Towson University Athletics

Very consistent long snapper ... does a quality job on special teams ... hard worker who adds depth to the Tigers’ line.

2011 SEASON: Appeared in six games for the Tigers as the team’s long snapper.

AT BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC H.S.: Three-year performer at long snapper at Bishop Moore Catholic ... also saw action at tight end for Coach Matt Hedrick ... helped the Hornets post a 10-3 record and reach the regional championship game as a senior ... member of the Hornets’ district championship team as a junior ... nationally-ranked long snapper as a sophomore ... also played lacrosse for the Hornets ... three-year starter for lacrosse team who served as team captain.

PERSONAL: Has one younger brother ... lists father as the person he admires the most ... hobbies include fishing ... career goal is to become a doctor ... had summer job coaching lacrosse ... avid fan of the New York Jets ... favorite NFL player is Tim Tebow ... lists “The Sandlot” as his favorite movie ... favorite actor is Dwight Yokum ... lists professional lacrosse player Rory Smith as his favorite athlete ... father is a federal officer who graduated from Nova Southeastern ... mother is a nurse and a Broward graduate ... son of Patrick and Kris Linden ... born November 29, 1992 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. ... major is chemistry.