High School: 2011 graduate of Xavier High School in Middletown, Conn. Four year letterwinner for coach Sean Marinan. Earned All-State and All-Conference honors. Named team's Offensive MVP as a senior, leading the No. 1-ranked team in Connecticut to a State Championship and an undefeated record.

Personal: Born March 25, 1993, in Danbury, Conn. Son of Robert Linden and Mary Canty of Durham, Conn. Has a sister, Anne (16). Plans to major in business. Enjoys playing the guitar. Supports the New England Patriots. Lists Jake Long as a favorite athlete.