Could figure into the BearsÕ plans as a receiver in 1999 ... gritty player who will make the catch in traffic.

1998: Played in six games, making one catch for nine yards.

1997: Sat out entire season due to injury.

1996: Saw limited playing time, catching two passes for 12 yards against Western State.

High School: Named all-state after Caliche High SchoolÕs 1994 state championships season ... was a two-time all-conference selection ... also participated in basketball and track, where he was a member of CalicheÕs 1995 state track championship ... HS coach: Ed Eastin (his father).

Personal: Born September 27, 1976 in Greeley ... son of Ed Eastin and Dianne Eastin ... older brother Chad was an all-NCC selection in 1994 ... twin brother Noland is a cornerback at UNC ... transferred from Northeastern Junior College, where he did not play football.

EastinÕs Career Statistics
YearRec.Yds.Avg.TD
19962126.00
1997Missed season due to injury
1998199.00
Totals3217.00