(Listed Alphabetically)

Alex Bell


Position: Offensive Line
Ht: 6'3"
Wt: 330 lbs.
College: Hobart (NY)
Hometown: Modena, New York
Born: June 11, 1982

Transactions: Signed as an undrafted rookie free agent with the New York Giants on May 16, 2005...waived on July 21, 2005...signed with the AFL's Grand Rapids Rampage on October 6, 2005...signed to the Rampage practice squad on January 30, 2006...was a member of the Rampage for 10 games appearing in one game versus the Colorado Crush on March 5, 2006...finished the 2006 season on the practice squad of the Nashville Kats...signed with the Montréal Alouettes on May 31, 2006...waived on June 5, 2006...signed with the af2's Memphis Xplorers on June 21, 2006.

Scouting Report: Possesses rare combination of size, speed, and athleticism...raw yet promising player who has the potential to be a very good offensive lineman.

College: Four-year starter on the offensive line for Hobart College...was named to ten All-American Teams during his career...did not give up a sack in his last three seasons...in his senior season, was named to three All-American teams including D3Football.com, American Football Coaches Association, and Football Gazette...played for Team USA in the Aztec Bowl, the Division III Football All-Star Game...named Hobart's 2005 Francis L. "Babe" Kraus '24 Memorial Award as the school's most outstanding senior athlete...member of the Hobart basketball team in 2003.

"Perez Sports consists of two very good individuals, John and Bryan Perez. Ever since day one, John and Bryan have been straight shooters with me, never any false promises or lies."

Alex Bell (click here to read more of Alex's testimonial)

Ben Benshoof


Position: Offensive Line
Ht: 6'6"
Wt: 315 lbs.
College: Wingate University
Hometown: Huntersville, North Carolina
Born: July 3, 1987

Transactions: Drafted by the UFL's Hartford Colonials in the 10th Round of the 2010 UFL Draft on June 2, 2010...invited to and participated in the New York Giants Rookie Mini-Camp on April 30 to May 2, 2010.

Scouting Report: Big, athletic offensive lineman...promising left tackle prospect...good feet...moves well for his size.

College: An offensive captain and three-year starter for the Bulldogs...in 2009, was named 1st Team All-SAC, Daktronics 2nd Team All-Super Region Two,  and Don Hansen's Football Gazette 3rd Team All-Super Region Two...played in the East Coast Bowl All-Star Game...helped Wingate average 395.3 total yards of offense...did not give up a sack his senior season.

"I couldn't be happier with my time and experience with John.  Since day one, he has been completely honest with me and upfront about everything we have gone through.  Without him I don't see myself getting to where I am today."

Ben Benshoof (click here to read more of Ben's testimonial) 

Josh Brehm


Position: Quarterback
Ht: 6'2"
Wt: 220 lbs.
College: Alma (MI)
Hometown: Vestaburg, Michigan
Born: January 15, 1984

Transactions: Invited to the Detroit Lions Rookie Mini-Camp on May 3-6, 2007.

Scouting Report: Tough, accurate signal caller with good size and impressive velocity on his passes...throws a live ball, stands tall in the pocket, and is a bright scrambler...highly intelligent.

College: Played quarterback for Alma College (MI) from 2003 to 2006...holds 15 school records at Alma including yards passing (10,706), touchdown passes (85), pass completions (919), and total offense (12,247)...in 2006, was named the Gagliardi Trophy winner as the best player in Division III...ended the season leading NCAA Division III in three categories: total offense, passing yards, and passing yards per game...set an NCAA record with 288 consecutive pass attempts without an interception and set the NCAA Division III record with 10 consecutive games of 300 yards of total offense or more... was named MIAA Most Valuable Player, the Morley-Fraser Trophy Winner as the Top Division III Student-Athlete in Michigan, Football Gazette Division III Offensive Back of the Year, Football Gazette Division III 1st Team All-American, ESPN The Magazine 2nd Team Academic All-American, and to the All-MIAA 1st Team...invited to and played in the East Coast Bowl going 20 of 28 passing for 240 yards and two touchdowns and added another on the ground...maintained a 3.80 GPA and was named to the Dean's List for eight consecutive semesters...a two-time captain.

"Perez Sports Associates is a first-class football agency. Any football player looking to take his career to the next level would benefit by having these guys on your side."

Josh Brehm (click here to read more of Josh's testimonial) 

Marco Capozzoli


Position: Kicker
Ht: 6'1"
Wt: 200 lbs.
College: Montclair State University
Hometown: Bloomfield, New Jersey
Born: February 10, 1988

Transactions: Signed with the AFL's Tulsa Talons on June 10, 2010.

Scouting Report: Athletic kicker with good leg strength...possesses great character and work ethic...NFL-caliber kicker prospect.

College: In 2009, named the NJAC Special Teams Player of the Year and a First-Team All Region selection by D3Football.com...helped Montclair State capture its 18th New Jersey Athletic Conference Championship and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Division III Playoffs...led the conference in PAT percentage (.972), while ranking third in kick scoring per game (5.7 points)...connected on 10-of-15 field goal attempts, and a league-best 35-of-36 PATs...included in his 10 field goals was a three-field goal performance in MSU's 16-13 win over The College of New Jersey on October 24...first MSU placekicker to connect on three 40-yard attempts in a game as he hit from 42, 44 and career-best 47 yards in the rain....was 31-of-49 in field goals for his career and successfully converted 92-of-99 point-after chances for a total of 185 points...ranks third on the all-time field goal list at Montclair State and he is second in career extra points and ninth in points scored.

"Thanks to Perez Sports I have signed my first professional football contract, and I look forward to a bright future together."

Marco Capozzoli (click here to read more of Marco's testimonial)

Anthony Hayes


Position: Defensive Back
Ht: 6'1"
Wt: 210 lbs.
College: Shenandoah (VA)
Hometown: Stafford, Virginia
Born: August 26, 1984

Transactions: Invited to the Washington Redskins Rookie Mini-Camp on May 3-6, 2007.

Scouting Report: Big, fast defensive back with natural size, speed, and ability...can be a team's match-up defender...has played all secondary positions...possesses sub-4.5 speed...excellent special teams player.

College: Played defensive back for Shenandoah University (VA) from 2003 to 2006...closed out his career with 33 pass deflections and set a school record with a 95-yard interception return for a touchdown in 2006...was invited to and played cornerback in the Texas v. The Nation All-Star Game in El Paso, Texas on February 2, 2007...was named D3Football.com Team of the Week and Football Gazette National Player of the Week for his performance against Greensboro College (October 14, 2006)...a two-time All-USA South Honorable Mention selection...a member of Shenandoah's Track and Field team, holds the school record for the 100-meter dash (11.08) and 200-meter dash (22.82).

"Perez Sports has earned the respect and trust from me and my family. John Perez told me everything that would happen in the NFL Draft process, from the Texas v. The Nation All-Star Game, to my Pro Days, to the Draft itself."

Anthony Hayes (click here to read more of Anthony's testimonial)

Jeff Hughley


Position: Wide Receiver/Kick Returner
Ht: 5'8"
Wt: 175 lbs.
College: Averett University
Hometown: Chesapeake, Virginia
Born: March 3, 1985

Transactions: Signed with the AFL's Tulsa Talons on November 19, 2009 for the 2010 AFL Season...Signed with the af2's Tulsa Talons for each of the last three af2 seasons (2009, 2008 and 2007)..

Scouting Report: Strong, compact wide receiver...lightning quick...can accelerate to full speed getting out of breaks...great short-area quickness for the Arena game...one of the best return men in the AFL.

AFL Notes: In 2009, led the Talons with 140 receptions for 1,909 yards and 50 TDs...also had 2,069 yards in the return game and added another five TDs...was named the 2009 af2 Ironman of the Year and 1st Team All-Conference...in 2008, led the team with 123 receptions for 1,629 yards and 33 TDs...also added 64 returns for 1,298 yards and 1 TD...in 2007, his rookie season, had 34 TDs and led Tulsa to the af2 Arena Cup title.

College: Record-setting wide receiver at Division III Averett University...the school's all-time leader in receiving yards (2,925), catches (221), and touchdown receptions (31).

Mark Thorson

Position: Quarterback
Ht: 6'6"
Wt: 240 lbs.
College: Western Oregon
Hometown: Sandy, Oregon
Born: July 19, 1985

Transactions: Signed with the AFL's Utah Blaze on June 3, 2010...Signed with the af2's Boise Burn on December 9, 2008.

Scouting Report: Big, strong-armed quarterback...NFL prototype build...great work ethic...has a passion for football.

2009: In his first season in the af2, made professional debut June 27 at Central Valley...threw his first professional touchdown pass, a 20-yard toss to Jomo Wilson, on July 18 at South Georgia ...threw for 149 yards and five scores in first career start, a playoff win over Arkansas.

College: Record-setting career at Division II Western Oregon...the school's all-time leader in pass attempts (987), pass completions (568), and touchdown passes (60)...is second in passing yards, total offense, and completion percentage.

Sakeen Wright

Position: Wide Receiver, Tight End, H-Back
Ht: 6'3"
Wt: 225 lbs.
College: Rowan (NJ)
Hometown: Glassboro, New Jersey
Born: December 7, 1982

Transactions: Signed a two-year deal with the AFL's Austin Wranglers on October 18, 2006...selected 14th overall by the Cleveland Gladiators in the 2007 AFL Dispersal Draft.

Scouting Report: Big, physical receiver with good speed...will out jump defenders for the ball...moves well for his size...still has not reached his potential.

2008: In his second season in the AFL and first with the Gladiators, caught one pass for 27 yards going for a touchdown...excelled at Jack linebacker totaling 63.5 tackles (41 solo, 45 assists)...led the team in interceptions with five...returned one interception for a touchdown against the Utah Blaze in Week 2...earned ADT Defensive Player of the Game for his efforts... earned ADT Defensive Player of the Game versus the Philadelphia Soul on May 2, 2008...honored with Ironman of the Game in a win over the Orlando Predators on May 9, 2008...caught a touchdown pass (27 yards) and chipped in 8.5 tackles.

2007: In his rookie season with the Wranglers, caught 11 passes for 109 yards and two touchdowns...also played Jack linebacker totaling 33.5 tackles, one interception, and one fumble return for a touchdown...was named the AFL's Ironman of the Week for Week 8 for his performance against the New Orleans VooDoo.

College: Transferred to Rowan after two seasons at East Carolina University...was originally recruited as an All-American quarterback out of Glassboro High School...lettered both seasons at ECU...played quarterback, tight end, and wide receiver...two-year starter at wide receiver for Rowan...two-time All-NJAC at wide receiver...in 26 career games played at Rowan, caught 138 passes for 1,752 yards and 23 touchdowns...shares the Rowan record for touchdown receptions in a season (16, 2004)...also holds Rowan record for most passes caught in a season (74, 2005) and highest average gain per reception with 13.3 in 2004 (minimum 50 receptions)...in 2005, was named D3Football.com Pre-Season 2nd Team All-American...other honors include Football Gazette Division III All-East 3rd Team Wide Receiver, D3Football.com All-East Region 2nd Team Wide Receiver, and ECAC Division III Southeast All-Stars 1st Team Wide Receiver...in 2004, was named to the Football Gazette Division III All-East 3rd Team as a tight end.

"I want to thank Perez Sports for believing in me and let them know that I back them 100 percent."

Sakeen Wright (click here to read more of Sakeen's testimonial)


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