Allen Edwards
A transfer from Dean (Mass.) Community College, Edwards probably will be redshirted this season and have two years of eligibility at defensive end, starting in 2016. But Narduzzi said he has been tempted to activate Edwards because of his special athleticism at 6-foot-4, 235 pounds.
“It’s just a mental thing,” the coach said. “Athletically, he’s a freak. He’s going to be a really good player for us the next two years. So is (defensive end and Tennessee transfer) Dewayne Hendrix.”
Narduzzi said Edwards displayed his rare physical gifts at practice this week.
“Bis (6-6, 300-pound offensive tackle Adam Bisnowaty) went to chop him on a pass set and he just jumped right over top of him. I said, `Whoa. You don’t see many guys do that.’
“Another year and he’s going to be so much better. You’re better off playing with a lesser athlete that knows what he’s doing than a great athlete who might stick it to you.”
