He was a two-year starter at defensive tackle, and earned All-Valley League and all-region honors his senior year.

Lee participated in the shot put and discus in high school as part of the track and field team.

[2] Lee transferred to play for the Oregon State Beavers from 2001 to 2002 and was a backup defensive tackle both years.

[3] Lee was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round, with the 147th overall pick, of the 2003 NFL draft.

[4] Lee played in four games, starting one, for the Amsterdam Admirals of NFL Europe in 2006, totaling nine tackles.