Quenton Bode
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| Position: | Linebacker |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | August 22, 2006 (aged 54) Anchorage, Alaska |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight: | 225 lb (102 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Eagle River High School |
| College: | University of Nebraska |
| Career history | |
| Roster status: | Active |
Quenton Bode (born January 22, 2008) is an American football linebacker for the NONE of the National Simulation Football League (X). He played college football for University of Nebraska (UNL) and has declared his intent to enter the professional ranks next season.
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Early years
Not much is known about Quenton Bode's early years. It is believed that while he was still a cub, his mother fled south in search of food and better living conditions, and the two were somehow separated.
He was found on the outskirts of Anchorage by Robert and Martha Bode, a human couple. Neither had much knowledge about polar bears--Robert was an editor at a local newspaper, and Martha taught biology at a nearby high school--but they took him in anyway. After caring for the young polar bear cub for several months, they decided to raise him as their own. They named him Quenton and subsequently adopted him; his listed birthdate is his date of adoption.
Quenton took to human society quickly, and was soon enrolled in school. Having a polar bear in the classroom came as quite a shock to the community, but the city soon rallied behind their unique son. Quenton was a good student and, according to one instructor, ""a joy to teach.""
Quenton grew fond of football, and it wasn't long before he started his football journey. He played middle school football for several years, but was soon picked up by the varsity team. He played running back for most of his high school career, and helped Eagle River win three state titles. Despite his dominant performance at the high school level, he received very little attention from D1 schools. Ultimately, he decided to walk on at the University of Nebraska, his mother's alma mater.
College career
Bode walked on to the Nebraska football team his freshman year, and spent much of that time riding the bench. It was at this point he made the switch from running back to linebacker, as Nebraska already had several talented running backs on roster. His one notable game came against Iowa, in which he picked off Iowa quarterback Sandy Russell and ran the ball back for the game-winning touchdown.
Bode's sophmore year was slightly better. Although he was not in the starting lineup, he saw intermittent playing time. He ended the season with twenty-six tackles, one sack, and two interceptions.
Between Bode's sophomore and junior years, Nebraska saw an entirely new coaching staff brought in. The new coach, former Nebraska standout Ndamukong Suh, recognized Bode's untapped potential, and named him a starter. Bode's junior year was a breakout year. He saw regular playing time, and performed well above expectations. The Cornhuskers went 12-1 (after going 4-8 the year before), and Bode was named the team Defensive Player of the Year. He was also recognized as a second-team All-American, finishing the year with sixty-five tackles, three sacks, four interceptions, and three forced fumbles (one of which Bode recovered).
Many of the players from the Nebraska offense left the school after Bode's senior year. Several declared for the NFL draft, while others graduated or transferred to other schools. This meant that Bode's senior year was played with a very young offense, and the team struggled because of it. Despite the team going 5-7, Bode had a career year. He finished the year with one hundred and thirty-seven tackles, four sacks, five interceptions (one of which was returned for a touchdown), and three forced fumbles. He was a consensus first-team All American, won both the Butkus Award and the Jack Lambert Trophy, and was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy.
After his senior year, Bode declared for the Developmental Simulation Football League (DSFL) draft. He was placed on the Central Grizzlies roster for the S15 Prospect Bowl.
College career statistics
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Professional career
| Ht | Wt | 40‑yd dash | 20‑ss | 3‑cone | Vert jump | Broad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
225 lb (102 kg) |
Professional career statistics
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Achievements and records
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