High School: A 2011 graduate of Mira Mesa HS in San Diego…named first team all-Eastern League as a cornerback in 2010…recorded 77 tackles, including 55 unassisted…also had three interceptions and seven pass breakups…helped lead the team to a pair of Eastern League titles…was a member of the track team which won the league title in the 4x400 relay.

Personal: Born 8-8-93…plans to major in communication studies…parents are Caesar and LaDon Payne.