2005: Appeared in all 11 games as reserve and on special teams ... had one tackle (an assist) ... recorded tackle vs. Notre Dame on Oct. 1.
2004: Appeared in 11 games as reserve and on special teams ... had one tackle (an assist) ... recorded tackle vs. Ball State on Sept. 11.
2003: Moved from defensive tackle to defensive end ... appeared in five games as reserve and on special teams ... recorded two tackles and one pass breakup, all vs. Arizona on Sept. 20.
2002: Began Purdue career with start of spring semester ... did not play ... received team's Verle H. Campbell Scout Team Award -- Offense ... moved from tight end to defensive tackle.
High School: Attended Milford Academy, same postgraduate school that produced former Purdue linebacker Niko Koutouvides (2000-03) ... called one of nation's top five prep school prospects by recruiting expert Tom Lemming ... coach was Bill Chaplick ... all-conference as senior defensive end after recording 15 sacks ... played tight end as junior ... also participated in basketball and track and field.
Personal: Given name is Nicholas Brian Cavallo ... born Nov. 26, 1982 ... law and society major ... interests include music and outdoor activities.