herdmember
10-31-2011, 04:11 AM
Lost in all of the talk about the great freshman and sophomores we have and the rediculously talented 2010 recruiting class is just what a great senior class we have. The youngsters will keep us in the argument for at least 2 years if not 3 years to come, but there is no guarantee this won't be our best chance at a title.
Let's break down some of the key seniors:
Offense:
DJ McNorton - I know this is a reload position, but he is a complete back. Devastating blocker in the passing game and great receiving out of the back field.
Warren Holloway - Underrated somehow. Gives us the deep threat while also being willing to work underneath. Him and Jensen know each other better than they know themselves.
Austin Richard - Rock. Nasty. If our tackle spot is struggling, move him over. If the other team has a superstar, move Richards in front of him. My money is on him.
Paul Cornick - 2 time offensive lineman of the week last year. Preseason first team MVFC this year. Also somehow underrated.
Matt Veldman - Saved his best for his senior year. Having a breakout season in his last year by staying healthy.
Defense:
Coulter Boyer - Superstud, too many accolades to mention. Could legitamize a D line by himself.
Daniel Eaves - Consistent. Great leader. Just getting back fully healthy and known for the big hit.
Preston Evans - Tackling machine. Great leader. Seems to be getting better every game this year. There's a reason the coaches don't even think about sitting this guy even though the highly touted Grant Olson is behind him.
John Pike - Definite glue guy. Absolutely fearless and if he gets his hands on the ball it's a pick. Will throw himself in front of anyone or anything for the name on the front of the jersey.
Chad Willson - For years he will be the guy we point at to justify juco signings. Instant impact in his first Bison game vs Kansas. Plays through injuries. Huge in our closest game this year. (Southern Illinois)
Other notables:
Scott Stocynski - Steady player who never seems to screw up. Very little if any dropoff when he is in the game.
Matt Voigtlander - Excellent running back willing to switch to punter for the team and gets better every game. Season stats starting to look fantastic with limited attempts.
Ryan Jastram - Turning into a kicker that we will absolutey miss. Can hit the long one as well as the clutch one. Also showed steadiness with the extra point streak.
This is by no means a slight to the other seniors, they will all get their tribute when the season is over and along the way. Yes, I know we have solid young backups for many of these spots. The point of the post is to remind everyone to enjoy this class. They are solid and played a huge role in bringing the Bison pride back.
Go Bison!!
Let's break down some of the key seniors:
Offense:
DJ McNorton - I know this is a reload position, but he is a complete back. Devastating blocker in the passing game and great receiving out of the back field.
Warren Holloway - Underrated somehow. Gives us the deep threat while also being willing to work underneath. Him and Jensen know each other better than they know themselves.
Austin Richard - Rock. Nasty. If our tackle spot is struggling, move him over. If the other team has a superstar, move Richards in front of him. My money is on him.
Paul Cornick - 2 time offensive lineman of the week last year. Preseason first team MVFC this year. Also somehow underrated.
Matt Veldman - Saved his best for his senior year. Having a breakout season in his last year by staying healthy.
Defense:
Coulter Boyer - Superstud, too many accolades to mention. Could legitamize a D line by himself.
Daniel Eaves - Consistent. Great leader. Just getting back fully healthy and known for the big hit.
Preston Evans - Tackling machine. Great leader. Seems to be getting better every game this year. There's a reason the coaches don't even think about sitting this guy even though the highly touted Grant Olson is behind him.
John Pike - Definite glue guy. Absolutely fearless and if he gets his hands on the ball it's a pick. Will throw himself in front of anyone or anything for the name on the front of the jersey.
Chad Willson - For years he will be the guy we point at to justify juco signings. Instant impact in his first Bison game vs Kansas. Plays through injuries. Huge in our closest game this year. (Southern Illinois)
Other notables:
Scott Stocynski - Steady player who never seems to screw up. Very little if any dropoff when he is in the game.
Matt Voigtlander - Excellent running back willing to switch to punter for the team and gets better every game. Season stats starting to look fantastic with limited attempts.
Ryan Jastram - Turning into a kicker that we will absolutey miss. Can hit the long one as well as the clutch one. Also showed steadiness with the extra point streak.
This is by no means a slight to the other seniors, they will all get their tribute when the season is over and along the way. Yes, I know we have solid young backups for many of these spots. The point of the post is to remind everyone to enjoy this class. They are solid and played a huge role in bringing the Bison pride back.
Go Bison!!