Defensive tackle Kyle Linney and defensive back Dominique Ellis originally signed
with the Wolfpack last spring, while offensive lineman Ahmad Jaradat and linebacker
Dwayne Maddox have both graduated from high school a semester early.
“We are very pleased to have these young men join the Wolfpack program,” said head
coach Tom O’Brien. “Being here for the spring semester gives them a chance to get
ahead academically, and will also give them the advantage of going through spring
practice with the returning team.”
PLAYER BIOS
Dominique Ellis, DB, 5-11, 190
Wendell, N.C. - East Wake HS
Ellis originally signed with the Pack in 2007 after ranking as one of North Carolina’s top prospects. Moved from Georgia prior to his senior year in high
school. As a senior at East Wake High School, he picked off five passes, scored
four special teams’ touchdowns and made 75 tackles. He was named the Defensive MVP
for the North Carolina squad at the 2006 Shrine Bowl.
Ahmad Jaradat, OL, 6-4, 290
London, Ontario, Canada - Catholic Central HS
One of Canada’s top offensive lineman last season, Jaradat played tight end,
offensive tackle and nose tackle during his prep career, leading his 2007 team to a
6-3 record. Born in Kuwait, Jaradat has lived in Canada since 1990.
Kyle Linney, DT, 6-2, 285
Hiddenite, N.C., Alexander Central HS
Linney attended Hargrave Military Academy last fall after originally signing with NC
State in the spring of 2007. Also a 2006 Shrine Bowl selection, Linney tallied 67
tackles as a senior en route to all-conference honors.
Dwayne Maddox, LB, 6-2, 220
Shelby, NC - Crest HS
A 2007 Shrine Bowl participant, Maddox tallied 169 tackles, including a dozen for
loss, last season, earning all-state honors. He was also named his conference’s
defensive player of the year.