December 22nd Roll Out
By Chris Bains
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Bearcats News
Lefeld’s emergence solidified line, title run
Lost in the shuffle this past season was redshirt freshman Eric Lefeld’s play at right tackle. He’s been shaky at times especially early in the season but he stepped in for Sean Hooey and performed admirably for how little experience he had at the position. It’s tough to adjust from playing offensive line in high school to college. It’s even tougher moving from defensive end in high school to offensive tackle in college, as Lefeld did and he’s done well in the transition. His reps this season will only make him better as he prepares to take over the right tackle position permanently in 2012.
The Bearcats Are Cashmere Wrights Team Now. What Does That Mean For Yancy Gates
It’s definitely an intriguing question as Yancy Gates’ suspension nears an end. Cash has exploded in the past few games mainly because he’s emerged as a leader of the team. As a result, the offense has greatly benefited from the new 4-guard sets and I’m curious to see how Gates fits into that scheme as well as taking a back seat to Cashmere Wright.
Other UC Stuff
2011 Football Banquet Highlight Video – “Written in the Stars” makes its second appearance this year. Great video though.
The Morning After: UC 101, UAPB 53
BEast News
2 Big East Members have Discussed Starting Basketball-Only League – Yes, start this as soon as possible.
Pitt Reportedly Gets Their Man With Paul Chryst – The right hire for Pitt.
NBC Sports Chief Aims to Build an Empire – That’s good for the Big East contract.
Around the Nation
10 Worst BCS Bowl Performances – Phew. 2010 Bearcats didn’t make the list.
The 20 Most Important GIFs Of 2011 – Their #1 is my #1. Yay Annie.