Word: blockers
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Fanelli, whom many in Ithaca are billing as the next Ed Marinaro, has ground out 299 yards in three games for a 4.4 average. Malone, the Big Red rushing leader a year ago, has become a part-time runner and full-time blocker for sophomore Fanelli this year, but still is capable of running roughshod if given daylight...
Allen has demonstrated that he is a tough, slashing runner and a punishing blocker--when he is healthy. But last year, after working himself into the fullback picture, he got injured in pre-season and saw little action. If he can stay well he can go a long way toward solving Restic's fullback problems...
...those who are being replaced aren't leaving quietly. And some have indicated that behind-the-scenes politicking by Whittier, not the erosion of natural abilities in the line, is the real reason for USU's decline. One blocker who was cut complained that Whittier berated him for his suggestions in the huddle and indicated that the USU quarterback was a totalitarian when it came to calling signals. "He told me 'You're not following the game plan,'" the ex-starter said. "He said 'Everyone's in step but you.' Right after that I was gone...
...Strock, Virginia Tech, 6 ft. 5 in., 205 lbs. this season. He has, says one scout, the "quick eyes to see the field, pick a hole and go like hell." Cunningham is known as "Sam Bam" for his devastating blasts up the middle, and he is also an "exceptional blocker and capable pass catcher." Other running backs whom the scouts like include Chuck Foreman, 6 ft. 3 in., 200 lbs., Miami, and consensus All-America Greg Pruitt, Oklahoma, 5 ft. 9 in., 176 lbs., who will probably be turned into a wide receiver and kick-return specialist...
TIGHT END. Charles Young, Southern Cal, 6 ft. 4 in., 228 lbs. Tabbed as "an aggressive receiver who catches anything near him," Young has the speed to run deep patterns and the size to be a bruising blocker on sweeps. "On a pro club that needs a tight end," says one scout, "Young could start the first game next season." Among other good prospects, the experts are particularly high on Billy Joe DuPree, Michigan State...