Athletic offensive lineman will compete for playing time as a redshirt freshman … could also see time on special teams, particularly on PAT/field goal units.

2011: Redshirted.

High School: A 2010 Tennessee 2A all-state honoree ... one of three finalists for 2010 Tennessee Class AA Mr. Football Lineman of the Year award ... two-time all-county and all-district selection ... helped lead Alcoa to state championships and a 44-1 overall record in three years as a starter ... helped pave the way for an offense that averaged 46.1 points per game and 13.9 yards per rush as a senior ... participated in 2010 Tennessee East vs. West All-Star Classic ... coached by Gary Rankin. 

Personal: Full name is Derek Michael Evans ... born June 18, 1992 (19 years old) ... son of Kim and David Evans ...father, David, was an all-conference football player at Maryville College ... brother, Brock, was an all-conference football player at Union College and now serves as a graduate assistant coach at Union ... is the second of four siblings (all brothers) ... enjoys playing paintball ... majoring in business with a construction management minor ... member of ASU athletics’ academic honor roll.