Jerry Sims, 49, is one of 16 castaways vying for a $1 million prize on the next season of Survivor.

CBSHere's a bit about him from his bio over at CBS:
A 1st Sergeant and specialist in Nuclear Operations, Sims just recently returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan. No stranger to being in a leadership position, Sims was in charge of 100 men and not only knew how to manage them, but also earned their respect. "With this big smile and this convincing attitude, I get them to do exactly what I want them to do!"

Should be interesting.

"Survivor: Tocantins – The Brazilian Highlands," the 18th season of the show, debuts Thursday, February 12, on CBS.

Thanks to The Charlotte Observer for tipping us off.