Sure-handed receiver will look to break into ASU’s ultra-deep rotation as a senior ... will likely contribute on special teams while adding depth to the receiving corps.

2007: Saw action in six games ... recorded a special-teams tackle in opening-round playoff win over James Madison.

2006: Appeared in five games, but did not compile any statistics.

2005: Appeared in six games ... made one catch, a 55-yarder in the waning moments of 49-17 win at Wofford.

2004: Redshirted ... excelled in the classroom as a member of ASU’s academic honor roll.


High School: Racked up over 200 receiving yards during two-year prep career ... coached by Derek Anderson ... versatile athlete made his mark throughout Andrews’ athletics programs, earning 10 varsity letters (four in golf, two apiece in football and basketball, one each in baseball and cross country) ... was an all-conference honoree in golf as a junior.

Personal: Full name is John Claiborne McKnight ... born May 29, 1986 (22 years old) ... son of Kay and David McKnight ... majoring in secondary education (history) ... aspires to teach and coach at the high-school level.