San Diego Athletics

2005 PFL Honorable Mention

Three-time PFL Academic Honor Roll

USD: Jon Polk enters his senior year where he will again compete at fullback and play a key role as a team leader... Last year rushed for 231 yards and a team-best 8 touchdowns... Tied a school record with 4 rushing TDs in 42-35 home win over Marist as he totaled 69 yards on 17 carries - was named PFL Player of the Week for his efforts... Key 4th quarter TD rush (3 yards) in PFL championship win over Morehead State... Added 13 receptions for 82 yards... In 2004 he caught 9 balls out of the backfield for 52 yards and 1 TD (8 yards vs. So. Oregon)... Played key role as blocker for RB Evan Harney (1,334 yards)... Carried the ball 16 times for 49 yards... In 2003 he played a key role in USD[apos]s offense with his run blocking ability and pass protection ... Finished with 31 yards rushing on the season, including 15 yards and 1 TD in win over Butler... Is a three-time PFL Honor Roll selection for his academic achievements. High School: Came to USD from Dominguez High School where he was a two-way performer... He rushed for over 1,000 yards and had 133 tackles while earning All-CIF, All-Region and All-San Gabriel Valley honors... Also lettered in baseball. Personal: Born on February 9, 1985 in Compton, CA... Chose USD for location and chance to play collegiate football... Also recruited by San Diego State, Colorado State and Penn... Notes that he is a devote Christian. Major: Political Science.