Hilliard Darby did most of its damage through the air in a 21-13 win over cross-town rival Bradley, which benefitted from a sure tackle by linebacker Peyton Murphy (15) on Darby's Nathan Burdick (12) on this play. (Press Pros feature photo by John Hulkenberg)
The sophomore from Rockwall, Texas, has had a host of competitors during spring and pre-season practices, but it appears that he has won the position going into the opener against Minnesota.
Defensive coordinator Kerry Coombs and secondary coach Matt Barnes say that they expect to play more than six players back there in various capacities, but senior Josh Proctor could be one player with a defined position at deep safety.
Good to have a Freund (friend)....New Bremen's Kaylee Freund was her usual force Tuesday during the Cardinals' season-opening 3-1 win over host Russia. Read more about the match in Wednesday's Press Pros.
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