and Sherry Mendenhall ... brother, serves as a private E-2 in U.S. Army ... major is udeclared.
