In addition to football, he was a Kingco conference champion in the 110 hurdles and shot put.
He was a key part of the 2004 national championship USC teams where he earned the catch phrase "Another Touchdown Courtesy of Kirtman".
This refers to his punishing blocking that opened up many rushing touchdowns for Lendale White and Reggie Bush.
Kirtman was also Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren's next-door neighbor at the time.
He was released on November 3 when the team signed tight end Sean Ryan.