Norfolk State University Athletics

2014 (Sophomore)
A key member of the Spartans’ offensive line, Hollins saw time in all 12 games … started the first two contests of the year at left guard (vs. Maine and Liberty) … also blocked on special teams units for field goals and extra points.

2013 (Freshman)
Played in nine games during his freshman campaign … did not play in the first three games, but contributed in the last nine … saw snaps as a backup offensive guard, as a blocker for the field-goal unit, and as a blocking tight end in short-yardage formations … got his first start of the season in the final with S.C. State as the second tight end in a two-tight end set.

High School
A first-team All-Beach District and All-Tidewater selection by the Virginian-Pilot … also named to the All-Eastern Region second team by VirginiaPreps.com … started on both sides of the line in every game … helped Cox rush for nearly 2,000 yards in 10 games … ranked the No. 20 recruit in the Pilot’s top 50 rankings for South Hampton Roads.

Personal
Gabriel L. Hollins was born on March 12, 1995 … goes by Gabe … son of Eric and Jennifer Smith … majoring in computer science.