New Mexico State University Athletics

Solano Community College: Howard played two seasons for the Falcons at wide receiver and tight end. As a freshman, Howard earned first team all-conference honors as a tight end, catching 28 passes for 430 yards and 12 touchdowns. As a sophomore, Howard earned first team all-conference at wide receiver, as well as league MVP, offensive player of the year and California Junior College All-State. He caught 68 passes for 982 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2009, recording over 1,000 yards of total offense.

High School: Howard helped Vanden High School to a league championship in 2007. He played both wide receiver and free safety in high school. Howard earned second team all-conference at free safety in 2007 and played in an all-star game.

Personal: Howard is the son of Mark and Denise Howard. He plans to major in sports medicine.