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On the defensive side of the ball the Bearcats have the same issue as the offense. Experience. Coach Walls said he feels that they are strongest at linebacker where they have multiple returners. Braylon Phillips, Amarion Donaldson and Noah Stutler will be the backbone of this young defense. “Those three guys are what we have to build our defense around, but certainly you have to be strong upfront,” said Walls about his three returning linebackers. The rest of the defense has promise, but a lack of experience. The tough non-region schedule will give this green defense a very early test, which could help them when they face their region opponents. Many player who were on the team last year, but lack starting experience, will have a solid foundation. Last season, the Bearcats allowed just 14 points per game and allowed just 27 point in their four region games. “We’ve got ability, we’ve got size, we’ve got strength and we’ve got skill. It’s just that we’re young or just lacking experience, starting experience, on the d-line, in the secondary,” Walls said. “There’s definitely a learning curve for guys who are just gaining that experience and it’s just going to take a little time. We’re certainly going to get an opportunity because our non-region schedule is going to give us a great experience.”

Article Written By William Huff