Friday's Camp Rantoul report

First, he is healthy. That hasn't always been the case for defensive back PATRICK NIXON-YOUMAN, who battled injuries early in his career.

"I'm feeling good," Nixon-Youman said.

Originally a cornerback, Nixon-Youman is now among the contenders for a starting safety spot.

"I'm just trying to learn it," Nixon-Youman said. "Taking it day by day, listening to the coaches."

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