Hello,
Utah's defense traditionally is very aggressive and will run andpass blitz considerably. How good are the running backs at pickingup rushing linebackers, safeties, and corners? Who is the bestrunning back when it comes to blocking? Could this aspect of thegame limit the opportunities for Shaw and McGuffie?
James
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Thanks for the question. Pass protection by Running Backs takes three things, proper technique, will, and toughness.
Proper technique can be difficult for freshmen to pick up. Many have been I formation Tailbacks throughout there high school career and were not asked or required to block.
This spring Minor did a very good job pass blocking and in our opinion was best of the returning Running Backs. We were equally impressed with the improvement Grady showed blocking.
All reports we have seen from practices indicate that McGuffie has the toughness and will to pass protect.
Reports on Shaw have not mentioned his blocking, but he definitely has the size and toughness to block. Question for both will be will to block and technique. Ability to pass protects will and should have big effect on overall playing time.
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