Originally Posted by Scout.com
We have Ramirez penciled in as the starter, after talking to some sources close to the program. The coaches were really excited about him last off-season before he was suspended for the season. He’s expected to be the bigger, slasher type. We fully expect Knox to be right there, and even if he isn’t the official starter, get significant playing time next season. He was probably the best tailback on the roster last year, but had to redshirt due to academic and other considerations. It will be interesting to see Coleman after his first off-season; we still believe he’s a fullback, but we’ll see. There were rumors Dean could transfer, but he’s telling everyone he’s definitely staying and putting in the work to get better, and get on the field. Carter is really going to have to show something this spring and fall or get left out of the rotation. Franklin was very impressive on the scout team, and he looks quite a bit bigger physically; he could, though, end up in the defensive backfield. Hilliard, too, could end up a defensive back. Thigpen’s speed will get him on the field, it’s just uncertain whether that will be at tailback or perhaps at defensive back. He’ll definitely get a look at kick-off returner as a true freshman, and on special teams, like on punt block.
