Michael Toerper Class: RS Sophomore Hometown: York, Pa. High School: Central York Height / Weight: 6-1 / 185 Position: DB

2007 Scouting Report: Third-year walk-on defensive back who has contributed at both cornerback and safety during his career...slated to provide depth at strong safety this season...also a valued special teams contributor who lettered on those units last year...lauded for his work ethic and dedication.

2006: Played in 11 games to earn his first letter...playing time came exclusively on special teams...had five tackles on the season...had a season-high two tackles against West Virginia.

2005: Redshirted as a true freshman.

High School: First team all-county performer at Central York High...a standout receiver and defensive back...compiled 100 tackles and eight interceptions over his final two varsity seasons...had 73 receptions for 832 yards and seven touchdowns during that same span...earned three letters in football...played under Coach Brad Livingston...selected to play in the York vs. Lancaster "War of the Roses" All-Star Game...also played basketball and volleyball at Central York...Honor Roll student.

Personal: Michael Fredericks Toerper, born 6/9/86, is the son of Todd and Billie Jean Toerper...father lettered at Pitt from 1972-74 as a split end and was a teammate of Coach Dave Wannstedt...has two brothers...communication and rhetoric major.