Eastern Kentucky University Athletics

AS A SOPHOMORE IN 2017
Appeared in 10 games … started six games, three at left guard and three at center … helped EKU lead the OVC and finish 48th in the nation in passing (216.1 ypg) … part of an offensive line that allowed just eight sacks in 11 games, the fewest in the conference and the fifth-fewest in the nation … started on the line when Tim Boyle became the first EKU player to throw for 300-plus yards in their first game as a Colonel … played on the line when Eastern rushed for a season-high 279 yards at Murray State (Oct. 28).

AS A FRESHMAN IN 2016
Played in all 11 games as a true freshman and started at right guard three times … helped EKU average 247.6 passing yards per game, third in the OVC and 32nd in the nation … Eastern totaled 500 or more yards of offense four times.

HIGH SCHOOL
Was an all-state selection as a senior after leading Mallard Creek High School to a 14-2 record and a state championship … chosen to play in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas … also named all-conference and All-Charlotte Observer as a senior … chosen all-conference and All-Charlotte Observer as a junior after helping the Mavericks to a 15-1 record and a state title.
 
PERSONAL
Full name is De’jour Alexander Simpson ... son of Lamont and Paula Simpson ... has two sisters – Laila and Mia … major is undecided.