Southern swing working out
August 16, 2011 12:16 PM
With UI defensive leader Ian Thomas sitting out the weekend scrimmage (sore shoulder), the 230-pound Cooper stepped in at middle linebacker and quickly demonstrated why he is advanced beyond the three-star prep designations given by Rivals and Scout. Another rookie, Henry Dickinson (6-4, 215 from Memphis), is showing promise at that position.
These are quality recruits, and their emergence is something of a routine occurrence, Zook's picks often turning out better than projected.
Last year it was Jonathan Brown, a zoned-in hitter from Memphis. He garnered 31 tackles as a freshman reserve. Fans will see a lot of his No. 45 this season.
Tate
These are quality recruits, and their emergence is something of a routine occurrence, Zook's picks often turning out better than projected.
Last year it was Jonathan Brown, a zoned-in hitter from Memphis. He garnered 31 tackles as a freshman reserve. Fans will see a lot of his No. 45 this season.
Tate
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