Academic Notes: Majoring in sociology with minors in criminology and criminal justice …Graduated with a 3.3 GPA…2009: Redshirted…Missed season with wrist injury…2008: Saw action in 10 games with one start (New Mexico Highlands)…Had 14 tackles with 2.5 tackles for loss and one forced fumble….Had a season-high four tackles against Sacramento State…2007: Saw action in nine games…Recorded 12 tackles with one tackle for loss…2006: Saw action in nine games as a true freshman…Recorded five tackles with one tackle for loss in backup role…High School: A 2006 graduate of Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniapuu...Played football at Hilo High School…Played four years for coach Al Kawelu…Three-year starter…Team captain…Most memorable football moment was when his team won the B.I.I.F title of the island…Also competed in track & field…Personal: Born Talmadge Kainoa Pe’a on March 21, 1988 in Hilo, Hawaii…Son of Arthur and Ligaya Pe’a…Has three brothers and one sister…Hobbies include swimming and body surfing.