he might certainly make his case. Is he athletic enough to play alongside Te'Jon & AB, though — w Knight & George on the bench? Johnson would of course make his case as well — but would be be a strong enough guy to have at 3 — given what's on the bench?

That said, I really like what Knell, Johnson & Erickson bring to the table. I think at least two of them will earn their way into the rotation — but they'll have to work their butts off --& play the right way-- to make it happen.

Pope obviously eschews the entitlement ball that's been a fixture for a LONG time at BYU. Such teams --even when talented-- are almost sure to end the season on a soft note.