After spending first three collegiate seasons on the defensive side of the ball, made the transition to tight end in the spring and will compete for the starting assignment at the position in the fall … was always considered a defensive line-linebacker ‘tweener on defense but his 6-2, 238-pound frame is ideal for tight end … will likely see significant action on special teams in addition to tight-end role.

2011: Saw action in four games (N.C. A&T, Savannah State, at The Citadel, Samford) … made first three tackles of his career in win over N.C. A&T, including being in on a stop behind the line of scrimmage … made first solo tackle of his career in win at The Citadel.

2010: Saw action in three games (Jacksonville, N.C. Central and Wofford) ... did not record any tackles.

2009: Redshirted.

High School: Ranked fourth in area with 105 tackles as a senior ... added three fumble recoveries and a forced fumble in final prep season ... a first-team all-region honoree and all-area selection by the Dalton Daily Citizen ... played for three seasons at Lakeside-Atlanta H.S. before transferring to Northwest Whitfield prior to his senior year ... helped lead squad to a 6-4 record in his only season at Northwest Whitfield ... coached by Mike Falleur.

Personal: Full name is Zachary Alexander Baker ... born Sept. 15, 1990 (turns 22 during season) ... son of Gregory Baker ... majoring in communication/public relations ... member of ASU athletics’ and Southern Conference academic honor rolls.