Brian Palermo Class: RS Sophomore Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa. High School: Central Catholic Height / Weight: 5-8 / 215 Position: RB

2012: Appeared in three games... Made his first career appearance at home against New Mexico State (Sept. 8) and rushed for 16 yards on two carries... Saw action against Norfolk State (Sept. 22)... Had two carries for 13 yards against Louisiana-Monroe in the Independence Bowl.

2011: Redshirted.

Prior to Ohio: Served as team captain during his senior year... Earned three varsity letters during his prep career... Helped his team to an 11-1 record during his senior season... Played for head coach Terry Totten.

Personal: Son of Dorothy (Dee)... Born July 27, 1992... Has one younger brother Patrick and two older sisters (Katie and Annie)... His sister Katie attends Pittsburgh, while sister Annie is enrolled at John Carroll... Enjoys playing golf and video games... Lists the Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins and Pirates as his favorite professional teams... Expects to major in Business.