Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Anybody Have a Spare Crystal Ball? (Part II)
Defense and Special Teams


Defense

Like on the offensive side of the ball, Ferrum will have some holes to fill on defense. A total of 7 of the 16 Seniors from last years squad were on defense. Of those seven, five were defensive linemen. This will present some issues for the coaching staff. Notably, All American Montel Lee, and Franklin County native Al Matthews are gone and leave huge shoes to fill. Others lost on defense include KwaJay Witcher, and C.J. Kaashif. The linebacker corps took a hit too as Tyus Brown, and Kevon McNeil are now alumni.
I see a healthy amount of candidates to fill in from last years roster, but I am concerned that the front line will be inexperienced, and somewhat small. Look for the entire defensive unit to gel quickly as they approach the season opener.
In the last two years, Ferrum's success has been made possible in large part to the solidity of the defense. While I am a bit nervous going into the season, I am quite sure the coaching staff will have them ready.

Special Teams

Look for the Kicking duties to again be handled by Chase Deaton. I am expecting overall a good season from the special teams department. Punt protection, and return yardage will need to be an emphasis this year.

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