This marks the first spring practice in the "Brian Kelly Era" that the starting quarterback for the fall is already known. Last season Tony Pike was thrust into the starting role when Dustin Grutza went down to injury. Pike was also injured during the season giving opportunity to others, but as spring practice opened up he is the clear cut starter.
With 10 starters from last seasons defense lost to graduation the emphasis will be on offense. Head coach Brian Kelly even joked last week that the team may be winning games this season 52-50. Not that he lacks confidence in his defense as much as he has confidence in his offense.
As the leader of that offense, Tony Pike likes what he hears.
One gap the team is hoping to fill this spring is to find some leaders. Hit the play button again and listen to Tony talk up the defense on the first day of spring practice, that is the sign of leadership.
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