Strong defensive end entering his fifth season. ... Has been a starter since he was selected in the first round (19th overall) of the 1998 NFL draft by the Packers. ... Versatile, can play inside as well. ... Has started last two seasons as team’s ‘power’ defensive end on left side. ... In 2001, he started all 16 games for the second time as a pro (also 1999), along with opening in both playoff contests. Led the club's defensive linemen in tackles (sixth overall) with a career-high 81 and ranked second among Green Bay defenders with 7 sacks (one shy of his career best).

College

Was a four-year letter winner (1994-97) at the University of North Carolina, starting the last two-and-a-half years. ... Played in 46 games with 28 starts for the Tar Heels. ... Totaled 162 tackles (83 solo), including 11 sacks and 28 for loss, plus 6 forced fumbles and 11 passes defensed. ... Appeared in four bowl games, including two starts, during his four years in Chapel Hill.