This Saturday against Brigham Young, offensive tackle Dejon Allen will take a final exam for a Hawaii football career of multiple choices.

“This is a moment I can’t really process yet,” Allen said of his final collegiate game. “I’ve been here so long, and now it’s coming to an end. Maybe on game day against BYU I’ll really feel the moment.”

Allen said he would not change the decisions he made in leading to his 49th career start, longest among current Rainbow Warriors.

Allen turned down inquiries from UCLA to commit to UH in 2012, re-committed a year later after fulfilling eligibility requirements, switched between the offensive and defensive lines during his redshirt year in 2013, played two seasons at guard before moving to left tackle in 2016, and opted to return to UH for his senior year to honor a family promise to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Along the way, he developed a taste for local cuisine (loco-moco, chicken katsu, mochiko chicken), a fondness for beaches from Waikiki to the North Shore, and the resolve to hit the books as hard as opposing defensive ends. He is set to graduate on Dec. 16.

“When I first got here, I wanted to be open and accept the different cultures,” Allen said. “The other thing was to focus on football. That was the main key because I love the sport so much. I wanted to focus on football, and make sure my schooling was done right, and graduate on time.”

He already has met his goal of proving that, at slightly under 6 feet 4 and 295 pounds, he could be a productive left tackle. Allen moved to the blind side after Ben Clarke completed his UH eligibility at the end of the 2015 season. The widespread belief is Allen is better suited for guard or center. But Allen thought otherwise.

“I’m different from most offensive linemen,” Allen said. “Most offensive linemen are 300 pounds, 6-6 and just maul the (defensive) guy. Me? I’m more of a finesse-maul guy. I bring a different thing to the game. More speed and power, rather than just lean all my weight on you and hope I move you.”

NFL scouts project Allen to be drafted, although the round varies greatly. After two years starting at guard and taking snaps as a center in practice, Allen is a fit as an interior lineman. But he also would like a shot at tackle. According to two draft sites, the average offensive tackle has a 32-inch reach and is capable of benching 225 pounds 26 times. Allen has a 34-inch reach and can do 30 reps of 225 pounds.

Allen incurred several penalties for holding and hands to the face in the first half of the season. But video reviews showed his hands consistently met the legal strike zone despite a unique blocking style. “Refs aren’t used to it,” Allen said. “They’re used to inside hands. I’m doing it a little differently. You can go back to the films and watch. Holding? That’s not holding.”

His major penalties have decreased significantly during the second half of the season.

“At this point in my life, I can’t ask for anything better,” Allen said. “It’s been a while. It’s been five years. Everything has led to this point. Everything is because of football. I studied. I wanted to make sure I graduated. It was super hard, but I stayed focused. I want to do this for a living, but if it doesn’t work out, my backup plan is the degree.”

FRANK ABREU, RECEIVER

Graduation: Dec. 16 (economics)

Best UH memory: “It would have to be the water-balloon fight (between the players and coaches). That would have to be a fun one. It caught me by surprise. It was a good little break.”

Nick Rolovich on Abreu: “He’s a hard-working kid who made himself into a better player. He battled through some injuries, but he’s given everything he’s had on the scout team. He’s been a good teammate.”

DEJON ALLEN, LEFT TACKLE

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology/kinesiology)

Best UH memory: “Most of them were going on trips, like to Michigan, and just playing football and being around the boys.”

Rolovich: “He’s been a cornerstone of our offensive line since before I got here. He has played a ton of football for this program, and I don’t think people will forget him for it.”

AMMON BARKER, RIGHT WIDEOUT

Graduation: Dec. 16 (political science)

Best UH memory: “I have so many. My favorite UH memory probably was my first UH touchdown in San Jose.”

Rolovich: “A.B. has been an incredible piece of our special teams all year. He’s going to have some great memories of his time playing. We appreciate all his effort.”

ISAIAH BERNARD, WIDEOUT

Graduation: Earned a degree in May (sociology).

Best UH memory: “When I scored my first touchdown against Colorado (in 2015). I came out here two weeks before we started. It was cool.”

Rolovich: “I’m really proud of that kid. He attacked the offseason, and I thought he was one of the bright spots as far as our senior class, as far as his consistent effort, and caring about this football team.”

MAX BROMAN, LINEBACKER

Graduation: Dec 16 (psychology)

Best UH memory: “Winning the Hawaii Bowl (and) the freshman year fall camp staying in the dance hall.”

Rolovich: “He sacrificed a lot as a walk-on. He’ll always think fondly of the University of Hawaii and Hawaii as a place. He has melted into culture, and has great appreciation for it. He’s the kind of person who comes from the mainland that the local people can really appreciate.”

MELVIN DAVIS, RUNNING BACK

Graduation: Dec. 16 (family and youth studies)

Best UH memory: “When we went to the bowl game. All the hard work paid off.”

Rolovich: “It’s really sad for what he’s gone through to have that (knee) injury in spring ball. I respect the heck out of him. He’s trying to get better. I would have liked to have seen what he could have been if he were healthy.”

KEELAN EWALIKO, LEFT WIDEOUT

Graduation: Dec. 16 (family science)

Best UH memory: “There are a lot, but I’d probably say the bowl win.”

Rolovich: “I’ll never forget his catch against UMass (last year). That was critical in our season last year. He’s always a joy to be around. Every time I see him, I’ll smile. I hope I see him a lot.”

PENITITO FAALOLOGO, NOSE TACKLE

Graduation: Earned a degree in family resources last year and is set for a second degree (sociology) on Dec. 16.

Rolovich: “Kiko’s senior year ended not the way he wanted it, obviously, but he’s kind of the Kory Rasmussen of this year. He played injured early on, and it got too bad where he couldn’t go anymore. This is one of the lives Hawaii football has changed in a positive way. He got married in the offseason. Not that he blazed the path, but he walked the path proudly of the Samoan athlete to come here and really excel.”

AUSTIN GERARD, SAFETY

Graduation: December 2018 (accounting)

Best UH memory: “Every day in practice, just hanging out with the boys.”

Rolovich: “Gerard has made some plays for us. He’s a walk-on. He played some receiver. He’s a good athlete. He doesn’t talk a whole lot. But you see his contributions on the film for the last two years, especially on special teams.”

TRAYVON HENDERSON, FREE SAFETY

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: Games against Colorado and Washington.

Rolovich: “I’m excited for his future. He battled through some injuries in the middle part of the year and he kept playing through. That’s because he wanted to give his best for this program and his teammates.”

HUNTER HUGHES, QUARTERBACK

Graduation: Dec. 16 (animation)

Best UH memory: “(Getting) the scholarship was pretty cool. Getting to go to the Hawaii Bowl last year was pretty awesome, too. Getting that bowl ring, (and) seeing my name on the side of the bowl ring was pretty awesome. My entire time at UH has been pretty special, being welcomed here. It’s become a family for me. Hawaii has become a home for me.”

Rolovich: “I love how he approaches life. For a short, red-headed quarterback who hasn’t had any (playing) time, he’s really had a positive impact on that locker room.”

MEFFY KOLOAMATANGI, DEFENSIVE END

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: “When we went to Australia. That was one of the best trips. I never left the country (prior to that).”

Rolovich: “Meffy has played a ton of football for us. You love his intensity and his effort on the field. I hope he shines at pro day and is able to get a chance.”

DAVID MANOA, DEFENSIVE END

Graduation: Dec. 16 (family resources)

Best UH memory: “A lot of my favorite memories are off the field, hanging out with the boys.”

Rolovich: “David is a guy who always wanted the best for this program and this team. He’s another Bay Area guy, so I understand his journey a little bit. Those guys are going to be hard to replace.”

MATT NORMAN, OFFENSIVE TACKLE

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: “Even though we didn’t win, Australia was a good time. It was definitely a life-changing experience.”

Rolovich: “Like all of the other offensive linemen, he’s battled through injuries to stay on the field, to get on the field. He probably entered the season as our sixth guy, our seventh guy, but throughout October he played a lot of tackle for us. He’s really kept his nose down and kept working to improve as a player.”

CHRIS POSA, OFFENSIVE LINEMAN

Graduation: Earned a bachelor’s of science in mechanical engineering in August 2016 at Alabama.

Best UH memory: “It would be riding on the second bus last year after games. Keelan Ewaliko always had the speaker going. It was a fun time.”

Rolovich: “We felt we needed some depth when he became available, and he’s played maybe better than we thought. We weren’t sure what we were getting, because you’re getting a walk-on from Alabama. He bonded with the O-linemen pretty quick. He’s fairly witty. He’s another guy who’s played at not 100 percent this whole year.”

DIOCEMY SAINT JUSTE, RUNNING BACK

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: “Winning the bowl game.”

Rolovich: “He has really attacked last season and this season. One of his goals was to be a productive running back for this university, and I think he’s accomplished that.”

RYAN TUIASOA, RUNNING BACK

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: “When my family got to see me receive a scholarship from a koala (in Australia in August 2016).”

Rolovich: “I love Ryan. I love what he represents. I love how he approaches each day. He’s a guy I’m going to miss being around. He’s going to be a success no matter what he does in life.”

METUISELA ‘UNGA, TIGHT END

Graduation: Dec. 16 (human development and family studies)

Best UH memory: “Pulling for my running back Diocemy Saint Juste — Mr. 2,000. I remember all of ’em.”

Rolovich: “I think he’s got a lot of ability, and I’m looking forward to watching him in the future.”

JOHN WA‘A, OFFENSIVE GUARD

Graduation: Dec. 16 (human development and family studies)

Best UH memory: “Probably the bowl game.”

Rolovich: “He’s got that local boy toughness, the desire to represent not only this team but his family and the country. He’s been a real solid piece of our offensive line for four years.”

RUSSELL WILLIAMS JR., LINEBACKER

Graduation: Dec. 16 (sociology)

Best UH memory: “All of the Fourth of Julys spent at the beach with the Lakalaka family under the beautiful sun.”

Rolovich: “Russell has made a conscious effort to be the best person he can be, and I think it translated to more production on the field his senior year. He’s played good defense for us, and he’s been a really good teammate this year.”