David Ellis

Recorded 115 tackles, 16 tackles-for-loss, six sacks, and two interceptions to go along with 11 receptions for 300 yards and four touchdowns as a senior tight end at Bishopville High School...never came off the field in 11 games as a senior, as he played offense, defense, and all special teams plays...Honorable Mention All-American by Southeastern Recruiting Alliance...All-State selection according to Coaches Association and High School Sports Report...#14 player in South Carolina by SuperPrep...played in the South Carolina North/South All-Star game...All-Area and All-Conference selection as a senior...started every game in his last two seasons on the varsity squad...recorded 110 tackles as a junior (did not play on offense)...from same hometown as former Tiger All-American and Major Leaguer Billy McMillon...coached by Lee Garner at Bishopville High School...played basketball as a sophomore and junior but did not play as a senior...chose Clemson over South Carolina and Tennessee...PERSONAL: Born Dec. 17, 1980.