LJS Offensive Line Preview

Mavric

Mavric

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Here are five names to keep in mind:

Dylan Utter: The junior from Papillion worked his way into a starting job at center in the bowl game. Coaches liked his toughness. Cotton called him "a junkyard dog." Probably a guard candidate, he's one of those motivated in-state kids you shouldn't overlook.

Dwayne Johnson: In his third year in the program, Johnson has yet to play. But the 6-foot-6, 285-pounder has some college experience now, and a fresh set of eyes evaluating him.

Paul Thurston: He got an education by fire when he came in against Iowa for an injured Reeves and matched up against soon-to-be NFL player Carl Davis. But Thurston survived the day. Nebraska won. That experience can only help the junior. If Reeves is out at the start of spring ball, it could be possible Thurston is first man up at center.

Zach Hannon: With Jake Cotton and Mike Moudy gone, there are two open guard spots. Hannon's a guard, and even dabbled a little at center last year once the injuries mounted. It might take a while to know what to make of that competition on the interior of the O-line. But a third-year guy such as Hannon should be full of motivation.

David Knevel: In the middle of last season, former Husker O-line coach John Garrison said of Knevel: "In two or three years we're going to be talking about him a lot." Bo Pelini's staff loved his potential. The new staff probably will, too. But now is a good time for the sophomore to make a push. Given that four of Nebraska's tackles are seniors, it's a critical development year for the big Canadian.
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"The development of lineman in the program is huge"

I am most worried about the offensive line's success. I feel a bit better after reading this. Still a wait and see with this group.

 
I don't think there is any way in the world to know if we are "thin" on the OL on capable talent. We have a lot of numbers there this year and many of those were pretty highly recruited players out of HS.

Now it's time to see what can happen with what I believe to be a good OL coach. There should be enough players here that develop to take care of us this year.

 
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