Rebels were back in shells today and a lot of practice was concentrated on special teams drills. Last season the Rebels struggled not only in kick and punt coverage but also in the return game. Part of that can be attributed to the injury situation at wide receiver and later in the year at running back when both Thomas and Williams were limited. I think as fans we sometimes forget that injuries impact not only a particular position groups depth, but also the depth on the special teams units.
Evan Pantels is listed at kicker and punter and has handled both duties thus far. I expect the staff to look at adding another leg for two in the fall.
DE Roger Mann continues to get more looks with the 1st team defense. Another guy who seems to be getting a long look is redshirt freshman Rodney Jones.
Kendall Keys has arguably had the best Spring of any receiver on the roster. If not for Keys, the receiver I think people might be talking about is Brandon Presley. Where Keys creates matchup problems with his size and strength, Presley is more of a smooth athlete that runs solid routes and has enough speed to challenge defensive backs downfield. Presley has the type of skill set where he can play on the outside or in the slot.
Evan Pantels is listed at kicker and punter and has handled both duties thus far. I expect the staff to look at adding another leg for two in the fall.
DE Roger Mann continues to get more looks with the 1st team defense. Another guy who seems to be getting a long look is redshirt freshman Rodney Jones.
Kendall Keys has arguably had the best Spring of any receiver on the roster. If not for Keys, the receiver I think people might be talking about is Brandon Presley. Where Keys creates matchup problems with his size and strength, Presley is more of a smooth athlete that runs solid routes and has enough speed to challenge defensive backs downfield. Presley has the type of skill set where he can play on the outside or in the slot.
