UCLA Football: The Secondary Looks To Stay Primary and Other Fall Camp News
Having one of the top secondaries in the Pac-12 last season, the UCLA Football team looks to continue guarding the skies with a deep and talented unit.
Last year, the UCLA Football team defended the sky better than anyone in conference, allowing only 203.2 passing yards per game and 5.8 passing yards per play.
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The reason for this has been solid recruiting of defensive backs and even better development. Because of this, several players will be pushing for the starting spots and as it looks, the Bruins will have a lot to choose from.
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DB Coach Demetrice Martin talked to the media on Saturday and gave his take on his players. He started by discussing the progress of this team and how he likes how the communication is solid and that he has several leaders on the field. For any team, that is essential to the growth and success of a program. To add to that, Martin stated that this is the most experienced secondary he has coached since he got to Westwood.
When talking about his players, Martin said he likes what he sees with Jaleel Wadood and Randall Goforth. A reporter stated that they work well together, so much that they don’t need to talk. Jokingly, Martin commented that they better talk openly as he really emphasizes the “3 Vs”: visual, verbal and volume.
When asked about the return of Fabian Moreau who missed most of last season with an injury, Martin said it was big, mostly because of his leadership abilities. “[Moreau] is going to fight through whatever it is, he’s a warrior”.
Tahaan Goodman came up in the conversation and Martin confirmed that he has not only matured, but he is more confident, “whatever shortcomings he may have, because he knows where he needs to be, those shortcomings don’t stick out as much”.
With Moreau back, Martin was asked who would start at the other corner. Martin made it clear that there is an open competition, but when it comes to game time, who starts doesn’t matter because Martin will use all the talent that is at his disposal.
comes from
Thuc Nhi Nguyen
of the Los Angeles Daily News.
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