2011: Saw action in seven games as a rookie for the Crusaders ... made two catches for 14 yards and carried the ball three times for eight yards ... had one carry for four yards in collegiate debut at Youngstown State (Sept. 10) ... caught first collegiate pass for four yards at Drake on Oct. 22 ... had a long reception of 10 yards in the win against Campbell (Nov. 12) ... returned a kickoff against Youngstown State ... named team’s Offensive Prep Team Player of the Week for the Morehead State game (Oct. 1).

Prep: Earned four letters in football throughout high school ... earned Second Team All-Suburban Christian Conference (Blue) honors as a senior in his lone season at Aurora Christian ... team’s special teams Most Valuable Player in 2010 ... team captain as a senior ... played at Providence Catholic High School freshman through junior seasons ... also played basketball.

Personal: Andrew is the son of Fred and Julie Cassara ... major is sports management ... born Nov. 25, 1992.