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Jul 30, 2016
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The move was something of a surprise
Since he had a good year at RB. Looked to get even better this year. Apparently the coaches think he can contribute more on D. Under the circumstances, they're probably right. Interesting article:
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865649304/BYUs-Bernard-enjoying-transition-from-running-back-to-linebacker.html?pg=all
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Francis Bernard
Bgash
Starter
7/30/16 5:40pm
I agree. Was said to see him switch.
jonnnylingo
7/30/16 5:43pm
I felt the same way, but maybe he'll be like Mike Alisa
BlueBlitzkrieg
7/30/16 5:45pm
Mike was a solid RB, but didn't have star potential there like Bernard, imo.
mantis mutu
7/30/16 7:55pm
I agree. Just stating that Bernard isn't completely known, but his upside is
BlueBlitzkrieg
7/30/16 9:26pm
He requested the move? Where'd you hear that? Makes me feel better about it.
Bgash
7/30/16 9:53pm
Bernard said so in some interviews shortly after the news broke. Made
mantis mutu
7/31/16 9:46am
He would have been the backup FB. Keep in mind Jamaal, Squally and Burt
monkeycowboy
7/30/16 5:45pm
Don't forget Algie.
Oompabluepaw
7/30/16 5:51pm
Oops. Just read your full post. Sorry about that.
Oompabluepaw
7/30/16 5:52pm
im really looking for Burt to have a solid year
LEHI cougar
7/30/16 6:44pm
He may pressure Squally for carries but Jamaal is the solid first string guy
monkeycowboy
7/30/16 7:12pm
Williams is obviously the workhorse however, I'm looking for Burt to
LEHI cougar
7/30/16 7:17pm
I'm with you. He was going to be very good as a rb and he has
Oompabluepaw
7/30/16 5:50pm
Even though he played RB this last year, he was recruited as a LB. I won't be
Skysthelimit
7/30/16 8:32pm
He was Dustin Johnson all over again
BigYfan
7/30/16 6:04pm
Johnson wasn't as elusive as Bernard, though. Not nearly.
mantis mutu
7/30/16 7:56pm
Dustin didn't need to be or try to be elusive
jomo
7/30/16 8:29pm
I woulda taken it on top of the other stuff he brought. Sure was an animal.
mantis mutu
7/30/16 8:35pm
Was really excited to see FB's development continue.
soupie
7/30/16 6:17pm
He didn't have a nfl future as a rb but has the perfect build and speed for a lb
Cougz19
7/30/16 6:27pm
I have every confidence that he will excel on D. I love the switch.
HarlemCoug
7/30/16 6:31pm
The move was something of a surprise
Cougrrrs Roll
7/30/16 7:32pm
Yeah he had a bright future as a RB... crowded backfield though
jomo
7/30/16 8:30pm
Idk about much since spring ball, but he had a sick INT first day of spring
Jamesiator
7/30/16 8:36pm
Coaches think hes an NFL linebacker.
johnnycarson
7/30/16 9:17pm
Agree
Gerald-DeGroot
7/30/16 9:52pm
He was good on D in high school
cougadunk
7/30/16 11:08pm
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