Sunday, October 20, 2013

Hayes, former WSSU star, eager for Sunday’s game against Panthers

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina  -- NFL players don’t like to admit circling a game on the calendar in anticipation of playing a particular opponent.

But William Hayes, a run-stopping defensive end for the St. Louis Rams, couldn’t help but look ahead to Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte. Hayes, a former Winston-Salem State star from High Point, said that playing in his home state is a big deal.

"Absolutely; I knew exactly when that game was going to be played because when you get a chance to play near where you grew up and in front of your family and friends, it’s a great day,” said Hayes, a six-year NFL veteran who was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round in 2008.

Hayes, in his second season with the Rams (3-3), injured a knee injury earlier this season but said he is back to nearly 100 percent after missing two games. He has five tackles and one sack for the season.

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