Nevada
2010: Had a strong spring and is expected to compete for extensive playing time at one of the receiver spots.

2009: Played sparingly in a reserve role with the receiving corps … Enrolled in spring of 2009 and went through spring drills with the team.

Junior College
A graduate of Palomar College in San Marcos, Calif. … Played for coach Joe Early … Helped team to an 8-3 record and a playoff appearance in 2008.

High School
A graduate of Oceanside (Calif.) High School … Was a two-year letterwinner for coach John Carroll … Was a first-team all-league selection as a senior in 2006 … Was also a track and field standout who clocked a 10.5 100 meters as a senior in helping team to a state championship.

Personal
Born Maurice Deontae Patterson on July 12, 1989 in Hopkinsville, Ky. … Son of Wil and Deborah Patterson … Has a younger brother, Deontae … Plans on majoring in psychology with a minor in history … Was also recruited by San Diego State, Wyoming, Colorado State, New Mexico and UNLV.