I know that I promised a report from spring practice...unfortunately, it has to be an abbreviated version (I'm getting ready to leave on weekend trip), but I promise to talk Cougar football when I get back.

The first thing I noticed at Cougar practice was the energy level (I was literally pumped up myself just being there). Andy Mattingly told me it's a completely different atmosphere: "The coaches are younger and they're flying around just like we are."

The other thing I noticed was how awesome the no-huddle offense is. I saw Brandon Gibson running drills with the quarterbacks, so much motion before the play I can hardly tell what's going on, and the option (yup...the option). I'm excited to see what this offense is capable of (Gary Rogers looks huge...bigger than I ever remember him being).

That's all I have for now, but hopefully it wets your appetite for more football conversation soon.

Talk to you soon...

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