2007: Redshirted.

High School: A 2007 graduate of Venice High School in Los Angeles, California ... lettered all four-years in football for the Gondoliers as a strong safety ... two-time all-league pick ... team captain as a senior.

Personal: Born Shamar Jon'Tay Thornton on March 13, 1989 in Inglewood, California ... son of Annette Thomas ... three sisters.