received All-American honors for his play on the football field and the basketball court. Upon

graduation from high school, Demetrius attended the University of Georgia where he was a

Defensive Linebacker under legendary coach Vince Dooley. While at the University of

Georgia, he received All-American honors in football. He graduated with a Bachelors of Science

in Education and a minor in Marketing. Following his graduation from the University of

Georgia, he played briefly for the New York Jets, Washington Redskins, and the Calgary

Stampeders.

After retiring from professional football, Demetrius entered the financial field as a mortgage

broker. He has been in the industry for 15 years and over the last five years has owned and

operated his own business. In addition to his work as a mortgage broker, Demetrius is currently

the linebacker coach for Grady High School. On top of his many professional pursuits

Demetrius is heavily involved in his community through his church, Word of Faith Family

Worship Cathedral.

In July of 2012 Demetrius was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives to represent the

citizens of the 78th District. The district includes parts of Clayton and Henry Counties.

Demetrius has been happily married to his wife Veda for 14 years and they have two lovely

daughters, Destiny, 11, and Demi, 9.