North Carolina Central University Athletics

TRANSFER (CENTRAL MICHIGAN / WEST VIRGINIA)
2011: Participated in spring camp at West Virginia.
2010: Did not appear in a game at Central Michigan.
2009: Redshirt at Central Michigan ... named program's Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year.

RIVER HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Three-year letterman ... all-state second team selection by the Associated Press ... helped lead River Hill to back-to-back undefeated seasons and Class 2A state titles in 2007 and 2008 ... team finished 2008 season ranked No. 23 nationally in USA Today Super 25 rankings ... ran for 1,301 yards and 19 touchdowns in 2007 ... averaged 11.5 yards per carry ... rushed for 1,079 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2008 ... averaged 13.5 yards per carry ... competed in the 2008 Maryland Crab Bowl All-Star Game ... finished career with more than 4,000 yards rushing, 850 yards receiving and 50 touchdowns ... recorded 13 career interceptions ... two-time all-conference selection ... team’s Offensive MVP in 2008.

PERSONAL
Born Feb. 28, 1990. Parents are Camero Mercer and Monica Blakney-Mercer.