Original walk-on wide receiver who is attending Clemson on the GI Bill...decorated war hero who served approximately 18 months (starting Jan. 26, 2007) in Iraq and one year in Afghanistan...served in the Army from 2006-10...achieved the military rank of Sargeant...involved in Battle of Kamdesh in Afghanistant on Oct. 3, 2009, when 300 Taliban insurgents battled with 38 U.S. troops; eight Americans lost their lives and 22 were injured, including Rodriguez, in one of the most violent battles in the war; he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal With Valor Device for his heroism at Kamdesh...his story has been featured on many national shows and programs.

Before Clemson:  Enrolled at Germanna Community College, which does not offer athletics, in the spring of 2011...named 2011 Southern Pigskin Person-of-the-Year...played three seasons (2003-05) at Brooke Point High School...played slot receiver, running back, cornerback, holder, quarterback, and returned kicks...his team reached the regional playoffs as a senior...played against many future NFL players who attended Virginia Tech, including Eddie Royal...played four seasons of basketball as a point guard...coached by Jeff Berry at Brooke Point High.

Personal:  His sister, Veronica, played volleyball and basketball at Tennessee Temple...majoring in political science...born Jan. 8, 1988.