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Downward Cyclone Iowa State ('98: 3-8, 1-7 Big 12)
Posted: Wednesday August 11, 1999 05:22 PM
The Plot
A coach is brought in to turn around a program heavier on tradition than on talent. Four years and 35 losses later, his job is in question. Darren Davis returns as one of the best backs in the nation, but three QBs are fighting for the right to be thrown around in the pocket.
The DirectorDan McCarney -- fourth season, 9-35
StarringRB Darren Davis -- Why do bad teams happen to good players?DE Reggie Hayward -- Just about the only block of granite in a defense that was more porous than limestone (No. 103 in run defense last year). Co-starringT James Reed -- Iowa State's pony in the national defensive awards race, but can he live up to the billing?WR Damien Groce -- An all-Big 12 performer last season, Groce should improve on his 47 receptions in '98 regardless of who is feeding him the ball.
Why it will workBecause Davis can explode. Even with a mediocre surrounding cast, a 200-yard game here and a 200-yard game there makes it hard to altogether avoid winning.Why it won'tA very young offensive line more than likely won't give Davis the time he needs to find an upfield seam.Our critics review* |
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