Former Texas A&M RB Jorvorskie Lane Commits To Roughnecks
October 7, 2009 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
West Texas Roughnecks News Release
ODESSA, TX. : The Odessa Roughnecks are excited to announce that following an official visit to the Permian Basin on Wednesday, October 7, 2009, that former Texas A&M University running back, Jorvorskie Lane, has signed a letter of intent to commit to the Odessa Roughnecks for the 2010 season.
Lane played tailback during his freshman through junior seasons and switched to fullback for his senior season while at Texas A&M University. Lane currently holds the school record for most career rushing touchdowns with 49. The Lufkin, Texas native played 10 of the 11 games during his freshman ('05) season at Texas A&M. During his freshman campaign, Lane rushed for over 100 yards twice including a season-best 139 yards on 22 carries against Oklahoma State. Overall, Lane finished 2005 with 595 rushing yards and nine touchdowns on 119 carries.
Lane set many records as a sophomore at Texas A&M in 2006. Lane would score at least one touchdown in the first 11 games of the season. Lane (6'0", 272 lbs.) recorded a first down or a touchdown on 26 of 29 carries on third and fourth down carries. He additionally registered 127 rushing yards on 27 carries in a game versus Missouri and a career-high four touchdowns in a game against Louisiana-Lafayette. Overall, Lane rushed for 725 yards and set a school record with 19 rushing touchdowns that season.
"Jorvorskie is the key to helping the Roughnecks become a smash-mouth indoor football team in 2010. He obviously has NFL-caliber talent and we are thrilled to have him as part of the Odessa Roughnecks. He will play a big role next season." stated Odessa Roughnecks Head Coach, Chris Williams.
As a junior in 2007, Lane was an important part of an Aggies team that finished the season 7-5 overall. Lane registered 15 total touchdowns and compiled at least 100 yards rushing three times in those seven wins. Lane completed the 2007 season with 780 yards rushing on 168 carries including 4.6 yards a carry and 16 touchdowns.
After moving to the fullback position for his senior year in 2008, Lane rushed for a total of 95 yards and registered five touchdowns under the direction of newly appointed Head Coach, Mike Sherman. Lane showcased his abilities at the East-West Shrine Game on January 17, 2009. However, Lane was not selected in the 2009 NFL Draft and was not signed as an undrafted free agent.
As a three-year starter at Lufkin High School, Lane rushed for 3,671 yards and 70 touchdowns at the running back position. Additionally, Lane recorded 80 receptions for 1,060 yards during his esteemed high school football career. Lane was a two-time all-state selection in high school. Additionally, he is the paternal half-brother of Jermichael Finely, who currently plays tight-end for the Green Bay Packers.
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