2012: Did not see action for A&M-Commerce.

2011: Saw action in seven games for A&M-Commerce, playing a number of different positions on the offensive line.

Prior to A&M-Commerce: Spent two seasons at the University of Louisiana-Monroe, appearing in one game ... Four year letterwinner at Canton High School ... Earned all-state, all-East Texas, all-county and all-district honors for the Eagles ... Helped lead Canton to three-straight playoff appearances for the first time in 40 years ... Two-time Offensive Lineman of the Year selection ... Coached by Gary Joe Kinne ... Also lettered twice in both track and field (shot put and discus) and powerlifting ... Academic all-district selection.

Personal: Born September 1, 1988 ... Son of Keith Burks and Diane Stringer ... Plans to major in business management.