Towson University Athletics

One of the Tigers' most experienced offensive linemen ... made tremendous strides in the off-season ... has shown plenty of improvement in terms of strength and conditioning ... transferred from Middle Tennessee State prior to 2009 season ... has lots of potential ... competing for starting position on offensive line ... can play guard and tackle.

2009 SEASON: Appeared in 10 games on the offensive line ... started seven times ... made five starts at left tackle ... started at left guard in final two games of season against Villanova and James Madison.

AT MIDDLE TENNESSEE: Appeared in all 12 games for the Blue Raiders in 2008 ... saw action as reserve lineman and special teams player ... helped the Blue Raiders post a 5-7 record which included a 24-14 upset win over Maryland, one of the greatest victories in school history ... was a freshman "red shirt" in 2007.

AT ST. AUGUSTINE PREP: Four-year performer for Coach Anthony Iaconelli ... named second team All-Cape Atlantic League as a senior in 2005 ... two-way lineman for the Hermits ... also attended Fork Union Military Academy for a year.

PERSONAL: Nephew of former Towson offensive lineman Jim Peterson, '84 ... has two older brothers ... lists father as the person he admires the most ... hobbies include fishing ... favorite actor is Johnny Depp ... lists the late Reggie White as his favorite athlete ... parents are Rowan University graduates ... father works in construction business ... mother is a teacher ... son of Gary and Beverly Cardaci ... born on November 3, 1987 in Cape May, N.J.