Joe Penkala#50

• Position: OT
• Height: 6-5
• Weight: 295
• Class Year: —
• Eligibility: Senior
• Hometown: Niles, IL
• Previous School or College: Loyola Academy

Provides exceptional blocking at offensive tackle ... Was a starter in 2008, when the offensive line helped WU rush for 251.2 yards per game ... The line also gave up just nine sacks in 12 games, helping WU complete 59.3% of its passes ... As a returning starter, he will be a key player for the Bearcats in the line this season ... Has the strength to create space in the line to allow WU's offensive backs to go upfield ... Played football at Loyola Academy in Niles, Illinois, where is was an All-Conference selection in the Chicago Catholic League ... Qualified for the Honor Roll all four years in high school ... Led his high school team in pancake blocks in 2005 ... Majoring in Economics ... Parents are Wally and Cindy Penkala.