Monmouth University Athletics

Gives Monmouth depth in the defensive backfield... Expected to see playing time at the safety positions... Also expected to contribute on special teams.

2006 (Junior): Saw first career action against Wagner (10/14).

2005 (Sophomore): Did not see action as a sophomore.

2004 (Freshman): Did not see action as a freshman.

High School: Four-sport standout at Middlesex (N.J.) High School... Played DB, RB and QB for Coach Rich Gianchiglia... Rushed for 2,564 yards on 479 carries during his career... Scored 33 career touchdowns... Hauled in eight interceptions during his career... Two-time All-Blue Division selection as a defensive back... Garnered first-team All-Greater Middlesex Conference as a senior... Two-time Offensive Player of the Year for the Blue Jays... Earned four letters in track & field... Central Jersey Group I high jump champion in 2002... Former Group I state record holder in the triple jump... Earned one varsity letter each in basketball and wrestling.

Personal: Born Nicholas Michael Schneider on December 27, 1985 in Plainfield, N.J... Son of Michael and Rosemary Schneider... Majoring in history and education.