Bobby Lamb
Bobby Lamb
last looking selective signed taking year
We signed 23 last year, and this year we signed 12. This year we were very selective because we were looking at taking one at every position, basically.
competition defensive good including key offensive several
We should have some good competition in several key areas, including offensive line, defensive tackle, and cornerback.
felt hired stayed sure
That's the thing about Furman. I just felt like, if I stayed at Furman long enough I'd get a shot. I'm not sure what I would have done if I didn't get it, but we've always hired from within.
coach complete current defensive ends julius line practice setup spring transition
Julius Dixon (Furman's current defensive ends coach) will coach our defensive line during spring practice, and we'll complete the transition to our new defensive setup thereafter.
beat champion deserved good hand james last national
We were good enough to win, to beat the national champion last year. You just got to hand it to James Madison. They deserved it that day.
anxious chance field football forward group improving looking next number players returning solid three veterans
We've been looking forward to getting back out on the field and improving as a football team. We have a solid group of returning veterans and a number of young players who are anxious to show what they can do. They'll get that chance over the next three weeks.
capable complete confidence leading shown team
It's Renaldo's turn. He's shown he's capable of leading our offense, and our team has complete confidence in him and in his abilities.
led
We've all been at Furman for so long. Being at Furman so long has led to loyalty. The transitions are so smooth.
heart hip shooting talk
We're not shooting from the hip when we talk to recruits about Furman. We're shooting from the heart.
forward halfway hours plan pleased progress seen several spring
We plan to go for about two hours and look forward to getting a lot accomplished. We're already about halfway through spring practice, and we're pleased with the progress we've seen in several players.
chance establish field football game passing potent stretch strong win
They're very potent on offense. Defensively, they're a big strong team. We'll have to establish the run, but we've got to get our passing game going, stretch the field out vertically and horizontally to have a chance to win this football game.
appreciate best careful certainly coach decided dedication defense direction football loyalty move standpoint wish
After careful consideration I've decided we need to move in a different direction from a staffing standpoint on defense. We certainly wish coach Edwards the best and appreciate his loyalty and dedication to Furman football over the years.
season
It had nothing to do with our season because we had an outstanding year.
best days five improvement practice seen spring year
His first five days at spring practice were probably the best I've ever seen from anyone. The improvement he's made from his first practice a year ago is remarkable. I think he could be even better this season.