Early Life
Woodson was born in Fremont, Ohio. As a senior at Ross High School Woodson was named Ohio's "Mr. Football." His nickname throughout grade school was "Poochie". He finished his high school career with the school's records for rushing yards (3,861) and scoring (466 points). In his senior season he was a USA Today All-America selection and Parade High School All-American and recorded 2,028 yards and 230 points. In addition to playing football, Woodson played basketball and ran track.
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