Matt was probably 205 pounds when we recruited him,

Matt was probably 205 pounds when we recruited him. But we could see what kind of athlete he is. He has a big frame (6-foot-6). He'll get on the field. He's very athletic. He's really going to be something some day.

He's a tough little guy. He's only 175 pounds, but he's a tough guy.

I don't think he's ever satisfied with how he played, and he played very well, ... He's much stronger, probably 20 pounds heavier than he was a year ago, and that's good weight.

We probably had three this year where he sees nothing but goal line in front of him and a lot of yardage, a big hit, and somebody dives and just nips his toe. But he'll get some of those before the year is over.

Matt Painter has done probably the best job of any coach in our league when you look at the players he lost.