13 Ryan Franken |
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A healthy offseason has helped bring strength and confidence...has good hands and will be in competition for significant playing time...capable as a receiver and blocker.
2003
Saw action in seven games at the tight end spot... broken ankle before the spring practice sessions cut down his off-season work.
2002
Brought in two passes as a Sophomore, ...used mainly as a blocker, playing in seven games...catches came against Bucknell and Davidson.
2001
Was the starter at tight end for final five games...scored first career touchdown as a Hoya against Lafayette and had four catches...hauled in seven receptions during the season for 97 yards...averaged over 13 yards a catch.
High School
Chosen as SCC All-Conference and IHSA Special Mention All- State in 2000...also an All-Area Special Mention player as a senior...selected to both the Academic All-State and Academic All-Conference teams...helped lead Driscoll Catholic to 2000 state semi-finals...a six time varsity letterman in football and basketball...a four year honor roll student and a "Who's Who Among High School Students" selection.
Franken's Career Receiving Statistics
| Year | Rec | Yds | Avg. | | Long | TD |
| 2002 | 2 | 11 | 5.5 | | 8 | 0 |
| 2001 | 7 | 97 | 13.9 | | 22 | 1 |
| Totals | 15 | 108 | 9.7 | | 30 | 1 |