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Ragin' Cajuns: Focus Shifts to Running Back Competition This Spring
With the starting quarterback position settled, focus shifts to the Ragin' Cajuns' running back competition this spring. Bill Davis and Zylan Perry's departures open opportunities for emerging leaders.
The University of Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns are preparing for the spring season with attention on the running back position. The departure of leading rushers Bill Davis and Zylan Perry has created opportunities for new players to step into prominent roles. According to coach Michael Desormeaux, Steven Blanco performed well last year with good carries and production when he was in the game. Desormeaux noted that Darrell Smith did not have many carries, but has shown significant growth throughout the past year. The team will be evaluating several options during the spring practices. The team is looking to determine who will carry the load at running back.
Key Facts
- Bill Davis and Zylan Perry, the team's leading rushers, have departed.
- Redshirt sophomore Steven Blanco is likely to be a leading contender.
- Redshirt freshman Darrell Smith is expected to have a more significant role this season.
- Redshirt freshman JJ Garner (5-10, 210-pound) is also in contention.
- Coach Michael Desormeaux said that Blanco played well last year.
- Desormeaux noted Smith's growth over the past year.
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Research Sources
- The Advocate — Plenty of position battles to watch entering the UL spring football season