here's a little more info when he was coming out in '02
MIKE PEARSON, FLORIDA
Height: 6-7Weight: 292Birthdate: Aug. 22, 1980ANALYSISIn Gator country, they don't come any bigger than Mike Pearson. At 6-foot-7, Pearson is taller than his former teammate, current Tampa Bay Buccaneer Kenyatta Walker, and he is just as heralded. As a part of the Gators, Pearson helped the team run all the way to the Orange Bowl in 2001. The Gators averaged 4.2 yards per carry in 2001, thanks to an offensive line anchored by Pearson. WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
"Pearson is a solid offensive player. He has played several positions on the line in his career and this points out his versatility and talent. He is solid in pass protection and does an excellent job of sliding out and picking up speed rushers. He is strong at the point, plays with good technique, and has a solid understanding of the game."
 Football Corner
"A phenomenal talent at offensive tackle that would easily be the No. 1 player at his position most years. Excellent size and overall athleticism, and is a fine blocker in both the passing and running game. The fact that Pearson, as a sophomore, kept 2001 first-round choice Kenyatta Walker playing right tackle in an offense built around the pass as much as the Gators' is simply a testament to this kid's ability."
 Rob "Boomer" Rang MOMENTUMIf Pearson can follow in the footsteps of other UF tackles, including Walker, he can be a solid addition in the NFL. Very rarely is someone both underaged and experienced, but Pearson is both of those, and he will definitely raise some eyebrows in April.