Pronunciation: FISS-tur

Jersey #: 39 (1985), 99 (1982-84)

Major: Business Administration (1982-85)

Weight: 232 (1985), 222 (1984), 226 (1983), 232 (1982)

1985 Media Guide: Illness and injuries have kept this talented athlete from showing how good he is … an ulcer, a knee sprain, a shoulder separation, a hand injury and a second shoulder separation have ruined his career to date … has lettered in 1983 and ’84, seeing action in 20 games, but his playing time has been greatly restricted … was moved to fullback in spring drills until a shoulder injury felled him … lifts 625 pounds and presses 400.

1984 Media Guide: Has all the tools to be an outstanding linebacker … an honor student at Ohio State.

1983 Media Guide: An illness and two injuries ruined his football for the 1982-83 school year … an ulcer condition set him back early in fall practice and a severe knee strain sidelined him for two more weeks … a shoulder separation early in spring practice ended a disheartening, frustrating year.

1982 Media Guide: Considered an exceptional athlete with good speed and strength … comes from an outstanding high school program coached by Pete Corey.

High School: An all-Ohio and all-America linebacker at Upper Arlington High, where in three years of competition his team had a record of 28-4-1 … his top football thrill came in a playoff game with Eastmoor High, when he intercepted a pass and returned it 45 yards to score … captained the football team.

Personal: Hobbies are hunting and fishing.