2010: Appeared in all 12 games, making two starts ... started games at right guard against Minnesota on Oct. 16 and at No. 11 Michigan State on Nov. 20.
2009: Received team's Most Improved Award - Offense for spring practice ... appeared in seven games, including one start at left guard vs. Notre Dame on Sept. 26.
2008: Began Purdue career with start of spring semester ... did not play.
High School: Earned all-city and all-conference honors as senior ... nominated for East-West North-South and Big 33 all-star games ... coach was Kurry Commins.
Personal: Given name is Rick Terry Schmeig ... law and society major ... enjoys fishing, working out and listening to music.